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Chinese youth embrace TCM for wellness trend

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Young people in China are increasingly adopting traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) concepts, particularly the idea of "eliminating dampness" from the body. This trend, rooted in ancient texts like the Huangdi Neijing, has become a viral wellness movement. Youth are using various methods, from cupping and herbal remedies to less conventional practices like 'crying therapy,' to address perceived imbalances causing issues like fatigue, acne, and low energy. AI

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Chinese youth embrace TCM for wellness trend

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Zoey Zhang ·

    Beat the heat, drain the damp: why Chinese youth are turning to TCM

    As China enters the peak of summer heat, an increasing number of youth believe they have found a solution to fatigue, oily skin, and low energy: qushi, or eliminating dampness from the body. Rooted in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), the centuries-old concept of “dampness” dat…

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