How do you expel wind in TCM?
Cupping therapy is an invaluable tool in treating pathogenic Wind. The suction of the cups draws the Wind to the surface where it is expelled through the pores. Cupping is most often used for muscle aches in the upper body and Wind-related respiratory problems.
What does Tonify yin mean?
In traditional Chinese medicine, tonification is a form of therapy that aims to balance qi. It can be done in many ways, including massage, acupuncture, herbal medicine, and dietary changes. Other methods include leading a healthy sexual life and practicing breathing exercises.
Is Zang a yin or Yang?
Zang organs: Zang (脏) refers to the five organs that are yin . Collectively, their primary purpose is to produce and store qi, xue (blood), Jinye (body fluids), Jing (essence), and shen (Spirit).
How do you treat wind cold TCM?
Drink warm liquids. If your symptoms are more “wind-cold,” add ginger, cinnamon, green onion and garlic to your foods. If your symptoms are more “wind-heat,” drink lots of peppermint tea and eat cooling fruits, like oranges and other citrus fruits. In both cases, avoid dairy, sugars/sweets and rich or fried foods.
What is yin Qiao San?
Based on the theory of TCM, Yin-Qiao-San can be used to treat a cough or sore throat resulting from warm-heat diseases (febrile disease).
What is Heart yin?
The yin of the body helps to nourish the heart and regulate its functions. A diagnosis of heart yin deficiency means that the reserves that nourish and support the heart and the mind are weakened and unable to perform their functions properly. Eating enriching foods is recommended to preserve and restore heart yin.
What causes yin deficiency?
Kidney Yin deficiency may be caused by a constitutional tendency or the Yin may have been damaged by overwork. This is not at all an unusual scenario for women today, particularly those working long hours in stressful conditions.
What are the 5 yin organs?
In Traditional Chinese Medicine the five primary yin organs are the Heart, Kidneys, Liver, Lungs & Spleen.
Is a wind cold contagious?
While the weather is not directly responsible for making people sick, the viruses that cause colds may spread more easily in lower temperatures, and exposure to cold and dry air may adversely impact the body’s immune system.
How do I restore my yin?
Here are a few tips to help you nourish your yin energy:
- Work hard, rest hard. It is important that you give your body and mind enough rest and downtime for the amount of activity you do.
- Nourish yourself with clean, whole foods on a daily basis.
- Spend time in nature without technology.
- Give your mind a break.