Your Body Never Lies (Michio Kushi)

A GUIDES'O THE GENTLE ART OF USING TOUCH, SIGHT, FRESSUR gO DETECT COMMON HEALTH DISORDERS

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THE COMPLETE BOOK OF ORIENTAL DIAGNOSIS

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THE COMPLETE BOOK OF ORIENTAL DIAGNOSIS

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Co ntents

Preface, v

Part One _ The Principles of Diagnosis

1. The Order of the Universe 3
2. Constitution and Condition 15 The Head and Face, 25 | The Palms, 30 The Fingers, 31 The Feet, 32 ~ The Toes and Toenails, 33 The Pads Below the Toes, 33 - The Eyes, 38 The Ears, 40 _ The Abdominal Region, 41

Part Two

The Visual Diagnosis of Specific Conditions

3. The Mouth, Lips, and Teeth 45 The Mouth and Lips, 45 The Teeth, 54.

The Gums and Mouth Cavity, 58 ‘The Tongue and Uvula, 59 4. The Eyebrows and Eyes 63 The Eyebrows, 63 The Eyes, 68 The Eyeball, Iris and White, 76 5. The Nose, Cheeks, and Ears 85 The Nose, 85 | The Cheeks, 920 The Ears; 95 6. The Forehead 101 7. The Hair 109 8 The Hands 121. The Hands, 122 —

• The Palms, 123 The Fingers, 123 The Nails, 134

9. The Feet 139 The Toes, 144 | The Soles of the Feet, 148 — fo. The Skin 141

Conclusion 163

Index, 167

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Preface

Knowing ts the beginning of freedom. —

The art of knowing is the art of = realizing freedom.

All suffering comes from ignorance:

Ignorance of what I am, ignorance of - who I am, of what we are.

The art of knowing is the opening of the secret of life,

And a path for health, happiness and — eternal life. -

This book is intended for all people, non-professionals as well as professionals in the medical, psychological and physiotherapeutic sciences. My purpose in writing this book is to present the basic principles and arts of diagnosis, which can be practiced without using any of the measures harmful to physical and mental well- being that are applied frequently in the modern medical sciences. From time to time throughout the book, the phrase “oriental diagnosis” is used, referring to the fact that the principles underlying these arts were developed and preserved in Japan, Korea, China and India among religious,.cultural and philosophical traditions for many centuries. They can be found in The Book of Changes (4 #,1 Ching), The Yellow Emperor's Classic of Internal Medicine (A, Nei Ching), The Tao Teh Ching (28484), the Karaka Sanihita, the Kojiki (332), the Nihon-- Shoki (8 # # ), and numerous other classics in these countries, and as a cosmological source of Hinduism, Buddhism, Zoroastrianism, Judaism, Confucianism, Taoism, and Shinto. These principles are the

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Law of the Universe, or we can say the order of the infinite universe, which operates perpetually throughout the dimensions of this uni- verse: producing, changing, decomposing, and demolishing all phe-

nomena, including phenomena from this earth. _

When the order of the universe was applied to the metaphysical phenomena of humankind, it developed the various religions. When it was applied to natural phenomena, it developed the sciences. Applied to human relations, it developed moral codes, ethics, and economics. When it was applied to human esthetic manifestations, it developed the cultures and arts; and when it was applied to the problems of health, it developed the various domains of the medical arts, including the art of diagnosis.

However, these applications—which as a whole created the way of life of the ancient peoples of the world, and the way of life in the Orient until a few centuries ago—have decayed and disappeared, due to the newly arisen modern ways of thought and technology, which are based mainly upon analytical, divisional and materialistic views, and which have rapidly spread and prevailed since the six- teenth century during the westernization of the world.

After experiencing the modern scientific, technological and materialistic civilization, it has become clear that the very existence of life on this planet may be endangered by the rapid degeneration of human health in the modern world, and that the life sciences, including the modern medical approach, have been inadequate to preserve human well-being from such universal decline. Not only internal treatments and external surgical applications, but also the techniques of modern diagnosis itself, are frequently harmful to

~ human health. In view of these circumstances, the renaissance of tra-

ditional wisdom based upon a more total comprehension of cosmol- ogy, including the arts of health and diagnosis, has become absolute- ly essential to recover humanity, individually and collectively.

~ When it became clear to me as a student of world peace, pursued through research in political science, that the reconstruction of humanity is the decisive factor in laying the foundations for the development of a unified world, I began to study the natural order of humanity, encouraged by several senior teachers—namely Mr. George Ohsawa, the Rev. Dr. Toyohiko Kagawa, Prof. Shigeru Nanba, and others—and discouraged by the lack in modern educational facilities of teachings on the medicine for humanity. I began to stand on the streets in New York City—on 42nd Street and Broadway

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around Times Square, and on 5th Avenue—observing thousands of — people: their body structure, their way of walking, their expression,

their faces, their behavior and their thinking. In cafeterias and restau- rants, theaters and amusement parks, trains and subways, shops and schools, every day I observed the countless variety of human mani- festations on this present earth. Week by week, month by month, and year by year as time passed, it became very apparent that all physi- cal, psychological, social and cultural manifestations of human activ- ities depend upon our environment and dietary habits. It became clear that even so-called hereditary factors are nothing but the result of the past environment within which our ancestors lived, and what they were observing as their daily diet.

I noticed that in terms of the environment, I had to include not — only the immediate natural and social conditions such as the weath- er, climate, season, city or country, but also a much wider sphere of

influence—to the infinite dimensions of the entire universe, in both time and space—in order to understand the human species. I also noticed that in terms of food, I had to include not only the daily material food and drink consumed through the mouth, but also the entire world of inorganic substances, organic biological life, the atmosphere, electro-magnetic forces, and all sorts of waves and radi-

ations coming from all directions from the unknown depths of the

universe. The understanding of these factors in relation to our daily condition, I noticed, was only possible by comprehending : the order of the universe and its applications, and not by analytical and divi-

sional methods of research.

Since that time, more than twenty-five years have passed, during which I have met hundreds of thousands of people through educa- tional activities, lectures, seminars and consultations on the way of life to recover health and realize total well-being. Encountering these people has reveated a deeper understanding of human nature, and further understanding of the art of diagnosis has continuously devei- oped this art itself. The information presented in this book is only an introduction of several major methods of diagnosis that anyone can

use. Some of them are based upon classical methods, and others are

newly developed and interpreted through my personal experience. In writing this book, I have avoided as much as possible the use of technical terminology, for the convenience of many readers. It is my sincere wish that this introductory book may help every reader understand the present conditions of health of himself, his family,

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relations, friends and whomever he may encounter, and may serve as a starting point for society to recover total health and achieve free- dom and happiness, toward the eventual realization of one peaceful

world. This book was dictated in Brookline, Massachusetts, with frequent

interruptions for European and American lecture tours, seminars, class- es, personal counselling and many other activities to promote the evo- lutional development of modern people through the understanding of the order of the universe, and the use of natural healthful food oriented with macrobiotic principles—the equivalent of the order of the universe. The assistant who typed, edited and corrected the original English ver- sion of the book is Miss Olivia Oredson of Brookline, Massachusetts, who is currently the educational director of the Kushi Institute. The

Kushi Institute is an educational organization for the study of the order

of the universe and its applications for the development of humanity, through the establishment of health by various natural ways of healing,

with the comprehension of the nature of humanity and the total destiny of mankind in all major domains.

When everyone reads everyone else, Love and compassion prevail. When everyone reads the art of nature, Health and peace prevail. Unwritten words are living everywhere, And they are coming forth from the universe. When we read them all without missing

• asingle word, — - _ We have opened the book of the secret of eternal life.

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Step i DESTINY

Whether a person is happy or not, and whether he or she will become happy or not.

Step g PERSONALITY

What kind of ideals, view of life, nature and character he or she ©

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CONSTITUTION

What kind of constitution he or she has, both physically and men- tally.

| Step 4 DISORDERS

What kinds of disorders he or she has developed and suffers at present.

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RECOMMENDATIONS

What changes are required to turn his or her disorders into health and well-being. et

Step 6 ORIENTATION

To what kind of future should he or she be oriented to realize hap- | piness.

Step 7 | INSPIRATION

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1. Che Order of

the Universe —

From ocean to continent, From desert to mountain, From flower to animal,

From space to time, Everything is governed —

By the Universal Law.

Yin and yang are everywhere; Without them, nothing exists And nothing changes.

All phenomena in this universe and upon this planet earth are manifesta- tions of the infinite law of the universe, which is the law of change, the law of manifestation. Because of these laws, everything in the world manifests out of the infinite ocean of non-existence, and demanifests into this ocean again. The laws of the universe, ina simplified modern version, can be rep- resented by seven theorems of the absolute world, and twelve principles of the relative world, although they are all manifestations of one infinity:

The Seven Universal Theorems

Everything is a differentiation of one Infinity. Everything changes.

All antagonisms are complementary.

. What has a front has a back.

2 3 4. There is nothing identical. 3 | 6. The bigger the front, the bigger the back. 7

_ What has a beginning has an end.

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The Twelve Principles of Relativity

1. One Infinity manifests itself into complementary and — antagonistic tendencies, yin and yang, in its endless change.
2. Yin and yang are manifested continuously from the eternal movement of one infinite universe. |
3. Yin represents centrifugality. Yang represents centripetality. Yin and Yang together produce energy and all phenomena.
4. Yin attracts yang. Yang attracts yin.
5. Yin repels yin. Yang repels yang.
6. Yin and yang combined in varying proportions produce different phenomena. The attraction and repulsion among phenomena is pro- portional to the difference of the yin and yang forces.
7. All phenomena are ephemeral, constantly changing their constitution of yin and yang forces; yin changes into yang, yang changes into yin.
8. Nothing is solely yin or solely yang. Everything is composed of both tendencies in varying degrees. 7
9. There is nothing neuter. Either yin or yang is in excess in every occurrence.
10. Large yin attracts small yin. Large yang attracts small yang.
11. Extreme yin produces yang, and extreme yang produces yin.
12. All physical manifestations are yang é at the center, and yin at the surface.

In order to understand the relative laws of the relative world, the fol-

lowing classifications of the antagonistic and complemental tendencies,

yin and yang, s show practical examples of these relative forces operating in the relative world. |

The classifications on the next page are only one example of similar classifications of phenomena. Universal relativity, namely yin and yang, is relative in its very nature, and there can be no absolute classification and

definition of yin and yang—antagonistic and complementary factors—in

any one chart, because of the dynamic nature of change and the complex _

constituents of every substance. Many other classifications of relative forces can be produced: for example, based upon activity and movement, or based upon vibrational and energetic character, or based upon physical and material nature.

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“= The Order of the Universe SS 5 : Examples of Yin and Yang | _ YIN V* YANG A* — — — Attribute Centrifugal Force Centripetal Force —- Tendency Expansion | _ Contraction Function Diffusion ee Fusion io Dispersion _ Assimilation : Separation | Gathering on Decomposition Organization | Movement | More inactive, slower | More active, faster

• Vibration Shorter wave and higher frequency | Longer wave and lower frequency Direction Ascent and vertical Descent and horizontal -- Position More outward and peripheral More inward and central Weight Lighter | Heavier iz Temperature © Colder - Hotter _ Light Darker Brighter T Humidity More wet More dry . Density Thinner Thicker ; r Size Larger Smaller Shape | More expansive and fragile === = More contractive and harder fT Form Longer oe Shorter | Texture softer Oe Harder : r- Atomic particle Electron Proton 7 Elements N, O, P, Ca, etc. ~_H,C, Na, As, Mg, etc. ——> Environment | Vibration ...Air ...Water Earth | Climatic Effects Tropical climate 7 Colder climate | r Biological More vegetable quality. _ More animal quality | Sex Female | Male | a Organ structure More hollow and expansive — More compacted and condensed ©
• Nerves i More peripheral, orthosympathetic More central, parasympathetic Ff Attitude, emotion More gentle, negative, defensive +—- More-active, positive, aggressive | Work More psychological and mental More physical and social -f Consciousness More universal _ More specific Mental function Dealing more with the future Dealing more with the past Tp Culture More spiritually oriented More materially oriented | Dimension Space _ Time | -_ . | | _ | __ _ __ _ _ _ , .*The symbols 'W for Yin and A for Yang have been used throughout this book for clarity and ease of use.

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APPLICATION OF THE ORDER OF THE UNIVERSE

The order of the universe and its principles described above can be directly applied to the art of diagnosis, because human beings are one of the bio- logical and spiritual manifestations on this planet in this infinite universe. The application of these theorems and principles in the art of diagnosis can be summarized in the explanation that follows:

1. All physical, mental and spiritual manifestations of human beings are man festations of the environment.

Changes in the environment, including changes in cosmic rays, radiations, _ waves and vibrations received from celestial movements and the infinite depths of the universe, and changes in the more immediate physical environment such as atmospheric conditions, weather, climate, seasons, months, and hours, all influence the changes in our physical and mental conditions.

2. The part of the environment takeit tito Hie body ceniposes Hie Internal envi

ronment, in balance with Hie external enoiroiHient,

_ All factors assimilated into our body from the environment—electromagnetic energies, vibrations, air, water, minerals, as well as plant and animal life— compose our internal condition, forming our skeletal, muscular and organ constitutions by the generation of trillions of cells, through our digestive and circulatory functions in coordination with our respiratory, excretory and nervous activities. — Oo

3. The balance between the external environment and tHe internal environment creates physical and imeital states.

Between the external environment, which expands to the infinite dimen- sions of space and time, and the internal environment, which is organically compacted and created from substances of the external environment, there ‘s constant interaction. In the event such interactivity becomes either abnormally overactive or underactive, it produces disorders in the physi- cal and mental conditions and activities. When outgoing energy is more — active than incoming energy, it manifests as growth and maturity as well as expanding and overactive conditions of various organs; while if outgo- ing energy becomes less than incoming energy, it manifests as aging and contracting underactive conditions of organs. |

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4. Physical manifestations can be classified as constitutions and conditions.

The factors received from the parents and ancestors in the form of reproduc- tive cells, and the development during the pregnant and growing periods— which is primarily a repetition of the entire process of biological evolution from a single cell to a complex human being—form the constitution, that is, our fundamental character and tendencies. The factors we consume every day, especially during the recent period of about seven years, and more so within the past three to four months, including daily consumption of food and drink, compose our condition. Although all factors of our constitutions and conditions are changeable, constitutions change far more slowly, while conditions change rapidly with daily physical and mental variations.

5. There are numerous antagonistic and complemental relationships within our physical and mental constitutions and conditions.

Because everything is composed of antagonistic and complemental factors and tendencies, yin and yang, and everything operates due to the change of relationships between these opposing factors and tendencies, human physical and mental manifestations are also constituted and function by these two opposing factors and tendencies. Examples are listed in the fol-

lowing table.

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Front of body or head Back of body or head

Soft parts. Oo — Hard parts oe Expanded organs _. Compacted organs Peripheral parts’ . _ Inner parts

‘Upper position — Lower position

Functions

Nervous functions in general Digestive functions in general Electromagnetic meridian functions _ Fluid circulation functions Sympathetic nervous functions Parasympathetic nervous functions Female functions Male functions Mental activities Physical activities — Eliminating functions Consuming functions

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Functions (continued)

Ascending movement | Descending movement Differentiating, outgoing movement Gathering, incoming movement Expanding movement | | Contracting movement Exhalingfunction | Inhaling function

Flexible movement Inflexible movement

Slower movement | Rapid movement

These parts of the body and functions are balancing each other in their structural formation and operational functions, according to the aforemen- tioned twelve principles of relativity.

6. Foods and drinks forming the internal environment can be classified on a scale according to their antagonistic and complemental relationships.

Foods and drinks, in their capacity of bringing about the antagonistic and complemental functions listed in the table above, stimulating certain parts of the body and inducing certain functions, can be generally classified as shown in the table on page 9. oe

7. A yin quality of food and drink produces yin structures and functions, while a yang guality of food and drink produces yang structures and functions.

According to the quality of food and drink in our daily diet, our condition changes daily in proportion. Food and drink cause changes in blood qual- ity and nervous reactions, resulting i in changes in structure in the long run, and changes in functions over a shorter period. Simple examples include the expansion of blood capillaries and active elimination of sweat and uri- nation (yin function) as a result of over-consumption of liquid (yin), and the constriction of tissues, nerves and vessels (yang function) caused by overconsumption of salt (yang). There are numerous variations in the reac- tions, effects, and degree of influence, either yin or yang, of the kinds, com- binations and methods of cooking of foods and drinks. Physical and men- tal activities are also factors that accelerate a more yang condition, while | resting and sleeping, especially together with overconsumption of foods and drinks, result in the creation of a more yin condition.

8. The Principle of the Five Stages of Transmutation of Energy.

Inthe phenomenal world, energy transforms its manifestations into various

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YIN (¥) EFFECTS OF EXPANSION, DIFFERENTIATION, OUTWARD DIRECTION

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Hot Atmospheric Temperature

Most medications Various drugs, including hallucinatory drugs

Chemicals, preservatives, dyes, insecticides Alcohol

Refined sugar Aromatic and stimulant beverages (mint tea, coffee, chamomile tea, etc.)

Spices (pepper, mustard, curry, basil, nutmeg, etc.) | Oils )

_ Fruits of tropical origin (papaya, mango, pineapple, banana, etc.)

Fruits of temperate origin (cherries, berries, melons, apples, peaches, pears, etc.} Milk and cream a A |

Vegetables of primitive and tropical origin (yeast, fungi, moss, , mushroom, potato, tomato, eggplant, asparagus, avocado, ferns, etc.)

Leafy types of vegetables

Round vegetables (pumpkin, onion, etc.) Root vegetables

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Nuts _ — Zone

Beans from warmer climatic zones Temperate and _ Colder Beans from colder climatic zones Zone = Climate == Zone Seeds | | and — and Cereal grains Climate Climate

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Mammals’ meat Eggs —

Caviar Salt

Cold Atmospheric Temperature

_ YANG G (A) EFFECTS OF CONTRACTION, CONDENSATION, INWARD DIRECTION

forms, including all relative phenomena. All of these vhetioinets manifest- ed as transitory appearances of energy can be classified into five general states of transformation, between expansion (yin) and contraction (yang).

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These five stages are (1) upward expanding motion; (2) very expanded and active motion; (3) condensation process; (4) solidified state; and (5) melting and floating stage (Figure 1.1). These stages can be interpreted using characteristic examples seen in daily life.

Energy Examples |. Upward expanding motion Gaseous state— Tree 2. Very expanded. active motion _—Plasmic state——Fire 3.Condensation process —— Semi-condensed state—Soil 4. Solidified state Solid state—Metal 5. Melting and floating state Liquid state—Water Figure VI a Yin (VW), Most Expanded Stage Five Stages | | | | of Energy Very expanded, active motion Transformation Plasmic State (Fire) — . 4 : ‘ , Upward ‘ ‘ expanding, Condensation *

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• Liquid State Solid State 5 ~ & (Water) - (Metal) / ‘ Yang (A), Most Contracted Stage

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These energy conditions are also related to seasonal energy

change, monthly or lunar energy change, and daily energy change,

as well as environmental conditions. They also describe psychologi- cal conditions and dietary effects. The table of energy conditions found on page 12 is directly related to the study of diagnosis.

The foods listed in this chart nourish and activate the organs and functions of the same category. For example, wheat, barley, young leafy vegetables and sprouts can nourish and accelerate the functions of the liver and gallbladder. Also, physical disorders appear more obviously as symptoms in the features belonging to the same cate- gory. For example, disorders of the lungs and large intestine appear more clearly in the nose and skin conditions as well as in the breath. They also create a pale facial color, a fishy odor, and other physical phenomena such as snivel and coughing. At the same time, they pro-

duce more changes in the voice; and psychologically, they result in

crying and depression with a feeling of sadness.

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Five Progressive Activations of Energy According to Season and Time of Day

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Furthermore, using this table, we can easily diagnose physical condi- tions. For example, ifthe head hair is in an abnormal condition (bushy or fragile, etc.), or if there are aches and pains in the bones, or disorders in the ears or the hearing, major disorders are indicated in the kidneys and blad-

der, or in the excretory functions.

