Principles and Methods of Health Preservation in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Name: Principles and Methods of Health Preservation in Traditional Chinese Medicine
ISBN: 9787513262408

王文姮 / 刘志梅 / 田丽霞China Press of Traditional Chinese Medicine · ChinaSep 2022

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Word count: 94K words
Chapters: 21
ISBN: 9787513262408

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Summary

To better promote traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) so that it serves the people more effectively, this volume was compiled in accordance with the requirements and unified arrangements of the Shandong Provincial Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine, selecting TCM knowledge that is simple, easy to learn, easy to understand, and easy to put into practice for the general public. This is the health-preservation volume, introducing commonly used health-preservation methods.

Editor's review

This book is a health-preservation volume of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) intended for the general public. Compiled in accordance with the requirements and unified arrangements of the Shandong Provincial Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine, it selects TCM knowledge that is simple, easy to learn, easy to understand, and easy to put into practice, focusing on commonly used health-preservation methods. Unlike weighty academic monographs, this book is positioned for promotion and popularization, grounding health-preservation concepts in methods that can be practiced in daily life, so that readers, while understanding the principles of TCM health preservation, can choose approaches suited to themselves and put them into practice. The book emphasizes simplicity and practicality throughout, making it suitable as supplementary material for community health education, family health reading, and grassroots TCM promotion. There is no need to finish it in one sitting; readers can try methods gradually by category, make choices according to their own circumstances, and focus on persistence and moderation, avoiding treating health-preservation methods as a means of curing illness.

Who it's for

A good fit for

General family readers who wish to learn simple, easy-to-practice TCM health-preservation methods
Community and grassroots health workers engaged in TCM public education
Middle-aged and older readers seeking practical daily health-preservation knowledge
Beginners interested in TCM who need an accessible introductory book

Not a good fit for

Professional readers seeking systematic TCM theory or in-depth academic research
Patients hoping to replace proper medical treatment for illness with health-preservation methods
Readers expecting customized plans for their individual constitution; this book focuses on general methods

Reading tips

First skim the table of contents to understand the categories of common health-preservation methods, then read according to interest
Try each method on a small scale first, observe your own response, and then decide whether to continue
Choose methods suitable for shared practice based on the age and health conditions of family members
Combine the methods in the book with regular daily routines and a reasonable diet, rather than relying on any single method in isolation

About the publisher

China Press of Traditional Chinese Medicine China · Founded in 1989

China Press of Traditional Chinese Medicine focuses on publishing books in traditional Chinese medicine, covering Chinese medical classics, clinical medicine, acupuncture and tuina, materia medica and formulae, and medical history and literature; its catalogue includes 3,277 titles. Representative books include Xiao Er Yao Zheng Zhi Jue, Shang Han Lun, Yi Xue Zhong Zhong Can Xi Lu, Zhen Jiu Da Cheng, Yi Zong Jin Jian, and Guo Aichun's Annotated Huangdi Neijing Suwen (Second Edition). These works involve writings by historical physicians such as Qian Yi, Zhang Zhongjing, Wang Shuhe, and Zhang Xichun, as well as documentary studies compiled by contemporary authors including Zhao Xin, Zhen Xueyan, Zhang Yongtai, and Wang Xiangang. In terms of publishing characteristics, the press emphasizes collation and annotation of original Chinese medical classics and the systematic presentation of famous physicians' works, balancing the transmission of ancient editions with reference for clinical application. Public information is limited, and no other publishing fields are covered here.

版权信息
《跟我学中医》丛书编委会
《中医养生的理与法》编委会
序言
编写说明
第一章中医养生之理
第一节中医养生是什么
第二节中医养生的历史
第二章中医养生之法
第一节《黄帝内经》中的养生智慧
第二节情志养生
第三节饮食养生
第四节运动养生
第五节节气养生
第六节经穴养生
第七节体质养生
第三章不同人群的养生之道
第一节儿童养生之道
第二节女性养生之道
第三节老年人养生之道
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FAQ

Is this book suitable for someone with no TCM background at all?

Yes. This book is positioned as a popular TCM health-preservation reader for the general public, selecting knowledge that is simple, easy to learn, easy to understand, and easy to put into practice, with language and content kept as close to daily life as possible. Readers do not need to master TCM theory first; they can gradually try the methods introduced in the book, and consult a professional TCM physician in uncertain situations.

Can the health-preservation methods in the book replace seeing a doctor and taking medicine?

No. The book introduces commonly used health-preservation methods that fall within the scope of daily health care and cannot replace the diagnosis and proper treatment of illness. If you already have a definite illness or are taking medication, follow your doctor's advice first; health-preservation methods may serve as a supplement and should be chosen under the guidance of a professional physician, so as to avoid delaying treatment through self-adjustment.

How does this book differ from systematic monographs on TCM health preservation?

Compiled according to the unified arrangements of the Shandong Provincial Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine, this book focuses on selecting TCM knowledge that is simple, easy to learn, and easy to practice for the general public, with the aim of promoting TCM and serving daily health preservation; its content leans toward popularization and practicality. Systematic monographs place more emphasis on theoretical systems and academic depth. The two have different positioning and can be chosen according to need.

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About the author

王文姮 Author · Chinese

Wang Wenheng, who holds master's degrees in both medicine and literature and is a professor, currently serves as a member of the Party Committee and vice president of Jining Medical University. She worked for many years at Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine as a member of the Party Committee and head of its Publicity Department (Teacher Affairs Department), remaining on the front lines of TCM education and cultural communication. Her research focuses on traditional Chinese medicine culture and medical history, combining scholarly work with public outreach. She has published three works, including _Elegance of Confucian Physicians: A Record of Contemporary TCM Masters in Shandong_, _Seeking TCM in Classics and Legends_, and _Principles and Methods of TCM Health Preservation_, spanning medicine and health. She edited the popular science series _Learn TCM with Me_ and received a second prize for provincial teaching achievement in Shandong. Her writing is grounded in historical sources and documents, plain in style, and accessible to both specialists and general readers. Public information on her birth and death dates is limited.

刘志梅 Author

Liu Zhimei: publicly available information about the author is limited, and details such as nationality, dates of birth and death, and English name cannot be confirmed at present. According to the library's holdings, she has one work, The Principles and Methods of Traditional Chinese Medicine Health Preservation, included in the health category, which suggests that her writing focuses on the topic of TCM health preservation. Judging from the title, the book emphasizes organizing the theoretical basis and practical methods of TCM health preservation, attempting to establish a connection between "principles" and "methods"—discussing both underlying theory and specific practices—and is suitable for general readers interested in traditional health-preservation concepts. Because background information on the author is scarce, her writing style and intellectual context are difficult to assess comprehensively for now; readers may use the work itself as an entry point and, drawing on common knowledge of TCM health preservation, read prudently and make rational choices.

田丽霞 Author

Tian Lixia: public information about this author is currently limited, and her nationality, dates of birth and death, educational background, and professional experience cannot be confirmed. According to the library's holdings, she has only one work, The Principles and Methods of Traditional Chinese Medicine Health Preservation, which is classified under Health. It can therefore be inferred that her writing centers on the theme of health preservation in traditional Chinese medicine, with attention to the practical application of traditional theories in everyday health care. The words "principles" and "methods" in the title suggest that the book may address both the basic concepts and principles of health preservation in traditional Chinese medicine and specific methods of conditioning and practical suggestions, aimed at general readers who wish to improve their lifestyle with TCM knowledge. Because information about the author is scarce, her writing style and the influence of her work are difficult to assess comprehensively; readers may use the book as an introductory text to the principles and methods of TCM health preservation and read it alongside other reliable sources.