The Body Meridians

The Body Meridians Meridian Flows and Acu-Point Charts

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The Body Meridians

Meridian Flows and Acu-Point Charts

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Table of Contents The Body Meridians .................................................................................................................................................. 4 The Energy Network of the Body ......................................................................................................................... 4 The Body Meridian System ................................................................................................................................... 5 The 12 primary, paired meridians ......................................................................................................................... 5 The 2 single mid/central- meridians ...................................................................................................................... 5 The Stomach Meridian .............................................................................................................................................. 6 Stomach Meridian Acu-Points .............................................................................................................................. 7 The Spleen Meridian ............................................................................................................................................... 10 Spleen Meridian Acu-Points ............................................................................................................................... 11 The Heart Meridian ................................................................................................................................................. 13 Heart Meridian Acu-Points ................................................................................................................................. 14 The Small Intestine Meridian .................................................................................................................................. 15 Small Intestine Meridian Acu-Points .................................................................................................................. 16 The Bladder Meridian .............................................................................................................................................. 18 Bladder Meridian Acu-Points .............................................................................................................................. 19 The Kidney Meridian ............................................................................................................................................... 24 Kidney Meridian Acu-Points .............................................................................................................................. 25 The Pericardium Meridian ....................................................................................................................................... 28 Pericardium Meridian Acu-Points ....................................................................................................................... 29 The Triple Warmer Meridian ................................................................................................................................... 31 Triple Warmer Meridian Acu-Points................................................................................................................... 32 The Gallbladder Meridian........................................................................................................................................ 34 Gallbladder Meridian Acu-Points ....................................................................................................................... 35 The Liver Meridian .................................................................................................................................................. 39 Liver Meridian Acu-Points .................................................................................................................................. 40 The Lung Meridian .................................................................................................................................................. 42 Lung Meridian Acu-Points .................................................................................................................................. 43 The Large Intestine Meridian .................................................................................................................................. 44 Large Intestine Acu-Points .................................................................................................................................. 45 The Governing Vessel ............................................................................................................................................. 47 Governing Vessel Acu-Points ............................................................................................................................. 48 Conception Vessel Meridian.................................................................................................................................... 50 Conception Vessel Acu-Points ............................................................................................................................ 51

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The Meridian Clock ................................................................................................................................................. 53 The Meridian times - General Overview ............................................................................................................. 55 Five Elements Healing ............................................................................................................................................. 56 The Water Element.............................................................................................................................................. 56 The Wood Element ............................................................................................................................................. 56 The Fire Element ................................................................................................................................................. 57 The Earth Element ............................................................................................................................................... 57 The Metal Element .............................................................................................................................................. 58 The Principles of Yin and Yang .............................................................................................................................. 59 Yin–Yang Classification ..................................................................................................................................... 60 Practical applications: ......................................................................................................................................... 60

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The Body Meridians The Energy Network of the Body What are body meridians? They are energy channels 'transporting' life energy (Chi/Qi) throughout the body. If there are blockages, leading to lack of energy supply to certain areas of the body, or a surplus of energy in other areas... The Body Meridians can be used for Treatment of a condition or/and Diagnosis. Energy blockages can be the result of stress, an injury or trauma, or bad living habits (diet, habits/addictions, and lack of exercise) and can be activated or sedated, and when balanced, are a key to good health - physical, mental and spiritual. Our energy flow affects how we feel, how we think, and the overall condition of our health situation. When the body's life-force energy becomes blocked, various imbalances can result. For centuries, in China, Japan, Tibet, India and other countries, life has been considered to be a bioelectrical/vibrational energy phenomenon. It is only because of the existence of this energy in our body that we can move, breathe, digest food… think and even feel. Different cultures call this energy by different names... 'Prana', 'Chetana' or 'Qi' (Chi) are some examples. Qi is composed of two kinds of forces: 'Yin' and 'Yang'. A person remains in good health when there is harmony and balance between these two forces. If the balance is disturbed, that is, if the flow of one of these forces is greater than the other, illness arises. These forces – energies – flow through definite channels in the body, called 'body meridians' (the body's healing energy pathways). Meridian massage (Meridian flush and Meridian tapping) Acupressure and Acupuncture - use the Body Meridians and Acu-points to promote balance and health.

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The Body Meridian System There are 14 Main Body Meridians 12 Paired Meridians and 2 Single Meridians

Meridian Pairs complement each other one Yin (energy flowing up ↑) the other Yang (energy flowing down ↓)

The 12 primary, paired meridians 6 yang and 6 yin – yin and yang forming a pair.

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Stomach meridian (yang) flows to the ↑ Spleen meridian (yin)

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Heart meridian (yin) flows to the ↓ Small Intestine meridian (yang)

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Bladder meridian (yang) flows to the ↑ Kidney meridian (yin)

↑ Pericardium

meridian (yin) flows to ↓ Triple Warmer meridian (yang)

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Gallbladder meridian (yang) flows to the ↑ Liver meridian (yin)

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Lung meridian (yin) flows to the ↓ Large Intestine meridian (yang)

The 2 single mid/central- meridians Governing Vessel – flows into the Conception Vessel

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The Stomach Meridian Nourishment - Physical and Emotional The stomach meridian is a yang meridian and is paired with the yin Spleen meridian. It functions with the Spleen Meridian in the assimilation of Qi from food through digestion and absorption.

The stomach meridian starts at ST1, between the lower eyelid and the eye socket, and runs down the face and loops up to the forehead. At ST8, it backtracks down across the shoulder, down the ribs, along the stomach, and then down the leg ending at ST45, the outside edge of the second toe. Stomach Meridian Element: Earth element with strong nurturing qualities. Physical Imbalances: Digestive and stomach problems - abdominal pain, distension, edema, vomiting, sore throat, facial paralysis, upper gum toothache, nose bleeding. Emotional Imbalances: Anxiety, worry, skepticism, poor confidence, feelings of suspicion or mistrust. When Balanced: Fairness, openness and caring. Peak Hours: 7-9 am Chakra: Root Chakra Foods: Root Vegetables such as carrots, parsnip, turnips, and all the other types of food that come from the earth.

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Stomach Meridian Acu-Points

ST1 – Chengqi - Redness, swelling and pain of the eye, night blindness, twitching of the eyelids ST2 – Sibai - Myopia, corneal opacity, redness, itching and pain of the eye, twitching of the eyelids, facial paralysis, headache, vertigo ST3 – Juliao - Facial paralysis, twitching of the eyelids, epistaxis, toothache, swelling of the lips and cheeks ST4 – Dicang - Twitching of the eyelids, twitching of the corner of the mouth, facial distortion, drooling

ST5 – Swelling of the cheek, toothache ST6 – Jiache - Lockjaw, Swelling of the cheek, toothache and swelling of cheeks ST7 – Xiaguan - Deafness, tinnitus, nasal congestion, toothache, lockjaw, facial distortion and swelling and pain of the cheeks ST8 – Touwei - Headache, vertigo, twitching of the eyelids

ST9 – Renying - Sore throat, scrofula, goiter, asthma, hypertension ST10 – Sore throat, cough and asthma ST11 – Chest congestion, cough and asthma, dyspnea ST12 – ST16 – Cough, asthma, sore throat ST18 – Rugen - Chest pain, cough and asthma, hiccup

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ST19 – ST21 – Stomach ache, Gastric pain, vomiting, poor appetite, abdominal distention, diarrhea ST22 – Abdominal distention and pain, borborygmus, diarrhea ST23 – Psychosis, irritability, protruding tongue ST24 – Manic psychosis, vomiting, protruding tongue, stiff tongue ST25 – Tianshu - Abdominal distention, borborygmus, pain around the umbilicus, constipation, diarrhea, dysentery, irregular menstruation ST26 – Abdominal pain, hernia ST27 – Lower abdominal distention and pain ST28 – Shuidao - Lower abdominal distention, infertility, hernia ST29 – Guilai - Irregular menstruation, hernia, abdominal pain, hernia, prolapse of the uterus ST30 – Qichong - Hernia, irregular menstruation, irritability, impotence

ST31 – Muscular atrophy, weakness, numbness and pain of lower extremities, coldness and pain of the lower back and knee ST32 – Futu - Paralysis or weakness of the lo wer extremities, coldness and pain of the lower back and knee ST33 – Coldness and pain of the lower extremities and knee, limitation of the lower extremities, hernia, abdominal distention and pain ST34 – Liangqiu - Stomach ache, Acute gastric pain, swelling and pain of the knee joint, weakness of the lower extremities

