The Foundation of Traditional Chinese Medicine ()
Abstract
In this paper, the authors examine and interpret the concept of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) whom the Chinese believes and practices for so many centuries. The authors also explain the ancient Chinese con-cepts of Chi and Tao (Yin and Yang) which are the foundation of the TCM. This paper also seeks to discuss the ways of attaining a healthy body with the clarity of mind as well as to demonstrate the benefits of such healthy lifestyle.
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Low, P. and Ang, S. (2010) The Foundation of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Chinese Medicine,
1, 84-90. doi:
10.4236/cm.2010.13016.
Conflicts of Interest
The authors declare no conflicts of interest.
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