The philosophical strands that gave the greatest impetus to the development of traditional Chinese medicine are the theories of Essential Qi, Yin-Yang and the Five Elements. Originally ...

The Five Elements, also known as Wuxing in ... action to generate momentum in many spheres of life. In traditional Chinese medicine, Wood also corresponds to the energetic and physical liver.

Chinese medicinal wines made with herbs or animal parts have long been the go-to remedy for all sorts of maladies, from bad breath to marital inharmony.

In her book published last September, “Know Your Dog’s True Nature: Understanding Canine Personality through the Five Elements,” Johnson distills what she has learned through her years of experience ...