What is Tonify?

Bu · 补 · Treatment Principles

To strengthen and nourish the body's Qi, Blood, Yin, or Yang when there is a deficiency, aiming to restore proper function and vitality.

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Tonify belongs to the Treatment Principles group of Traditional Chinese Medicine terminology. Browse the full TCM glossary or the related terms below.

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What is Tonify in Traditional Chinese Medicine?

To strengthen and nourish the body's Qi, Blood, Yin, or Yang when there is a deficiency, aiming to restore proper function and vitality.

What category does Tonify belong to?

Tonify is part of the Treatment Principles group of TCM concepts.

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