The table below also shows changes in the environment by the season, month, day and atmospheric conditions. Accordingly, diagnosis can be

The Five Transformations of Energy

Factor A B Cc D E Energy: Upward Very active Downward — Solidified Floating Examples: Gas Plasma Condensation —_ Solid Liquid Tree Fire Soil Metal Water - Organ Energy: _Liver, Heart, small Spleen-pan- Lungs, large Kidneys, gallbladder intestine —-creas,stomach _ intestine bladder Direction: East South Center West North Season: Spring Summer _ Late summer Autumn —— Winter Time of month: — Increasing Full moon Obscured moon Decreasing © New moon half-moon | a half-moon Time of day: Morning | Noon | Afternoon Evening Night Environment: Windy Hot Humid Dry Cold Grain: Wheat, barley Corn | Millet Rice Beans Vegetables: Sprouts and _ Enlarged Round plants Contracted, Root plants upward-grow- leafy plants small plants ing plants. , Fruits: Spring fruits | Summer fruits Late summer Autumn fruits Winter and | Frits dried fruits Odor: Oily, greasy Burning ‘Fragrant Fishy Putrefying Tastes: Sour Bitter — Sweet Pungent Salty Physical parts: Tissues Blood vessels Muscles Skin Bones Physical branches: Nails — Body hair Breast, lips Breath Head hair andfacialcolor Skin color: _ Blue, grey Red Yellow, milky Pale — Black, dark Physical liquids: — Tears Sweat Slaver — Snivel Saliva Physical changes: Gripping Anxious Sobbing | Coughing Shivering 5 Voices: - Shouting Talking Singing = Crying Groaning 5 Functions: Color Odor — Taste Voice Fluid Psychological Anger, Laughing, -Indecisive, Sadness, Fear, reaction: excitement _ talkative _ suspicious | depression _ insecurity

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made. If a fever arises regularly at a certain hour, or on a certain day of the month, or in a certain season, it indicates that the organs listed in the same energy category are the primary location of the disorder. For example, if a sickness occurs in a very humid atmosphere, especially on the afternoon of a cloudy day, it indicates that the spleen and stomach are involved as the major problem organs.

In order to alleviate these physical and mental disorders, we can emphasize a change in diet toward the foods belonging to the same cate- gory, and an avoidance of the foods listed in the opposite categories. For example, in the case of diabetes, which involves the functions of the pan- creas, an increase in foods such as millet and round vegetables—cabbage, pumpkin, hard squash, and others—would be recommended as an impor- tant part of the dietary approach. __

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THE CONSTITUTION AND ITS ORDER The human physical and mental constitution is formed with the following influences:

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Nourishment through food and the environment during growth after delivery.

In connection with these factors forming the constitution, the following influences must be well considered for the purpose of diagnosis to under- stand anyone’s condition and destiny:

Parental and ancestral conditions. The quality of the reproductive cells. The date of conception and birth. —

The place of birth and growth. The food that the mother ate during pregnancy, and

the food eaten during the growing period.

Family, social and cultural influences.

Let us examine these factors in detail.

Parental and Ancestral Conditions

_ In the event the physical and mental conditions of the ancestors and par-

ents are more physically oriented, including their daily work and way of life, their offspring would have similar tendencies, unless there has been a

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major change in diet, residence, and social and cultural influence before or during the period of pregnancy. On the other hand, more mentally and spiritually oriented ancestors and parents tend to produce offspring more characterized by similar mental and spiritual tendencies. These similar characteristics are especially evident if the family has maintained similar traditions and living situations under similar climatic conditions with sim- ilar dietary practices through the generations.

The Quality of the Reproductive Cells

The reproductive cells—the sperm and egg, especially their quality before fertilization—are a fundamental factor for the development of the future physical and mental constitution. Not only DNA, RNA and other genetic factors, but also the quality of the vibrations, energy, nutritional makeup and other constituent factors of the reproductive cells serve as the begin- ning of human development. In connection with this influence, the fol-

lowing principles apply:

& The sex of the child. In the event the sperm are more active than the egg, a female child will be more likely; while if the egg is more energized, a male child will be the result.

& Major systems in the child's body. Because the father’s sperm tends to con- tribute a stronger influence to the child’s nervous system, while the moth- er’s ege gives more influence to the digestive and reproductive systems,

the constitution of the newborn child will vary in its coordination among

the nervous, digestive and reproductive functions according to the differ- ences in duality in both reproductive cells.

& Major organs in the child’s body. The father’s influence through his sperm tends to appear more on the left side of the child’s face and body, including the left lung, left atrium of the heart, spleen, pancreas, stom- ach, left kidney, left side of the small intestine, descending colon, and left — ovary or testicle. The mother’s influence through her egg tends to man- ifest more in the right side of the head and body, including the right

lung, right atrium of the heart, liver, gallbladder, right kidney, the duo- denum, right side of small intestine, ascending colon, and the right

ovary or testicle.

® The child's mental and physical nature. The father’s influence appears more in the child’s intellectual, social and ideological character, while the moth- er’s influence appears more in the child's physical, sensory and emotional character, during and after the growing period as a whole.

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The Date of Conception and Birth

The date of conception and birth have a very important influence upon the formation of the physical and mental constitution. This has been studied in the traditional arts of oriental and western astrology as one of the ways of seeing destiny. In practical terms, seasonal atmospheric conditions includ- ing the electromagnetic charge on the ground, in the water and air, as well as radiations, waves and other vibrations coming from celestial move- ments, give different influences to the quality of the parents’ physical and psychological conditions, and influence their reproductive vitality and the quality of their sperm and egg. In addition, their dietary pattern changes according to the season and month, oriented by the movement of the earth, sun, moon and other planets, resulting in different qualities of the blood cells that produce the reproductive cells.

_ These dietary changes continue during pregnancy as the seasons progress, either from hot to cold or cold to hot. This climatic change has a strong influence on the mother’s dietary pattern during the nine-month peri- od. Therefore, a child born in the spring will have a physical and mental con- stitution that is opposite to that of a child born in the autumn (Figure 2.1).

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1. A person born in May passed his embryonic period from August of the previous year through the winter and spring seasons. During this time, his mother was eating a diet suitable for the fall and winter seasons, including more salty, cooked food and less perishable food, with more animal food in most cases. On the other hand, a person born in November has eaten, through his mother’s diet during pregnancy, more spring and summer types of food, including less salt and less cooking, most probably with more fruits, juices, sweets and liquid. These two persons therefore have different biological histories. During the nine months of pregnancy, their constitutions have developed while they increased nearly three billion times in weight, repeating the entire process of biological evolution from a single cell to the emergence of life from the water. Their differences are complemental and antagonistic.
2. Accordingly, any person has a constitution that is antagonistic and com- plemental to that of a person born in the opposite season and month. These differences can serve as supportive tendencies, although these two persons may often have difficulties in understanding each other. Persons born in the same month or same season share similar physical and mental consti- tutions and tendencies. They can understand each other more easily, although their attraction may be less than that of people born in very dif-

ferent months and seasons. |

3. It is not surprising that people born in the same or similar month or sea-

. son share the same or similar physical and mental disorders, more so than

people born in very different months or seasons:

& Among those born in the spring and summer, there is a greater poten-

tial to develop bronchitis, lung tuberculosis, and other respiratory disor- ders; kidney and excretory disorders; and heart and circulatory disorders.

& Among those born in the autumn and winter, there is a tendency to develop digestive disorders, especially in the liver, gallbladder, spleen, pancreas and small intestine; sicknesses such as diabetes, constipation, diarrhea, stomach and duodenal ulcers, and other sicknesses related to these organs; and nervous disorders.

These differences in data of conception and birth can be categorized into _ two large, general groups: spring- and summer-born nature, and autumn- and winter-born nature. The dividing line falls in early March and early September. _

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The Place of Birth and Growth

The place of birth and growth is important to consider in diagnosing general physical and mental tendencies. Environmental and atmos- pheric conditions strongly influence the dietary practices during the period of pregnancy and growth after birth, resulting in significant dietary differences among those who are born and grow in a warmer climate and those who are born and grow in a colder climate. The for- mer tend to eat more light, less-cooked foods including raw vegetables, fruits and juices, and sweets, while the latter tend to eat more salty, . well-cooked grains, beans and vegetables with more animal food.

Such differences can also be observed among people who originate near the seashore, those who come from the plains, and those who come from the mountains. Those who were born and grow near the sea tend to eat more seafood; those from the mountains tend to eat more well- cooked food; and people from the plains tend to eat a more average diet.

_ We can also see important differences between city- -born and country- born people. Those who were born and grew up in the city, especially in modern times, have consumed more mass-produced, commercial foods; while those who were born and grew up in the country have eaten foods of more natural quality.

From these differences related to the place of birth and growth, different physical and mental constitutions develop which show ten- dencies for certain disorders, as shown below. ©

Place of Birth and Growth - Potential Disorders

Skin diseases; accumulation of mucus and fat: formation of tumors and growths; disorders in the liver and gallbladder.

More northern, colder region; more mountainous area |

More southern, warmer region; areas near the sea

Disorders in the intestines, lungs, region: kidneys and bladder, as weil as reproductive and nervous sicknesses. Some skin diseases and tumors. Paralysis and arthritis.

City areas Complex disorders, especially in the intestines,

lungs, and nervous functions, as weil as in the reproductive organs.

Country areas | More simple and distinct disorders. Fewer digestive, reproductive and nervous disorders.

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Diet During Pregnancy and Growth

The quality of the food consumed during the periods of pregnancy and growth has a decisive effect upon the formation of the constitu- tion, determining all features of body forms and structures, character and personality, the capacity and functioning ability of the organs and glands. General tendencies are presented in the table below:

Kinds of Food Eaten

Tendencies

Grains, beans and cooked vegetables

Vegetables, especially less-cooked or raw

Fruits, juices and nuts

Dairy food

Meat, poultry and eggs

Sugar, honey and other sweets

Spices and stimulants

Generally harmonious metabolism, physically and mentally active and balanced. Fewer disorders. More intuitive and esthetic nature. |

More gentle and ‘skeptical Disorders in skin conditions,

respiratory and excretory functions; chronic intestinal disorders.

More sentimentality, nervousness, sensitivity; critical nature. Disorders and tendency to weakness in the intestines and

digestive functions and reproductive organs.

More gentle, slow mind; dull response. Skin disease, formation of mucus, fat; heart and circulatory disorders; liver, gallbladder and spleen disorders; reproductive disorders; more cysts, tumors and cancer formation.

More stubbornness and exclusivity, determination; more material interest. Sharp senses. More mechanical abilities. Heart and circulatory disorders, small intestine and digestive disorders, formation of tumors and cancer.

Mental illusions, schizophrenia, nervousness, obesity, diabetes,

skin disease, various disorders in the sensory organs and nervous system, chronic digestive disorders, kidney and

excretory disorders, reproductive weakness.

Irritability, emotional insecurity, abnormal blood pressure, heart and circulatory disorders, kidney and excretory disorders,

some skin diseases, irregularity in reproductive functions.

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In the formation of the physical and mental constitution, the tradi-

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important influence. These factors regulate the way of eating inacer- _

tain traditional pattern, as well as the way of behavior and thinking.

For example, immigrants to North America have a tendency to maintain the traditional ways of eating and behavior practiced in their original countries, during the first and second generations in America. Also, religions such as Catholicism, Protestantism, Bud- dhism, Islam, Judaism, Hinduism, Taoism, and Confucianism have a

traditional influence on dietary, moral and ethical behavior. Buddhist _

followers tend to eat more grains and vegetables, while Protestants have a variety of dietary practices. Judaism includes a practice of

customary dietary habits, and followers of Islam tend to use more |

oily and spicy foods.

Education can also contribute to the change of dietary and social habits. While those who receive less education tend to follow more traditional family practices, those who receive more education tend to liberalize their dietary and social behavior, including a wider variety of nutritional supplements, with commercial foods. In this regard, the

level of prosperity of the country or society also contributes to the

population’s change of dietary and social behavior. As a result, peo- ple’s physical and mental constitutions rapidly change as modern educational, cultural and economic conditions change. Those who live in areas isolated from modern development tend to maintain tra- ditional physical and mental constitutions, on the other hand.

DIAGNOSIS OF CONSTITUTIONAL TYPES

In the art of diagnosis, the constitution can be assessed using sever- al methods. Let’s examine some of these methods below.

Bone Structure ..

The quality of the constitution can be seen more in the bone struc- ture, while the quality of the condition appears more in the muscles, skin, and other peripheral areas of the body. The constitution can be judged by feeling the bones, especially in the area of the shoulders, arms and legs. Stronger and bolder bones indicate a more yang, strong constitution, while thinner and weaker bones indicate a more yin, weak and fragile constitution. The former type of person has a tendency to be more active in physical and social life, while the lat- ter tends to be more active in mental and artistic life.

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The Ratio of Head to Body

The standard proportion of head to body in vertical length is 1:7 (Figure 2.2). If the head is smaller, say ina ratio of 1:8, the physical and mental constitution is weaker than average, due to the quality of food consumed during the mother’s pregnancy. On the other hand, { the head is vertically larger than average, say in a ratio of 1:6, it shows that the physical and mental constitution is much stronger than average, and there is a tendency to be much more active in both

mental and social life.

Height

Taller people have a more yin constitution, while shorter people have a more yang constitution (Figure 2.3). The former tend to develop more | mental abilities, and become susceptible to respiratory and nervous dis- orders. The latter tend to engage themselves in a more active physical and social life, with a tendency to be more susceptible to digestive and

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Angle of the Shoulders

Those who have more sloping shoulders have a more feminine char- acter, with a nature of esthetic and artistic appreciation; while those who have more square shoulders have a more masculine character, and tend to appreciate more physical and social activities and more

intellectual thinking (Figure 2.4). If the shoulders form a more round

shape with balanced muscles, it shows a more balanced character embracing both mental and physical activities as well as esthetic and intellectual tendencies.

More square shoulders— _ More sloping and round -Imbalanced shoulders

more masculine _ shoulders—more feminine

If the shoulders are imbalanced—one side higher than the other— it indicates that the organs on the side of the higher shoulder are

weaker than the organs on the side of the lower shoulder, especially

in the case of the lungs and large intestines.

The Hands and Feet

Larger and thicker hands and feet result from a more yang diet dur- ing the time of pregnancy, which produced a strong inner constitu- tion, combined with a more yin diet during the growing period, which produced peripheral expansion. This type of person tends to be strong in the inner physical and mental conditions, but also flexi- ble and artistic in the social and intellectual activity. On the other

hand, people with smaller hands and feet show physical strength but

less activity in mental life.

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Long, sensitive finger and toes show a nature more appreciative of the emotional, artistic and esthetic worlds, while short, stocky fin- gers and toes show a more physically active nature, with stronger resistance to the environment, but less appreciation for mental and spiritual matters.

Muscle and Skin Conditions

Softer muscles show a more yin constitution, nourished by more fluid, vegetables and fruits; while tighter muscles show a more yang constitution, nourished by more grains, beans, arid animal food, with more minerals. The condition of the skin is also an indi- cation. However, in comparison with the bones, the condition of the muscles and skin are more changeable through diet and exercise,

since they are composed of more protein and fat while the bones

are composed of more minerals. Accordingly, while the muscles and skin show the constitution developed during the periods of pregnancy and growth, they also show the present physical and mental conditions. Softer muscles and fine skin indicate a more adaptable and mentally-oriented nature, while tighter and harder muscles and skin show a nature that is more physically oriented and active.

Other Features

Many other physical features can be used to diagnose the constitu- tion, and many of them are discussed later in this book. Among them are diagnosis of the shape of the face and head, the teeth, the size and shape of the mouth and eyes, the length and angle of the eyebrows, the posture and behavior, and other factors. |

ANTAGONISTIC AND COMPLEMENTAL RELATIONS IN THE HUMAN STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION

In diagnosis, practical observations are made by finding the antago- nistic and complemental relations in structure and function that |

appear in the constitution and condition. Among numerous antago- nistic and complemental relations, some of the most important are discussed in the following section.

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During the fetal and embryonit period, the navel functioned as the center of the entire body structure. At the time of delivery and there- after, this center shifted to the mouth and neck region. From this point, upper and lower extensions have developed—the head as the upper sphere and the body as the lower sphere. Accordingly, they correlate with each other very well, the lower part of the head region representing the upper part of the body region (with the exception of the mouth and mouth cavity, which show the digestive conditions); the middle part of the head region representing the middle part of the body region; and the upper part of the head region representing the lower part of the body. According to this principle, each area of the face manifests each organ and its functions of the body (Figure 2.5).

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Face Regions

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the upper part of the nose represents the condition of the pancreas.

The eyes represent the kidneys as well as the condition

of the ovaries in the case of woman, and the testicles in the case of man. Also, the left eye represents the condition of the spleen and pancreas, while the right eye represents the liver and gallbladder.

The area between the eyebrows shows the condition of the liver, and the temples on both sides show the

condition of the spleen.

The forehead as a whole represents the small intestines, and the peripheral region of the forehead represents the large intestines. |

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The ears represent the kidneys: the left ear the left kidney, and the right ear the right kidney.

The mouth as a whole shows the condition of the entire digestive vessel. More specifically, the upper lips show the stomach; the lower lips show the small intestines at the inner part of the lip and the large intestines at the more peripheral part of the lip.

The corners of the lips show the condition of the duodenum.

The area around the mouth represents the sexual organs and their functions.

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Face-Major Systems Correlations

During the embryonic period, all major systems of the body, namely (1) the digestive and respiratory systems, (2) the nervous system, and (3) the circulatory and excretory systems, gather and form the entire facial structure, sharing four general areas of the face (Figure 2.6). |

The areas outlined in the illustration above correspond to certain organs and functions in the body, as follows:

Area A: The conditions of the mouth, lips, tongue, mouth cavity, and

area around the mouth, show the digestive functions as a whole.

This area also relates partially to the respiratory function, espe- cially at its peripheral area.

Area B: The condition of the forehead and its periphery, including the temples and eyebrows, represent the conditions of the nervous

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Correlations Between the Head, Systems, and Organs

The head region can be divided into several areas, each of which reflects the conditions of certain systems and organs (Figure 2.7).

Area A: The central part of the head where the hair spiral is located represents the condition of the heart and small intestine.

Area B: The area surrounding Area A represents the digestive systems and functions, including the esophagus, stomach, duodenum,

and large intestines.

Area C: The front part of the head represents the excretory functions, including the conditions of the kidneys and bladder.

Area D: Both sides of the head above the ears show the respiratory conditions, including the lungs and bronchi conditions.

Area E: The back of the head represents the condition of the liver, spleen, and pancreas. |

The entire peripheral area of the head represents the circulatory system and its conditions.

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Head-Buttock Correlation

In connection with the relationship between the upper and lower parts of the body, the head region corresponds to the buttock region for the reason that the head is the upper end of the nervous system and the buttocks are its lower end. Therefore, certain areas of the but- tocks correspond to certain areas of the head and brain (Figure 2.8). Tension and other abnormal conditions of the brain also appear in the conditions of the muscles and tissues in the area of the buttocks.

Area A: The lower buttock region corresponds to the front part of the

head and brain.

Area B: The upper part of the buttock region corresponds to the back.

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Area F: The lower spine near the waist corresponds to the medulla at the back region of the neck.

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THE PERIPHERAL PARTS OF THE BODY

The peripheral areas of the body, such as the hands and feet, reflect the condition of various internal organs and systems, as described

in the following pages.

The palms represent the condition of the internal systems and func- tions as a whole, namely (1) the digestive and respiratory system, (2 the nervous system, and (3) the circulatory and excretory systems

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Line A and its related area on the palm at the root of the thumb: This represents the digestive and respiratory functions, including the condition of the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large

intestine, and lungs.

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The fingers represent the organs and functions located in the upper part of the body, namely the lungs and heart; and in the lower part of the body, namely the small intestines and large intestines, as well as their related functions such as circulation and heat metabolism. Each finger corresponds to a certain function (Figure 2.10).

The thumb: This finger represents the conditions and functions of the

lungs and respiratory activities. The index finger: This represents the large intestines and their functions.

The middle finger: This represent the energy vitalized around the heart and circulatory functions, including reproductive vitality.

The ring finger: This represents the activity of eliminating excessive energy from the regions of the heart, stomach and intestines— energy and heat metabolism. |

The little finger: This represents the conditions and functions of the heart and small intestines. :

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The feet also represent the condition of the whole body. Since the body and the feet are involved in the body’s balance of vertical and horizontal rela- tionships, each part of the feet correlates to each E part of the body, and conditions appearing in each part of the feet correspond to the conditions in the organs and functions of the related parts of the | !

body (Figure 2.11).

