Gu Qi (Food Qi)
Gu Qi is the digestive energy extracted from food and drink by the Spleen and Stomach and forms the basis for Zong Qi, Zhen Qi and Blood.
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Appears at the Yuan-Source points
Yuan Qi spreads from Ming Men through the Triple Burner and, according to TCM, emerges at the Yuan-Source points of the meridians.
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Basis of Kidney Qi
According to TCM, Yuan Qi forms the basis of Kidney Qi and through the Kidneys supports the functional energy of the other organs.
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Driving force
Yuan Qi is the dynamic driving force behind organ functions in TCM and forms a bridge between deep Jing and everyday Qi.
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Yuan Qi (Original Qi)
Yuan Qi is the Original Qi derived from Kidney Jing that activates the organs and spreads through the Triple Burner and Yuan-Source points.
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Different forms of Qi
An overview of the different forms of Qi in TCM: Jing, Yuan Qi, Gu Qi, Zong Qi, Zhen Qi, Ying Qi, Wei Qi, Zhong Qi and Blood.
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Relationships with the internal organs
The Spleen, Lung, Kidneys, Small Intestine, Bladder, Triple Burner and Stomach cooperate in the transformation, transport and excretion of Jin Ye.
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The Source
Jin Ye originate from food and drink and are transformed, distributed and excreted through the Spleen, Lung, Kidneys, Small Intestine, Bladder and Large Intestine.
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The organic body fluids
Jin Ye are all body fluids other than Blood in TCM. They moisten, lubricate, nourish and protect the tissues and organs.
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