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ST35 – Dubi - Swelling and pain of the knee joint ST36 – Gastric pain, vomiting, dysphagia, abdominal distention, borborygmus, diarrhea, indigestion, dysentery, constipation, abdominal pain, palpitation, shortness of breath, poor appetite, lassitude, dizziness, insomnia, cough and asthma, pain in the knee joint ST37 – Shangjuxu - Abdominal pain, borborygmus, constipation, diarrhea, muscular atrophy, weakness, numbness and pain of the lower extremities ST38 – Tiaokou - Coldness, pain, and weakness of the shoulder, muscular atrophy, weakness, numbness and pain of the lower extremities, swelling of the foot, spasm ST39 – Xiajuxu - Lower abdominal pain, pain in the lower back referring to pain in the testicles, diarrhea, dysentery, muscular atrophy, weakness, numbness and pain of the lower extremities ST40 – Fenglong - Vomiting, constipation, cough, excessive phlegm, asthma, psychosis, headache, dizziness, paralysis or weakness of the lower extremities

ST41 – Jiexi - Pain of the ankle joint, weakness and muscular atrophy, numbness and pain of the lower extremities, headache, dizziness, manic psychosis, abdominal distention, constipation ST42 – Chongyang - Gastric pain, abdominal distention, swelling and pain of the dorsum of the foot, swelling of the face, toothache, deviation of the mouth and eye ST43 – Xiangu - Myasthenia of the upper eyelid and difficulty opening the eyes, facial and general edema, swelling and pain of the dorsum of the foot, abdominal pain ST44 – Neiting - Toothache, sore throat, dry mouth, epistaxis, abdominal distention, constipation, gastric pain, swelling and pain of the dorsum of the foot, dysentery, diarrhea ST45 – Lidui - Swelling of the face, toothache, sore throat, epistaxis, nightmare, manic psychosis

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The Spleen Meridian Self Esteem and Open Mindedness...

The spleen meridian starts at the tip of the great toe. From there it runs along the medial aspect of the foot at the junction of the red and white skin. It continues up the inner leg, up across the groin, the stomach, through the diaphragm. It connects with the stomach and heart meridian . The spleen meridian is a yin meridian and is paired with the stomach meridian (yang). Element: Earth element with strong nurturing qualities. Physical Imbalances: Digestive and stomach problems. Emotional Imbalances: Worry, poor concentration, forgetful-ness, cloudy thought process, addiction, attachment, obsession, gluttony, jealousy, self-pity, strong concern about opinions of others, stubbornness, low self-esteem, poor self-image. When Balanced: Fairness, openness, deep thinking and reminiscence, self esteem Peak Hours: 9-11 am

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Spleen Meridian Acu-Points SP1 – Yinbai - Unconsciousness, convulsion, menorrhagia, bloody stools, psychosis, nightmares SP2 – Dadu - Gastric pain, diarrhea, constipation, vomiting SP3 – Taibai - Gastric pain, abdominal pain, diarrhea, heaviness of the body, pain of joints SP4 – Gongsun - Abdominal distention, acute and chronic stomachache, vomiting, insomnia

SP5 – Shangqiu - Abdominal distention, pain in the foot and ankle, hemorrhoids, diarrhea, constipation, jaundice SP6 – Sanyinjiao - Irregular menstruation, dysmenorrhea, premature ejaculation, pain in the penis, hernia, testicular atrophy, abdominal distention, diarrhea, paralysis of the foot, muscular pain, diseases

of the skin, urticaria, insomnia, headache, dizziness SP7 – Lougu - Abdominal distention, numbness of the lower extremities SP8 – Diji - Abdominal pain, diarrhea, dysuria, edema, irregular menstruation, dysmenorrhea, spermatorrhea, impotence, lumbar pain SP9 – Xinlingquan - Abdominal pain, abdominal distention, incontinence of urine, diarrhea, jaundice

SP10 – Xuehai - Gynecological problems, menstruation problems, eczema SP11 – Inguinal region pain

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SP12 – Chongmen - Lower abdominal pain, hernia, irregular menstruation SP14 and SP13 – Diarrhea, constipation, hernia SP15 – Daheng - Diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain SP16 – Abdominal pain

SP17 – Pain in the chest, hypochondria, nausea, vomiting, jaundice SP19 and SP 18 - Pain in the chest SP20 – Cough SP21 – Dabao - Chest pain, cough, asthma, aching and weakness of the limbs

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The Heart Meridian Ruler of Emotions The heart meridian is a yin meridian and is paired with the Small Intestine meridian.

It reveals itself through the brightness in the eyes, governs Fire and Heat, rules the blood and its vessels and directs circulation - it is the House of the Spirit. It srcinates from the heart, emerges and spreads over the heart system, passes through the diaphragm to connect with the small intestine. The exterior (surface) part runs to the lung, then turns downward along the arm. It ends in the inner tip of the little finger. It rules: blood, tongue, throat, sweat, facial complexion, adrenals, thyroid, prostate and pituitary gland. It opens into the tongue and controls speech. Element: Belonging to the Fire element, the Heart Meridian is associated with warmth, laughter and enthusiasm.

Just as the summer season, associated with the Fire element, brings blossoming and maturing - the flowering of all the seeds planted in the spring - love is the blossoming of the human being. It is indeed who we are in full "bloom". Nowhere is such love felt more deeply than in the Heart.

Physical Imbalances: Shortness of breath, cold feeling in the chest and limbs, palpitations, cold sweat, inability to speak, memory failure and restless sleep. Emotional Imbalances: The heart is the ruler of all emotions. Signs of imbalance include sadness, absence of laughter, depression, fear, anxiety, hysteria, erratic behavior, alternating joy and melancholy, dullness, yearning for love, jealousy and sorrow. When Balanced: Tranquility, gentleness, emotional balance, spirit, love, integrity, optimism, emotional and spiritual growth, zest for life, control of thoughts and senses, conscience and wisdom. Peak Hours: 11 am - 1 pm Chakra: Heart Chakra

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Heart Meridian Acu-Points HT1 – Jiquan - Chest congestion, shortness of breath, emotional problems, dry mouth, terrible thirst, yellowish eyes HT2 – Cardiac pain, sudden loss of voice HT3 - Shaohai - Angina pectoris, amnesia, susceptible to laughing, mania, epilepsy, numbness of arm, tremor of hand, headache, dizziness

HT4 - Lingdao - Angina pectoris, palpitation, susceptible to laughing, sorrow and fright, stiffness of the tongue HT5 – Tongli - Palpitation, Sudden loss of voice, stiffness of the tongue HT6 – Yinxi - Cardiac pain, palpitation due to fright,

sudden loss of voice, fever and night sweat HT7 – Shenmen - Amnesia, cardiac pain, palpitations, irritability, chest pain, insomnia, mania, finger numbness

HT8 – Shaofu - Palpitation, chest pain, spasmodic pain of little finger HT9 – Shaochong - Palpitation, pain in the chest, mania, coma

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The Small Intestine Meridian Sorting of the Pure and Impure... The small intestine meridian is a yang meridian and is paired with the heart yin meridian.

It receives and transforms food by separating the Pure from the Impure, with the Pure becoming bodily fluids and the impure becoming urine - this function also operates on emotional, mental and spiritual levels. This meridian is responsible for digestion, water absorption, nutrient absorption and bowel functions. The Small Intestine Meridian starts from the tip of the little finger and crosses the wrist. It runs upwards along the posterior side of the forearm until it reaches the back of shoulder where it ends at the uppermost part of the back (the bottom of the neck). At this position, it travels externally across the neck and cheek until it reaches the outer corner of the eye and then ends in the ear. Element: Fire Physical Imbalances: Signs include bluish lips with white border, emaciation, profuse sweating, swellings of nodules, hemicranias, tinnitus, pain around the ear, and pain depressing the abdomen.

Emotional Imbalances: A feeling of mental deficiency due to inability to assimilate ideas, and insecurity. Forgetfulness, indecision, unclear thought process. Restlessness and difficulty in expressing emotions.

When Balanced: Healthy expressions are love, joy, warmth, vitality, excitement, memory, ability in making decisions, clarity of thought.

Peak Hours: 1-3 pm Chakra: Root Chakra - Base Chakra Foods: Root Vegetables such as turnips and celery. Bitter greens (spinach, kale...).