Points A, B, and C: These points correlate respec- tively to the kidneys, the heart and stomach, and the abdominal center. |

Points D and E: The inside ball of the foot (D) under the big toe corresponds to the shoul- — ders and shoulder blades, while the outside | ball (E) corresponds to the lungs and respi- — ratory functions. |

Points F, G, and H: The inside middle region of the foot (F) represents the nose and mouth cav- ity, (G) the throat and vocal cords, and (H)} the bronchi and diaphragm region.

Point I: The outer middle region of the foot rep- 1 resents the stomach, duodenum, and upper _

intestinal region.

Point J: The inner lower region corresponds to the intestinal region, especially the middle part of the intestines.

Point K: The heel as a whole corresponds to the _ lower intestinal region, the rectum, and the :

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Point L: The line running along the bottom outside of the foot represents the spine and the muscles along the spine, as well as the

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The fourth toe and its nail: This area corresponds to the gallbladder and its functions

The fifth toe and its nail: This area corresponds to the — bladder and its functions. |

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On the bottom of the foot, areas at the base of the — * ty mph toes correspond to certain organs and functions _ circulation ) (Figure 2.13). | , Area A: The area under the second toe: functions of ' the heart and circulation. Area B: The area under the third toe: functions of _ the spleen and lymph circulation. C. Lung D. Kidneys and respiratory and excretory Area C: The area under the fourth toe: functions of functions functions

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CONDITIONS IN THE FRONT AND BACK OF THE BODY |

The front and back of the body maintain an antagonistic and com- plemental relationship, and each area of the front correlates to each area of the back. Conditions appearing in the frontal organs reflect conditions in the back, and vice versa. The following show examples for the purpose of diagnosis.

YU-Entering Points and BO-Gathering Points

Points located in the front of the body and points located in the back in connection with certain organs and functions are known as the YU-Entering Points and the BO-Gathering Points (Figure 2.14).

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The YU-Entering Points, located on the back, represent the location into which environmental energy or electromagnetic force spirals, form- ing and feeding energy to the organs and activating their functions.

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Areas I and J: In general, the more peripheral area of the back — reflects the more central part of the front of the

body, namely the digestive vessel and its related

_ organs, while the more middle area of the back rep- _ resents the circulatory functions related to the

• organs and their processes, as well as excretory functions (Figure 2.16).

Area K: The more central part of the back represents the | nervous system and its functions related to the internal organs.

Figure 2.16 Vertical Correlations Between Front and Back —

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A PART MANIFESTS THE WHOLE

As the entire human body is a miniature of the universe, a part of the body also is a miniature of the whole body, having the apparent reflection of the

conditions of the whole. Practically speaking, from the condition of each organ, it is possible to see the whole body condition. Even a single cell or a single hair represents the condition of the entire body. For diagnostic

• purposes, it is convenient to know a few examples as introduced below.

The eyes reflect the condition of the whole body’s organs and functions. The _ study called iridology examines the relation between the conditions of the iris and the conditions of the organs. However, it may be more convenient ‘to examine the white of the eye as well, in order to diagnose the whole body’s condition. Guidelines are illustrated 1 in Figure 2.17.

The outer area of the white, covering sections 1 to 6, represents the front of the body:

Area 1: The area from the front of the head toward the face. Area 2: From the face and neck toward the lungs. Area 3: From the lungs and heart to the stomach, pancreas, liver and spleen.

Area 4: The region from these organs in the middle part of the body to the duodenum and upper part of the small and large intestines.

Area 5: The lower part of the intestines.

Area 6: The region of the bladder and reproductive organs.

The inner area of the white, covering sections I’ to 6’, represents the back of the head, neck and body:

Area 1’: The region n of the back of the head and brain.

"Area 2: The region from the medulla oblongata to the shoulders and upper

part of the back area of the lungs. _

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Area 2: This area represents the middle part of the body, including — the stomach, liver, spleen, pancreas, duodenum and their functions. _

Area 3: This represents the upper part of the body, including the lungs, heart, bronchi, and shoulders, and their functions.

Area 4: This represents the head and brain region, including the medulla oblongata, the neck and face and its various organs such as the eyes, nose, ears, mouth, and brain, and the glands in the head region as a whole.

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_ Besides the examples outlined above, there are numerous other ways

that the condition of the entire body manifests into a certain organ or part of the body. Some of these are:

& The eyebrows represent the digestive and nervous systems, and their quality is an indication of longevity.

® The lines coming from the sides of the nose and running down toward the mouth manifest the conditions of the digestive and circu- latory functions, and are another indicator of longevity and vitality.

® The hands and feet each represent the whole body.

& The fingernails and toenails represent the functions of thé circu- latory and excretory systems. & The hair represents the digestive, circulatory and nervous func-

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& The teeth correspond to the spinal cord and vertebrae, as well as the organs connected to each vertebra.

& The tongue represents the entire digestive, circulatory and nerv- ous functions.

In Part Two, we will study these interrelationships in connection with the diagnosis of specific conditions of our physical and mental well-being.

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The principles of diagnosis outlined in Part One lead us to discover the various manifestations of physical and mental conditions. These manifestations show the condition of the internal organs and their functions. The art of diagnosis outlined in Part Two can be used to. reflect upon our own condition and that of other people.

The mouth and lips show both the general and current conditions of any person, and especially of the digestive organs and functions. Because the mouth and lips are the beginning of the digestive tract and the entrance for foods and drinks, they reflect very clearly the internal condition of the digestive tract, as well as the condition of

_ the anus—the end of the digestive tract and the exit for the elimina-

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Larger size (modern tendency)

Figure 3.1 Size of the Mouth

Figure 3.2 Areas of the Lips Corresponding to Certain Organs

A person who has good physical and mental health and strength will have a mouth that is the same width or narrower than the width of the nose (Figure 3.1). This kind of small mouth was predominant among people until a few generations ago, but the mouths of mod- em people are rapidly becoming much larger, indicating general degeneration of the physical and mental constitution. If a person's mouth is much wider than the width of the nostrils, it shows that the functions of the organs and glands are weak, and both physical and mental abilities for adapting to and resisting the environment are also weak.

_ The increase in mouth size among modern people is due to the overconsumption of potatoes and tomatoes, fruits and juices, sugar and other sweeteners, oil and fat, coffee and other beverages, which were eaten by the mother and received through the mother’s blood during pregnancy. These foods and drinks cause a deficiency of min- erals. Overintake of protein in proportion to the intake of carbohy- drate also causes the development of a larger mouth.

The different areas of the mouth and lips correspond to certain areas of the body, and the digestive system in particular (Figure 3.2).

& The upper lip shows the condition of the upper part of the diges- tive tract, especially the stomach. The inner part of the upper lip corre- sponds to both upper and lower ends of the stomach. The peripheral areas of the upper lip correspond to the middle region of the stomach.

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& The lower lip shows the condition of the lower digestive tract, especially the small and large intestines. The inner area of the lower lip corresponds to the condition of the small intestine, and the peripheral areas of the lower lip correspond to the large intestine.

® The corners of the lips show the middle region of the digestive tract, especially the duodenum. The right corner corresponds more to the duodenum’s reaction to bile secretion from the liver and gall-

bladder. The left corner reflects more the functions resulting from_

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The size of the mouth, including its horizontal breadth and vertical fullness, shows the general quality of the physical constitution and condition, and especially that of the digestive system (Figure 3.3).

Wide Mouth with Full Lips

A mouth larger both in horizontal width and vertical height (A) is the result of great overconsumption of carbohydrates and fats, including refined grains and flours, potatoes and fruits, sugar and vegetable- quality fats, during the embryonic and growing periods. This kind of mouth is often seen among people who have originated in a tropical

climate, where these kinds of food are more likely to be eaten. In such — cases, the peripheral parts of the body, such as the skin and muscles,

appear stronger than average, while the internal organs such as the

Figure 3.3 Forms of the Mouth: Width

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heart, liver, spleen and small intestine tend to be weaker, tending toward looseness. This is a generally yin type of constitution and condition.

Wide Mouth with Thin Lips

A mouth that is horizontally wider but normal in vertical height (B) shows that the person has consumed, during the embryonic and growing periods, both animal-quality foods—such as meat, poultry, eges and dairy products—and refined vegetable foods such as refined grains, flour products, sugar and fruits, and various soft drinks and beverages. Modern people have rapidly developed this

type of mouth, which shows an unbalanced physical and mental con- __

stitution: physically, losing the ability of endurance and resistance, and mentally, losing the qualities of self-discipline and perseverance.

Narrow Mouth with Full Lips .

A mouth larger in vertical height but not in horizontal width (C) shows that the person has consumed excessive amounts of salts and other minerals (yang) together with dairy products, refined grains and flours, fruits and sugar, fat and oil, soft drinks and other bever- ages (yin). This type of mouth shows a general tendency toward chronic weakness of the digestive organs and functions. This condi- tion also occurs in people who have received proper food during the embryonic period, but who consumed foods of more yin quality dur- ing the childhood growing period. We can say that this type of per- son is constitutionally yang but conditionally yin.

SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS

_ Besides the general tendencies outlined above, there are a number

of other conditions that show different characteristics, and these may change slowly or quickly according to changes in the envi- ronment and the kinds of foods consumed. The symptoms out-

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The color of the lips changes according to fluctuations in blood quali- ty and circulation. Various colors reflect different conditions, as shown in the table on page 49.

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Dark The blood plasma contains excessive salts and fatty acids, ) resulting in slowness and stagnation of blood circulation, as well as abnormal constriction of the blood capillaries. _ Disorders in kidney and urinary functions, and in liver and gallbladder functions are indicated.

Reddish dark Excessive consumption of protein and saturated fats, together with excessive salts, often creates this color. It shows disorders in heart and circulatory functions, lung and respiratory functions, kidney and urinary functions, as well as disorders in the functions of the liver, gallbladder, spleen and pancreas. =

| Pinkish white | Excessive consumption of dairy products, fats, sugar and ri. fruits often produces this color, indicating weakening

J lymphatic functions and hormonal disorders. Allergies,

| - _ skin troubles, Hodgkin’s disease, asthma and other

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Purplish dark Stagnation of blood circulation and serious malfunction of the blood cells, due to improper dietary practices and degeneration of the functions of such major organs as the intestines, liver, spleen, kidneys and lungs. This color is known as a sign that physical death is approaching.

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Color

Abnormal Colors

Abnormal colors may also appear on certain areas of the lips for a relatively short time, indicating that abnormal conditions are present in certain parts of the body, as shown below.

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• Due to the excessive consumption of poultry and eggs, dairy products—especially cheese—and other | foods containing a large amount of saturated fats, liver

_and gallbladder functions are in disorder.

• Excessive amounts of dairy foods and fats are being discharged. Temporary disorders in the digestive, respiratory, and lymphatic functions are indicated.

Discharge of excessive carbohydrates, including refined sugar, honey, and fruit sugars. Disorders in the kidney and urinary functions are indicated. These spots also appear when hardened fats are accumulating in the digestive tract.

Stagnation of blood circulation in the portion of the digestive vessel that corresponds to the area of the mouth where the spots appear.

Closed Mouth and Loose Mouth

‘Amouth that i is naturally closed: (A), except when speaking or laugh- ing, shows a generally s sound nervous system and normal digestive

and respiratory conditions (Figure 3.4). However, a mouth that is

_ tightly closed to an abnormal extent (B) indicates disorders in the

liver, gallbladder, or kidneys due to the excessive intake of salts,

meat, poultry, eggs and other animal foods. On the other hand, a — loose mouth (C) shows disorders in the digestive, respiratory, and

excretory functions, and also in the nervous functions, due to exces- sive consumption of raw vegetables, fruits, fruit juices, sugar and other sweetners, drugs and medications, as well as an overconsump- tion of food and drink in general.

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Swollen Lips

Swollen lips indicate digestive disorders (Figure 3. 5). A swollen and expanded upper lip indicates stomach trouble, including indiges- cc ae tion, due to the excessive intake of poor-quality foods. A swollen and expanded lower lip indicates intestinal troubles, including indiges- tion, gas production, constipation, and diarrhea. More than seven out of ten modern people suffer from at least one of these disorders, and their lower lips are far more expanded than their upper lips. If. the swollen and expanded lower lip is also wet, the intestinal disor-

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Figure 3.6 Mouth with Crust at the Corner

Figure 3.7 Mouth with Vertical Wrinkles

Figure 3.8 Edges of the Mouth

Crust at the Corners of the Mouth

A crusting condition at the corner of the mouth shows digestive trouble due to the excessive con- sumption of animal protein and oily, greasy foods (Figure 3.6). This disorder occurs especially in the

area of the duodenum. If the crust has a yellowish

color, the excretion of bile from the liver and gall- bladder is abnormal, due to the consumption of a large amount of saturated fats from foods such as

meat, poultry, eggs, cheese, and fatty fish and seafood.

Vertical Wrinkles

Vertical wrinkles appearing on the lips show a recession of hormonal functions, especially of the gonad hormones, indicating that sexual functions are declining (Figure 3.7). However, these wrinkles also appear in cases of dehydration caused by a lack of liquid or by the overconsumption of dry foods and salts.

A Mouth with a Clearly Defined Edge

Clearly defined lip edges are the result of a proper volume of food and drink, and show that the diges- tive system has a generally sound condition; while a mouth with an unclear edge is caused by the intake of an excessive amount of food and drink, showing weakness in the digestive and excretory functions (Figure 3.8).

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(Figure 3.9). Physically, this shows that the heart, small intestine and sexual ability are generally sound; and mentally, it shows perseverance and a strong self-orientation. On the other hand, if the central part of the lips is not clearly formed, it shows a native weakness in the heart, small intestine and sexual ability, as well as in the stomach and pan- creatic functions, including a tendency for developing indigestion. In this case, a diabetic condition may also develop if an excessive amount of sweeteners, fruits and fatty foods are consumed over a long time.

Central part of lips clearly shaped = Central part of lips not clearly shaped

“The Devil’s Mouth"

If the corners of the mouth appear like the angles of a square when the mouth is wide open or laughing, it is traditionally called the Devil's Mouth (Figure 3.10). This type of mouth results from the over- consumption of animal foods—especially less-cooked meat—and raw fruits during the embryonic and early growing periods. It shows a mental tendency toward egocentric behavior.

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several years while the teeth were growing. On the other hand, teeth growing inward (B) show that more yang foods were eaten, including animal food, dry flour products, and more salty, over- cooked food. Teeth that are generally straight (C) and that bite together well show that the diet was well-balanced.

Irregular Growth

Teeth growing in different directions—some pointing out, and some in—-show that the diet during their growth was chaotic, with no regular pattern, resulting in a disharmonious physical and mental constitution. Those who have such irregular teeth are prone to frequent changes of mind and attitude. _

Spaces Between the Teeth

Spaces between the teeth (Figure 3.12) are caused by expansion of the jaws and gums, due to the overconsumption of yin foods. People with this condition often show a tendency to be scattered in their thinking and attitude. A space between the two major frontal incisors has been called traditionally "the sign of separa- tion," or the sign of leaving the parents’ home at an early age. Similarly, it has been said that such a person is unable to see his parents at the time of their death.

Size of the Teeth

Larger teeth are the result of a comparatively yin diet, rich in pro- tein and fat, while smaller teeth indicate that the diet was rich in carbohydrates and minerals.

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C. Front teeth with serrated edges

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Abnormal Tooth Surface

Vertical ridges on the tooth surface are due to the overcon- sumption of salts and carbohydrates, and a lack of protein and fat (Figure 3.13 A). Teeth with small, pinhole-like dots (B) also result from a lack of good-quality protein and fat and fresh vegetables, and an excess of salt and minerals. Serrated edges on the front teeth (C) often result from the same cause.

Tooth Decay

Tooth decay, including cavities, root decay and loss of teeth, is caused by nutritional imbalance. Overcon- sumption of simple sugars and refined flour products is often the main cause, because these foods burn up min-

-erals—including calcium—and some vitamins, when

they enter the bloodstream. Tooth decay arises symmet- rically, generally affecting the teeth one by one in a dis- tinct pattern. For example, if a tooth in the upper right jaw is decaying, the corresponding tooth in the upper left jaw is probably also decaying; or the tooth immediately below on the lower right jaw is decaying. The thirty-two teeth correspond to the thirty-two vertebrae of the spine, and therefore to all major organs and glands. When teeth decay, therefore, it indicates that the corresponding major organs and glands are weakening. Some of the major tooth-organ correspondences are shown in the

table below.

Teeth Organs and Functions

Incisors Respiratory and circulatory organs and glands. Canines Liver, gallbladder, spleen, pancreas, and stomach. Premolars Upper intestinal region; excretory system. Molars Lower digestive vessel, especially the small and

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Color of the Teeth

Healthy teeth normally have a light ivory color. However, other colors are sometimes seen that indicate abnormal conditions caused by smoking, drink- ing, and certain foods that have been eaten over a long period of time.

A Light Yellow Color

This may be the result of poor oral hygiene, especially forgetting to brush the teeth.

A Deep Yellow or Dark Brown Color This is usually due to tartar buildup on the teeth c caused by smoking,

A Grey Color

Grey arises from a lack of fresh leafy vegetables, and may indicate disorders in the liver, gallbladder, spleen and pancreas and their functions.

A Purplish Color

A purplish color is caused by extremely yin foods such as certain fruits or juices, and shows a possible weakening in the respiratory functions. _

Easily Chipped Teeth

Teeth that chip easily indicate an overconsumption of dry flour products

and salt, especially when eaten after years of sugar and milk consumption.

Small Teeth

Lack of normal growth of the teeth, especially during childhood, arises not only from unbalanced nutrition, but also from the overconsumption of milk—even mother’s milk—for an unusually long period. Cow’s and goat's milk weakens human teeth, and even human milk weakens teeth if it is given beyond a reasonable period. When an infant begins to grow teeth, it is time for a reduction in breast-feeding and an increase in soft baby food.

Crooked Teeth Crooked teeth, which often create pressure on other teeth, are due to an

abnormal diet, including the intake of excessive meat, poultry, eggs, dairy food and sugar, fruits, and soft drinks, and a lack of grains, beans, and

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GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS

Swollen Gums

Swollen gums, often accompanied by pain and inflammation, are caused by the overconsumption of liquid, oil, sugar, fruits and juices.

-Receding Gums

This condition is caused by either the overconsumption of yang foods—including animal food, salts, and dried food—or the over- consumption of yin foods, including sugar, honey, chocolate, soft drinks, fruits and juices.

Abnormally Red or Purple Gums

When gums are abnormally red or purple and are not swollen, this condition may be caused by a combination of yang animal food or salts and yin sugar, fruits, juices, soft drinks and chemicals. Similar

colors accompanied by swollenness are caused by the overconsump- tion of yin foods and drinks.

Pale, Whitish Gums

This discoloration indicates poor circulation as well as a lack of hemoglobin in the bloodstream, due to anemia caused by nutrition- al imbalance.

Pimples

Pimples appearing on the inner wall of the mouth cavity are elimina- tions of one or all of the following: excessive protein, fat and oil from

both animal and vegetable sources, sugar and sugar products.

Bleeding Gums

Bleeding gums is a common condition found in the U.S. In most cases, it is caused by broken blood capillaries which have been weak- ened by a lack of salt and other minerals in the bloodstream. In rare cases, it can also be caused by overconsumption of animal food, dry _ flour products, salts and minerals, and a lack of fresh vegetables and fruits, as in the case of scurvy.

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Inflammation

— Inflammation deep in the throat, with or without swollenness of the tonsils, is caused by the overconsumption of yin foods, including — fruits, juices, sugar, soda, icy cold drinks, as well as milk, as in the case of tonsilitis. If the condition is accompanied by white patches — deep in the throat, the same cause is indicated, together with the overconsumption of animal fat, including the fats in meat, poultry and eggs, and all dairy food, as in the case of diphtheria.

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GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS. The Shape of the Tongue

The shape of the tongue varies from person to person based upon that individual’s consumptions of foods. Below are common tongue

characteristics to be aware of.

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Figure 3.15 Areas on Tongue Corresponding to Internal Organs

A Flat Tongue

This shape comes from grain and vegetable consumption dur- ing embryonic and early childhood growth, and shows a ten- dency to be harmonious with the environment.

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A thick tongue is caused by overconsumption of animal food,

protein and fat during the period of embryonic and childhood

growth, and shows a more active, offensive and aggressive character.

