What is Body Fluids?

Jīn Yè · 津液 · Vital Substances

All the normal liquid components of the body, including tears, sweat, saliva, and digestive fluids, which moisten and lubricate tissues and organs.

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Body Fluids belongs to the Vital Substances group of Traditional Chinese Medicine terminology. Browse the full TCM glossary or the related terms below.

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What is Body Fluids in Traditional Chinese Medicine?

All the normal liquid components of the body, including tears, sweat, saliva, and digestive fluids, which moisten and lubricate tissues and organs.

What category does Body Fluids belong to?

Body Fluids is part of the Vital Substances group of TCM concepts.

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