Discussing Health Preservation from Constipation

Name: Discussing Health Preservation from Constipation
ISBN: 9787117247535

邓沂People's Medical Publishing House · ChinaJan 2025

Rating 3.8

Word count: 648K words
Chapters: 58
ISBN: 9787117247535

Summary

This book is an essential health-preservation guide for both those who already have constipation and those who do not—'constipation friends' and 'soon-to-be constipation friends'—to 'seek the secret,' 'explore the secret,' 'reveal the secret,' and 'solve the secret.' Contents include: Introduction—discussing health preservation through constipation; Seeking the Secret—scientifically understanding constipation (1. Constipation is all around me; 2. Constipation must be treated and, more importantly, prevented); Exploring the Secret—analysis of causes of constipation (1. The main and supporting players in stool formation; 2. The N factors that cause constipation); Revealing the Secret—self-diagnosis of constipation in one, two, three steps (1. Look at manifestations; 2. Look at examinations; 3. Look at syndrome types); Solving the Secret—health preservation and care for constipation in four, five, six (the 'four principles' of health preservation and care for constipation; the 'five major methods'; the 'six points of attention'). Main features: rich, authoritative, and persuasive data and materials; detailed, easy-to-follow, and practical diagnosis, treatment, and care methods; plain language and appropriately selected images for readability; appropriately included and concisely presented knowledge of both Chinese and Western medicine with value for popularizing medical knowledge. In addition, the book is systematic while its chapters and sections are relatively independent, functioning as a pocket book for readers to read and use at any time.

Editor's review

From Constipation to Health Preservation is a practical guide that elevates a common health complaint to the level of health-preservation philosophy. Drawing on internal medicine of traditional Chinese medicine, Professor Deng Yi uses constipation, a specific symptom, as an entry point to systematically explain the holistic view and the principles of treatment based on syndrome differentiation in TCM health preservation. The book's greatest value lies in its 'from one point to the whole' logic—it not only analyzes in detail the causes and mechanisms, syndrome types, and treatments of constipation but also extends from it to comprehensive health-preservation concepts such as dietary regulation, exercise and daoyin, and emotional adjustment. Professor Deng repeatedly emphasizes the philosophy of 'free flow,' referring both to unobstructed bowels and to unobstructed qi and blood and smooth emotions; this perspective linking physiological symptoms with the state of life is highly illuminating. The dietary recipes, massage techniques, and exercise suggestions in the book all derive from classical TCM texts and have been verified in modern clinical practice, combining theoretical depth with practical safety. For readers who want to understand the logic of TCM health preservation rather than merely seek 'folk remedies,' this book provides a solid theoretical framework and practical path.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Subhealthy people with long-term mild constipation who hope to make fundamental lifestyle adjustments
Beginners interested in TCM health-preservation concepts who wish to understand its logic systematically rather than through fragmented knowledge
Middle-aged and older adults focused on daily preventive care who seek safe and sustainable self-regulation methods
Health industry practitioners seeking reliable TCM health-preservation knowledge for public education or guidance

Not a good fit for

Acute constipation patients seeking immediate, specific medications or quick solutions
Readers completely skeptical of TCM theory who recognize only modern medical diagnostic standards

Reading tips

Read the first two chapters first to establish a basic framework of TCM understanding of constipation, then select later chapters for close reading according to one's own situation
Dietary recipes and massage techniques should be chosen based on syndrome differentiation of one's own constitution; start with small doses and short durations when trying them for the first time
Combine the book with records of regular daily routines to observe the effects of health-preservation measures on one's bowel habits and overall condition