The Digestive Vessel The tongue represents the whole digestive vessel, and each

area of the tongue corresponds to a certain region of the diges- tive vessel (Figure 3.15).

Area A: The tip area corresponds to the rectum and descend- ing colon of the large intestine.

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Area D: The back edge region corresponds to the duodenum, liver, gallbladder, and pancreas.

Area E: The near back region corresponds to the stomach.

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‘SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS

According to the corresponding areas explained above, a change of color in any region shows an abnormal condition in the correspon- ding organ or region. The table below reflects the colors and condi- tions on the upper side of the tongue. The table on the next page reflects the colors and conditions on the underside of the tongue.

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Color Condition | Dark red | Inflammation, ulcer, or cancer. | White Stagnation of blood circulation; accumulation of fat

and mucus; anemia; or lack of hemoglobin.

Yellow color and coating Inflammation and over-secretion due to excessive bile from the liver and gallbladder. Accumulation of fat, mainly from poultry, eggs and dairy food.

White patches Elimination of dairy food or fat and oil from _ both animal and vegetable sources. General tiredness of the digestive functions.

Blue, purple Overconsumption of yin foods, including fruits, juices, soft drinks, chemicals, drugs and medications, as well

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Excessive red

Excessive blue and green

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Inflammation, excess liquid, or excess hemoglobin in the bloodstream due to the overconsumption of liquid, fruits, juices and animal food.

Disorders in the blood vessels due to the overconsumption

of animal fat, dairy food, fruits, juices and sugar.

Inflammation or stagnation of fat and mucus due to excessive bile secretion or the consumption of dairy food, poultry and eggs.

Disorders in the blood vessels and lymphatic stream due to the overconsumption of sugar, fruits, juices, chemicals, drugs and medications.

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Pimples on the tongue are caused by the elimination of excessive pro- tein, fat, or sugar from both animal and vegetable sources. They often arise from a combination of fish and fruits, meat and vegetable oil, flour and dairy food, eggs and citrus juices.

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The eyebrows reflect the nervous, digestive, respiratory, circulatory

and excretory systems, and therefore they reveal the constitution devel- oped during the period of pregnancy, as well as the current condition. The eyebrows as a whole show the history of a person's develop- ment during pregnancy. The inner portion of the brows reflects the early embryonic stage; the middle portion shows the middle stage; and the ends of the brows reflect the last stage of pregnancy (Figure 4.1). Since the course of life after birth generally repeats the growing process that took place during pregnancy, these sections of the eyebrows also show respectively the youth, middle age and old age of an individual.

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GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS

By examining the eyebrows, we can diagnose general constitutional and conditional characteristics as follows.

The Space Between the Eyebrows

_ The space between the eyebrows is a result of the eating habits of the

mother during pregnancy, especially during the third and fourth months (Figure 4.2). A smaller space is caused by the corisumption of excessive - animal food, especially meat, poultry, egos, fish and caviar, as well as overcooked vegetables flavored with large amounts of salt. On the other hand, a wider space between the eyebrows is caused by the mother’s consumption of milk, sugar, fruits, soft drinks, and raw leafy vegeta- bles, as well as vegetables of tropical origin.

Narrower space between the eyebrows

Figure 4.2 Space Between the Eyebrows

Wider space between the eyebrows

A shorter distance between the eyebrows shows a general ten- dency for such organs as the liver, pancreas, kidneys, heart, and other yang, compacted organs and glands to be easily affected with disorders, as a result of the excessive intake of yang food during the growing period. A wider distance between the brows, on the other hand, indicates that disorders may arise in such organs as the lungs, intestines, bladder and gallbladder, because of an excessive con- sumption of yin food during the growing period. Mentally, the short- er distance shows a more narrow mind, stubborn determination, and emotional sharpness, while the wider distance shows uncertainty, insecurity, indecisiveness, and lack of determination. A distinctly

wide space between the brows has been traditionally called "the sign

of a widow" or a sign of separation.

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The Angle of the Eyebrows

The angle of the brows also shows the physical and mental con- stitution, and is also caused by the food the mother ate during pregnancy (Figure 4.3). |

Upward-Slanting Eyebrows

Upward-slanting eyebrows are formed by the consumption of excessive animal food, and represent a more aggressive and

offensive character. Susceptibility to liver and heart trouble is _

indicated.

Downward-Slanting Eyebrows

Downward-slanting eyebrows are caused by low animal food consumption and more food of vegetable quality, showing a gentle and understanding character, with a potential for kidney

_and intestinal troubles.

Asa general tendency, animal-caused eyebrows indicate a shorter life expectancy, while vegetable- caused brows show the

• potential for a longer life.

Smooth, Curving Eyebrows

An orderly, balanced angle—smooth, curving eyebrows—is created by well-balanced food consumed by the mother during

• pregnancy, and shows physical and mental balance.

Peaked Eyebrows

Peaked eyebrows whose inner portion slants upward while |

the outer portion curves downward show that animal food

was heavily consumed during the first part of pregnancy, and ~

more vegetable food was consumed in the latter part of preg-

nancy. A person with this type of eyebrows has a general ten- dency to be active physically and socially, but gentle and |

sometimes timid in mentality. During youth, he is more phys- ically and socially active, but in the latter part of his life he is occupied with more mental and spiritual matters. In this case, the kidneys, liver, and spleen are easily affected by both exces-

sively yin and yang foods.

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The Condition of the Hair in the Eyebrows The Thickness of the Hairs

_ The thickness of the hairs shows the degree of vitality. The denser the eyebrows,

the more energetic a person is; the thinner, the less energetic (Figure 4.4).

Longer Hairs

Long hairs in the brows show a more mentally and spiritually active char- acter, while shorter hairs show a more physically active character.

Broad, Full Eyebrows

Broad, full eyebrows show active vitality, and narrow eyebrows show less vitality. If the eyebrows are becoming narrower, , it indicates physical and mental degeneration.

Long and Short Eyebrows

Long eyebrows indicate a long life; short eyebrows, a shorter life. (Compare with the life lines on the palm.) If the eyebrows are becoming shorter, physical degeneration is taking place and serious malfunctions in the major organs are progressing.

Color Changes

When the eyebrow hair changes color, it indicates a substantial change in physical and mental condition. When the eyebrows change from a normal

‘dark color to grey or white, it is due either to advancing age or to the eating

of excessive salt and minerals. If the eyebrow hair changes to a lighter color, it is caused by the excessive intake of more minerals and animal food, while a change toward a darker color is caused by eating more vegetable-quality —

food.

Hair Growing Between the Brows — Hair growing between the brows is caused by the intake of dairy food and

fatty animal food during the third and fourth months of pregnancy. If a_

person has this type of eyebrows, his liver, pancreas, and spleen tend to be easily affected by the consumption of excessive amounts of animal food and oily or tatty foods, including dairy products.

Broken or Disconnected Brows

Broken or disconnected brows indicate the possibility of developing a serious sickness at some time in life. (Compare with a broken life line on the palm.)

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The eyes represent the entire physical, mental and spiritual condi- tion. The eyes are one of our most expressive instruments, showing physical, mental and spiritual change. The eyes tell everything!

GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS

The Distance Between the Eyes

A shorter distance between the eyes, as in the case of the eyebrows,

results from a strongly yang quality of food eaten during the early part of pregnancy, and indicates a more aggressive, narrow-minded

and stubborn but emotionally and intellectually sharp character (Figure 4.5). There is a potential for the organs in the middle region of the body, such as the liver, pancreas, spleen and kidneys, to eas- ily become out of order through the intake of excessive animal- quality food.

Wide distance Oo Narrow distance

Figure 4.5 Distance Between the Eyes

A wider distance between the eyes, on the other hand, results

from a more yin quality of food, including salad, sugars, soft drinks, —

and fruits, and indicates a more loose, indecisive, slow, but gentle character. The organs in the middle region of the body named above have a tendency to be easily affected by an excess of yin foods, including sugars, soft drinks, tropical fruits, and aromatic, stimulant foods and beverages.

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The Angle of the Eyes

Eyes That Slant Upward

Eyes that slant upward at the outer edge result from the mother’s intake of well-cooketl and well-salted grains and vegetables during the time of pregnancy, and indicate a ten- dency toward clear emotional and intellectual character

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Eyes that slant downward at the ends, on the other hand, are caused by the mother’s intake of less-cooked, less-salted vegetable- quality foods, including fruits and fruit juice, dur- ing pregnancy, and indicate a more gentle and accepting character. Eyes slanting down

Size of the Eyes

Small Eyes

Small eyes are caused by yang foods, including well-cooked Figure 4.7 Size of the Eyes

vegetable- and animal-quality foods, consumed not only dur- ing the time of pregnancy, but also during the childhood growing period (Figure 4.7). They show a more determined,

active and self-confident character, together with physical strength, vitality and endurance. If the eyes are abnormally small, they show a tendency toward a sharp, aggressive

character.

Large Eyes

Large eyes, on the other hand, are caused by the intake of yin foods such as less-cooked and raw vegetables, fruits and fruit juice, and indicate a more mentally sensitive, delicate and gentle character. Abnormally large eyes indicate nervous dis-

_ orders, including extra sensitivity, irritability, 1 nervousness, Larger eyes

timidity and lack of confidence. Generally speaking, it is desirable for men to have eyes

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Swollen. eyelids

Figure 4.8 The Eyelids

Figure 4.9 “The Eyes of the Phoenix”

The Eyelids Single, Tight Eyelids

Single, tight. eyelids result from the consumption of well- cooked grains and vegetables during the time of pregnancy, and show a general tendency toward mental clarity (Figure 4.8).

Double, Loose E yelids

Double, loose eyelids result from the mother’s intake of a large volume of fats and fluids during pregnancy, and often represent physical strength. However, eyelids that are

swollen and red or purple indicate a current excessive intake

of fruits, sugar and other sweets, soda, soft drinks, vegetables of tropical origin, and various alcoholic beverages and stim- ulants. This condition can also show an intake of drugs and medications. General weakness in the digestive functions, and abnormal sensitivity of the nervous functions are indi- cated. The organs mainly affected are the kidneys, intestines, spleen, liver, and reproductive organs, as well as the hor- monal functions.

"The Eyes of the Phoenix”

The area of the lower eyelid indicated in Figure 4.9 as area x’ varies according to the constitution developed in the moth-

er’s womb. If area "x" is flat and clear, it is traditionally known as "The Eyes of the Phoenix," and is considered a sign of leadership. However, if there is no area "x" or if that area is swollen, it indicates a lack of clear judgement.

Blinking

_ The frequency of blinking is lower in children, whose consti-

tutions are more yang, strong and active, and it increases as we approach adulthood. On the average, a healthy adult blinks once every twenty seconds, or three times per minute. A per- son who blinks much less is currently in a more active, sharp condition, in both physical and mental character. A person who blinks more than three times per minute is in a state of declining health, due to the consumption of excessive liquid,

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fruit, sugar and other yin foods and drinks. If blinking is abnormally frequent, a person is suffering from nervous dis- orders and is experiencing extreme sensitivity, fear, timidity and irritability.

The Eyelashes

Long Eyelashes

This indicates the intake of excessive liquid, raw vegetables

_and fruits, and other yin foods (Figure 4.10).

Outwardly Curved Eyelashes

If the eyelashes curve outward, it shows abnormal nervous sensitivity, and indicates that the reproductive functions are in a state of degeneration due to the consumption of exces- sive yin foods such as fruits, fruit juice, wine, sugar, sweets, soft drinks, aromatic stimulant foods and beverages as well as drugs and medications, during early childhood.

Shorter Eyelashes

Short eyelashes result from the intake of a more yang quality of food, including well-cooked salty food, roasted and baked food,

and cooked animal food, and less intake of grains and vegetables. _

Inwardly Curved Eyelashes

Eyelashes that curve inward indicate the excessive intake of

strongly yang foods such as a large amount of salt, meat,

eggs, fish, caviar, and poultry, without enough grains and

vegetables to balance them. In this case, the reproductive

functions are often’ abnormal, especially in women, who may experience menstrual cramps or lack of menstruation due to contraction of the ovaries.

SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS Change of Color Around the Eyes

The colors around the eyes vary according to different phys-

ical and mental conditions, and change daily according to

our daily health.

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This color shows sound physical and mental health, the result of proper diet and way of life. The physical and mental functions are operating harmoniously.

Dark Color

This color arises when there is an excessively yang condition, includ- ing contraction of the kidneys and exhaustion of the adrenal and gonad hormones. Therefore, this color can appear due to the intake of excessive salt and roasted, baked, or dried foods. It often arisés after excessive sexual intercourse, especially in people whose kid- neys and excretory functions are weak. It also indicates stagnated metabolism in the kidneys and excretory system, and in the ovaries, testicles and reproductive functions.

Reddish Color

This color appears when the blood capillaries are expanded from the intake of excessive yin foods and drinks, including liquids, fruits, juice, sugars, and many others, showing that the heart and circulato- ry system are now overworking. Redness on the eyelids may appear from time to time and shows an extreme state of the above condition, together with nervousness. This may arise among some women whose menstrual periods are irregular, when the period is due. However, if this condition continues chronically, the mental condi- tion will become extremely nervous.

Purplish Color

This color shows a more advanced stage of the condition described above under “reddish color," and is caused mainly by the consump- tion of drugs, chemicals, medications, refined simple sugars and other extremely yin foods and drinks. The nervous system, circulato- ry system and excretory system are all in disorder. People who have this color around the eyes usually experience hallucinations, and feel . cold at the peripheral parts of the body such as the hands and feet.

Yellowish Color

This color appears when the liver and gallbladder are overfunction- ing. It can be caused by eating too much cheese and other dairy prod-

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ucts, and also by an excessive intake of certain root vegetables such as carrots, and some round vegetables such as pumpkin and squash. [t can also show a temporary disorder of the kidneys and excretory functions.

Greyish Color

A greyish, pale color appears in cases of malfunction of the kidneys and sometimes the lungs, mainly because of metabolic stagnation

_ due to the excessive intake of heavy, fatty, animal food, and the over-

consumption of salt and other yang foods. This color also indicates that the endocrine and lymph systems are not functioning properly, especially in the regions of the respiratory and reproductive organs.

An imbalance of minerals in the bloodstream, which arises not only —

from improper food and drink, but also from i improper environmen- tal air conditions, can produce this color.

Pimples Appearing Around the Eyes

Pimples are the body's attempt to eliminate certain food substances that have been consumed in excess. They can appear in various areas around the eyes.

Pimples Above the Eyelid

Pimples above the eyelid and below the eyebrows are eliminations of

mucus, fat and oil, caused by the excessive intake of oil, sugar, and _ dairy products. If the pimples are also yellow in \ color, the diet has

included poultry, eggs, and/or cheese, as well.

Pimples On the Eyelid

Pimples on the eyelid are eliminations of protein, fat, and sugar,

caused by the overconsumption of animal food and fruits. The con-

sumption of oily fish, oranges or other fruits and j juices can often pro- duce reddish pimples near the corner of the eyelid.

Pimples Below the Lower Eyelid

Pimples below the lower eyelid are eliminations of both protein and sugar, caused by the consumption of excessive fatty meat and sugar, or fruit juice. Whitish-yellow pimples in this area show the con- sumption of eggs, dairy products and other animal fats. _

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While these eliminations are proceeding in the form of pimples in the different areas near the eyes, the kidneys and excretory system, and the spleen and lymphatic sys- tem are temporarily affected by this excessive intake of unnecessary foods and drinks. If the pimples itch and are inflamed, the process of elimination is going on very actively, but if they have no itching and inflammation, the elimination is proceeding gradually.

Eyebags

During adulthood, but increasingly during youth in the modern age, many people develop eyebags under the lower eyelid (Figure 4.11). Eyebags may have one of two

causes, although the appearance may be similar: (1) eye-

bags due to a pool of liquid, and (2) eyebags due to pooled mucus. The first type of eyebag appears watery and swollen, and the second type of eyebag appears more fatty and swollen.

Both types of eyebags show disorders of the kidneys, bladder, and excretory functions. Especially the first type of eyebag indicates swollenness of the kidney tissues and frequent urination due to the excessive intake of liquid of

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accumulation in the kidney tissues. If small pimples or small dark spots appear on these mucus-caused eyebags, it shows that the accumulated mucus and fat in the kid- ney tissues is forming kidney stones. If these eyebags are chronic, mucus accumulation is developing in the ureter, the wall of the bladder, the ovaries, Fallopian tubes and uterus, or in and around the prostate glands, creating bac-

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The water-caused eyebag is easily corrected by the restriction of liquid intake, while the mucus-caused eyebag can be corrected by the restrietion of all mucus- and fat- forming food, including especially dairy products, meat fat, poultry, sugars, refined flour, and all sorts of oil, although it takes much longer than in the case of the first type of eyebag.

The Pink Area Inside the Lower Eyelids

This area shows mainly the circulatory condition (Figure 4.12).

Variations in color indicate different conditions, as follows.

Light Pink Color

Light pink color with a smooth surface indicates a healthy, |

normal circulatory condition.

Red Color

Red color with expanded capillaries indicates high blood pressure or excretory disorders due to the excessive intake

of yin foods, especially liquids, alcohol, fruits, Juices and a sugars. It also. shows inflammation of the ‘circulatory sys- : tem, and nervousness.

Whitish Color

A whitish color shows an anemic condition, caused by the | excessive intake of yin foods. It can sometimes be caused by © yang food including salt and roasted or baked flour prod-— ucts. Often a condition of leukemia results in this color.

Reddish- Yellow Color

A reddish-yellow color is caused by the consumption of

excess yang, animal food including poultry, eggs, and dairy products as well as excess yin foods including sugar, fruits, _ and others. This color shows disorders in the heart and cir- culatory system, together with disorders in the liver, spleen,

and pancreas functions.

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Figure 4.13 Size of the Eyeball

Figure 4.14 Expansion and Contraction of the Eyeball:and Lens

The eyeballs are part of the nervous system, but they represent very well the whole physical and mental condition.

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The eyeballs change in size due to the kinds of foods and drinks con- sumed, as well as according to age. During infancy and early child- hood, the eyeballs are comparatively small, and they expand rapid- ly as growth progresses (Figure 4.13). In general, between puberty and menopause, the size of the eyeballs stays fairly constant, with slight fluctuations due to changes in food and drink. Toward the end of life, after menopause, the eyeballs tend to contract, usually result-

ing in changes in sight.

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Abnormal Eyehat Expansion

Caused by excess yin foods and drinks, excessive eyeball expansion produces myopia, or nearsightedness (Figure 4.14).

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This condition—caused by dehydration and excessive intake of salt, meat, and other animal food—also produces nearsightedness. Abnormal Contraction of the Eyeball

Caused by dehydration, aging, and excessive intake of yang foods including salt, dried foods, and animal food, this condition

produces farsightedness.

Sanpaku

Abnormal expansion and contraction of the eyeballs produces a condition known as sanpaku, a Japanese word meaning "three whites," indicating that the eyeball has taken an abnormally high

or low position (Figure 4.15).

“Upper Sampak

Contracted eyeballs, which are normal in ‘infants and young children, produce upper sanpaku (B). However, if this condition continues beyond early childhood, or if it begins at a later age, it is a sign of abnormal mentality and behavior, including aggres- siveness, violence, and uncontrollable passions.

After early childhood, through old age, a person should have no sanpaku condition (A) if the physical metabolism is sound

and well-balanced.

Lower Sanpaku

Abnormal expansion of the eyeballs often produces lower san- paku (C), indicating that the whole physical and mental metabo- lism is becoming slower and weaker. This lower sanpaku is on the increase among modern people due to overconsumption of yin foods, although there are some instances of lower sanpaku caused by the overconsumption of extremely yang foods, including salt. This condition also shows that the nerve cells of the brain are expanded, often resulting in abnormal thinking and behavior,

which may lead to a fatal destiny. Those who commit crimes and

treachery, those who are suspicious, and those who are the object of misunderstanding, attacks, or assassinations usually have this lower sanpaku condition. Extreme lower sanpaku (D) indicates that death is drawing near. This condition appears universally in people who are going to meet death unexpectedly in the near future.

Figure 4.15 Sanpaku Conditions

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It is interesting to note that most criminals posted publicly as "Wanted"

have either upper or lower sanpaku and nearly all people who have been assassinated have had lower sanpaku, including Julius Caesar, Abraham Lincoln, Adolf Hitler, Mahatma Gandhi, John F. Kennedy, Robert F. Kennedy,

and Martin Luther King, Jr.

