A group devoted to obtaining a deeper and better understanding of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) by learning to read medical Chinese.

- How do we know TCM works?

Sorry, I have been away from Chinesepod for quite some time now. Coming back, I see left out a few unanswered questions. The reason I don't use the word TCM is because TCM refers to Traditional Chinese Medicine that is taught and practiced by the majority in...

(49)   new comment by posted July 27, 2011

- Any good medical Chinese to English dictionaries online?

Hi Kelinsheng, Not sure if you've found it yet, but there is an online (pdf) version of Wiseman's terminology. It is available for free and is pretty incredible. It's just over 900 pages and an incredible resource. If you can't find it, just send me your ...

(10)   new comment by posted December 15, 2010

- Yin and Yang (阴阳)

Yin and Yang is a concept originating in Daoism, and Daoism is the root of Chinese medicine. This site uses mathmatics to explain the development of yin yang theory: http://www.chinesefortunecalendar.com/yinyang.htm Anyway, Yin implies night, shade, and cold; ...

(0)   posted November 23, 2010

- External Pathogenic Influences, EPI

Ah yes, actually I think we have a 枇杷树 in our yard and we also have the 枇杷膏 on hand for coughs. Though I like the flavor of the 罗汉果 when made into a soup/tea. Thanks for the info above. My knowledge comes only from what my in-laws tell me and what I put toge...

(8)   new comment by posted May 5, 2010

- Can other people post to this group?

Hey, sorry I haven't been on here in a while.  I'm still busy focusing on my practice.  I'll post some possible explainations to your questions.

(14)   new comment by posted March 4, 2010