14/08/2024
The curriculum of this ebook is becoming clearer.
Daily Cycles: TCM believes that the body’s energy (Qi) and organ systems follow a daily rhythm, often referred to as the “organ clock.” Each organ system is most active at specific times of the day. For example:
• Lung: 3-5 AM
• Large Intestine: 5-7 AM
• Stomach: 7-9 AM
• Spleen: 9-11 AM
• Heart: 11 AM-1 PM
• Small Intestine: 1-3 PM
• Bladder: 3-5 PM
• Kidney: 5-7 PM
• Pericardium: 7-9 PM
• Triple Burner: 9-11 PM
• Gallbladder: 11 PM-1 AM
• Liver: 1-3 AM
2. Seasonal Cycles: TCM also emphasizes the impact of seasons on health, with each season associated with specific elements and organs. For instance:
• Spring: Wood element, Liver, and Gallbladder
• Summer: Fire element, Heart, and Small Intestine
• Late Summer: Earth element, Spleen, and Stomach
• Autumn: Metal element, Lung, and Large Intestine
• Winter: Water element, Kidney, and Bladder
3. Menstrual Cycles: In TCM, the menstrual cycle is seen as a reflection of a woman’s overall health and balance of Qi and blood. It is important for diagnosing and treating various gynecological issues.
4. Life Stages: TCM views the human life cycle as stages marked by different energetic characteristics:
• Childhood: Growth and development
• Adulthood: Peak vitality and reproductive health
• Elderly Age: Decline in energy, with a focus on maintaining health and managing chronic conditions