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The Bladder in Chinese Medicine

By admin | Published December 18, 2017

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the Bladder is one of the six Yang organs, paired with one of the six Yin organs. The Yin organs store vital substances (such as Qi, Blood, Yin, and Yang), whereas the yang organs are more active and have a function of constantly filling and emptying. The Bladder is a perfect example of a yang organ. Continue reading

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Kidney & Bladder Health in Chinese Medicine

By admin | Published January 4, 2016

The Kidney is an especially important organ in Traditional Chinese Medicine. The KIDNEY & BLADDER compose the WATER ELEMENT in Chinese Medicine. Not only does it flush out the unwanted toxins from our body, but is believed to support the body’s Reproductive system as well as regulate the circulation of Fluids in the body.

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