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Small Intestine Meridian Acu-Points SI1 - Shaoze - Apoplexy, loss of consciousness, insufficient lactation, sore throat SI2 - Qiangu - Numbness of the fingers, fever, headache, tinnitus, deafness SI3 - Houxi - Pain and rigidity of the head and neck, redness, swelling and pain in the eyes, sore throat, mania, pain in the lumbar and sacrum, acute spasm in the finger, elbow and arm, epilepsy, deafness SI4 - Wangu - Jaundice, cataract, tinnitus, deafness, pain in the lumbar and leg, contracture of the fingers, pain in the wrist, weakness to hold things in the hand, pain and rigidity of the head and neck SI5 - Yangu - Neck pain, headache, r edness, swelling and pain in the eyes, tinnitus, deafness, mania, epilepsy, pain of the hand and wrist

SI6 - Yanglao - Blurred vision, aching of the shoulder, back, elbow and arm, acute lumbar pain SI7 - Zhizheng - Headache, dizziness, depressive, stiff neck, weakness of the joints, aching and dysfunction of the elbow, warts SI8 - Xiaohai - Pain in the elbow and arm, epilepsy

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SI9 - Jianzhen - Pain in the shoulder and ar m, tinnitus, deafness SI10 - Naoshu - Pain in the shoulder and arm SI11 - Tianzong - Pain in the shoulder and arm, asthma, cough, breast abscess SI12 - Bingfeng - Pain in the shoulder and scapular region, aching and numbness of the upper extremities SI13 - Quyuan - Pain in the shoulder and scapular region SI14 - Jianwaishu - Pain or stiffness i n the shoulder and back, cough, asthma SI15 - Jianzhongshu - Cough, asthma, pain in the shoulder and back

SI16 - Sore throat, sudden loss of voice, pain and rigidity of the neck, tinnitus, deafness SI17 - Tianrong - Tinnitus, deafness, sore throat, swelling and pain of the neck

SI18 - Quanliao - Twitching of eyelids, facial paralysis, tooth ache, swelling of the cheek SI19 - Tinggong - Tinnitus, deafness, otorrhea (discharge from the ear), toothache, dysfunction of the maxillary joint

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The Bladder Meridian Guardian of Peace

The Bladder Meridian is a Yang Meridian and is paired with the Yin Kidney Meridian.

This meridian is the longest and most complex meridian. It starts at the inner portion of the eyelid and travels across the front of the head, to the back of the head. It then forms two branches that travel down the back to the sacrum along the spine, goes along the middle of the buttocks, and then to the back of the thighs. The two branches then meet behind the knees and travel between the calves along the Achilles tendon to the outside of the foot. The Bladder Meridian ends at the outside of the little toe.

Element: Water Physical Imbalances: Headaches, back problems, or urinary problems including excessive urination and incontinence, pain in the eyes, tearing and colds. Emotional Imbalances: Lack of energy, inflexibility and fearfulness - Resisting change When Balanced: Hopeful, looking forward, calm and peaceful Peak Hours: 3 pm -5 pm Foods: Water

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Bladder Meridian Acu-Points

BL1 - Jingming – Blurred vision, dizziness, nearsightedness, night blindness, color blindness BL2 – Cuanzhu - Facial distortion, blurred vision, redness, swelling and pain of the eye, twitching of eyelids, prolapse of eyelids, headache

BL3 – Meichon - Headache, vertigo, nasal congestion BL4 – Qucha - Headache, nasal congestion, epistaxis, blurring of vision BL5 - Wuchu – Headache, dizziness BL6 – Chengguang - Blurring of vision, dizziness BL7 – Tongtian Nasal congestion, nasal polyps,

nasal ulcers, rhinorrhoea, epistaxis, headache, dizziness

BL8 – Luoque - Blurring of vision, tinnitus BL9 – Yuzhen - Headache and neck pain, blurring of vision, nasal congestion BL10 – Tianzhu - Headache, stiff neck, dizziness, headache, pain in the shoulder and back, depressive psychosis, epilepsy

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BL11 - Dazhu - Stiff neck, pain in the shoulder and back, headache, nasal obstruction, sore throat, cough and fever BL12 – Fendmen - Common cold, cough, fever, headache, neck stiffness, pain in the chest and back BL13 – Feishu - Fever, cough, hemoptysis, night sweating, nasal congestion BL14 – Jueyinshu - Angina pectoris, palpitation, vomiting, cough, chest congestion BL15 – Xinshu - Angina pectoris, palpitation, chest congestion, shortness of breath, insomnia, cough and night sweating BL16 – Dushu - Angina pectoris, chest congestion, gastric pain, abdominal pain, cough, asthma BL17 – Geshu - Vomiting, Acute epigastric pain, hiccup, dysphagia, blood in the stools, cough, asthma BL18 BL19 BL20 BL21 BL22 BL23 BL24 BL25 BL26 BL27 BL28 BL29 BL30 BL31 BL32

– Ganshu - Jaundice, dizziness, eye diseases, vomiting, back pain, epilepsy – Danshu - Jaundice, bitter taste in mouth, fever – Pishu - Abdominal distention, jaundice, vomiting, diarrhea, dysentery, blood in the stools – Weishu - Vomiting, abdominal distention, pain in the chest and back – Sanjiaoshu - Abdominal distention, vomiting, diarrhea, dysentery, stiffness and pain in the loins and back – Shenshu - Lower back pain, deafness, tinnitus, cough, asthma – Qihaishu - Abdominal distention, haemorrhoids – Dachangshu - Abdominal distention, diarrhea, constipation, bleeding hemorrhoids, lumbar pain – Guanyuanshu - Pain in the lu mbosacral region, abdominal distention, diarrhea, frequent urination – Xianochangshu - Diarrhea, urinary problems, lower abdominal distention and pain – Pangguangshu - Dysuria, stiffness and pain in loins and spine, leg pain, diarrhea, constipation – Zhonglushu - Diarrhea, hernia, lower back pain and stiffness – Baihuanshu - Irregular menstruation, hernia – Shhangliao - Dysuria, impotence, irregular menstruation, prolapse of uterus – Ciliao - Irregular menstruation, pain, weakness, and numbness of the lower extremities, hernia, dysuria,

impotence BL33 – Zhongliao - Irregular menstruation, constipation, diarrhea, unsmooth urination BL34 – Xialiao - Lower abdominal pain, constipation, unsmooth urination, irregular menstruation BL35 – Huiyang - Diarrhea, blood in the stools, hemorrhoids, impotence

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BL36 – Chengfu - Pain in the waist, haemorrhoids BL37 – Yinmen - Lumbar pain, pain, numbness and weakness of the lower extremities BL39 – Weiyang - Stiffness and pain of waist and spine, lower abdominal distention, spasmodic pain in foot and legs BL40 – Weizhong - Lumbar pain, spasm and weakness of the lower extremities, abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea

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BL41 – Fufen - Rigidity and pain of the neck, spasm of the shoulder and back, numbness of the elbow and arm BL42 – Pohu - Cough, asthma, pulmonary tuberculosis, neck stiffness, pain in t he shoulder and back BL43 – Gaohuang - Pulmonary tuberculosis, cough, asthma, poor appetite, loose stools, emaciation and weakness, aching pain in the shoulder and back BL44 – Shentang - Cardiac pain, palpitations, insomnia, chest congestion, cough, asthma BL45 – Yixi - Cough, asthma, pain of the shoulder and back BL46 – Geguan - Vomiting, belching, hiccup, stiffness and pain of the back and spine BL47 – Hunmen - Chest congestion and hypochondrium, vomiting, diarrhea, back pain BL48 – Yanggang - Jaundice, abdominal pain, borborygmus, diarrhea, diabetes BL49 – Yishe - Abdominal distention, borborygmus, vomiting, diarrhea BL50 – Weicang - Abdominal distention, infantile dyspepsia, edema BL51 – Huangmen - Abdominal pain, constipation, abdominal mass, breast disease BL52 – Zhishi - Impotence, lumbar stiffness and pain BL53 – Buohuang - Lumbar pain, abdominal distention BL54 – Zhibian - Dysuria, constipation, muscular atrophy, pain, numbness and motor impairment of the lower extremities, haemorrhoids

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BL40 – Weizhong - Lumbar pain, spasm and weakness of the lower extremities, abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea BL55 – Heyang - Lumbar stiffness and pain, pain, numbness and weakness of the lower extremities, hernia BL56 - Chengjin – Haemorrhoids BL57 - Chengshan – Haemorrhoids BL58 – Feiyang - Headache, dizziness, pain and weakness of the lumbar and leg, haemorrhoids BL59 – Fuyang - Headache, heavy sensation of the head, pain, numbness and weakness of the lower extremities

BL60 – Kunlun - Acute lumbar pain, swelling and pain of the heel, difficult labor, headache, neck stiffness, dizziness BL61 – Pucan - Pain, numbness and weakness of the lower extremities

BL62 – Shenmai - Epilepsy, manic psychosis, insomnia, headache, neck rigidity, pain of the lumbar and leg BL63 – Jinmen - Headache, manic psychosis, epilepsy, infantile convulsion, lumbar pain, pain, numbness and weakness of the lower extremities, pain in the external malleolus BL64 – Jinggu - Headache, neck rigidity, cataract BL65 - Shugu - Headache, neck rigidity, pain of the lumbar and the leg, dizziness BL66 – Zutonggu - Headache, neck rigidity, dizziness, psychosis BL67 - Zhiyin - Headache, eye pain, nasal congestion, difficult labour

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The Kidney Meridian Root of Life Reservoir of Energy Seat of Courage and Willpower The kidney meridian is a yin meridian (flows upwards), controls the growth and development of bones and nourishes the marrow, which is the body's source of red and white blood cells. A weak kidney is therefore a prime cause of anemia and immune deficiency. In traditional Chinese medicine, the spinal cord and the brain are forms of marrow, and therefore poor memory, inability to think clearly, and backache are all regarded as indicators of impaired kidney function and deficient kidney energy. The Kidney meridian's vitality is reflected externally by the condition of head and body hair and is associated with the entrance hole of the ears. Tinnitus (ringing ears) is thus a sign of kidney dysfunction. The kidneys are in thekidney seat ofmeridian courage results and willpower, and any impairment in feelings oftherefore fear and paranoia. Intense fear can cause involuntary urination, a phenomenon also known to Western medicine. The kidneys are responsible for filtering waste metabolites from the blood and moving them on-wards to the bladder for excretion in urine. Along with the large intestine, the kidneys control the balance of fluids in the body. In addition, they regulate the body's acid-alkaline balance (pH) by selectively filtering out or retaining various minerals.

