In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the body’s health is influenced by the balance of five elements: Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water. The Metal element, associated with the Lungs and Large Intestine, plays a vital role in respiration, immunity, and elimination processes. A harmonious Metal element contributes to robust lung and large intestine health, while […]
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Understanding the Earth Element and Digestion in Chinese Medicine
In Chinese medicine, it is believed that the entire universe is made up of five elements. Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water — the five elements in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) each correspond to different organs, emotions, and health functions. Today, we’ll focus on the Earth element, which plays a vital role in digestion, energy, […]