In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), diseases are believed to arise from various imbalances and disruptions in the body’s harmony. Here are the nine primary causes of diseases according to TCM:
- External Pathogens: These include climatic factors such as Wind, Fire, Cold, Damp, Dryness, and Summer-Heat.
- Emotional Factors: The seven emotions—Anger, Joy, Worry, Overthinking, Sadness, Fear, and Shock—can disrupt the body’s internal balance.
- Improper Diet: Poor eating habits, such as overeating, undereating, or consuming unhealthy foods, can lead to imbalances.
- Overwork: Excessive physical or mental exertion can weaken the body’s Qi (vital energy) and lead to disease.
- Lack of Physical Activity: Insufficient exercise can cause stagnation of Qi and blood.
- Trauma: Physical injuries can disrupt the flow of Qi and blood, leading to disease.
- Constitutional Factors: Genetic predispositions and inherent weaknesses can make individuals more susceptible to certain diseases. Your Body Constitution Matters
- Wrong Treatment: Inappropriate medical treatments or medications can cause further imbalances.
- Environmental Factors: Exposure to harmful substances, radiation, or extreme weather conditions can also lead to disease.
These factors can interact and compound each other, leading to complex patterns of disharmony in the body. TCM practitioners use various diagnostic methods to identify these imbalances and tailor treatments accordingly.
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