In order to diagnose a lower sanpaku condition, ask the person to look

up at a 45-degree angle. If white is showing beneath the iris, he or she

already has lower sanpaku.

Wet Eyeballs

Constant tear production, which is usually accompanied by many red, expanded capillaries on the white of the eye, often indicates glaucoma, and in some cases, detachment of the retina. This condition is caused by an excessive intake of liquids, juices, fruits and other watery foods.

The Iris The color of the iris differs according to the biological constitution which

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A Light Iris

A light colored iris, for example blue, shows that the person has originated in a more northern region where he has received less sunlight.

A Brown Iris

This is produced by a four-season climate.

A Dark Iris

A dark colored iris, such as dark brown or black, generally develops in a sunny, tropical environment. The color of the iris has a tendency to change slightly throughout life—during infancy and childhood, darker; toward adulthood, lighter. a oe

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Figure 4.17 The Pupil

The Pupil

The condition of the pupil reflects very clearly the functions of the autonomic nerves. The pupil opens and closes according to the degree of brightness in the environment. The brighter the envitonment, the smaller the pupil becomes; the darker the environment, the larger the pupil. The speed of the auto- nomic reflex action shows the alertness of the autonomic

nerves.

A Larger Pupil

A pupil that is larger than average shows degeneration of the autonomic nerves, especially the parasympathetic nervous functions, due to an excessive consumption of yin foods and drinks as well as drugs, some vitamins and medications.

Extreme dilation of the pupil arises at death. A large pupil

accordingly indicates general degeneration and weakening of the physical and mental functions. Fear, nervousness, anxiety, and other mental disorders also arise when the pupils are enlarged.

A Smaller Pupil

A pupil that is smaller than average indicates healthy, sound physical and mental functions, mainly developed by eating grains and vegetables. Vitality, endurance, patience, persever- ance, and resistance, both physically and mentally, are indi- cated. This condition in a person over the age of sixty shows potential longevity and good coordination among the major organsand glands.

A White, Mucous Cloud Covering the Pupil

A white, mucous cloud covering the pupil is a sign that cataracts are developing, due to the overconsumption of dairy products and other fats, together with sugar and sweets.

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The lower region of the body, including the small and large intestines, bladder, reproductive organs, buttocks and lower region of the spine.

The front of the body, including the face, forebrain, neck and chest, respiratory and digestive systems and their

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Certain colors and marks appearing on the white of the eye indi-

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Figure 4.19 shows where various marks are likely to appear, and the

_corresponding conditions are discussed below.

A Yellow Color

Often seen in the peripheral part of the white, a yellow color shows an accumulation of fat and mucus caused by animal-quality food, indicating that the liver, gallbladder and digestive functions are in disorder.

A Grey or Dark Color’

Sometimes seen in the middle and inner regions of the white, a grey or dark color indicates stagnation of the functions of the organs and glands, including disorders in the digestive, respiratory and lym- phatic functions. -

A Transparent or Pale White Color

This color shows the presence of stagnated fat and mucus which may be progressing toward the growth of cysts, tumors and cancer. Disorders in the hormonal and lymphatic functions are indicated.

A Red Color

-Caused by many expanded blood capillaries, this indicates disorders

in the circulatory and respiratory functions caused by excessive con- sumption of yin foods and drinks. Menstrual irregularity and epilep- tic disorders are also reflected in various minute, expanded capillar- ies in the corresponding areas of the white.

_ A Straight, Long Red Line

A straight, long red line in a certain part of the white often indicates abnormal deformation of blood vessels or tissues and muscles, which may be caused by a shock, accident or surgery in the corre- sponding area of the body. |

Red Spots

Red spots appearing here and there on the white show that blood clots or circulatory stagnation are arising in the organs, glands or muscles in the corresponding areas of the body.

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Dark spots appearing here and there on the white are an indication of the formation of fat deposits, cysts, tumors, and sometimes cancer, as well as stones and calcification in the corresponding areas of the body.

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Usually arising in the middle or lower part of the white, white mucous patches indicate heavy fat accumulation, which is progress-

ing toward the formation of cysts, tumors and cancer.

Mucus

Mucus appearing at the lower part of the white, below the eyeball, is an indication of mucus and fat accumulation in the lower part of the body, including in and around the intestines, ovaries, uterus, Fallopian tubes, and prostate glands.

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A cloudy white color with a grey tone covering most of the white sig- nals a developing hardness of the eyeballs, caused by the excessive intake of fats with sugar, fruits and juices.

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Figure 4.20 The Area Inside the Upper and Lower Eyelids

The Inside of the Eyelids

The areas inside the upper and lower eyelids are usually pink and have a smooth surface, under healthy conditions (Figure 4.20). When the fol- kowing changes develop in this area, certain disorders are shown.

Reddish Color —

This color shows expansion of the blood capillaries caused by excess yin foods, and indicates that reproductive, digestive and circulatory disorders may be developing.

A Reddish-Yellow Color

Expansion of the blood capillaries is indicated, along with stagnation of fat and mucus, caused by the overconsumption of both yin foods and yang animal protein and fats, leading to disorders of the heart,

liver, kidneys, and other major organs.

A White Color —

Lack of hemoglobin or blood circulation—overall anemia—caused mainly by the overconsumption of either extremely yang foods such as salt and dry flour products, or extremely yin foods including fruit juice, soft drinks, drugs, and chemicals. _

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These show the elimination of animal protein and saturated fat com-

ing from meat, eggs, dairy products, fish and seafood which have been eaten to excess. If these pimples develop a red, inflamed condi- tion, it may be a sign of trachoma.

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Usually one or two in number and with combined red yellow and white colors, these show the elimination of animal protein and fats,- vegetable oils, sugar, and excessive liquid.

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The Sides of the Nose

The raised, bony areas on the sides of the nose indicate obscure thinking, while if these areas are less prominent, there is more of a tendency toward clear thinking (Figure 5.2).

Figure 5.2 Forms of the Nose

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Nostrils that are well developed indicate more determination and courage, as well as a strong masculine character, while less developed — nostrils show greater sensitivity, gentleness, and cowardice, as wellasa somewhat more feminine character (Figure 5.3). In the modern age, NOS- — trils are changing from the well-developed type to the less-developed © | type. Abnormally developed nostrils, as well as abnormally underde- — veloped nostrils, may reflect the sexual preference of the individual. :

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Height of the Nose

An extremely high and long nose, in the case of woman, shows an inability to conceive, and a tendency toward frigidity; while an extremely short and flat nose, in the case of man, shows low intelli- gence and a tendency toward physical violence (Figure 5.4). In gen- eral, a high nose shows a tendency to be proud, competitive, preju- diced, and discriminating, while a lower or flatter nose indicates a tendency to be more generous and accepting of differences.

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The Tip of the Nose

If the end of the nose hangs down $0 that you cannot see both nos- trils from the front, it shows a tendency toward nervousness, sensi-

tivity and a changeable mind (Figure 5.5). On the other hand, if the nose is shaped so that the two nostrils can be clearly seen from the

front, narrower, unstable thinking and a more wild character are

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Shape of the Nose

In addition to the indications mentioned above, the specific shape of the nose indicates the individual's specific physical and mental condition (see Figures 5.6, 5.7, and 5.8).

The “Eagle Nose"

A high, rounded shape sometimes called an “eagle nose" is caused by the consumption of much poultry, including eggs, resulting in a tendency to be aggressive, self-centered and rest- less,

A Drooping Nose

A drooping nose is caused by an excessive consumption of fruits and salad, as well as liquid, resulting in weakness of the heart, kidneys and bladder functions.

A Pointed Nose

A pointed nose with a tip pointing toward the front like : Pinnocchio’s, is caused by the overconsumption of certain kinds

of fruit including melons and berries, resulting in weakness of the heart and an excitable nervous condition.

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An Upward-Tilted Tip

An upward-tilted tip of the nose is caused by an excessive intake of animal food, especially fish and seafood, during the time of pregnancy, resulting in a tendency toward sharpness in think- ing, but also in narrowness and shortsightedness.

A Swollen Nose

This is caused by the excessive intake of sugar, fluid, fruits, and ‘some vegetables of tropical origin, as well as excess fats and oils,

indicates that both the circulatory and excretory systems are in

disorder.

A Nose Hardening at the Tip

This condition is caused by the intake of saturated fat, especial-

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other dairy products, resulting in a hardening of the arteries and muscles, and the accumulation of fat around the heart and other

major compacted organs including the liver, kidneys, spleen,

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Figure 5.8 The Crooked Nose

A Cleft Nose

If the tip of the nose is split or has an indentation, it is caused by nutritional imbalance, especially a shortage of minerals and complex sugars during the time of pregnancy. This condition can also be pro- duced by an excessive intake of simple sugars such as fruits, juices, and refined sugar, as well as soft drinks, all of which deprive the body of minerals and complex sugars. A cleft nose indicates that the heart is beating irregularly or murmuring. Modern people with this type of nose are becoming more and more numerous.

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A crooked nose results when the physical and mental constitutions of the parents are imbalanced, and shows an inharmonious character and physical condition.

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A Red Color on the Tip of the Nose

This color, which results from the expansion of blood capillaries, is due to an excessive intake of liquid, alcohol, stimulant and aromatic beverages and seasonings, as well as fruits, juices and sugar. This condition often shows an abnormal condition of the heart, especially irregularity of blood pressure, toward hypertension.

A Purple Nose

A purple nose, which is a more extreme case of the above-described red condition, often shows low blood pressure (hypotension), leading toward heart failure.

Expanded Capillaries

Expanded capillaries appearing on the surface skin of the nose also indicate a dangerous heart and circulatory condition, as in the case of a purple nose.

White Nose

When the color of the nose becomes whitish, it demonstrates a pos- sible contraction of the heart and blood capillaries, due to an over- consumption of salt or a lack of fresh vegetables and liquid. This condition shows a timid and hesitating mentality, and physically, coldness in the peripheral areas of the body, including the fingers, toes, and general skin surface of the whole body. |

Pimples and Patches on the Nose — Yellow-White Pimples or Patches

These can appear on any part of the nose. They show the discharge of excessive animal fat, especially dairy products. In this case, the digestive and excretory functions are in disorder.

Red or Dark Spots

These spots appearing on any part of the nose show the discharge of excessive sugar, including refined sugar, honey and fruit sugar. In this case, the excretory and circulatory functions are in disorder.

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Figure 5.9 The Cheeks

The cheek area represents the respiratory and circulatory systems, and the peripheral part of this area represents the digestive system.

GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS

The Condition of the Skin and Flesh on the Cheeks Well-Developed Cheeks

_ skin color show sound respiratory and digestive functions, especially if there are no wrinkles or pimples in this area.

Thin Cheeks.

Cheek flesh that is thinner than normal shows a lack of bal- anced nutrition, and especially a lack of protein and fat. Respiratory and digestive capacities are less than normal.

Tight Cheeks

Tight flesh on the cheeks, however, does not show an underdeveloped condition, but rather, shows active and sound functions in the above-mentioned systems.

Colors and Marks on the Cheeks

The color of the cheeks, marks on the cheeks, and skin condition reflect very clearly the internal conditions of the respiratory, circu- latory, and digestive systems. The guidelines for interpreting these

• conditions are presented below.

Lnblemished Cheeks

Clean, clear color without pimples and wrinkles shows good health.

Red or Pink Cheeks

Red or pink cheeks, except during vigorous exercise or when out in cold weather, show abnormal expansion of the blood capillaries,

caused by heart and circulatory disorders due to the overconsump- —

tion of yin foods and drinks, including liquid, fruits, juices, sugars

and drugs. In this case, there is a tendency toward hypertension, and _

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mentally, a nervous sensitivity. Breathing is also faster than normal, and the speed of blood circulation is relatively fast.

Milky White Cheeks

Milky white cheeks are caused by the overconsumption of dairy — products, such as cheese, milk, cream, and yoghurt, and the over-

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Swollen Wrinkles

Swollen wrinkles on the cheekbone indicate swollenness and fat or mucus accumulation in the intestinal tract, together with the over-

consumption of liquid.

Freckles

Freckles on the cheeks show the elimination of simple sugars, includ- ing refined cane sugar, fruit sugar, and milk sugar, as in the case of all freckles. However, freckles on the cheeks especially indicate that these sugars are harming the respiratory and digestive functions.

A Purple Color

If the purple color appears in a large area like a shadow, it indicates a serious weakening of the respiratory organs due to the overconsumption of sugar, chemicals, drugs and medicines. If it appears in small areas, it indicates blood stagnation or internal hemorrhage arising in the lungs.

A Pale Color

A pale color shows a generally anemic condition due to imbalanced nourishment, and often it shows lung tuberculosis. In the event a pale color changes toward a more transparent shade, a tubercular

condition is advancing, and leprosy and other bacterial diseases may be arising in other cases. Together with heavy animal food con-_ sumption, the intake of sugar, fruits, juices, chemicals and drugs | accelerate this extremely yin, weakening condition.

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This color appearing on the cheeks shows chronic liver disorders

caused by the excessive intake of salt, dried foods, meat, eggs, alco- — hol, and sugars, both yin and yang foods. In this case, the metabo- -

lism of the liver and gallbladder is slow due to hardening or con-

striction in these organs.

Fine Cheek Hairs

If facial hairs appear on the cheek, especially fine, small, silver hairs, it indicates an overconsumption of dairy products, showing a mal- function of the reproductive organs as well as a lowered capacity in the respiratory and digestive functions.

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The ears represent the entire physical and mental constitution and condition, and especially the kidneys as their antagonistic and com- plementary organs. Disorders of the ears are therefore related to dis- orders in certain organs or glands in the body, and in particular, the kidneys and excretory functions.

GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS The Position and Shape of the Ears

The position and shape of the ears reflect the diet that was eaten by the mother during the period of pregnancy (see Figure 5.10).

Normal Ear Position

A normal, healthy constitution formed by balanced food during the time of pregnancy results in ears that begin at eye level and extend down to mouth level at the earlobe. The lower part of the ear should attach to the head around nose level. |

Small or No Earlobe

A small earlobe, or no earlobe, indicates an imbalanced diet, espe- cially lacking in minerals. This condition reflects brain and nervous functions lacking in harmonious, broad thinking.

Pointed Ears

This results from an excessive consumption of animal protein, and show

a tendency toward aggressiveness and a narrow mind and attitude.

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Large Middle Kegion

A large middle region of the ear in proportion to the upper and lower portions indicates the overconsumption of raw vegetables and fruits, especially those of tropical origin, and a tendency to be skeptical, ‘nervous, and often timid in thinking and attitude. :

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Ears positioned high on the head are caused by excessive animal food consumed during the period of pregnancy (Figure 5.11). In this — case, the person may be more aggressive and sharp, but lacking in well-balanced thinking and attitude. — |

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Small Ears : _

Small ears are caused by the overconsumption of animal food, espe- cially meat, poultry and eggs, and the overconsumption of baked — _ - flour products during the pregnancy period. A person with small | ears tends to think of more immediate problems and with a more — conceptual orientation, but is unable to think with a broad mind and | an understanding of the surroundings. The bigger the ears, the bet- — ter the constitution.

Thick Ears

Thick ears are a sign of richness in life experience, and are caused by — well-balanced nutritional factors, resulting i in a sound mental and physical condition. —

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Ears lying flat close to the head, to the extent that they seem almost

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Slightly Angled Ears

Ears slightly separated from the head, within about a 30-degree

angle of the head, are caused by the consumption of more yin foods, including leafy and raw vegetables, fruits and juices, and show a ten-

dency to develop more mental activity than physical activity.

Protruding Ears

Ears that stick out beyond a 30-degree angle are caused by the over- consumption of more extremely yin foods, including sugar, fruits, juices, chemicals and drugs, and show a tendency toward skepti- cism, suspicion, discrimination and narrowness in daily behavior

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Figure 5.13 Areas of the Ears

The Three Layers of the Ear

The three layers of the ear, like the three major lines on the palm, cor- respond with the fundamental systems in the embryonic structure during the evolutionary process of the pregnancy period (Figure 5.13):

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from the lower part of the ear toward the upper part of the ear, cor-

responding inversely with the regions of the body, upper regions to lower regions. Accordingly, the region of the earlobe corresponds to the brain

and face, and the upper part of the ears corresponds to the intestines, bladder, reproductive organs, -and lower spine.

Each layer of the ear, as well as the specific location in the layer, thus represents certain organs and functions of the body. By examining

a certain place on the ear, we can see the internal condition of a certain”

part of the body. This principle is used in acupuncture, massage treat- ment, and other therapies, using approximately 200 points on the ear.

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The Small Flap of Cartilage

If the small flap of cartilage at the front center of the ear is well- developed and protrudes more than usual, it shows strong will, tol-

erance, perseverance, and resistance in the physical and mental con-

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The inner layer of the ear (Area A) represents the digestive and res-

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illaries, it shows digestive and respiratory disorders.

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The middle layer (Area B) represents the nervous system. If it pro- trudes abnormally, it shows a nature that is persistent, self-imposing and stubborn. A red color in this area shows nervous disorders.

The Outer Layer

The outer layer (Area C) shows the circulatory and excretory sys- tems. If it has an abnormally red color, except during vigorous exer- cise or outdoors in cold weather, it indicates spleen and lymphatic disorders. .

Purple Colored Ears A purple color shows weak circulatory functions due to consump- tion of extremely yin foods and drinks.

Enlarged Upper Area

If the upper area of the ear (Area c) is enlarged abnormally, it shows a potential for the development of hyper- or hypoglycemia, due to an overconsumption of sugar, fruits and dairy products during the time of pregnancy. ;

Clearly Separated Earlobe

If the earlobe is clearly separated from the head, and is well-devel- oped, it is an indication of clear brain and nervous functions and, in the case of women, sound reproductive organs.

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The forehead reflects the entire physical and mental constitution, and each area of the forehead corresponds to certain areas of the body. Everyone's forehead is different, and conditions of its shape, color, skin, and other characteristics reveal physical and mental constitu- tional and conditional variations. The forehead can be divided into

four areas (Figure 6.1): the lower forehead (A), the middle forehead (B), the upper forehead (C), and the rempl es (D).

A. Lower region—Digestive and respiratory systems

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The Lower Forehead

This area represents, physically, the digestive and respiratory sys- tems and their functions; and psychologically, sensory discrimina- tion and practicality. If the bone and muscle structure develops well, it shows that these digestive and respiratory functions are strong and sound, and that physical and mental energies are active in daily life. A change of color and other abnormal symptoms in this region indi- cate a change of internal conditions, as explained below.

A Red Color

This color shows that the digestive functions are disordered, with expansion of parts of the digestive vessel such as the stomach and intestines, due to an overconsumption of animal fat, vegetable oil, fruits, juices, sugar, alcohol, and liquid, as well as other very yin foods and drinks. It is also a sign that inflammation may be devel- oping in the respiratory or digestive organs, with an accumulation of fat and mucus in both the lungs and large intestines.

A Dark Color

A dark color indicates slow metabolism in the respiratory and diges- tive functions, mainly due to an overconsumption of yang foods such as meat, eggs, salts, dried foods, baked flour products, and others. Constipation and breathing difficulties may be present.

A Green Color .

A green color shows an accumulation of mucus and fat developing toward the formation of cysts, tumors and cancer in the respiratory or digestive systems, due to an overconsumption of animal fat, dairy

food, and yin foods and drinks such as fruits, juices, soft drinks,

refined flour products, chemicals, drugs, and medications.

White or Yellow Patches, Pimples and Spots

White or yellow patches, pimples and spots represent the elimination of mucus and fat accumulated in the lungs and intestines, mainly due to the overconsumption of poultry, eggs, cheese, milk, and other dairy products.

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Red pimples show an elimination of excessively yin foods, including

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The Central Region of the Lower Forehead

This region of the forehead represents the condition of the liver and gallbladder (Figure 6.2).

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Vertical Wrinkles

Vertical wrinkles appearing in this region—very common among modern people—are a sign of accumulation of mucus and fat in the liver, and expansion or hardening of the liver. The deeper and longer the wrinkles are, the worse the condition is. There may be only one wrinkle, or several. If only one or two,-the liver is harder and more rigid, with stagnation in its functions. These vertical lines have been known as a sign of anger, and therefore the words for anger, kan shaku ( Bt), which have been used in Japan and China for centuries, are written with two characters meaning ‘liver pains,’ or acute dis- ease of the liver. These wrinkles represent not only physical disor- ders in the liver and gallbladder, but also a mental tendency toward upset, short temper and excitement. a

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Pimples

Pimples in this area, with or without any wrinkles, show hard fat deposits in the liver, or stone formation in the gallbladder, due to a long-time consumption of animal fat, including dairy products. This also indicates mental inflexibility.

