Traditional Chinese Medicine focuses on TCM’s historical roots, influential figures in the field, and development and global influence.
“Since the day of its birth, traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has been integrated into the blood of the excellent Chinese culture, and has become an inseparable part of it. It has been continuously enriched and perfected along with the development of Chinese civilisation. In the process of its development and evolution, it always blends with the profound Chinese culture, and eventually becomes the treasure of China … [described as being] full of deep philosophical wisdom, representing thousands of years of the Chinese tradition of healthy lifestyle.”
From the Preface
List of Figures
Series Foreword
Preface
The Editorial Committee
Chapter 1 Henan: Major Roots of Chinese Medicine and Culture
I. Suirenshi: The “Father of Fire” Lighting the Flame of Chinese Civilisation
II. Xinmi: The Origin of Qihuang Culture
III. Yi Yin (Prime Minister in Shang Tang’s Reign): Progenitor of Herbal Decoctions
IV. The Central Plains: Source of Food Therapy
V. Wine and Its Medical Application
VI. Yi Jing (The Book of Changes) Culture and Its Influence on TCM
VII. Chinese Regimen (Disease Prevention) Born Out of Daoism and Miscellaneous Schools of Philosophy
VIII. The Unique Contributions of Oracle Bone Inscriptions and Shuowen Jiezi to TCM
IX. The Treatment Principle Established by the Medical Sage Zhang Zhongjing: The Core Idea, the Diagnosis and Treatment Mode of TCM
X. The Medical Achievements of the Northern Song Dynasty: A Monument to the History of TCM
Chapter 2 Profound Chinese Medicine and Wisdom
I. Chinese Wisdom and Unique Mindset
II. Systematic and Complete TCM Theoretical System
Chapter 3 Henan Famous Doctors Like Bright Shining Stars
I. Henan Famous Doctors Since Ancient Times
II. Henan Famous Doctors in the New Era
Chapter 4 Rich Chinese Materia Medica in Henan
I. Chinese Materia Medica Market with a Long History and Reputable Herbal Shops
II. Henan’s Authentic, Staple Herbs and Their Cultivation Bases
III. Gradually Formed the Herbal Medicine Industry System in Henan
Chapter 5 Characteristic Diagnostic and Therapeutic Technologies
I. Research and Treatment of Special Diseases in Henan Province
II. Intangible Cultural Heritage Projects of TCM in Henan Province
III. Well-known TCM Hospitals in Henan Province
Chapter 6 TCM Cultural Tourism Resources in Henan Province
I. Chinese Herbal Culture Root-seeking Tour
II. Food Culture Tour Centred in Kaifeng
III. TCM Cultural Heritage and Characteristics of the Central Plains
Chapter 7 International Communication and Exchange of TCM Culture in Henan
I. Henan TCM and Countries of the World: A Long History of Cultural Exchanges
II. TCM as an Advantageous Field of Henan’s International Exchange and Cooperation
III. Henan’s Foreign Aid in TCM and International Friendship
Appendix I: A Brief Chronology of Chinese History
Appendix II: Chinese-English Titles of Ancient Classics
Index
Basic Information
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