The Five Elements: What Science Has to Say About This Chinese Medicine Theory

Five element theory, also referred to as Wu Xing or the five phases, has been a part of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for centuries. (View Highlight)

The five element theory is used throughout Eastern medicine and culture. The five elements play a role in: • herbs • acupuncture • massage • movement therapy, like tai chi and qi gong • meditation • food and diet • mental and emotional health • organ systems • personality expression • sense organs • tissues • seasonsTrusted Source • the lunar calendar (View Highlight)