The yin kidney meridian is paired wit h the yang bladder meridian. Element: Water Physical Imbalances: Chest pain, asthma, abdominal pain, irregular menstruation, impotence, hernia Emotional Imbalances: Hysteria, paranoia, depression, fear, loneliness and insecurity When Balanced: 24 | Page


Wisdom, rationality, clear perception, gentleness and self-understanding. Peak Hours: 5-7 pm Foods: Water

Kidney Meridian Acu-Points

KI1 – Yongquan - Kidney disorders, loss of consciousness, headache, pain of the neck, dizziness, infantile convulsion, manic psychosis, nausea, vomiting, hysteria

KI2 - Rangu - Headache, dizziness, sore throat, diabetes, irregular menstruation KI3 – Taixi - Impotence, ankle pain, frequent need to urinate, deafness, tinnitus, irregular menstruation, lumbar pain, headache, dizziness, blurring of vision, cough, asthma, diabetes, insomnia, pain in the heel KI4 – Dazhong - Cough, asthma, retention of urine, frequent urination, pain in the heel. KI5 - Shuiquan - Irregular menstruation, unsmooth urination KI6 – Zhaohai - Insomnia, dry mouth, sore throat, constipation, retention of urine, irregular menstruation

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KI7 – Fulio - Abdominal pain and distention, diarrhea, night sweating, stiffness and pain in loins and spine. KI8 – Jiaoxin - Irregular menstruation, hernia, diarrhea, constipation KI9 – Zhubin - Depressive psychosis, epilepsy, abdominal pain and distension, vomiting

KI10 – Yingu - Impotence, hernia, irregular menstruation, retention of urine

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KI11 - Henggu - Lower abdominal pain, hernia KI12 - Dahe - Lower abdominal pain, hernia, impotence KI13 – Qixuc - Irregular menstruation, diarrhea KI14 - Siman - Abdominal pain and distention, diarrhea, edema, irregular menstruation, dysmenorrhea KI15 - Zhongzhu - Irregular menstruation, dysmenorrhea, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea KI16 - Huangshu - Abdominal pain around the umbilicus, diarrhea, dysentery, constipation, hernia, pain in the loins and spine KI17 - Shangqu - Abdominal pain, diarrhea, constipation

KI18 - Shiguan - Vomiting, abdominal pain, constipation, infertility KI19 - Yindu - Abdominal pain and distention, constipation, infertility KI20 - Futonggu - Abdominal distention and pain, vomiting KI21 - Youmen - Abdominal pain and distention, vomiting, diarrhea KI27 - Shufu - Cough, asthma, chest pain, vomiting and anorexia KI26 - Yuzhong - Cough with dyspnea, accumulation of phlegm, distention of the chest and hypochondriac region. KI25 - Shengcang - Cough with dyspnea, chest pain. KI24 - Lingxu - Cough with dyspnea, distention of the chest and hypochondriac region, mastitis.

KI23 - Shenfeng - Cough with dyspnoea, distention of the chest and hypochondriac region, mastitis.

KI22 - Bulang - Cough with dyspnoea, distention of the chest and hypochondriac region, vomiting, anorexia.

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The Pericardium Meridian Guardian of the Heart The Pericardium Meridian (also called 'Heart Constrictor' or 'Circulation-Sex' Meridian) is a yin meridian and is paired with the yang Triple Warmer Meridian (also known as the Triple Energizer/Triple Burner Meridian).

This meridian begins in the middle of the chest, at the pericardium. A branch descends internally through the diaphragm to the upper, middle, and lower burners – the Triple Warmer. From the starting point, a branch of the main channel crosses the chest to emerge just outside the nipple. It then ascends on the surface around the front of the armpit and flows down the arm, through the biceps muscle. At the elbow crease it passes to the inside of the biceps tendon, then down the middle of the front of the forearm, between the heart and lung channels to the wrist. It crosses the middle of the palm to PC8 where it divides. The main channel continues to the outer corner of the middle fingernail.

Known as the 'King's Bodyguard' (in this case, the 'king' is the heart), the pericardium meridian is the heart's protector. It is regarded as a Fire-energy organ. The pericardium provides the heart with physical protection, its energy also protects the heart from damage and disruption from excessive emotional energies generated by the other organs, such as anger from the liver, fear from the kidneys, and grief from the lungs. Extreme or long-lasting outbursts of the Seven Emotions disrupt energy balance and can be causes of disease. Without the pericardium to protect the heart, it would be subject to damage from the strong fluctuations in energy, caused by emotional ups and downs. Physical Imbalances: Disorders of the heart, chest, stomach and mind

When Balanced: Joy, happiness and healthy relationships

Emotional Imbalances: Difficulty feeling and expressing emotions, depression, aversions and phobias

Peak Hours: 7 pm - 9 pm Foods: Sunlight!

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Pericardium Meridian Acu-Points

PC1 – Tianchi - Laryngitis, mastitis, breast feeding

problems, cough, chest congestion, asthma

PC2 - Tianquan - Distention of the hypochondriac region, cough PC3 - Quze - Angina pectoris, palpitation, stomach

ache, vomiting, diarrhea

PC4 - Ximen - Angina pectoris, palpitation, epilepsy, chest pain PC5 - Jianshi - Angina pectoris, palpitation, stomach ache, mania, malaria PC6 - Neiguan - Angina pectoris, palpitation, stomach ache, vomiting, hiccup, insomnia, dizziness, epilepsy, migraine PC7 - Daling - Angina pectoris, palpitation, s tomach ache, vomiting, mania

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PC8 - Laogong - Angina pectoris, palpitation, vomiting, foul breath, oral ulcer, sunstroke, mania, epilepsy, toothache PC9 - Zhongchong - Angina pectoris, coma, sunstroke, infantile convulsion, stiffness and swelling of the tongue

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The Triple Warmer Meridian Three Burners for Life Energy Transformation

The Triple Warmer Meridian (also known as Sanjiao/Triple Burner/Heater/Energizer) is a yang meridian and is paired with the Pericardium Meridian.

The Triple Warmer Meridian srcinates from the tip of the ring finger, at the outside corner of the nail, passes between the knuckles of the fourth and fifth fingers, on to the wrist. From here it ascends between the two bones of the forearm (radius and ulna), through the tip of the elbow, and up the back of the arm to the shoulder. It moves forward into the chest to connect with the pericardium meridian, the upper burner, the abdomen and the middle and lower burners. Re-emerging from the chest at the collarbone, the meridian ascends the side of the neck and around the back of the ear.

Element: Fire Physical Imbalances: Disorders of the side of the head, ears, eyes and throat, as well as diseases involving the regions through which the meridian runs (gallbladder meridian, pericardium meridian, small intestine meridian) When balanced: Kind-hearted, stable mind and emotion of joy Peak Hours: 9 pm - 11 pm

This meridian is responsible for the movement and transformation of various solids and fluids throughout the system, as well as for the production and circulation of nourishing and protective energy. It is a functional energy system, involved in regulating the activities of other organs, composed of three parts, known as 'burners', located in thorax, abdomen, and pelvis. The Upper Burner controls intake, the Middle Burner controls transformation, the Lower Burner controls elimination.

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One branch rises internally to meet the gallbladder meridian on the forehead, then descends to join the small intestine meridian on the cheek. The superficial branch continues to the front of the ear and crosses to the outer corner of the eyebrow, where it again joins the gallbladder meridian.

