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What Is Qi Deficiency, and How Is It Treated?

By Julie Ryan Evans — 2018

According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), a balanced qi is vital to your good physical and mental health. If yours is out of whack, it could be the reason you’re not feeling well. Read on to find out just how being qi deficient may be affecting your health and how to keep it balanced.

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