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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Explore the world of Traditional Chinese Medicine through articles on theory, diagnosis, herbal medicine, acupuncture and classical treatment principles.
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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
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
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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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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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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