Uncovering China's Acknowledged Medicines: Qi and Acupuncture

The vital feature of the medical doctrine of China is qi (or chi), which is believed to be life's energy. Qi flows along the human body's energy pathways that channel definite tissues to particular internal organs. The many pathways or meridians are identified as yang or yin depending on their position in the body. To illustrate, the outer or exposed channels are called yang, while the protected or inside channels are known as yin. Yang is involved in disputing some diseases, and yin is concerned in body nourishing.

When the factors in a person's life is evened, Chinese conclude that the qi flows smoothly, and the individual remains healthy. However, if a man suffers from physical and mental tensions, or poor diet, the flow of his qi is curbed, which leads to some illnesses. If this happens, acupuncture is needed to reinforce the conditions of the organs and to regenerate the broken tissues. Needles are inserted in the acupuncture points in the body's surface to slow down or support the qi flow. Acupuncture can alter the performances of the organs to balance the qi and to regain the person's health. Apart from qi and acupuncture, Chinese also believes that spiritual balance is significant] in having a vital wellness.