Triple Warmer Meridian Acu-Points TW1 – Guanchong - Sore throat, headache, redness of the eyes, deafness, tinnitus, high fever TW2 – Yemen - Headache, malaria, sore throat, redness of the eyes, deafness, numbness of the fingers TW3 – Zhongzhu - Headache, dizziness, redness of the eyes, tinnitus, deafness, sore throat, pain in the shoulder, back, elbow and arm, fingers unable to extend TW4 - Yangchi - Tinnitus, deafness, sore throat, pain of wrist joints

TW5 - Waiguan - Migraine, facial paralysis, tinnitus, deafness, common cold TW6 - Zhigou - Sudden loss of voice, tinnitus, deafness, aching pain in shoulder and back, constipation TW7 - Huizong - Deafness and pain in upper limbs TW8 - Sanyangluo - Deafness, toothache, sore throat, sudden loss of voice and pain in upper limbs

TW9 – Sidu - Migraine, deafness

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TW10 – Tianjing - Migraine, deafness, spasmodic pain in elbow and arm, epilepsy TW11 – Qinglengyuan - Headache, yellowness of the eyes, pain of the upper extremities TW12 – Xiaolou - Headache, neck rigidity, pain of the shoulder and back TW13 – Naohui - Spasms and pain of the shoulder and arm TW14 – Jianliao - Pain and limitation of the shoulder and arm

TW15 – Tianliao - Pain of the shoulder and arm, acute neck rigidity

TW16 – Tianyou - Headache, neck rigidity, e ye pain, deafness TW17 - Yifeng - Facial paralysis, tinnitus, deafness, toothache, hiccup TW18 – Chimai - Infantile convulsions, headache, tinnitus, deafness TW19 – Luxi - Headache, tinnitus, deafness TW20 – Jiaosun - Migraine, mumps, neck rigidity,

tinnitus, deafness, cataract, toothache TW21 – Ermen - Tinnitus, deafness, toothache and swelling of cheeks TW22 – Erheliao - Headache, tinnitus TW23 – Sizhukong - Headache, dizziness, redness and swelling and pain of the eye, twitching of the eyelid, toothache, epilepsy

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The Gallbladder Meridian Courage and Initiative The Gallbladder Meridian is a yang meridian and is paired with the yin Liver Meridian.

This Meridian's Qi (energy flow) is responsible, among other, for decision making and good judgments, as well as providing courage and initiative.

This meridian begins just outside the outer corner of the eye, turns down towards the ear and then up to the forehead just within the hair line, then descends behind the ear to the corner of the skull. It then returns to the forehead above the center of the eye and moves down the head to the bottom of the skull. It continues down the neck to the shoulder, descends the side of the body along the ribs, to the waist and pelvic. It continues down the outside of the leg, to the ankle, ending on the outside of the 4th toe. Element: Wood Physical Imbalances: insomnia - waking up suddenly, very early in the morning and not being able to fall asleep again, tendons, tears, nails, eye diseases, glaucoma, and night blindness, stiff neck, ringing in the ears, dizziness Emotional Imbalances: timidity, indecision, easily discouraged... and resentment. When Balanced: courage and initiative, decision making and good judgment, sound sleep, healthy expression and processes of creativity, planning, brainstorming and analysis Peak Hours: 11pm - 1am Foods: 'Woody foods' - leafy greens and grains

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Gallbladder Meridian Acu-Points GB1 – Tongziliao - Tinnitus, deafness, headache, redness swelling and pain of the eye, glaucoma, facial distortion GB2 – Tinghui - Tinnitus, deafness GB3 – Shangguan and GB4 – Hanyan - Migraine, tinnitus, deafness, facial distortion, lockjaw, toothache GB5 – Xuanlu - and GB6 - Xuanli -Migraine, redness, swelling and pain of the eye, sudden loss of voice GB7 - Qubin - Headache, toothache, lockjaw, sudden loss of voice GB8 - Shuaigu - Migraine, vertigo, vomiting GB9 – Tianchong, GB10 - Fubai, and GB11 – Touqiaoyin - Headache, deafness, tinnitus GB12 - Wangu - Headache, stiffness and pain of the neck, toothache, ear problems, facial distortion, epilepsy, malaria GB13 – Benshen - Headache, dizziness GB14 - Yangbai - Pain of the eyes, blurred vision, twitching of the eye lids, facial distortion, headache and facial pain GB15 - Toulinqi - Headache, vertigo, redness, swelling and pain in the eyes, nasal obstruction, tinnitus, deafness GB16 – Muchuang - Blurring of vision, glaucoma, redness, swelling and pain of the eye, headache, nasal congestion, swelling of facial region GB17 - Zhengying and GB18 – Chengling – Headache, dizziness, acute stiffness of the lips, toothache GB19 – Naokong – Headache, dizziness, rigidity and pain of the neck, psychosis, epilepsy GB20 - Fengchi Commonstiffness cold, nasal redness, swelling and pain of the eye, vertigo, tinnitus, deafness,- epilepsy, andcongestion, pain in the headache, neck

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GB21 - Jianjing - Stiffness and pain of neck, shoulder and back, paralysis of upper limbs, breast abscess

GB22 – Zhejin and GB23 – Zhejin – Chest congestion, pain in the hypochondrium GB24 – Riyue - Jaundice, vomiting, acid regurgitating GB25 – Jingmeng - Urinary retention or pain and difficulty with passing urine, kidney problems, edema, lumbar pain, abdominal distension, diarrhea GB26 – Daimai - Abdominal pain, amenorrhea, irregular menstruation, hernia, pain in the lumbar

GB24 – Riyue - Jaundice, vomiting, acid regurgitating

GB27 – Wushu and GB28 – Weidao - Abdominal pain, hernia, constipation GB29 – Juliao - Lumbar pain, weakness, numbness and pain of the lower extremities

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GB30 - Huantiao - Pain in the loins, obstruction of lower limbs

GB31 - Fengshi - Lumbar pain, weakness, numbness and pain of the lower extremities GB32 - Lumbar pain, weakness, numbness and pain of the lower extremities GB33 – Xiyangguan - Coldness and pain of the knees and numbness of shanks

GB34 Yanglingquan – jaundice, vomiting, Hypochondriac bitterand taste in the mouth, weakness, pain, numbness pain of the lower extremities, stiffness of neck GB35 - Yangjiao - Distention and fullness of the chest and hypochondria, weakness, numbness and pain of the lower extremities, depressive psychosis GB36 - Waiqiu - Distention and fullness of the chest and hypochondria, weakness, numbness and pain of the lower extremities, depressive psychosis GB37 – Guangming - Eye pain, night blindness, blurring of vision, weakness, numbness and pain of the lower extremities, distending pain in the breast GB38 – Yangfu - Migraine, distending pain in the chest, numbness and pain of the lower extremities, sore throat GB39 - Xuanzhong - Stiffness of the neck, distending pain in the chest, sore throat, numbness and pain of the lower extremities

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GB40 – Qiuxu - Distention and pain in the chest, weakness, numbness and pain of the lower extremities, redness, swelling and pain of eyes, cataract, malaria GB41 – Zulinqi - Migraine, redness and pain of the eye, pain in the hypochondrium, spasm, pain and numbness of the foot and toes, irregular menstruation, breast abscess GB42 – Diwuhui - Headache, eye pain, tinnitus, deafness GB43 – Xiaxi - Headache, dizziness, redness, swelling and pain of the eye, tinnitus, deafness, breast abscess GB44 – Zuqiaoyin - Migraine, redness, swelling and pain of the eyes, pain in the hypochondria, tinnitus, deafness, insomnia, cough

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The Liver Meridian Replenishment of the Blood for Growth and Renewal The Liver Meridian is a yin meridian and is paired with the yang Gallbladder Meridian.

It is responsible for filtering, detoxifying, nourishing, replenishing, and storing blood. It regulates the amount of blood circulating, withdrawing and storing it when resting or sleeping, and releasing it during exercise.

The Liver Meridian starts inside of the big toenail, crosses the top of the foot, passes in front of the inside ankle and up the inner aspect of the leg. It continues upwards, passes the knee, and continues along the inner thigh to the groin and pubic region, where it circulates the external genitals. It connects with the conception vessel in the lower abdomen and further up enters both the liver and gallbladder. The meridian, then dips into the rib cage, runs up through the throat, opening to the eye, and ends at the crown of the head where it connects with the governing vessel. One meridian branch circles the mouth and another branch, from within the liver, reaches the lungs, which then restarts the cycle of Qi (Chi). Element: Wood Physical Imbalances: Liver function is reflected externally in the condition of finger- and toenails and by the eyes and vision. Blurry vision is often a result of liver malfunction rather than an eye problem.

