The 5 basic elements of Acupuncture

The Five Elements or better to say, the Five Phrases are key aspects of QI. These elements are Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water. Speaking in poetic language, health is essential to signify the balance between all these elements. It is the QI of these elements that help in waxing and wanes our life’s seasonal as well daily cycles. It may sound strange but every one of us has certain unique characteristics and this blend perfectly together to influence these elements.  

Wood 

Meridians: Liver/Gallbladder 

According to traditional Chinese medicine, those who have strong energy flowing around the wood element possess clear vision and goals. These people have a clear idea about how to utilize these goals and give them the right shape. These people excel a lot in terms of planning as well decision-making process.  

Wood Imbalance 

Wood imbalance can result in making a person stagnant, arrogant, and angry dispositions. There can be emotional breakdowns. Wood imbalance can result in causing several digestive problems like diarrhea, gas, bloating, and alternating constipation. Traditional Chinese therapy procedures can be highly beneficial in treating the imbalance. 

Fire 

Meridians: Heart, Small Intestines, Pericardium, Triple Warmer 

People with strong Fire energy tend to be quite charismatic in nature. They excel a lot in leading a group. They have a strong commanding ability and love to socialize and talk.  

Fire Imbalance

A person with fire imbalance tends to become bland and lackluster. The person may suffer from insomnia, restlessness, and anxiety. Common health problems would be soreness, heart problems, hypertension, and palpitations. Green leafy vegetable intake can help improve the condition. As far the treatment is concerned, acupuncture can be a great way to improve the flow of energy. 

Earth 

Meridians: Stomach/Spleen 

A person with strong earth energy tends to be highly compassionate, well grounded, and of nurturing nature.

 Earth Imbalance 

If there happens to be an imbalance in Earth, a person can suffer from diarrhea and other digestive problems. He/she may gain or lose weight faster than usual. They may suffer from muzzy-headedness, lack of clarity, and cloudy thinking. Some of the common ailments include eating disorders, heartburn, canker sores, food allergies, fatigue, gas, bloating effect, and diarrhea. Undergoing acupressure treatment can help a lot in activating the meridians that are responsible for the earth energy. You need to ensure that the treatment is carried out by an expert professional. 

Metal 

Meridians: Lungs/Large Intestines 

A person with well-balanced Metal energy tends to be conscientious; self-disciplined, and well organized. They always have a tendency to maintain a balanced structure in life.   

Metal Imbalance 

A person with Metal imbalance will feel sadness much often. There can be a weakness in the lungs and the person can suffer from skin diseases, sweating, eczema, and rashes. Asthma and frequent cold problems can also happen followed by bowel diseases. Acupuncture treatment helps in creating a soothing effect in the body, thus balancing the metal element in the body.   

Water 

Meridians: Kidneys, Bladder

The Water energy revolves around the lower belly region. A person with strong water energy tends to have a strong and well-functioning kidney.    

Water Imbalance 

A person suffering from water imbalance can face problems with urination, sexuality, fertility, and water metabolism. The person tends to be fearful, anxious, and phobic.

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