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Huang Qi (Astragalus): Tonifying Qi and Securing the Exterior
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Huang Qi (黄芪) — known in the West as Astragalus root — is one of the most important Qi-tonifying herbs. Sweet, slightly warm, and deeply nourishing, Huang Qi is
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TCM Approach to Eye Health: Resting the Liver and Nourishing Blood
In our modern world of constant screen time and visual stimulation, many people experience eye fatigue, dryness, blurry vision, or pressure behind the eyes. While these issues are often attributed to
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Moxibustion in Modern Medicine: Evidence and Applications
Moxibustion (艾灸) is a traditional Chinese therapy that involves burning mugwort (Artemisia argyi) over specific acupuncture points to warm the meridians, promote circulation, and dispel Cold and Damp
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Bian Que: The First Legendary Physician in Chinese Medical History
When speaking of the origins of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Bian Que (扁鹊) is a name that resonates with legend, wisdom, and clinical brilliance. Often regarded as the first historical physici
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《Essence (Jing): The Root of Life in Traditional Chinese Medicine》
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Essence (Jing, 精) is considered the most fundamental and precious substance of the human body. It is the root of life, the source of growth and development, and
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TCM in Cancer Care: Evidence for Integrative Approaches
Cancer treatment in the modern world has become increasingly multidisciplinary, combining surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, and targeted therapies. Alongside these mainstream interventions, Tradition
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The Triple Burner (San Jiao): The Mysterious Organ of TCM
Among the internal organs of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), none is as enigmatic as the Triple Burner (San Jiao, 三焦). Described in the Huangdi Neijing as an “organ without form”, San Jiao has no
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How TCM Approaches Insomnia: Patterns and Therapies
Insomnia (失眠) is one of the most common complaints in modern clinical practice. It may present as difficulty falling asleep, frequent waking, light sleep, or early awakening. From the perspective of
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Dang Gui (Angelica Sinensis): Nourishing Blood and Regulating Menses
Introduction
Dang Gui (当归), often called “female ginseng,” is one of the most revered herbs in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) — particularly known for its powerful effects on blood nourishment
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Morning Rituals in TCM: Starting the Day with Harmony
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), morning is the time when Yang Qi begins to rise, signaling activity, growth, and outward movement. Just as the sun climbs in the sky, so should our Qi ascend, s
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