Emotional Imbalances : The liver governs growth andofdevelopment, driveand andanger desires, and creativity. Obstruction of liver energy can cause intense feelings frustration, rage, ... asambitions well as irritability, resentment, jealousy and depression. When Balanced: Kindness, compassion, and generosity. Peak Hours: 1am-3am Foods: Leafy Greens... try a liver detox... or/and a detox diet.

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Liver Meridian Acu-Points LR1 - Dadun - Headache, coma, hernia, epilepsy, contraction of the genitalia, unsmooth urination, irregular menstruation LR2 - Xingjian - Headache, vertigo, travel sickness, swelling and pain of the eye, glaucoma, insomnia, painful urination, facial paralysis, hypochondriac pain, bitter taste in the mouth, jaundice, swelling and pain in the dorsum of the foot and numbness of toes LR3 - Taichong - Headache, vertigo, redness and swelling pain of eyes, glaucoma, nearsightedness, facial paralysis, epilepsy, vomiting, hiccups, stomach ache LR4 - Zhongfeng - Hernia, dysuria, abdominal pain, jaundice

LR5 - Ligou - Irregular menstruation, prolapse of the uterus, hernia, lower abdominal pain LR6 - Zhongdu - Hypochondriac pain, abdominal pain and distension, diarrhea, hernia LR7 - Xiguan - Swelling and pain of the knee, obstruction syndromes of lower limbs

LR8 - Ququan - Irregular menstruation, unsmooth urination, swelling and pain in the knee LR9 – Yinbao - Lower abdominal pain

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LR10 – Zuwuli - Lower abdominal pain LR11 – Yinlian - Irregular menstruation

LR12 – Jimai - Hernia, abdominal pain, pain in the

external genitalia

LR13 - Zhangmen - Abdominal pain, distention and mass, diarrhea, vomiting, pain in the loins and spine LR14 - Qimen - Hypochondriac pain, bitter taste in

the mouth, vomiting, hiccups

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The Lung Meridian Controls Breath and Energy The Lung Meridian is a yin meridian and controls breath and energy. It is paired with the yang Large Intestine Meridian. Together with the Heart Meridian it assists with circulation of the blood. Breathing directly affects the autonomous nervous system. This is the reason, breathing exercised are the basis for meditation and Chi exercises (Tai Chi, Chi Gong, Yoga...) Breathing forms a bridge between body and mind. This meridian begins deep in the solar plexus region (middle burner) and descends to meet the large intestine meridian. Winding up past the stomach, it crosses the diaphragm, divides, and enters the lungs. It then re-unites, passes up the middle of the windpipe to the throat and divides again, surfacing in the hollow region near the front of the shoulder (LU-1). From here it passes over the shoulder and down the front of the arm along the outer border of the biceps muscle. It continues down the forearm to the wrist just above the base of the thumb, and finishes at the corner of the thumbnail.

Element: Metal Physical Imbalances: Disorders of the chest, lung, throat and nose Emotional Imbalances: The Lungs are responsible for establishing the foundation of Qi for the entire body. When Balanced: Righteousness, dignity, integrity and high self-esteem Peak Hours: 3 am - 5 am Food: Air!

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Lung Meridian Acu-Points LU1 - Zhongfu - Cough, asthma, distending fullness of lung, suppression in the chest, pain in chest, shoulder and back

LU2 - Yunmen - Cough, asthma, pain in chest, shoulder and back

LU3 - Tianfu - Dyspnea, epistaxis, pain in the medial portion of t he upper arm. LU4 - Xiabai - Cough, irritable and distending sensation in the chest, pain in the medial portion or the upper arm. LU5 - Chize - Cough, dyspnea, afternoon fever, sore throat, dryness of the tongue, fullness in the chest, pain of the elbow and arm, vomiting

LU6 - Kongzui - Cough, dyspnea, sore throat, aphonia (loss of voice), headache LU7 - Lieque - Cough, asthma, migraine, stiff neck, sore throat, toothache, distorted face, feverish urination, feverish sensation in the palms LU8 - Jinqu - Cough, asthma, sore throat, pain in the chest, back and wrist LU9 - Taiyuan - Cough, asthma, sore throat, pain in the chest and back, feverish sensation in the palms, weakness and pain of the wrist LU10 - Yuji - Cough, aphonia (loss of voice), sore throat, feverish sensation in the palms LU11 - Shaoshang - Cough, asthma, sore throat, abdominal fullness, mania

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The Large Intestine Meridian Minister of transportation The Large Intestine Meridian is a yang meridian and paired with the yin Lung Meridian.

It controls the transformation of digestive wastes from liquid to solid state and transports the solids outwards for excretion through the rectum. It plays a major role in the balance and purity of bodily fluids and assists the lungs in controlling the skin's pores and perspiration. This meridian begins by the outside corner of the index fingernail. It runs along the edge of the finger, between the two tendons of the thumb at the wrist joint and along the outer edge of the arm to the elbow. It continues to the outside of the shoulder muscle, then crosses the shoulder blade and travels upward over the muscle at the side of the neck to the cheek, passing through the lower gums, then over the top lip. The large intestine meridian ends beside the nostril.

Element: Metal Physical Imbalances: Paired with the lungs, the large intestine depends on the lungs for movement via the expansion and contraction of the diaphragm, which works like a pump to give impetus to peristalsis by regulating abdominal pressure. Sluggish bowels may be stimulated by deep diaphragm breathing and by strengthening lung energy.

Congested lungs and clogged bronchial passages may be cleared by purging the bowels. Symptoms of abdominal pain, intestinal cramping, diarrhea, constipation and dysentery as well as disorders of the mouth, teeth, nose and throat. Emotional Imbalances: The Large Intestine meridian is affected by the emotions of sadness, grief, and worry. An imbalance in the Large Intestine can result in physical weakness and provoke emotional introversion, accompanied by feelings of depression, irritability, discouragement, distress and apathy and low self-esteem. Peak Hours: 5am-7am

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Large Intestine Acu-Points LI1 - Shangyang - Apoplexy, coma, toothache, deafness, numbness of the fingers, high fever

LI2 - Erjian - Toothache, facial paralysis, dry mouth, sore throat, numbness of the fingers LI3 - Sanjian - Toothache, epistaxis, sore throat, swelling and pain of the dorsum of the hand, numbness of the fingers, somnolence LI4 - Hegu - Redness, swelling and pain of the eyes, facial paralysis, toothache, swelling and pain of the throat, abdominal pain, diarrhea, constipation, dysentery, common cold, cough, sweating LI5 - Yangxi - Headache, toothache, tinnitus, deafness, mania, epilepsy, pain in the wrist

LI6 - Pianli - Tinnitus, deafness, toothache, facial paralysis, pain in forearm LI7 - Wenliu - Headache, sore throat, abdominal pain and aching pain in shoulder and arm LI8 – Xia Lian – Pain in the arm and elbow, headache, indigestion, diarrhea LI9 - Shang Lian - Pain in the arm, indigestion, nausea, constipation LI10 - Shousanli - Toothache, swelling of cheeks, abdominal pain, diarrhea, numbness of the upper limbs LI11 - Quchi - Toothache, redness, swelling and pain of the eyes, sore throat, abdominal pain, diarrhea, hypertension

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LI12 - Zhouliao - Pain in elbow and arm, numbness of upper limbs LI13 - Shouwuli - Pain in elbow and arm, somnolence LI14 - Binao - Pain in shoulder and arm, stiff neck, shortsightedness, night blindness LI15 - Jianyu - Pain in shoulder and arm, scrofula (tuberculous infection of the lymph nodes in the neck)

LI17 - Tianding - Sore throat, loss of voice, sensation of something "stuck" in the throat LI18 - Futu - Cough, asthma, sore throat, scrofula, goiter

LI19 - Kouheliao - Toothache, facial paralysis, nose bleeds, nasal polyps LI20 - Yingxiang - Nasal obstruction, loss of smell or taste, nasal discharge, nasal polyps, rhinitis, sinusitis, allergies.

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The Governing Vessel Sea of Yang ”The Conception vessel and the Governing vessel are like midnight and midday, they are the polar axis of the body ... there is one source and two branches, one goes to the front and the other to the back of the body ... When we try to divide these, we see that yin and yang are inseparable. When we try to see them as one, we see that it is an indivisible whole.” Li Shi-Zhen

The Governing and Conception Vessels are two branches of the same source, and inseparable Yin-and-Yang, front-and-back duality, forming a whole. These vessels connect the uterus with the kidneys, heart, and brain. Regulating the Governing and Conception Vessels is a priority in Medical Qigong practice. Along these vessels, the Yang Fire and Yin Essence flow up and down the body, fusing the Water and Fire energies together (Five Elements Healing). This fusion facilitates a Yin and Yang balance throughout the body. The Governing Vessel is yang in nature and starts from the uterus, runs down to the central region of the pelvis around the genitals and into the external orifice of the urethra in women and around the penis in men. It passes by the anus, moves upward from inside the coccyx and sacrum and enters the brain. The external portion runs to the lower end of the nose bridge and ends at the gum. Governing Vessel Meridian Branches:

* The first branch runs side by side with the kidney meridian, enters the spine from the coccyx and sacrum region and links with the kidney. * The second branch runs side by side with the bladder meridian, ascends from the corner of the eye, reaches the vertex (upper most part of the head) and links with the brain. Then it runs downward the neck beside the spine. * The third branch arises directly from the uterus and through the umbilicus, then passes through the heart, enters the throat, comes to the mandible, runs around the lips and ends below the eyes.

