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"Yin
and Yang are mutually exclusive and together
form a whole which in balance constitutes a
state of harmony and health and when out of
balance indicates illness." |
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Traditional
Chinese Medicine views the body
in terms of Yin and Yang aspects
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Typical Yin-Yang
Qualities Applied
to Human Personality and Physiology |
| Yin |
Yang |
| Cooler body & personality |
| Moist skin & more body fluid |
| Introverted |
| Passive |
| Feminine |
| Negative |
| Serene |
| Unclear, dreamy |
| Timid |
| Fearful, insecure |
| Soft voice |
| Tardy |
| Intuitive |
| Slow |
| Complacent |
| Flaccid, weak body |
| Pale complexion |
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| Warmer body & personality |
| Dry skin & less body fluid |
| Outgoing |
| Active |
| Masculine |
| Positive |
| Focused mind |
| Hyperactive mentality |
| Aggressive |
| Angry, impatient |
| Loud voice |
| Urgent |
| Logical |
| Quick |
| Desire-filled |
| Tense, strong body |
| Red complexion |
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Paul Pitchford,
Healing with Whole Foods
Oriental Traditions and Modern Nutrition |
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Common
Yin-Yang
Food Actions |
Yin
Cooling
Salty, bitter, sour
Builds blood & fluids
Descending energy |
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Yang
Warming
Sweet, pungent
Energizing
Ascending energy |
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