Hair, Jing, and Blood Quality

Unlocking the Secrets of Your Hair

with Traditional Chinese Medicine

The hair on one’s head is regarded by TCM and Eastern Medicine as a sign of one’s Jing/essence and blood quality. Hair growth requires the moist and nourishing properties of blood and jing/essence. The deep wells of jing and blood are foundation to health and vitality and often replenished gradually with lifestyle and nutrition awareness.

Because hair is an extension of the inner nourishment our bodies provide; when one is experiencing dull, greying, or thinning hair; we must look at the activities from 3 months prior as this time frame is that which affects the hairs growth. Changes to hair texture, growth, and luster may change for a number of reasons. Stress, poor diet, digestive difficulties, toxin exposure, inadequate sleep, pregnancy, and childbirth are all common reasons for one’s hair to change and potentially even start to fall out. Hair loss, such as alopecia, may often be related to autoimmune conditions and the imbalance it perpetuates in the body.

Hair often represents vitality.

TCM animates the cycles of how our vitality is stored and moves in the body.

The kidneys store jing. The spleen supplies the body with building blocks of nutrition. The liver supports healthy blood production.

Balancing these are critical to healthy hair.

As hair is an outward extension of jing and blood it is important to support the health of the spleen-pancreas and kidneys. The Spleen-pancreas functions to guide overall metabolism while the kidneys house the jing of one’s being. Supporting these meridian systems and organs supports both healthy blood production and hair growth.

In the ancient wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the quality of your hair and blood can reveal valuable insights about your health and well-being. Considered vital indicators, hair and blood provide a window into the inner workings of your body, offering clues that can be decoded by skilled practitioners of Acupuncture and Eastern Medicine.

Hair, often referred to as the "external blood," holds a unique significance in TCM. Its condition, texture, color, and strength are believed to reflect the balance or imbalances within your body's internal systems. Healthy, lustrous hair is seen as a reflection of abundant Qi (vital energy) and blood flow, while dull, brittle, or thinning hair may indicate imbalances, deficiencies, or stagnation.

Similarly, your blood quality plays a fundamental role in TCM. Considered the chief substance that nourishes and sustains the body, blood carries essential nutrients, oxygen, and vitality to every cell, organ, and tissue. TCM recognizes the importance of ensuring optimal blood quality and circulation for overall health and vitality.

As practitioners of TCM, we use specialized diagnostic techniques, such as pulse and tongue examination, alongside careful observation of hair quality, to assess the state of your health. By closely examining the texture, color, and quality of your hair, we gain valuable insight into the health of your blood and other internal systems.

Through personalized treatment plans, Chinese Medicine aims to restore balance and optimize the quality of your blood and hair. Herbal medicine, acupuncture, dietary modifications, and lifestyle adjustments are employed to address imbalances, nourish deficiencies, and promote optimal blood circulation. By restoring harmony within your body, TCM seeks to enhance the vitality and growth of your hair while supporting your overall well-being.
Discover the profound connection between your hair, blood, and health with the wisdom of Chinese Medicine. Experience the art of healing that has stood the test of time and embark on a journey towards optimal well-being and vibrant hair that reflects the vitality within.