Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is built on a foundation of more than 2,500 years of Chinese medical practice. TCM is a holistic practice that aims to treat the body as a whole, rather than alleviate specific symptoms of illness.
Within TCM, there is frequent discussion of substances called Essence, Qi, Blood, and Body Fluid.  What’s the relationship Between Essence, Qi, Blood, and Body Fluid?
Qi is active by its very nature. It is categorized as yang (bright) and is responsible for warming the body. Blood is also active in nature, but is categorized as yin (dark), and is responsible for nurturing the body….