Dry, Flaky Skin

Dry, flaky skin in this region, possibly extending into the region above the eyebrows, shows an overconsumption of fats and oils from both animal and vegetable sources, together with flour products, and

a lack of adequate vegetable consumption.

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This area shows the nervous system’s condition. If the area is well- —

developed, it indicates a sound intellectual capacity. If this area is indented in relation to the upper and lower regions of the forehead,

natural instincts are active. Changes in color and other symptoms in .

this region show various nervous disorders, as discussed below.

A Red Color

A red color shows nervousness, oversensitivity, excitability, and instability, due to the overconsumption of yin foods, including stim- ulants, aromatic beverages, fruits, juices, soft drinks, and others.

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A white color is caused by an overconsumption of dairy products,

especially milk, cream and yoghurt, together with excessive liquid.

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are cloudy and unclear.

A Yellow Color

A yellow color shows that nervous functions tend to be alert, but nar- row and inflexible. Although the major cause is the excessive intake of eggs, poultry and dairy food, in some instances a similar condition

may also be produced by the overconsumption of root vegetables,

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Freckles

Dark spots and patches, usually called "freckles," in this area as well as in any other area of the forehead, show the elimination of exces- sive sugars, fruits, juices, honey, milk sugar, and other sweets, as well as chemicals, drugs and medications.

Red Pimples or Spots

Red pimples or spots also show the elimination of similar yin foods,

_ but emphasizing more sugar and fruits combined with refined white

flour products or dairy products. However, this condition is more temporary compared with a condition of freckles or dark spots.

The Upper Forehead

The upper region of the forehead immediately below the hairline

represents the circulatory and excretory systems and their functions. If this region is well developed, it shows sound circulatory and

excretory functions, including sound conditions of the heart, kidneys

and bladder. However, if this region is not developed, these systems are weaker than normal. This region also represents the spiritual character, which is parallel to the degree of development of this region: if it is well-developed and well-balanced in form, it shows a

sound spiritual capacity, including an understanding of the invisible ‘mental /spiritual world, with a larger view than usual. Changes in color and other appearances in this region indicate

various physical, mental and spiritual tendencies, as detailed below.

A Red Color

A red color shows that the circulatory functions are overworking due to excessive consumption of liquids, fruits, juices and other yin foods

and drinks, including alcohol, stimulant and aromatic beverages. This causes a faster pulse and in some cases produces fever. The

excretory functions also become overactive, with frequent urination, indigestion and diarrhea.

A White Color

A white color and white patches appear due to the overconsumption.

of fats and oils, including dairy products as well as fats and oils from both animal and vegetable sources. This condition is often accompa-

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nied by silver "baby hairs" caused by the overconsumption of milk and other dairy products. A high cholesterol and fatty acid content may be observed in the bloodstream. Weakening heartbeat as well as accumulation of fat and mucus in the kidneys, ureter, and other excretory organs are indicated.

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A Dark Color

Dark color and patches are caused by the consumption of excess sugars, including sugars from fruits and juices, milk and cane. Honey, syrups and refined white flour products are not excepted. The kidneys may be form- ing deposits of fat and mucus, cysts and stones, and bladder infections may occureasily,

A Yellow Color

Yellow color and patches show the elimination of excessive animal fat, especially from meat, poultry, eggs and cheese. Fish oils can also con- tribute to this condition. The bloodstream in this condition has a high cho- _ lesterol and fatty acid content, and the functions of the liver and gallblad- der are in disorder.

Pimples

Pimples in this area show the elimination of different types of food con-

sumed in excess: red pimples from sugar, fruits and juices; white pimples ~~

from fats and oils; yellowish pimples from animal fats and cholesterol; and dark pimples from protein and fat together, as in the case of moles and warts, :

Receding Hairline

Receding hair in this region, resulting in a:bald forehead region, is caused by the overconsumption of yin foods, including liquids, alcohol, fruits, juices, sugars and other sweets. This condition shows that the heart and circulatory functions are overworking due to a larger volume of blood and lymph fluid, and a thinner quality of these fluids. The excretory functions are overactive, and especially urination is overactive and frequent.

The Temples

The temples correspond to the functions of the spleen, pancreas, liver and gallbladder, as described on the next page.

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A Green Color

Green vessels appearing in this region show abnormal lymph circulation due to an overactive spleen or underactive gallbladder, and are caused by

excess fluid and sugar, fats and_,oils, alcohol and stimulants, and other yin foods and drinks.

A Dark Color

A dark color shows the elimination of excess sugars including cane sugar, honey, syrups, chocolate, fruits, juices and milk. This condition also arises sometimes from the opposite cause—excess consumption of salts and salt- treated foods, as well as dried foods. This condition shows that the liver, spleen and kidneys are underactive. The pancreatic functions also tend to produce an irregular sugar level, resulting in such conditions as hyper- glycemia and hypoglycemia.

Patches and Pimples

Patches and pimples appearing in this region also show the elimination of various excesses from dairy products. Red pimples and patches are caused by excess sugar, sweets, fruits and juices. Whitish yellow pimples are caused by fats and oils from both animal and vegetable sources. Dark patches and pimples are caused by excessive sweets, or else by salt and flour products. Moles and warts are caused by excess proteins and fat together. These show, respectively, disorders in the spleen and pancreas, liver and gallbladder.

The Forehead as a Whole

The entire forehead shows the entire physical condition, and the nervous _

system in particular.

Clean and Clear

A forehead that is clean and clear with normal skin conditions shows physical and mental health, with all metabolisms in harmony.

Watery

A watery forehead, especially the upper region, shows disorders in the cir- culatory and excretory systems due to excessive liquid consumption, including fruits and fruit juices.

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Figure 6.3 Horizontal Wrinkles on the Forehead

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An oily skin condition indicates disorders in the liver, the gallbladder, and the digestive system, due to an overconsumption of oily foods, including fats and oils from both animal and vegetable sources.

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When horizontal wrinkles on the forehead arise early in adulthood, they are caused by excess liquid including all beverages, fruits, fruit juice and dairy products, often together with excess fats and oils (Figure 6. 3). However, horizontal wrinkles appearing on the fore- head after the age of fifty are more natural, due to the construction of the tissues of the forehead. These lines represent the major systems of the body, as follows. If four lines appear, do not count either the top or the bot- tom line, whichever one is weaker; and if five lines appear, discount the top and bottom lines.

Bottom lines: The digestive and respiratory systems,

corresponding to the life line on the palm.

& Middle line: The nervous system, corresponding to the line of intellect on the palm.

& The upper line: The circulatory and excretory sys- tems, corresponding to the line of emotion on the palm.

These three lines should be long, deep and clear in the case of a healthy physical and mental condition. If any of them is weak, dim and broken, that particular system is weak. If red, dark, white or yel- low spots appear on any line, it indicates a certain disordered area in

that system.

Hair

Hairs growing on the forehead show the overconsumption of certain

foods:

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& Fine, brown-yellow hairs are caused by animal protein and fat.

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Hair growing on any part of the body indicates the elimination of -

excessive nourishment. The main substance of the hair is protein, fat and minerals, but hair is also produced by the consumption of carbohydrates, which turn into protein and fat in the body. Hair can be divided into two general categories:

® Hair that grows in an upward direction, such as head hair.

® Hair that grows ina downward direction, such as the moustache, beard, and most body hair.

Upward-growing hair tends to result more from vegetable-quality foods, including carbohydrgtes, while downward-growing hair

results more from protein and fat from both animal and vegetable

sources.

Hair resembles growing trees and plants on the surface of the

earth. The quality of the hair—its hardness or softness, lightness or darkness, wetness or dryness, its length, and other characteristics—

clearly shows our physical and mental-constitutions and conditions.

For example, people who live in a northern climate with less sun- shine usually have blonde or brown hair with a fine, soft texture; and people who live in a warmer climate with strong sunshine produce

darker and harder hair. These climatic differences result in differ-—

ences in diet, producing different kinds of hair, according to the prin-

ciples presented in the following table.

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Climate

Dietary Practice Type of Hair

Cold (yin)

Cool, four-season climate (yin)

Warmer four-season climate (yang)

Hot semi-tropical climate (yang)

More animal food, dairy products, fish, Blond, red, brunette; fine, thin, and seasonal, well-cooked grains and softer, and curved hair (yin). vegetables; more salt (yang).

Well-cooked grains and vegetables, Brunette, brown and black; with occasional fruits. Animal food, soft but slightly harder. dairy products, fish and seafood (yang). Straighter, less curved (yin).

Grains, vegetables and fruits, | | Dark or black; harder including raw vegetables and fruits, and straight (yang). with little animal food, dairy products, —

fish or seafood (yin).

Grains, vegetables, including raw foods, Black, hard and curly (yang). fresh fruits and juices; very little animal — food, dairy food, fish or seafood (yin).

According to these principles, a yang physical condition, nourished by yang foods, produces a yin type of hair; and a yin physical condi- tion, nourished by yin foods, produces a yang type of hair. It is thus easy to understand why an infant, who has a more yang condition (smaller size, higher temperature, etc.) produces a yin type of hair— soft and curving with a lighter color—and as it grows, the hair changes to become harder and straighter with a darker color, gener-

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GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS

Hair appears on various parts of the body, and by examining its color, texture and other characteristics, we can diagnose the condi- tions of the various organs and functions that correspond to its spe- cific appearance, as discussed below. __ -

Hair on the Head

The hair on the head is a good reflection of our physical and mental condition, and especially shows our condition during the time the hair was growing. Each strand of hair represents all phases of the

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entire growing period, the end of the strand reflecting the past, and the root area reflecting the present. A microscopic examination would show distinct variations in thickness, color, hardness, texture and curliness along one strand of hair (Figure 7.1). If we examine a strand of hair that has taken one year to grow, we can divide it into sections representing the four seasons or twelve months. The condi- tion of each section reveals what kinds of food and drink were con-— sumed, what types of sickness were experienced, and what mental states were occurring. The table below presents general guidelines.

Hair Quality Type of Nourishment Thicker; lighter More protein and fat. Thicker: darker More carbohydrates, vegetable protein and oils. Thinner; lighter More animal-quality foods, or well-cooked vegetable foods with salt. — Thinner; darker ~ . More well-cooked vegetable-quality foods with salt. Curly . a More animal-quality foods with salt, under temperate climatic conditions; more carbohydrates with strong sunshine under tropical

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However, it should be remembered that hair grows more slowly in the late fall and winter, and faster in the spring and summer, so that the seasonal sections of hair will not be of equal length. As shown in Figure 7.2, the hair on the head can be divided into «several areas which correspond with regions of the body.

Head Hair Corresponding Region of Body

Front (A) Kidney, bladder, the excretory system and its functions.

Side (B} Lungs, large intestines and their functions.

Top (C} Heart, circulatory system, small intestines and their functions.

Side near the back (D) Spleen, pancreas, stomach and their functions.

Back (E) Liver, gallbladder and their functions.

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Hair also shows the inner and peripheral conditions of the body: the ends of the hair show the more inner regions of the body, and the roots, the more peripheral regions.

Accordingly, changes in color and other characteristics arising in certain areas of the head indicate the condition of the corresponding systems, organs, glands and functions of the body.

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Split Ends

split ends are a manifestation of a yin condition of differentiation or

branching out, and indicate that the inner region of the body is affected by an overconsumption of yin foods—overeating in general, including sugar and sweets, oils and fats, fruits and juices, and a lack of hard, fibrous grains, vegetables and seaweed as well as properly balanced minerals (Figure 7.3). This condition especially reveals that the ovaries and uterus, prostate gland and testicles, and the repro- ductive functions in general are not in sound condition. ©

Typical split ends

Grey and White Hair

Grey and white hair develops naturally with | age. This. is a good

cal condition produces this color. If excess animal food or well- cooked vegetable foods are eaten, with a relatively large volume of

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example to demonstrate that an excessively yang, contracting physi- —

salt and minerals, and without sufficient fresh, leafy vegetables, this _ color can easily occur. The consumption of grey sea salt, or baked —

condition. As the hair turns grey or white, the liver and gallbladder func-

tions become underactive, and the personality becomes more deter- mined, rigid, and stubborn, with a narrow mind.

Wet and Dry Hair

The consumption of liquid, including all beverages, fruits, fruit juices

and other liquid used in cooking produce more wet hair. In this case, the circulatory and excretory functions are overactive, with overac- tive and frequent urination. oe

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On the other hand, dehydration results in dry hair. In this case, |

in addition to liver and gallbladder functions, the functions of the

spleen and pancreas are also abnormal, with stagnation in the circu- _

latory and respiratory functions.

Oily Hair

Overconsumption of fat and oil from both animal and vegetable sources, but not to the extent that fat accumulation underneath the skin prevents perspiration, produces oily hair. The fats and oils that cause this type of hair are more of the unsaturated kind.

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Dandruff

Dandruff is an elimination of excessive food, especially proteins and fats, that results in peeling skin. It can be caused by overeating in general; or by the overconsumption of any kind of animal food; or by oily and fatty foods of both animal and vegetable quality. Dandruff indicates, physically, disorders in the kidneys and excretory functions;

and psychologically, a changeable mind, indecisiveness, excitability

and a short temper.

_ HairLoss

Hair loss is common among modern societies. It can occur in patches, or in one of three general types of baldness. All hair loss results from one of two major causes, as discussed below.

On the Front Sides Hair loss at the front sides of the head (Area A in Figure 7.4) is

due to the expansion of tissues, caused by the overconsump- tion of liquid and other yin foods and drinks, including all bev-

chemicals, drugs, medications, raw vegetables, tomatoes, egg- plant and other vegetables of tropical origin. In this condition, the heart and circulatory functions, kidneys and excretory functions, and the reproductive vitalities are declining.

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underactive. Mentally, there is a tendency to be more conceptual and intellectual, rather than practical and materialistic. _

On the Central Region

Hair loss in the central region of the head (Area B in Figure 7.4) arises when there is an overconsumption of yang foods, including meat, poul- try, eggs, dairy food, and in some cases, fish and seafood. Animal pro- tein, heavy saturated fats, salt, and dry foods cause this type of baldness.

In this case, the heart, liver, pancreas and reproductive organs

are gathering an accumulation of fat and mucus, resulting in hard- ‘ness and rigidity in the muscles and tissues. This condition tends to produce cardiovascular disorders, chronic digestive trouble, and the .

formation of cysts and tumors. Mentally, it shows a more aggressive, offensive and determined attitude, with an orientation toward prac- tical and materialistic thinking.

On the Front and Central Regions

Hair loss in the front and central regions of the head, covering a large area (both A and B), is caused by a combination of the two conditions described above: both extremes of heavy yang animal food and yin foods such as sugar, fruits, juices, chemicals and drugs, and a lack of bal- anced nutritional factors from grains, beans, vegetables and seaweed. Therefore, a variety of physical symptoms arise, including acute and degenerative diseases. Mentally, there is a tendency to develop a schizophrenic condition, changes of mood, irritability, with a lack of steadiness, patience, generosity, compassion and perseverance.

Losses in Pa tches

Hair loss in patches may arise temporarily in a certain area of the head, due to one or two types of food, as described above. The loca- tion of this kind of hair loss indicates a temporary disorder in the cor- responding region of the body. For example, hair loss in patches at the top of the head near the hair spiral is due to a sudden overcon- sumption of animal food, disturbing the functions of the small intes- tine. If the hair loss occurs at the sides of the head, it is caused by a sudden intake of a large amount of animal fats, dairy products, and vegetable oils, with fruits or fruit juices, which is temporarily dis- turbing the functions of the lungs. | | |

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Moustaches and Beards

Moustaches and beards are also eliminations of excessive food, and like head hair, are normal processes of discharge. They normally

appear in men and not in women. If a man does not have a moustache &

and beard, it is an abnormal condition, as when a woman has a mous-

tache and beard. Since the area around the mouth corresponds to the

genital area, the moustache and beard are closely connected with the condition and function of the male and female hormones.

General guidelines for diagnosis are as follows:

Heavy Growth

A heavier moustache and beard indicates more nourishment, includ- ing overeating and a faster metabolism. The overconsumption of ani- mal-quality foods creates a much heavier moustache and beard than

vegetable-quality foods, although vegetable foods can also produce —

them if eaten to excess. This condition shows a more physical nature, with a tendency to be strong but mentally rough.

Thin Growth

A thinner moustache and beard indicate less nourishment, especial- ly less protein and fat, and slower metabolism. Since the speed of

• growth of the moustache and beard is proportional to metabolic

activity, a person who is less physically active has a more slowly

growing moustache and beard. In this case, there is a tendency to

have a more mental, esthetic and delicate nature.

Feminine Growth

A moustache or beard appearing on a woman is caused by a diet rich

in animal-quality foods, or protein and fat, or by overeating in gen-

eral. Women should have no moustache or beard, and when they appear, it indicates disorders in the reproductive functions.

A Large Area of Growth

A moustache and beard covering an unusually large area, especially on the cheek region, is caused by an overconsumption of dairy prod- ucts or other animal fats. In this case, the reproductive activity is lower than average, and mental capacities are rather limited, espe- cially the capacity for higher spiritual functions.

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Hair appears on many areas of the body, and it is different in every per- son, according to variations in diet followed since the time of pregnan- cy. In general, we can see a few basic patterns relating to hair growth:

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& People living in hot or warmer climates have less body hair than people living in colder climates.

& People who have eaten vegetable-quality foods have less body hair than people who have eaten animal-quality foods.

& Women have less body hair than men.

The amount of body hair tends to decrease as biological evolu- tion progresses toward higher species. The shells of invertebrates and amphibians, the scales of fish and reptiles, have evolved into body hair in mammals. As mammals develop toward the human state, body hair rapidly disappears, and is completely absent in women—the highest stage of biological evolution on earth at present.

Those who have body hair, therefore, whether men or women, have not been following a daily diet suitable for human beings— cereal grains and vegetables—but have been eating other types of food, including meat, poultry, eggs, dairy products, sugar, and food rich in protein and fat of both animal and vegetable quality.

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Diagnosis of Body Hair Depending on its location (see Figure 7.5), body hair shows different causes and conditions, as explained in the following table.

Location Cause | Condition

Chest region Animal fat, dairy products, vegetable oil. Weakness in bronchi, lungs, (Area A) and respiratory functions. Abdominal region Animal protein, saturated fats. Weakness in intestines (Area B) and digestive functions. Upper back region Both animal and vegetable fats: Weakness in lungs and (Area C) overconsumption of sugar | respiratory functions.

and other carbohydrates.

Middle back region Excess dairy products and other _ Weakness in kidneys and (Area D) animal fats; vegetable fats; excretory functions. overconsumption of protein.

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Hair in any place Excess animal and vegetable Weakness in the organ and its protein and fat. function located in that place.

Hair on the Arms and Legs

Less arm and leg hair shows that less animal food has been con- sumed, while more arm and leg hair shows that more animal food has been consumed, as well as vegetable food rich in protein and fat. Hair on the legs is usually harder and thicker than hair on the arms. In the case of woman, thick leg hairs show that the reproductive functions tend to be either overactive or inhibited. In the case of man, | it is normal to have a small amount of hair on the arms and legs, unlike women, who have very little or none if in good health.

Arm hair of white-silver color—"baby hair"—is caused by the overconsumption of dairy products, especially milk. In this case, the respiratory and digestive functions tend to be weak, and there may be an accumulation of fat and mucus in various parts of the body.

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Pelvic Hair

Everyone has a different condition of pelvic hair, due to differences in the physical constitution developed during the time of pregnancy, as well as differences in diet from infancy to the present. Guidelines are presented in the following table.

Type of Hair

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cases, including beans, nuts and other oily food.

Less nourishment or less eating,

especially protein and fat. More vegetable consumption

with dairy food in some cases.

Excess protein and fat, with dairy products, sugar, fruits and juices.

Less variety of food, especially .

proteins and fats.

Overconsumption of eggs, cheese, milk and blue-skinned fish, or flour products, fruits, juices, sugars and other yin foods, with a lack of grains and vegetables.

