Medicine & Health
108 articlesTaoism
Taoism is an indigenous Chinese philosophical and religious tradition centered on the concept of 'Dao' (the Way) and the pursuit of immortality.
The Nong Jia (Farmers' School)
The Nong Jia is one of the philosophical schools of ancient China, founded by Shennong, emphasizing agricultural wisdom and martial arts.
Moxibustion
Moxibustion is a traditional Chinese medicine therapy that involves burning dried mugwort (Artemisia argyi) on particular points of the body.
Dudou (Chinese Belly Wrap)
Traditional Chinese undergarment worn as an underbodice or belly wrap with cultural significance dating back centuries.
Huohua (Fire Painting)
An ancient Chinese art form using heated tools to create designs on various surfaces.
Tang Dynasty
The Tang Dynasty (618-907 CE) was a golden age in Chinese history marked by political stability, economic prosperity, and cultural flourishing.
Discrimination and Differentiation of Warm Diseases
A seminal Qing dynasty medical text that established a comprehensive theoretical framework for warm disease diagnosis and treatment.
The Art of War
Ancient Chinese military treatise by Sun Tzu, one of the most influential strategy texts in world history.
Tangyuan (Rice Dumplings)
Tangyuan are traditional Chinese rice dumplings served in sweet broth, symbolizing family reunion and consumed during festivals.
Mount Longhu
A renowned mountain in Jiangxi Province, China, famous for its stunning Danxia landforms and as the birthplace of Zhengyi Daoism.
Medicinal Cuisine
Medicinal cuisine is a traditional Chinese practice combining food and medicine for therapeutic and health benefits.
Kung Fu
Kung Fu, also known as Chinese martial arts, encompasses a diverse range of combat practices and philosophical traditions with a history spanning thousands of years.
Sui Dynasty
The Sui Dynasty was a short-lived imperial dynasty in China that unified the country after nearly three centuries of division.
Prescriptions in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Prescriptions are fundamental therapeutic formulations in Traditional Chinese Medicine, combining herbs according to specific principles.
Pu'er Tea
Pu'er tea is a traditional Chinese tea variety from Yunnan province, known for its unique fermentation process and aging potential.
Emperor Wu of Han
Emperor Wu of Han, personal name Liu Che, was the seventh emperor of the Han dynasty, ruling from 141 to 87 BCE and known for expanding China's territory and establishing Confucianism as state ideolog
Traditional Chinese Medicine Processing
Traditional Chinese Medicine processing is a specialized technique that modifies medicinal properties through various preparation methods.
Acupuncture Points
Acupuncture points are specific locations on the body used in traditional Chinese medicine for diagnosis and treatment.
Jianzi
A traditional Chinese kicking game with a shuttlecock-like object, dating back over 2,000 years.
Noodles
Noodles are a staple food made from unleavened dough stretched, extruded, or rolled into various shapes and cooked in boiling water.