What is San Jiao (Triple Burner)?

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The San Jiao is not a physical organ but a functional division of the torso, governing the movement and transformation of qi and fluids. It is divided into Upper, Middle, and Lower Burners, each with distinct roles in metabolism.

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San Jiao (Triple Burner) belongs to the Zang-Fu Organs group of Traditional Chinese Medicine terminology. Browse the full TCM glossary or the related terms below.

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What is San Jiao (Triple Burner) in Traditional Chinese Medicine?

The San Jiao is not a physical organ but a functional division of the torso, governing the movement and transformation of qi and fluids. It is divided into Upper, Middle, and Lower Burners, each with distinct roles in metabolism.

What category does San Jiao (Triple Burner) belong to?

San Jiao (Triple Burner) is part of the Zang-Fu Organs group of TCM concepts.

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