Each of the vital substances have their own roles fundamental to the energetic and physiological functions of the body. They are influenced by our environment, lifstyle, intake, and output. When these substances get disrupted or imbalanced in our bodies, illness can arise.
Qi:
- The vital energy that sustains life and facilitates all bodily functions
- Acupuncture fine-tunes the body’s qi flow to heal itself, nourish & regulate.
Blood (Xue):
- Nourishes organs & tissues, propelled by and transports qi
- Anchors the spirit (mental health connection)
Body Fluids (Jin Ye):
- Moistening and nourishing properties
- Includes sweat, saliva, tears, and other fluids (cerebrospinal, synovial, interstitial, etc).
Essence (Jing):
- The basis for your constitutional strength that is inherited from your parents
- Produces marrow and fuels growth, development & reproduction
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