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Thick, long underarm hair is caused by the overconsumption of food, and especially proteins and fats, together with excessive liquid,

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including all beverages, fruits and juices. In this condition, the diges- tive functions tend to be weaker.

Thinner and shorter underarm hair is caused by less nourish- ment and more consumption of vegetables and fruits than food rich in carbohydrates, protein and fat. This condition reveals a potential weakness of the respiratory and circulatory functions.

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The hands and feet, as the end points of the arms and legs, may be considered as extensions of the internal organs. Therefore, they reflect the constitutions and conditions of various organs. The more peripheral areas of the hands, toward the fingertips, correspond to the deeper parts of the organs (Figure 8.1). The arms, hands and fin- gers, as well as the legs, feet and toes, are created in a spirallic pat- tern growing out from the internal organs, from which energy is dis-

charged after the organs are formed, during the embryonic period. They continue to develop after birth, and act as peripheral parts of

the body for the discharge of energy, vibrations, and nutritional

excesses from the inner regions of the body. Thus, they can also

reveal recent and present physical and mental conditions.

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GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE HANDS

‘ The hand can be divided into two general areas: the palm and the _ : fingers. The palm reflects more the physical constitution, while the fingers reflect more the mental tendencies. We can also divide the hand into six regions, which correlate with the six major meridians

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Palms and Fingers Correlating to Body Functions

Area A: The thumb and its base correspond to the lungs and their functions.

Area B: The index finger and its base, or root, down to the base of the palm, and including the same region on the back of the hand, corre- spond to the large intestine and its functions.

Area C: The middle finger and its root, including that region on the back of the hand, correspond to the three chakras, which are energy — centers for the heart, stomach, and abdominal regions, and the circu-

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Area D: The ring finger and its root, including the same region on the back of the hand, correspond to the three chakras or energy centers in control of vitality, temperature and energy.

Area E: The little finger and its root; on the palm side only, corre-_

spond to the heart and circulatory functions.

Area F: The little finger and its root, on the back of the hand, corre- spond to the small intestine and its functions.

The palm can be divided into three regions following the basic lines on the palm, which correspond to the major systems of the body (Figure 8.3),

Line A and its Region: This corresponds to the digestive and respira- tory functions. It is called the "life line” due to its vital importance for life activity and longevity.

Line B and its Region: This corresponds to the nervous functions. It is

called the “line of intellect" since it reflects the brain and nervous

qualities.

Line C and its Region: This corresponds to the circulatory and excretory

functions. It is called the "line of emotion" due to the decisive influence of the blood, lymph and urinary conditions upon emotional activity.

The fingers can also be divided into three regions according to the sections marked by their knuckles (Figure 8.4).

Area (A): This base area corresponds to the digestive and respiratory functions. In the case of the thumb, this is the root region.

Area (B): This middle region corresponds to the nervous functions. In

the thumb, this is the base area.

Area (C): This tip region corresponds to the circulatory and excretory functions. | |

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The Nails | — The nails are an elimination of excessive nutrients in the form of min- erals and protein, as in the case of hair. They therefore represent the

whole body’s condition, and clearly reveal the past changing condi- | . tion during the period of nail growth.

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Using the general guidelines described above, variations in constitu- tion and condition can be understood as follows: |

Length of the Palm

If the palm is longer than the fingers, the physical constitution is — well-developed, and has greater strength, resistance and persever- } nce. On the other hand, if the fingers are nearly the same length as — the palm or, in some rare cases, longer, the mental capacities are more developed, although there is a tendency toward physical weakness. __

Thickness of the Palm

A thick palm represents a good constitution nourished by well-bal- anced foods and drinks, indicating the potential for a generally — sound, healthy and prosperous life. A thin palm, caused by imbal- _ anced nourishment, represents weaker health and vitality, with fre- — quent struggles and hardship. |

Width of the Palm’

A wide palm results from good, balanced food, including grains, beans, and vegetables, showing physical strength and vitality with a potentially long life. A narrow palm, on the other hand, results from ~~

_ the overconsumption of sugar and sweets, fruits and juices, and other yin foods, and shows a weaker constitution with a potentially — short life.

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Wet palms, unpleasant during a handshake, indicate an overcon- sumption of liquid, including all beverages, milk, fruits, juices,

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uid condition. General fatigue, both physical and mental, is occur- ring. Excessive sweat and unpleasant body odors may be present. Insomnia, emotional disturbance, forgetfulness, and cloudy think- ing often accompany this condition.

However, hands that are too dry indicate dehydration, and the temperature of the palms is usually cold because of the contraction of tissues, blood vessels and capillaries. The overconsumption of dried foods, animal food, salts, and a lack of fluid produces this con-

dition. Physically and mentally, it indicates rigidity and inflexibility. _ Although the thinking may be sharp, there is often a tendency

toward narrowness, prejudice, misunderstanding, and fanaticism. This condition can be seen sometimes even among grain-and-veg- etable eaters if they consume too much salt and too little liquid.

A normal, healthy condition will include a palm that is slightly moist with a cool temperature. The degree of moisture is very subtle, and it is almost not detectable. In this condition, the palm has a clean, clear color, and the physical metabolism and mental activities are well-coordinated. Urination is taking place three to four times per day, a healthy average for an adult.

Color of the Palms

The color of the palm should be clean and clear and uniform. If the periphery of the palm develops a red color, it shows that the heart and circulatory functions are overactive due to the overconsumption

of stimulant beverages, fruits and juices, and other yin foods and

drinks. If a purple color develops, especially in the area between the little finger and the base of the palm, it indicates disorders of the cir- culatory and excretory functions. If a green color arises in that area, tumors and cancer may be growing in the intestinal region.

If the palm becomes more yellow than usual, there is excessive bile

secretion due to liver, gallbladder, circulatory and excretory disorders,

caused by the overconsumption of animal food, including eggs, dairy food, oils and fats, and salt. This condition may be caused in some cases by an overconsumption of some root vegetables such as carrots, or some round vegetables such as pumpkin or autumn squash.

Changes of Colors on the Back of Hands

The color of the back of the hand may change to red or purple depending upon the environmental temperature. However, if these

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colors arise under normal circumstances, it indicates disorders in the circulatory, excretory, digestive and nervous systems due to imbal-

_ anced dietary habits, especially the overconsumption of yin foods as—

well as chemicals, drugs and medications.

If marijuana, hashish, LSD and other hallucinatory drugs, as well — as medications, are used repeatedly for some period, their discharge ) ing process changes the color of the hand and fingers to red or pur- — ple, especially on the back of the hand. The estimated time needed to

_ eliminate these drugs and chemicals from the body are shown in the —

table below.

Area Where Red | oe Time Needed 7 or Purple ColorAppears > for Elimination = _ Tip of fingers 7 Six months

Tip and middle sections of fingers One year : The entire length of the fingers | Two years — The entire hand, including the back | Four years

of the hand to the wrist

While this elimination is proceeding, the physical metabolism and organ functions are slower than normal, especially the functions ~ of the heart, kidneys and reproductive organs. At the same time, the — brain and nervous functions remain abnormal, often showing over- 7 sensitivity, fanaticism, conceptuality, depression, excitability, insta- |

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changes of mind, as well as undependability. This physical and mental condition arises to a lesser degree if — sugar and sweets, fruits and juices, dairy products and refined flour ° products, vitamins and supplements, and other yin foods and drinks — are consumed i in excess.

Change of Color at the Root of the Thumb

If a red, blue or purple color develops at the root of the thumb™ between the thumb and line A, it shows that the digestive functions _ are in disorder, especially in the small and large intestines, due to dietary imbalance (Figure 8.5). If a similar color appears on the back |

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of the hand between the root of the thumb and the index linger, it is also an indication of digestive disorders, especially in the large intes- ' tine. A green color in that region shows the development of tumors. or cancer in the descending colon if on the left hand, and in the ; ascending colon if on the right*hand. _

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| Strength and Flexibility of the Hands

Thick, strong fingers with a well-developed bone structure show a strong physical constitution, especially in the nervous system. Thin, long fingers indicate a more mental and spiritual nature, with an artistic orientation. Many musicians have this type of fingers. Flexibility of the joints of the hands and fingers shows physical and mental flexibility, while their inflexibility shows physical and mental rigidity. When the hand is fully stretched, if the fingers can curve backward, it indicates a greater mental and spiritual capacity ' (Figure 8.6). On the other hand, if the fingers tend to curve forward _when the hand is stretched, it shows mental rigidity and physical strength.

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be done, it indicates inflexibility and the potential for hardening | of the arteries, nerves, and wr muscles. _¢

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Flexibility of the joints of the fingers, hands, and wrists is important in maintaining an adapt- able life. The greater the flexibility, the more — capacity there is to adapt the physical and mental — | conditions to the environment. Loss of flexibility — is due to hardening of the muscles, arteries and | nervous system, caused by an overconsumption — of animal food, especially rich in protein, saturat- ed fats and cholesterol. This condition is also — accelerated by overeating in general, and by an excessive intake of salt and minerals. —

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When the fingers are spread, tiny webs appear between them at their roots (Figure 8.7). If these webs are abnormally large, it indicates that more yin foods were eaten by the mother during —~ the early part of pregnancy, including chemi- | cals, drugs and medications. If the webs are — small, an excessive consumption of such yin | foods did not take place at that time. Large webs — between the fingers are becoming common’ | “among modern babies, and are often surgically — removed after birth. :

Space Between the Fingers

If the fingers are held closed and viewed from the ~ back of the hand, and no space is showing, it is an | indication of well-balanced nourishment. If spaces show between the fingers, it is caused by | certain nutritional deficiencies, especially in the— proportion among carbohydrates, proteins, fats | and minerals, and reflects imbalances in the— physical and mental constitution in general : (Figure 8.8). Accordingly, it has been said tradi-— tionally that if a person has a space between his | fingers, he is unable to keep what he receives—a_, sign of misfortune.

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Color of the Center of the Palm

The center of the palm is slightly indented (Figure 8.9). If that region

does not have a clean and clear color, and if it feels rigid and tight with slight pain when it is pressed, there is general physical and mental fatigue caused by underactive digestive and circulatory functions, resulting from an imbalanced diet. A change of color in this area reflects disorders arising in certain systems of the body, as explained in the table below.

Color of Palm Affected Systems

Red Circulatory

Purple Respiratory and reproductive Dark Excretory

Yellow Liver and gallbladder

This color change also arises on the base of the palm and wrist on the inside of the hand, and we can diagnose the corresponding conditions in the same way as for the center of the palm.

Swollenness at the Base of the Palm

If we press along the bony, fleshy region at the base of the palm, and swollenness arises at the wrist joint immediately under the palm (see Figure 8.10), the following disorders can be diagnosed:

® Swollenness arising at point A, under the base of the thumb, indi-

cates disorders in the lungs and respiratory functions, and the large

intestine and its functions.

& Swollenness at point B, under the center of the hand, shows dis- orders in the circulatory and reproductive functions.

® Swollenness at point C, under the base of the little finger, shows disorders in the heart and circulatory functions, as well as in the small intestine and its functions.

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When the fingers are stretched, they should be straight and well-bal- anced in general. If certain fingers curve toward the inside or outside of the hand, it shows that certain organs and functions in the body tend to be overactive or underactive due to dietary imbalances dur- | ing the periods of pregnancy and childhood growth (Figure 8.11). These fingers correspond with certain functions in the body accord-~~ ing to meridian flow. General correspondences are presented in the

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‘monious condition caused by the overconsumption of yang foods, _

including animal food, overcooked food, and oversalted food. It they i curve away from the middle finger, the cause is the overconsumption _ of yin foods, including sugar and sweets, fruits and juices, raw veg- — etables—especially of tropical origin—beverages, alcohol, chemicals

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The Length and Height of the Fingers

If the fingers are stretched to full length, under normal balanced con-—

ditions, the longest is the middle finger; second, the index finger; third, : the ring finger; and fourth, the thumb and little finger. In height—their_ apparent length when viewed together on the hand—the highest - should be the middle finger; next, the index and ring fingers; next, the _ little finger; and last, the thumb. The height of the ring finger should be | between the level of the middle linger and the thumb.

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_ However, different physical constitutions produce different lengths and heights. If the index finger appears taller than the ring finger, it shows a native weakness in the large intestines; and if the Figure 8.11 ring finger appears taller than the index finger, approaching the Curved Fingers height of the middle finger, it indicates possible disorders in the heart, stomach or small intestines. If the little finger appears taller than the midpoint between the heights of the middle finger and the thumb, it shows that chronic disorders in the heart and small intes-

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The tips of the fingers have different shapes, depending upon differ- ences in constitution (Figure 8.12). General guidelines are provided

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animal food with less vegetable food during the pregnancy. The fin- ) gertip shows a character that is physically active, determined, theo-_

retical and aggressive.

Round Fingertips

Round fingertips (B) show that the parents were healthy, and thes mother ate mainly yang, well-cooked grains and vegetables, with —

less animal food, during pregnancy. They show a gay, active, ener--~ getic and positive personality, with understanding and sympathy.

_ Narrow, Pointed Fingertips

These fingertips (C) show that the mother ate more yin, vegetable™: foods with less cooking, including fruits, sweets and other yin foods | during pregnancy, and these were also eaten during the childhood™ growing period. They show a physical tendency to be more weak,

and a mental tendency to be more sensitive and delicate, with an7 artistic character, interested in the arts and metaphysical problems.

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These fingertips (D) show the consumption of yang animal food with | yin sugar, fruits, juices and sweets, resulting in an offensive, aggres- sive, self-centered and discriminating character. If the thumb has this - shape, like the head of a poisonous snake, it shows that the father had a very wild, aggressive personality. -_

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SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF THE FINGERTIPS

Since the fingertips are a point of discharge for excess energy through the skin and the meridians, their condition often changes, showing changes in the internal condition of the body.

Cracked, Split Fingertips

This condition shows that excess yin foods are being discharged, including sugar and sweets, fruits and juices, soft drinks and chemi-

cals, drugs and medications. The internal functions are in disorder,

including the circulatory, excretory and reproductive functions. Sexual weakness, impotence, and frigidity often appear in this condition.

White, Fatty Skin on the Fingertips

White, fatty skin on the fingertips shows an accumulation of fat from both animal and vegetable sources, and especially an overconsump- tion of dairy products. The digestive and lymphatic systems are often

disordered, and the kidneys and liver may be forming. cysts or |

tumors. There may also be fat and mucus accumulating in the lungs.

Red or Purple Fingertips

This is caused by the overconsumption of yin foods. The lungs and

_ respiratory functions, and heart and circulatory functions are abnor- mal. Oversensitivity, nervousness, irritability, and depression are

occurring, as well as changes of mind.

Hard, Flaky Skin on the Fingertips

This shows the overconsumption of dairy products and other animal fats, along with excessive protein, mainly from animal sources.

Hardening of the arteries and muscles is arising, along with rigidity —

in both body and mind. The overconsumption of eggs can also cause this condition.

Soft, Peeling Skin on the Fingertips

This results from the overconsumption of liquid and sugar, including | all beverages, fruits and juices, alcohol and other drinks, as well as

drugs and medications. The heart and circulatory function, and the kidneys and excretory functions are now overactive. Mentally, over- sensitivity and emotional irritability are present.

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As in the case of all peripheral parts of the body, the nails area form + of elimination of excessive nourishment, especially minerals, pro- teins and fats. As long as eating continues, the growth of the nails also continues. The nails therefore show the physical and mental

condition during the growing period, including the present condi- } tion. Guidelines for diagnosis are provided below.

The Color of the Nails

Like the color of the lips, the color of the nails shows the quality of | the blood. There are several types of color which change daily according to changes in the physical condition, due to changes in “y diet, activity, and other daily influences.

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Reddish- -purple nails show an abnormal blood condition caused by __ the overconsumption of yin foods, including dairy products, sugar | and other sweets, fruits and ] juices, fats and oils, chemicals and drugs, as well as stimulant beverages. The digestive, circulatory and excre-. tory functions are abnormal, with insomnia, constipation, diarrhea, fatigue, depression and many other physical and mental disorders. |

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Nails that are dark red show a higher content of fatty acids, choles- _. terol, and/or minerals in the blood, due to the overconsumption of | animal food, including meat, poultry, eggs, and dairy products, mith salt. The heart and circulatory function, and the kidneys and excre- | tory function are overloaded, and there is underactivity of the liver, gallbladder, and often the spleen. Hardening of the arteries and mus- =

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ao Whitish nails indicate underactive blood circulation, and low hemo- globin—anemia in general. This condition is caused by. dietary — imbalance, including an overconsumption of refined flour, fruits, juices, sugar and other sweets. However, the overconsumption of — salt, dried foods and animal foods, or a lack of liquid, may cause a similar condition, through constriction of the blood vessels and cap- 7 ‘illaries. The accumulation of fat and mucus in and around the heart, liver, pancreas, prostrate and ovaries may be occurring. Leukemia and other forms of cancer often show this color in the nails. People in normal health do not have this whitish color in the nails, although it easily appears when the fingers are stretched, especially on the

' thumb and index fingers. I The Shape of the Nails

Variations in the shape of the nails (Figure 8.13) are caused by dietary differences over many years, resulting in differences in constitution. General guidelines for diagnosis are presented below.

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oe This shape (B) results from a ‘diet of yang, well-cooked grains and a vegetables with little salt and animal food. Salad, fruits and juices also contribute to a small extent. The constitution is more physically -- and mentally balanced, but with some tendency toward rigidity

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These nails (C) are caused by more vegetable-quality foods, including lightly cooked vegetables, with occasional fruits and juices. Eggs and. dairy food may contribute somewhat. The constitution is physically

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Long nails (D) result from a diet tending toward less-cooked and raw vegetables, with fruits and juices, sugar and sweets, and other yin foods. The physical « constitution is weak, especially the digestive and respiratory systems, and the mentality is is Oversensitive.

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Hardness and Thickness

Harder and thicker nails result from the overconsumption of food rich _ in protein and fat from both animal and vegetable sources, showing _ Figure 8.14 physical and mental strength and vitality. On the other hand, softer and

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Vertical ridges on the nails (A) are the result of imbalanced nourish- ment—an overconsumption of carbohydrates and salt, and a lack of _ proper protein and fat. The digestive, liver and kidney functions may _ be underactive, and general fatigue appears.

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White dots on the nails (B) show the elimination of sugars, including cane sugar, honey, syrups, fruit sugars, milk sugars, alcohol, choco-__ late, and any other sugars. The location of the spot on the nail shows the approximate date the sugars were eaten. Normally, an adult's _ nail grows in six to nine months. If the entire nail grew during a six- | month period, and the white spot appears at the middle of the nail, the large amount of sugar was eaten three months ago. If the spot is located one-third of the way up the nail from the root, such sugar consumption occurred two months ago.

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Horizontal Indentations

Horizontal indentations (C) show change in diet. The person may have moved to a different climatic zone where his diet underwent a natural change, or if remaining in the same place, he made a signifi- cant change in dietary habits. For example, if a horizontal indenta- tion appears one-third of the way from the tip of the nail, the dietary change took place four months ago, if the entire nail grows during six months. If another indentation is present one-third of the way

from the bottom of the nail, such changes took place twice—two months ago and four months ago.

Split Nails

If the ends of the nails are split or uneven (D), it indicates a chaotic dietary practice, and especially an overconsumption of yin foods and drinks. This condition shows that the circulatory, reproductive and

nervous systems are in disorder, especially the functions of the testi- cles and ovaries, and that the nervous reactions are subnormal. If one -

thumbnail shows this condition, and the other thumbnail is normal,

it shows that the testicles or ovaries corresponding to the abnormal |

side are malfunctioning.

Peeling Nails

Peeling nails (E) have the same cause as detachment of the retina, since the firmly attached layers of the nails have begun to detach. This condition is caused by the overconsumption of fruits, juices, soft drinks, vitamins, chemicals, drugs and medications, which deprive the body of minerals, producing a nutritional imbalance. Indigestion, gas formation, fatigue, menstrual irregularity, sexual weakness, depression, nervousness, insomnia and many other conditions are arising. |

White Moons

White moons appearing at the base of the nails (F) differ according to personal condition. An active metabolism including activity in physical and mental growth and change shows white moons, while a slow metabolism tends to create smaller moons or no moons. Accordingly, during childhood and youth, everyone usually has moons, but this varies during adulthood, and the moons generally disappear during old age.

