Yang deficiency constitution refers to a condition where the body’s organs and systems experience dysfunction, leading to insufficient yang energy, which in turn results in internal cold. This is often caused by congenital weakness, external cold invasion, excessive consumption of cold foods, or emotional stress. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) tongue diagnosis can accurately identify the characteristics of a yang deficiency constitution, providing a foundation for subsequent treatment and care. 1. Symptoms of Yang Deficiency Constitution Yang deficiency constitution is most commonly caused by kidney yang insufficiency. The main symptoms include cold hands and feet year-round, a sensitivity to wind and cold (even avoiding fans or air conditioners in the summer), and frequent soreness in the waist and knees. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) tongue diagnosis can be used to observe the tongue’s shape, color, and coating to further confirm the presence of yang deficiency and assess the level of insufficient yang…
Tongue diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is an ancient health assessment method that helps identify imbalances in the body, such as heat, cold, deficiency, excess, and other physical characteristics, by observing the tongue. In everyday life, each person’s body constitution differs due to factors like genetics, environment, diet, and lifestyle. As a result, tongue appearances also vary significantly from person to person. In this article, we will introduce the tongue characteristics of seven common body types and provide targeted health tips to help readers use TCM tongue diagnosis to identify their unique constitution. This will enable them to adopt personalized health practices for better well-being. Table of Contents 一. Self-Assessment of Body Type through Traditional Chinese Medicine Tongue Diagnosis: Stick Out Your Tongue for a Quick Test In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), tongue diagnosis allows us to accurately determine our body constitution by observing the tongue’s appearance. People with…
TCM Tongue Diagnosis is a vital diagnostic tool in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). By examining the tongue coating, TCM practitioners can gain valuable insights into a person’s overall health. The tongue coating refers to the layer of substance that forms on the surface of the tongue. A healthy tongue coating is typically white, evenly distributed, and of moderate thickness and moisture, with the middle and root of the tongue being slightly thicker and the rest thinner. The changes in the tongue coating are closely linked to the state of the digestive system and the energy flow in the body, making it an important indicator of the condition of the stomach and spleen. Examining the Tongue Coating In TCM Tongue Diagnosis, observing the tongue coating is a crucial step in the diagnostic process. The texture and appearance of the coating, known as the “tongue coating quality,” provides critical information. Key characteristics…
TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) tongue diagnosis is a crucial component of the TCM inspection method. It holds that the tongue is not only a part of the digestive system but also a direct reflection of the functional status of internal organs, qi, blood, and body fluids. Since the tongue’s shape is determined by muscle—an aspect governed by the spleen—observing its form can offer insights into the health of the spleen and, by extension, the entire body. This article, from the perspective of TCM tongue diagnosis, provides a detailed explanation of the various tongue shapes and the corresponding internal pathological changes, serving as a valuable reference for clinical diagnosis and syndrome differentiation. 一. Enlarged Tongue (TCM Tongue Diagnosis Observation) An enlarged tongue is one that appears noticeably wider than normal; when extended, it fills the oral cavity. TCM tongue diagnosis considers this phenomenon primarily as a result of the accumulation of…