About the publisher

People's Medical Publishing House China · Founded in 1953

Founded in 1953, the People's Medical Publishing House is an important institution in China's medical publishing field, with publishing directions covering medical textbooks, academic monographs, medical journals, and popular science books. Its collection contains 2,503 titles, mainly classified under medicine. Representative works include the Complete Book of Chinese Nutrition Science (2nd Edition, 2 volumes), Guide to Clinical Practice with Medical Records, the Golden Mirror of Medicine (Volume 1), Chinese Medical Imaging: Head and Neck Volume (3rd Edition), and the Essentials of the Golden Cabinet from the Collected Clinical Chinese Medicine Must-Read Series (Collector's Edition), spanning both modern medicine and classical Chinese medical texts. Representative authors include Yang Yuexin, Ge Keyou, Ye Tianshi, Su Li, Wu Qian, Zheng Jinsheng, Wang Zhenchang, and Xian Junfang, covering fields such as nutrition, Chinese medicine, and medical imaging. With a publishing approach that balances textbooks and academic monographs, the press has established the "Renwei" brand.

版权信息
从便秘谈养生
前言
开篇从便秘谈养生
1.便秘其实离我们很近
2.便秘对健康影响很大
3.便秘养生保健很重要
寻『秘』篇科学认识便秘
一、便秘就在我身边
（一）便秘的正确读音与含义
（二）便秘的临床表现与分类
（三）便秘究竟是病还是症状
（四）便秘成为当前世界难题
（五）人人都可能成为便秘之友
二、便秘要治更要防
（一）西医治秘重在消除症状
（二）中医治秘重在恢复功能
（三）治秘传言误区及其正误
（四）便秘养生保健意义重大
探『秘』篇便秘原因探析
一、大便形成的脏腑
（一）西医学中的胃肠及大便
（二）中医学中的脏腑及大便
二、引起便秘的因素
（一）西医便秘病因分类
（二）中医便秘病因病机
（三）便秘相关因素探析
揭『秘』篇便秘自我诊断
一、看表现
（一）便秘自我判断
（二）便秘继发症状
二、看检查
（一）便秘专科检查
（二）便秘相关疾病
三、看分型
（一）实秘型便秘
（二）虚秘型便秘
（三）辨证的要点
解『秘』篇便秘养生保健
一、便秘养生保健的四个原则
（一）未病先防
（二）病中调养
（三）既病防变
（四）病愈防复
二、便秘养生保健的五个大法
（一）慎起居
（二）重食养
（三）多提肛
（四）勤按摩
（五）适方法
三、便秘养生保健的六项注意
（一）查原因
（二）养习惯
（三）勿常泻
（四）重禁忌
（五）缓压力
（六）防他病
参考文献

FAQ

How long do the methods in this book take to show results?

TCM health preservation emphasizes 'individual differences' and 'gradual progress.' The methods in the book are based on constitutional adjustment and usually require weeks to months to produce stable effects; the focus is on building sustainable health habits rather than immediate bowel relief.

Do the views in this book conflict with modern medicine?

The book centers on the theoretical system of TCM, while in relevant chapters the author also notes warning signs of organic disease and advises those with severe or long-term constipation to first undergo modern medical examinations, reflecting a complementary approach between Chinese and Western medicine.

Are the methods in this book suitable for all types of constipation?

The book distinguishes in detail among different syndrome types such as heat constipation, qi constipation, and deficiency constipation, and provides corresponding regulating plans. Readers should make a preliminary judgment of their constitution based on accompanying symptoms (such as dry mouth, abdominal bloating, and fatigue) or consult a TCM physician for syndrome differentiation to improve targeting.

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About the author

邓沂 Author

Deng Yi is a Chinese author active in the field of health and medical writing. Public information about him is limited, and details such as his nationality, dates of birth and death, and educational background are not clearly recorded. Judging from the four works held in the collection, his writing consistently centers on everyday health preservation and disease care, covering common health concerns such as constipation and gastrointestinal disorders. It also extends to traditional methods of conditioning such as tea drinks and medicinal wines, and offers an interpretation of the health wisdom in the Huangdi Neijing. His style seeks to connect the ideas of classical Chinese medicine with concrete practices in daily life. His language is plain and accessible, aimed at general readers rather than specialized medical discussion. This approachable choice of topics and popular style give his works a certain representativeness among health popular-science books, making them suitable for readers interested in self-care and traditional health knowledge.