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Vital substances

Subcategories

6 subcategories
Driving force
Types of Qi

Driving force

Yuan Qi is the dynamic driving force behind organ functions in TCM and forms a bridge between deep Jing and everyday Qi.

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Yuan Qi (Original Qi)
Types of Qi

Yuan Qi (Original Qi)

Yuan Qi is the Original Qi derived from Kidney Jing that activates the organs and spreads through the Triple Burner and Yuan-Source points.

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Different forms of Qi
Types of Qi

Different forms of Qi

An overview of the different forms of Qi in TCM: Jing, Yuan Qi, Gu Qi, Zong Qi, Zhen Qi, Ying Qi, Wei Qi, Zhong Qi and Blood.

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The Source
Body fluids

The Source

Jin Ye originate from food and drink and are transformed, distributed and excreted through the Spleen, Lung, Kidneys, Small Intestine, Bladder and Large Intestine.

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The organic body fluids
Body fluids

The organic body fluids

Jin Ye are all body fluids other than Blood in TCM. They moisten, lubricate, nourish and protect the tissues and organs.

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Introduction
Shen

Introduction

An in-depth exploration of Shen and its relationship with Jing, Qi, cognition, sleep, intelligence, memory, wisdom, insight, emotions and the Heart.

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The Spirit (Shen)
Shen

The Spirit (Shen)

Shen is the most subtle vital substance in TCM and encompasses consciousness, thinking, memory, sleep, emotions and sensory awareness.

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Kidney Jing
Jing

Kidney Jing

Kidney Jing is the Essence stored in the Kidneys that governs growth, development, reproduction, sexual maturation and ageing in TCM.

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Prenatal Jing
Jing

Prenatal Jing

Prenatal Jing is the Essence formed at conception and inherited from the parents, providing the constitutional foundation for vitality and development in TCM.

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Jing
Jing

Jing

Jing is the deep Essence of life in TCM, supporting constitution, vitality, growth, reproduction and the ageing process.

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Pathology and disharmonies of Blood
Blood

Pathology and disharmonies of Blood

The principal pathological Blood patterns in TCM are Blood deficiency, Blood Heat and Blood Stasis, each with distinct causes and manifestations.

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