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Governing Vessel Acu-Points

GV1 - Changqiang - Constipation, haemorrhoids, prolapse of rectum, depressive or manic psychosis, epilepsy, rigid and arched back, pain in the coccyx and sacrum area GV2 - Yaoshu - Stiffness and pain in the loins and spine, irr egular menstruation, haemorrhoids, epilepsy GV3 - Yaoyangguan - Pain in the loins and sacral region, ir regular menstruation, impotence GV4 - Mingmen - Stiffness and pain in the loins and sp ine, irregular menstruation, morning diarrhea, impotence. GV5 - Xuanshu - Local point for low back pain, diarrhea, indigestion, poor assimilation (undigested food in stools), panic attacks, abdominal pain, indigestion, hernias GV6 - Jizhong - Haemorrhoids, prolapse of the rectum, stiffness and pain in the loins and spine, epilepsy, diarrhea, jaundice GV7 - Zhongshu - Local point for back pain. Epigastric pain, abdominal pain and/or bloa ting, poor appetite,

amenorrhea GV8 - Jinsuo - Stiffness of spine, depression, epilepsy, stomachache, jaundice GV9 - Zhiyang - Distending pain in the chest and hypochondria, jaundice, cough, stiffness of the spine and back GV10 - Lingtai - Cough, asthma, stiffness of spine and back. GV11 - Shendao - Angina pectoris, palpitations, amnesia, insomnia, cough, asthma, stiffness of spine and back GV12 - Shenzhu - Cough, asthma, epilepsy, pain and stiffness in the spine and back GV13 - Taodao - Headache, stiff neck, stiffness of the spine, aversion to cold, fever, cough, asthma, epilepsy and malaria GV14 - Dazhui - Headache, stiffness of neck, cough, asthma, night sweating, epilepsy, febrile disease and malaria. 48 | Page


GV15 - Yamen - Sudden loss of voice, headache, stiff neck depressive psychosis, epilepsy GV16 - Fengfu - Epilepsy, stiff neck, headache, dizziness, sore throat and loss of voice GV17 - Naohu - Headache, dizziness, loss of voice, stiff neck, manic and depressive psychosis GV18 - Qiangjian - Headache, vertigo, facial distortion, stiff neck, epilepsy and insomnia GV19 - Houding - Headache, vertigo, stiffness and pain in neck, manic and depressive psychosis, epilepsy and insomnia GV20 - Baihui - Headache, vertigo, wind stroke, insomnia, and prolonged diarrhea

GV21 - Qianding - Headache, vertigo, sinusitis, redness, swelling and pain of eyes, epilepsy GV22 - Xinhui - Headache, vertigo, sinusitis, nasal polyp, redness, swelli ng and pain of eyes, epilepsy GV23 - Shangxing - Nasal obstruction, sinusitis, headache, vertigo, pain of eyes, epilepsy and malaria GV24 - Shenting - Headache, vertigo, sinusitis, cataract, insomnia GV25 - Suliao - Sinusitis, nasal polyp, running nose, unconsciousness, convulsion and suffocation GV26 - Shuigou - Unconsciousness, depressive and manic psychosis, epilepsy, in fantile convulsion, facial distortion, toothache, lockjaw, nasal obstruction, stiff neck GV27 - Dui Duan - Problems of the mouth and sinuses - tongue ulcers, bad breath (halitosis), pain and/or swelling of the gums, nosebleed, nasal congestion, manic depression, epilepsy GV28 - Yinjiao - Swelling and pain of the gums, oral sore, psychosis

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Conception Vessel Meridian Sea of Yang

The Conception vessel, or meridian, plays a major role in Qi circulation , monitoring and directing all of the Yin channels. It forms a circular entity with the Governing Vessel. In Qigong, the Conception and the Governing Vessels are considered the most important among the Qi channels and vessels, and must be trained first. Whereas the Governing vessel runs from the tailbone upwards along the mid-line of the to the head, this back vesselthrough runs upthe thevertebrae anterior (front) of the body, from the pubic area to the mouth.

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Conception Vessel Acu-Points CV1 - Huiyin - This Acu-point has particular and special qualities, but because of its location it is not much used. Other points share some of its qualities, such as CV2. CV2 - Qugu - Irregular menstruation, unsmooth urination, seminal emission, impotence. CV3 - Zhongji - Irregular menstruation, unsmooth urination, seminal emission, impotence, prolapse of the uterus. CV4 - Guanyuan - Diarrhea, irregular menstruation, sterility, frequent urination, anuria, seminal emission, impotence, hernia. CV5 - Shimen - Abdominal pain, edema, unsmooth urination, diarrhea, hernia. CV6 - Qihai - Abdominal pain, edema, unsmooth urination, diarrhea, constipation, hernia. Powerful revitalizing and reinvigorating point. CV7 - Yinjiao - Lower back pain, knee pain, constipation, irregular menstruation, menstrual cramps, infertility. CV8 - Shenque - Abdominal pain, diarrhea, prolapse of rectum, edema and prostration. CV9 - Shuifen - Abdominal pain, regurgitation, vomiting, diarrhea, anuria and edema. CV10 - Xiawan - Abdominal pain and distension, dyspepsia, vomiting, diarrhea and abdominal mass.

CV11 - Jianli - Stomach-ache, abdominal distension, vomiting, poor appetite and oedema. CV12 - Zhongwan - Stomach-ache, abdominal distension, vomiting, hiccup, acid regurgitation, jaundice, diarrhea, oedema, anorexia, dyspepsia, depressive and manic psychosis, postpartum syndrome, insomnia and

asthma. CV13 - Shangwan - Stomach-ache, abdominal distension, vomiting and epilepsy. CV14 - Juque - Angina pectoris, palpitation, amnesia, vomiting, acid regurgitation, hiccup, jaundice, depressive and manic psychosis and epilepsy. CV15 - Juiwei - Angina pectoris, palpitation, vomiting, cough, asthma, chest pain, abdominal distension, diarrhea, hiccup, jaundice, depressive and manic psychosis and epilepsy.

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CV16 - Zhong Ting - Chest and intercostal distention and pain, hiccups, nausea, anorexia and difficulty ingesting. CV17 - Tanzhong - Cough, asthma, chest pain, angina pectoris, palpitations, insomnia, insufficiency of lactation, vomiting. CV18 - Yutang - Cough, asthma, chest pain and vomiting. CV19 - Zi Gong - chest issues - pain, cough, asthma, vomiting and difficulty ingesting. CV20 - Hui Gai - chest issues - pain, asthma, wheezing, cough and difficulty ingesting CV21 - Xuanji - Cough, asthma, chest pain and sore throat. CV22 - Tiantu - Cough, asthma, chest pain, sore throat, sudden loss of voice, goiter, obstructive sensation in throat. CV23 - Lianquan - Sublingual swelling and pain, sluggish movement of tongue, drooling, sudden loss of voice and difficulty swallowing. CV24 - Chengjiang - Facial distortion, swelling and pain of gums, drooling and epilepsy.

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The Meridian Clock Meridian Flow Wheel or Horary Clock Each Meridian is related to an Element: Earth, Metal, Fire, Wood or Water. Understanding the five meridian elements, gives us tools for treating imbalances arising from a lack or a surplus of energy in certain channels...

The meridian clock is a very efficient tool for diagnosis of energy imbalances... and finding the right treatment.

Each Meridian is most active at certain times of the day/night The Meridian Clock - or Horary Clock is helpful in pinpointing deficient or over-active meridian function. Studying the meridian pathways and Acupressure points for transmitting Qi healing energy is key to transformational energy work

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Each of the 12 meridians flow in an up- or down-wards direction - one flows into another. Keeping these lines/channels open is essential for good health. The energy of each organ meridian is strongest during 2 hours in specific cycles, completing a 24 hour cycle every day. 6 meridians are 'Yin' in quality and move upwards and 6 are 'Yang' and move downwards.

