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Skin that brightens your expression can only be produced if you are happy in mind and body.
To prevent the condition from worsening, we recommend that people with sensitive skin in particular check this.
I I suffered from atopic dermatitis caused by cosmetics , and I was suffering mentally and physically every day.
After that, I worked in product development at a major cosmetics company, and learned why my skin had become rough.
I'm confused by the surprising irritating and ineffective ingredients in organic and additive-free cosmetics out there...
Skincare is also high quality and environmentally friendly. Utilizing the ancient wisdom of coexisting with nature, we will create FRMA that also incorporates modern wisdom! From Ancient Times to now, the first product is cosmetics.
For a brighter look and a brighter life. FRMA cosmetics are a tool to help you live a happy life . This blog will explore hints for living each day in a happy mood .
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Basic knowledge of Chinese medicine
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You often hear the term "Kampo" but do you know what it actually is? Kampo medicine, which is used in the medical field in Japan, is a powerful ally in improving our physical ailments. In this article, we will introduce some basic knowledge about Kampo medicine.
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Kampo is a traditional medicine that originated in China and developed uniquely in Japan. Traditional Chinese medicine was brought to Japan by envoys to the Tang Dynasty and evolved in a unique way to suit the Japanese climate and constitution. Until the introduction of Western medicine in the Meiji era, Kampo was at the heart of Japanese medical care. |
Kampo medicine as a Japanese medicine
In modern Japan, herbal medicines are recognized as medicines by the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare. They are not only prescribed at hospitals and clinics, but many can also be purchased at pharmacies. Unlike Western medicines, herbal medicines are effective when they combine several natural herbs.
( *1 Note: To explain that herbal medicines are pharmaceuticals, I wrote for the sake of convenience that "all manufacturers' kakkonto is the same," but in fact the amount of herbal ingredients varies slightly depending on the manufacturer. The reason for this is said to be that each manufacturer used different sources of traditional Chinese medicine as the basis for their manufacturing and sales approval for medical herbal extract preparations. Long before herbal medicines were commercialized as pharmaceuticals, doctors would fine-tune the amount of herbal ingredients to suit the patient's condition, a practice known as "sajime." However, now that herbal extract preparations are standardized, doctors can no longer fine-tune the amount of herbal ingredients. For this reason, some doctors who value fine-tuning will use Company A 's kakkonto for this patient and Company B 's kakkonto for that patient.)
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Chinese herbal medicine "Qi, blood, and water" ?
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In traditional Chinese medicine , our bodies are believed to be made up of three elements: "ki" (energy), "ketsu" (blood), and "sui" (water). Health is maintained when these elements circulate in balance, and if any one of them is blocked or deficient, illness will occur. ( *2 According to "Lectures on Traditional Chinese Medicine for Understanding the Basics" ( Yodosha, 2020 ) , edited by the Japan Traditional Chinese Medicine Education Council . )
"Ki": Energy for life activities |
"Ki" is considered to be something like the energy that sustains life. As seen in sayings such as "disease comes from the mind," "depression," and "energy and motivation," it is considered to be the most essential thing for people to live.A condition in which the flow of qi is blocked is called ` `qi stagnation ,'' a condition in which qi that should flow smoothly flows in the opposite direction is called ` `qi reversal,' ' and a condition in which the amount of qi is insufficient is called ` `qi deficiency,' ' and Chinese herbal medicines are used to treat each condition. |
The function of "ki" (major examples)
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Disturbance of "ki" and illness
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Blood: Nutrition and moisture circulating throughout the body |
The term "blood" in Chinese medicine is similar to that used in Western medicine, but it does not simply refer to the fluid that flows through blood vessels; it refers to the overall function of nourishing and moisturizing tissues and organs throughout the body. It is also thought to be deeply connected to mental activity. |
Functions of "blood" (major examples)
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Blood disorder and disorders
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"Water": Water balance and circulation within the body |
In traditional Chinese medicine, "water" is also called "body fluids" and refers to all fluids in the body other than blood (lymph, digestive fluids, sweat, urine, etc.). Water plays a wide range of important roles, including regulating body temperature, lubricating joints, and protecting organs. |
Functions of "water" (major examples)
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Water imbalance and illness
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In Kampo medicine, medicines are used in a more detailed manner according to each individual's constitution and symptoms. If you have symptoms that concern you, we recommend that you consult a doctor or pharmacist who is knowledgeable about Kampo medicine rather than making a self-diagnosis.
