Functions of Blood
Blood, Xue, has three essential functions in TCM: nourishing the body, moistening the tissues and housing Shen.
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The origin of Blood
In TCM, Blood is formed through the cooperation of the Spleen, Stomach, Lung, Heart and Kidneys, involving Gu Qi, Yuan Qi, Jing and Marrow.
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Blood
Blood, Xue, is a vital substance in TCM that nourishes and moistens the body and provides an important material basis for Shen.
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The concept of Qi
Qi has five fundamental functions in Chinese medicine: transformation, transportation, holding, protection and warming.
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Qi
Qi is a fundamental concept in Chinese medicine describing the vital substance that manifests in different material and immaterial forms.
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