bathing, dampness, improper bathing times, traditional chinese medicine, yang qi

Improper Bathing Times May Make You Sick

Improper bathing times can have unforeseen consequences. I have a female student who is a piano teacher. The melodies she plays are exquisite and pleasant to listen to, but she often lowers her head for fear that people might see her face. Her face is filled with acne, making her feel upset and lacking in ...

Helen London

Open air bathroom with luxury bathtub and a forest view.

What Is ‘Dampness’ and How to Treat This Debilitating Condition

Health in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) hinges on striking a balance between all the elements in our bodies. A person will feel bulky and sleepy all the time when they are damp. The body feels sticky like glue and the person feels sluggish. In TCM, dampness is described as being like cotton that has been soaked in oil. ...

Hermann Rohr

A sick woman lying in bed covered with a blanket.

How Porridge Can Help You Strengthen Your Immunity During the Spring Season

Porridge is renowned in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for its nourishing properties. The famous Chinese physician Sun Simiao said: “The superior doctor should first adjust the patient’s diet and lifestyle.” In TCM, pathogen properties like wind, heat, and dampness are considered to be physical influencing factors, which if allowed to accumulate too much, can affect ...

Hermann Rohr

Oatmeal porridge.