Each meridian comes into highest action at a certain time of day... this is when its paired meridian is lowest. 12 hours later, this meridian is highest while the paired meridian is low. Each meridian is influenced by elements and season - there are Five Elements - Water, Wood, Fire, Earth and Metal. You can become familiar with your body cycles by noticing the changes in the way you feel at different times of the day/night. The meridian clock graphic is helpful for quick reference. System check... Do you get tired at a particular times of day? Are you prone, at certain times of the day, to headaches? Are you irritable? When? Grumpy? Energetic? Sharp? The energy cycle is fairly similar in all of us... we just have to pay attention to it. We can optimize these cycles by focusing on the meridians – energizing specific acu-points – and bring balance in the energy flow.

In the Chinese system the five elements are not static forms - the more accurate translation would be: 'The Five Walks' or 'The Five Moves'.

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The Meridian times - General Overview ↓ Stomach Meridian (yang) 7am - 9am Stomach problems, abdominal pain, distension, edema, vomiting, sore throat, facial paralysis, upper gum toothache, nose bleeding, pain along the meridian ↑ Spleen Meridian (yin) 9am - 11am Problems of the spleen and pancreas, abdominal distension, jaundice, general weakness and sluggishness, tongue problems, vomiting, pain and swellings along the course of the meridian ↑ Heart Meridian (yin) 11am - 1pm (13:00) Heart problems, dryness of the throat, jaundice, pain along the course of the meridian ↓ Small Intestine Meridian (yang) 1pm - 3pm (15:00) Pain in the lower abdomen, sore throat, swelling or paralysis of face, deafness, pain along the meridian ↓ Bladder Meridian (yang) 3pm - 5pm (17:00) Bladder problems, headache, eye diseases, neck and back problems, pain along the back of the leg ↑ Kidney Meridian (yin) 5pm - 7pm (19:00) Kidney problems, lung problems, dry tongue, lumbago, oedema, constipation, diarrhea, pain and weakness along the course of the meridian ↑ Pericardium Meridian (yin) 7pm - 9pm (21:00)

Poor circulation, angina, palpitation, diseases of the sexual glands and organs, irritability, pain along the course of the meridian ↓ Triple Warmer Meridian - Gland Meridian (yang) 9pm - 11p m (23:00) Diseases of the thyroid and adrenal glands, ear problems, sore throat, abdominal distension, edema, swelling of cheek, pain along the meridian ↓ Gallbladder Meridian (yang) 11pm - 1am Gall bladder problems, ear diseases, migraine, hip problems, dizziness, pain along the meridian ↑ Liver Meridian (yin) 1am - 3am Liver problems, lumbago, vomiting, hernia, urination problems, pain in the lower abdomen and along the course of the meridian ↑ Lung Meridian (yin) 3am - 5am Respiratory diseases, sore throat, cough, common cold, pain in the shoulder and along the meridian ↓ Large Intestine Meridian (yang) 5am - 7am Abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, sore throat, toothache in the lower gum, nasal discharge and bleeding,

pain along the course of the meridian

Governing Vessel Spinal problems, mental disorders, fever, nose problems, headaches

Conception Vessel Diseases of the urogenital system, hernia, cough, breathing difficulties, breast problems

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Five Elements Healing Five Elements Healing and the Seasons of the Year To everything there is a season, and to every season there is a rhythm... In the Chinese system the five elements are not static forms - the more accurate translation would be: 'The Five Walks' or 'The Five Moves'.

Every person is characterized by one of these elements or seasons (or a combination of them). In our life cycle we travel through different phases - corresponding to different elements. Each season with its own rhythm. While all five elements are present in every person, one or a blend of two or three elements are dominant and form the personal rhythm. This tells us a great deal about that individual's health challenges, personality and spiritual journey. Each element has certain strengths and certain vulnerabilities. When one element is excessively strong or weak, physical, emotional, and spiritual imbalances may occur.

Water corresponds with winter Wood with spring Fire with summer Earth with the time of the Solstice or Equinox Metal with autumn

The Water Element The Rhythm of Winter embodies the seed, the embryo, and the potential.

Strong Water/Winter people embody a fresh spirit with childlike enthusiasm. Their energies may be limited, since their season has little sun, but they know how to retreat into themselves and regenerate. They reflect deeply and talk slowly. Their walk is unhurried and rolling like water. Courage is their foundation... which, under stress, may turn into fear. Meridians:

Kidney and Bladder Meridians

The Wood Element The Rhythm of Spring - New Growth

Spring's rhythm embodies the power and insistence of new life.

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Wood Element people are strong and claim their space. Their vision of truth and justice inspire others. They are sure of themselves with good judgement and wise decisions. The spring person is at risk of becoming arrogant, inflexible and opinionated. Wood Element people talk loudly, in choppy rhythm. Their walk also is choppy, hitting the ground with clear, concise movements. When under stress the Spring person's assertiveness may turn into anger. Meridians: Gallbladder and Liver Meridians

The Fire Element The Rhythm of Summer - Fulfilment

The energy of a Fire Element person is like wildfire, spreading in every direction with a rapid, random and wild rhythm. Summer people act from their heart. They are warm, empathic, and joyful to exuberant characters. They are charismatic people with the ability to pull their surrounding out of self-imposed limitations and spread confidence. They talk with laughter and skip in their walk. They often talk with their hands, arms or even entire bodies. When Fire Element people are stressed, their joy and passion may turn into panic and hysteria. Meridians:

Heart and Small Intestine Meridians Triple Warmer and Pericardium Meridians

The Earth Element The Rhythm of the Equinox - Late Summer - Harvest

Centred and in transition - in perfect balance... Earth Element people know about holding steady, symbol for justice, fairness, stability and being properly anchored. Earth is the element of harvest time, abundance, nourishment, fertility, and the mother-child relationship. Earth Element people's motion is patient, reliable, logical, governed by service and duty to others, militaristic, stubborn, and very energetic in a steady, patient kind of way. Meridians: Stomach and Spleen Meridians

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The Metal Element The Metal Element is also known as the Air Element.

It is the force of gravity, the minerals within the earth, the patterns of the heavenly bodies and the powers of electrical conductivity and magnetism. Metal has structure, but it can also accept a new form when molten. Metal Element people seem to be stretched between heaven and earth. The energies are serene, barren, yet dignified. Autumn embodies completion and the dying of the old making way for the new. Autumn people have an urge for perfection and high achievements. What is perceived as impure - ideas, behaviour, systems, is eliminated. Metal Element people understand the world's grief - out of this sadness they are able to bring forth kindness, honesty and integrity. Autumn people may become overly serious or even sink into depression, shunning fun and lacking pleasure. The talk of an autumn person has a weeping sound. Their walk is gliding, upright and tall with their head held high gazing forward. Meridians:

Lung and Large Intestine Meridians

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The Principles of Yin and Yang And the Qi (Chi) – Life Energy Qi can be perceived in two states: Yin and Yang (yin yang):

* Yin - that of dispersion – being formless * Yang - that of condensation – having form

Qi is dynamic - Formless Qi can transform into objects with form, and Qi of objects with form can revert to formlessness.

The 'opposite’s principle' can be applied throughout our daily lives, on every level. In the natural world everything contains these two opposite components. They not only oppose each other, but also contain each other – one cannot exist without the other – coexisting and interdependent – complementing each other. In traditional Chinese medicine all symptomatic diagnoses are based on the philosophy of this principle, the two forces that control the running of the universe.

The Yin represents the feminine side of nature, encompassing darkness, tranquillity, expansion, depth, cold and wetness. The moon and water are Yin elements.

The Yang represents the masculine principle, encompassing light, activity, height, contraction, heat and dryness. The heaven, the sun and fire are Yang elements. Yin is the force that causes things to expand and rise, Yang causes things to contract and descend. Chinese medical treatments attempt to reach balance in a patient's body – in order to promote health.

All diseases are due to an imbalance of Qi - Life Energy.

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Yin–Yang Classification Yang

– Exterior, head, upper part, back, lateral side of limbs, skin, muscle, upper orifices, and Yang

meridians

Yin

– Interior, feet, lower part, medial side of limbs, tendons, bones, lower orifices, Yin meridians, essence, blood and body fluids.

Practical applications: In the spirit of restoring proper balance, some rules of treatment have been established:

“If cold - warm it”; “If hot cool it”; “If deficient augment it”; “If excessive, smaller or eliminate it.” Also:

“In Yang diseases treat Yin” “In Yin diseases treat Yang.”

These rules share the goal of restoring balance to Yin and Yang Practice determining the Yin and Yang attributes – in everything you do, see and experience.

'The way of health and happiness should be open to everyone; it should be practical. Any theory, be it scientific, religious or philosophi cal, is useless if it is too difficult to understand or impractical for daily living.' ~ George Ohsawa

Best wishes,

Chana Jerusalem Autumn 2016

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The Body Meridians

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