How to learn Chinese medicine is introduced as follows:

1. Reading related books: It is a good starting point to start reading professional books related to traditional Chinese medicine. Choose some introductory books that introduce the basic theory of TCM, meridian identification and pharmacology, and gradually understand the core concepts and basic knowledge of TCM.

2. Online courses or video tutorials: There are many online platforms that provide courses and video tutorials related to Chinese medicine. You can choose some prestigious professional courses to systematically study the theory and practice of traditional Chinese medicine.

3. Attend Chinese medicine classes or seminars: Some communities or medical institutions may provide Chinese medicine classes or seminars. Participate in these training activities, you can interact with other learners and get the guidance and teaching of professional Chinese medicine.

4. Looking for classic literature: Learning classic literature of TCM is the key to a deeper understanding of TCM. Classic documents such as Huangdi Neijing, Shennong Herbal Classic and Treatise on Febrile Diseases are important foundations of traditional Chinese medicine. You can choose to see an interpreter or find a professional to interpret these documents.

5. Join the Chinese medicine learning community: participate in the Chinese medicine learning community or forum and share and communicate with other Chinese medicine lovers, students or professionals. These communities can provide learning resources, discussion and answering platforms to help you expand your knowledge and realize more topics related to Chinese medicine.

6. Practical observation and experience: In addition to theoretical study, try to consult experienced Chinese medicine practitioners, observe their actual operation, and personally experience some basic methods and skills of Chinese medicine, such as Chinese herbal medicine preparation and meridian massage.

Please note that self-study of Chinese medicine should be cautious and critical. Traditional Chinese medicine is a complex knowledge, which needs years of study and practice to master. So self-study is only the initial stage. If you are interested in further study and practice, it is best to seek the guidance of professional Chinese medicine learning institutions or masters.

Brief introduction of traditional Chinese medicine

As a part of traditional medicine in China, it has a long history and a unique theoretical system. It aims at maintaining the overall health and balance of the human body, emphasizes the prevention and treatment of diseases, and pays attention to the relationship between the overall state of individuals and the environment. The theoretical basis of traditional Chinese medicine includes yin-yang theory, five elements theory, meridian theory and viscera theory.

Among them, the theory of Yin and Yang holds that all phenomena and processes in the universe and human body can be attributed to the interaction and balance of Yin and Yang; The theory of five elements describes five basic energies of all things in the universe and their relationships. According to the meridian theory, there is a specific meridian system in the human body, through which qi, blood and information can be transported; Zang-fu theory points out that the human body has five internal organs (heart, liver, spleen, lung and kidney) and six internal organs (gallbladder, stomach, large intestine, small intestine, bladder and triple energizer), and each internal organ has its unique function and relationship.

Chinese medicine has various treatments, including Chinese herbal medicine, acupuncture, cupping, massage and qigong. Chinese herbal medicine is an important part of traditional Chinese medicine, and different Chinese herbal medicines are used to treat and regulate diseases. Acupuncture is to insert fine needles into specific acupoints, regulate qi and blood circulation, and restore body balance. Cupping stimulates the reflex zone by creating a vacuum on the skin, promoting blood circulation and lymphatic detoxification.

Massage is to adjust the body state by massaging, kneading and massaging specific parts of the body surface. Qigong is to enhance the body's self-healing ability by regulating breathing and the flow of energy in the body. Traditional Chinese medicine pays attention to comprehensive syndrome differentiation and treatment, that is, comprehensive judgment is made according to the symptoms, physique, etiology and other factors of patients, and personalized treatment plans are formulated.

Although Chinese medicine has played an important role in traditional medicine and has been widely concerned and recognized worldwide, there are still some differences between Chinese medicine and modern medicine in practice. Therefore, before receiving Chinese medicine treatment, it is recommended to consult professional Chinese medicine practitioners and combine the suggestions of modern medicine to choose a treatment plan suitable for your own situation.