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A physically active but less mentally active person tends to have | larger moons, while a physically inactive but mentally active person — tends to have smaller moons. However, very large moons show _

_ abnormal conditions such as oversensitivity and physical weakness — due to the excessive consumption of yin foods and drinks. |

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As one of the major peripheral parts of the body, the feet and toes, like the hands and fingers, represent the entire physical and mental con- stitution and condition, and correspond to various parts of the major organs and their functions. Specific conditions of the feet and toes reveal certain conditions of the organs, systems, and their functions,

as well as the mental tendencies associated with these conditions.

The hands have a more expanded form, and correspond more to

the upper and lower areas of the body including the lungs, heart, small intestines and large intestines. On the other hand, the feet,

which have a more compacted form, represent more the organs locat-

ed in the middle region of the body, including the liver and gall- bladder, spleen, stomach, pancreas, kidneys and bladder. Further-

more, it can be said that the arms and hands represent the horizontal

relationship between the central part of the body and the periphery, —

while the legs and feet represent the vertical relationship. GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE FEET

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The size of the feet varies from person to person. The size of the feet, including both length and width, is generally proportional to the size of the entire body, but there are proportional differences due to indi- vidual constitution. -

Larger feet indicate that the organs in the middle region of the body, such as the liver, gallbladder, spleen, pancreas, stomach, and kidneys are sound and active. Smaller feet show that the organs in the upper and lower parts of the body are more sound and active, includ-

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ing the lungs and large intestine, and the heart and small intestine. In . general, those who have larger feet have more mental tendencies, including better intellectual and esthetic comprehension, while those who have smaller feet have better physical vitality and tolerance.

Height

If the top of the foot is higher, it shows a more physically active nature, due to the consumption of comparatively more protein and minerals. If the top of the foot is lower and flatter, it shows a more mentally active nature, caused by the consumption of more carbohy- drates and liquid. A person with a higher foot usually has a more nar-- row foot, while a person whose foot is lower usually has a wider foot.

The Arches

Higher arches are due to more tightly contracted muscles, allowing more active functioning of the feet. This condition is caused by a comparatively low intake of liquid, fruits, juices and other yin foods. Lower arches are due to looser muscles and tissues, and show a ten- dency to be less physically active but more mentally active, especial- ly in esthetic, artistic and religious comprehension. A higher con- ‘sumption of the yin foods named above is indicated. High arches are essential for athletes, sportsmen, dancers, and other physically active professionals, while lower arches are more common among thinkers, — writers, musicians and artists, as well as religious persons. |

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Joint Flexibility

The joints of the ankles and toes should be flexible and able to move freely in all directions. However, many modern people are losing this flexibility due to hardening of the arteries, muscles and joints, resulting from the overconsumption of foods high in cholesterol and saturated fats. Animal protein treated with salt also causes this inflexibility. Flexibility of the feet and toes shows not only physical lightness and mobility, but also mental adaptability. As this flexibility decreases, the entire lifestyle

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Width of the Foot

If the width of the foot at the ball is. narrower than normal—about one-

third of the length of the foot or less— it is caused by the consumption of more yang foods, including food of both animal and vegetable types, with less liquid, and shows a more physically active and mentally sharp nature (Figure 9.2). If the width is

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the foot, it is caused by more veg-

etable-quality food, and more yin _ foods, including salad, fruits and liq- uid. In this case, there is less physical

activity and more esthetic and meta- physical comprehension.

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Sometimes an abnormal, hard protrusion develops at the ball of the foot (Figure 9.3). This may have begun to develop shortly after birth, ordur- — ing adulthood. This protrusion has been called traditionally a"signofa

«widow," or a “sign that he will become alone in old age." This condition — shows hardness in the middle region of the body, in the area of the liver, )

stomach, pancreas or spleen, due to a one-sided diet: for example, car- — bohydrate and salt, protein and salt, fat and salt; or the overconsump- tion of salts or minerals. It indicates physical rigidity, especially in the — middle region of the body, and mental rigidity with a tendency toward - domination, discrimination, prejudice and jealousy. Although those _ who have this condition are more active in social life, these mental char- - : acteristics often lead to separation from family and friends.

Feet That Turn In or Out If the feet turn outward while walking, it is due to constriction at the base of the spine, caused by the overconsumption of animal food, and shows a more aggressive, progressive and outgoing character both physically and mentally. In women, it may indicate a retroversion of the uterus. On the other hand, if the feet turn inward while walking, | - the area at the base of the spine is more open, due to the consumption of more vegetable-quality foods, and indicates a more gentle, conser- vative and introspective character, both physically and mentally. Among western people, feet that turn outward are more common, while there are more people in oriental countries whose feet turn inward. Also, feet that turn outward have become more common in. modern times, while feet turning inward are seen more often in the older generations. If they are in good health and following sound dietary prac- tices, men should have feet that are straight or slightly turning outward, and women should have feet that are straight or slightly turning inward. ™

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The Color of the Feet . -

The feet should have the same clean, clear color as other parts of the _ body. Abnormal colors show certain disorders, described below. |

Red

A red color generally arises at a peripheral area of the foot—the toes, — sides or back. It is due to the expansion of blood capillaries in these regions, caused mainly by the overconsumption of liquid and other _

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yin foods, including sugar and sweets, fruits and juices, soft drinks and chemicals, drugs and medications. It shows that the heart and circulatory system are now overactive, with a faster pulse and rate of breathing, together with overactive kidney and excretory functions, often including frequent urifation. Mentally, loss of clear thinking and general fatigue is indicated.

Purple

A purplish color also appears at the peripheral regions of the foot, and is caused by the overconsumption of very yin foods, including sugar and sweets, fruits and juices, and possibly more chemicals, drugs and medications. All functions of the major organs are in disorder, espe- cially the circulatory, excretory and reproductive functions.

Other Colors

Other colors such as yellow, green, and white may appear from time to time in rare cases, especially at the peripheral regions of the feet. They indicate that certain organs and their functions are abnormal, as outlined in the table below.

Foot Color Condition and Cause

Yellow Liver and gallbladder disorders, due to the overconsumption of meat, poultry, eggs, and fats from both animal and vegetable sources.

Dark Underactive kidney and excretory functions, due to the overconsumption of animal food, salt, baked flour products, well-cooked food, and ©

other yang foods and drinks.

Green Spleen and lymph functions.as well as the blood circulation are abnormal due to the overconsumption of foods that produce fat and mucus, such as fatty meat, eggs, dairy food, sugar, white refined flour, and others. This color may indicate the formation of cysts, tumors and cancer.

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Hardness at the Tips of the Toes

This is an indication that the corresponding organs and their func-

tions are stagnated, possibly due to overeating and overdrinking, as well as a possible imbalance in the amounts of minerals, proteins, fats, carbohydrates, or vitamins consumed.

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-{— — to the overconsumption of dairy products and other fats from both. | animal and vegetable sources. If a callus arises on the sole of the foot f- at the central part of the knuckle region, causing pain while walking, | it shows an elimination from the kidneys through their meridian. In r- this case, there has been an overconsumption of foods such as flour

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Figure 9.6 Examples of Color Change in Some Cases of Cancer

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usually due to an overconsumption of yin foods and drinks (Figure

— 9.6). If a green color appears on the inside of the foot toward the area

below the anklebone, the spleen and lymphatic system may be developing a cancerous condition. Similarly. a green color appearing on the fifth toe and its extended area at the outside of the foot, below

‘the outer anklebone, shows that a cancerous condition may be devel-

oping in the uterus, ovaries, or prostate. If a green color appears on. the top of the foot in the extended area of the second and third toes, — cancer may be developing in the stomach. And, the liver and gall- bladder may be developing cancer if a green color appears on the — fourth toe and its area extending from the fourth toe to the front of the foot below the ankle-bone. _

Light green coloration arises in the area corresponding to the location or kind of cancer.

A. Cancer in the spleen, pancreas, and lymph as well as Hodgkin's disease. B. Cancer in the stomach area.

-C. Cancer in the gallbladder area. D. Cancer in the bladder, uterus, ovaries, and prostate areas.

Two Diagnosis Points .

Two points formed by the junctions of bones extending up from the toes can be used for diagnosis of the internal organs: (1) the indent- ed point in the small valley formed by the junction of the bones extending up from the first and second toes; and (2) from the fourth and fifth toes (Figure 9.7). If pain is felt when point (1) is pressed, it shows temporary disorders in the stomach and liver, due to overeat- ing and over-drinking. General physical and mental fatigue are indi- ™ cated as well. If pain is felt when point (2) is pressed, it shows that the gallbladder and bladder and their functions are in disorder, due - to the overconsumption of food and drink, and especially of salt and — |

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fat. There is a tendency toward general fatigue and sleepiness. It may also indicate contraction of the gallbladder, and the formation of

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Length of the Toes ‘

From the first toe to the fifth toe, the length of the toes gradually —

decreases. However, in many people, the second and/or third toes are longer than the first toe (Figure 9.8). This is caused by dietary habits during the embryonic period that have caused weakness in

_ the stomach and its functions. In this case, there are possible stomach

disorders including gastritis, ulcers, cancer and other diseases. |

Curving loes

If the first toe curves abnormally toward the second toe, it shows that the spleen and lymphatic functions are overactive, while the liver functions are underactive, due to the consumption of excessive fats and oils from both animal and vegetable sources, and more yin foods and drinks in general. If the fifth toe curves abnormally toward the fourth toe, it indicates overactivity in the kidneys, bladder, and their excretory functions, caused by the overconsumption of yin foods and drinks, including all beverages, fruits, juices, sugar and sweets.

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Under normal conditions, the toenails should be harder than the fin-

-gernails. The condition of the toenails, including their color, varies”

according to the individual condition.

Pink

The normal color of the toenails is pink, and slightly darker than the fingernails. The surface of the toenails should be smooth, showing _

balanced nourishment and healthy activity.

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Darker colors in the toenails, including dark blue and dark purple—

La show imbalanced. nourishment, due to the ‘overconsumption of yang — | : animal food, or yin foods such as fruits and sugal, or ‘both.

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These often appear on the toenails, especially the fourth and fifth — nails. This condition is caused by the overconsumption of liquid and™ sometimes fat, including all beverages, fruit, fruit juice, dairy prod- ucts, and fats and oils from both animal and vegetable sources ~

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The soles of the feet correspond to the entire body, and each area ol the sole corresponds to a certain part of the body. Such physiothera-_ pies as foot massage, reflexology and moxibustion use this correla: - tion in order to release stagnation from various organs and systems. _ Figure 9.10 shows the correlation between the bottom of the foot anc |

certain related areas of the body.

When certain areas of the sole show hardening, tension, and pair when they are pressed, it shows that the corresponding organs and functions are in disorder. These disorders are mainly caused by the stagnation of energy flow and blood circulation due to overcon-— sumption of animal foods, foods rich in fat from both animal anc vegetable sources, sugar and fruits, as well as liquids.

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metabolism of the physical and mental conditions is harmonious. If symptoms

of hardness and pain increase, it shows that physical and mental disorders are

developing more toward degeneration. These internal disorders can often be —

alleviated through the application of proper therapeutic treatment together with correction of the diet. |

Peeling Skin and Athlete's Foot

Athlete’s foot is often accompanied by a condition of peeling skin on and between the toes, as well as the rupture of skin between certain toes, making walking difficult. Although athlete’s foot often shows germ activities in the area, the real cause is the overconsumption of liquid, including all beverages, fruits, fruit juices, sugars and sweets, and some chemicals and drugs, as well as other yin types of food. These foods produce a condition of heavy humidity in the region of the toes, leading to ruptures and encouraging germ activities.

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As the periphery of the body, the skin reflects its antagonistic and com- plemental partner, the inner depths of the body. When the internal organs and glands become disordered, symptoms always appear on the

skin. The condition of body fluids such as the blood and lymph also |

appears on the skin. Because the main function of the skin is adjustment between the external environment and internal body conditions, it also reflects environmental change. Diagnosis of the condition of the skin generally focuses on three major characteristics: (1) the condition of the skin, (2) the color of the skin, and (3) marks appearing on the skin.

The Condition of the Skin

Normal, healthy skin should be clear, smooth, slightly shining, and slightly moist. If other conditions are present, it is the result of disor-

ders arising in some part of the body. As all physical and mental dis-

orders are due to disorderly dietary habits, abnormal skin conditions are also caused mainly by dietary habits. In the modern arts of beau- ty care, external treatments are emphasized more than internal

change through diet, and endless efforts are made with unsatisfacto-.

ry results. However, a beautiful skin develops naturally as a result of a balanced macrobiotic diet.

Wet Skin

This condition is easily detected if the palm is unusually wet. The palm as well as all other surfaces of the body should maintain a con- dition of slight moisture, but not of wetness. The cause of this condi- tion is the overconsumption of liquid, including watery cooking, beverages, fruits, juices, milk, and all other fluids. Sugar and other sweets also produce water within our body.

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Wet skin indicates thinner blood, rapid metabolism, faster pulse, and— excessive perspiration and urination. This condition produces various | physical and mental disorders, including epilepsy, vertigo, diarrhea,— fatigue, dull thinking, forgetfulness, detachment of the retina, glaucoma, | hair loss, and pains and aches in various parts of the body such as the ears, — teeth and gums. 7

The water balance in our body is reflected in the number of urinations_, per day, which should normally be three or four, in the case of adults. Some medical advice which recommends a large liquid intake is not_ advisable in many cases except as a temporary measure to recover from : dehydration, to eliminate poisons or excessive animal foods from the_ body. The desire for water is proportional to the volume of salts, protein : and carbohydrates consumed, and therefore the comprehensive approach _ of dietary change i is required for a long-term alteration in liquid intake.

Oily Skin : Normal skin is slightly oily, but if an excessively oily condition is pres-_ ent—often on the peripheral parts of the body such as the forehead, nose, | cheeks, hair or palms—it is caused either by the overconsumption of oils_ and fats, or by disorders in fat metabolism. This condition shows that the | liver, gallbladder and pancreas are not functioning normally. The lungs __ and respiratory functions, and the kidneys and excretory functions are also affected. Often, oily skin also reveals certain related symptoms such as the for- | mation of stones in the gallbladder and kidneys; the formation of cysts and — tumors in the breasts, ovaries, uterus, and other parts of the body; pancre- | atic disorders, including diabetes; mucus accumulation in various parts of © the body; hearing difficulties, cataracts, sclerosis; and many others. ~ The intake of all fatty foods including meat, poultry, eggs, animal — foods, sugar, flour products, fruits and juices, and vegetable oils should be minimized in order to relieve this condition. The overconsumption of pro- tein and carbohydrates can also cause oily skin, and therefore, less eating™ is advisable.

Dry Skin

Dry skin is caused either by dehydration or by the overconsumption of fats and oils. The first cause is more common among modern people.

Medical personnel generally advise increased oil consumption to relieve dry skin condition, but this is rather ineffective: a dry skin surface is often caused by the formation of fat layers under the skin, which prevent the _

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elimination of moisture toward the surface. Therefore, the diet should be adjusted toward the elimination of fats and oils.

Dry skin shows that there is a relatively large amount of both fat and cholesterol in the bloodstream. The accumulation of fat and cholesterol around the heart and in the artéries, as well as in major organs such as the liver and gallbladder, lungs and intestines, spleen and pancreas, and the prostate and uterus, is common in this case. There may also be hardening

of the arteries, irregular pulse, mental rigidity, and the formation of cysts,

tumors and cancer in some cases. There is probably abnormal tension near

_ the affected organs and along the related meridians. In order to heal this

condition, it is advisable to eliminate all meat, poultry, eggs and dairy products, as well as sugar and sweets from the diet.

— Rough Skin

This condition has two possible causes: (1) overconsumption of protein and heavy fats, or (2) overconsumption of sugar and sweets, fruits and juices, soft drinks, drugs and chemicals. A condition with the first cause is more difficult to change. The second condition is characterized by n more open sweat glands and, usually, a slightly red color.

Rough skin of the first type reflects an internal condition that includes

hardening of the arteries, as well as accumulation of fat and cholesterol around the organs and in the arteries. Usually, the liver and kidneys are

also affected. The accompanying symptoms often include the appearance of protein in the urine, intestinal disorders, muscular tension, pains and

aches in the joints, stiffness of the neck and shoulders, and general fatigue _

and mental rigidity.

In the second case, rough skin indicates disorders of the circulatory, excretory and nervous functions. Symptoms often include irregular pulse, excessive sweating, frequent urination, diarrhea, vertigo, excessive sensi- tivity, and emotional instability.

In both cases, rough skin can be corrected by reducing the intake of animal food, fats and oils, sugar and sweets, fruits and juices, and drugs and chemicals, and by the practice of balanced dietary habits.

Doughy Skin

This skin condition is common among modern people. The skin appears whitish and flabby, and lacking in active elasticity. It may appear anywhere on the body, but usually more on the front, including the face, chest and abdominal regions. The cause is mainly the overconsumption of dairy prod- ucts, sugar, and refined flour products.

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Doughy skin indicates that fat and mucus are accumulating in various | parts of the body such as inside the forehead, in the nasal cavities, inner_ ear, breast, lungs, liver, gallbladder, kidneys, uterus, ovaries, prostate, anc : the thyroid glands. Accompanying symptoms often include hay fever_ hearing difficulties, coughing, spitting mucus, the formation of cysts anc | tumors in the breast, uterus, ovaries and prostate regions, tightness of the arteries, vaginal discharge, formation of stones in the kidneys and gall bladder, general fatigue, cloudy thinking and laziness. There is also the potential for the development of cancer. 7

The consumption of more grains and vegetables can correct this con- dition, along with the elimination of animal fats, dairy products, sugar _ and refined flour products, and the reduction of fruits, juices, beverages and oils in the diet. —

The Color of the Skin oe ~

The color of the skin is different in every person. There are commonly- known differences in skin color among persons of different racial back grounds: white for Caucasians, darker for Latinos, yellow for Asians, cop- pery for Middle Easterners, brown for East Indians and Central and South Americans, dark or black for Africans, and blue-black for native Australians. However, these differences in skin color are not primaril’ racial, since skin colors are the result of the influence of the external envi- ronment and the internal condition and nourishment. The principles 0 ~ skin color can be summarized as follows: |

& A colder and cloudy climate produces whiter skin, and a warmer anu | sunnier climate produces darker skin. ee ~

&® More yang foods produce lighter skin, and more yin foods produce | darker skin. oe | _

For example, the native people living i in Africa develop a dark or black color due to the warm climate and to the consumption of tapioca, banana | and other yin tropical products, while their color tends to change if they _ move to North America and consume more yang animal products as we - as dairy foods. Among the yellow races, it is well known that the skin color tends to change toward white if they move to a more snowy regio and consume saltier foods which are cooked for a longer time.

Aside from these natural skin colors, there are many abnormal color ; that may appear because of disorders in the physical condition. These col- ors appear not only on the surface of the skin, but also in any part of th

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body, including the hair, eyes, lips, and nails as specified in the other chap- ters of this book. The most common abnormal colors appearing on the sur- face of the skin are summarized in the table below.

Color Cause ° Conditions Red Excessive yin foods and drinks, Expansion of capillaries. Heart and circu- including liquid, fruits, alcohol, sugar, latory disorders. Lung and respiratory disor- sweets, spices, and stimulants. ders. Nervous disorders. Emotional instability. Yellow Excessive yang foods and drinks, Disorders of the bile functions of the liver including meat, eggs, fish, seafood, salt and gallbladder. Pancreatic disorders. Kidney and minerals, and vegetables such as and excretory disorders. Emotional carrots, pumpkin and squash. aggressiveness. Purple — Extremely yin foods and drinks, Intestinal and digestive disorders. including fruits and juices, sugar and Nervous disorders. Sexual and sweets, drugs, medications, and chemicals. | hormonal disorders. Fear and despair. White Excessive yang animal food rich in fat, Contraction of blood capillaries and including all dairy products, or the over- _ tissues. Nervous alertness. Liver, gall- consumption of salts and minerals. bladder, kidney, and especially spleen and lymph disorders. Stubborn and narrow mind. Blue | Excessive yang animal food and salts, Malfunction of the liver. Disorders with yin sugar and sweets, alcohol and of the spleen and pancreas functions. stimulants. Food rich in carbohydrates. _ Anger and short temper. Brown Excessive yang animal food and yin Intestinal and digestive disorders. vegetables, both rich in protein and fat. Kidney and excretory disorders. Sugar and sweets, fruits and juices. Discrimination and prejudice. Dark —_ Excess yin food, including sugar and sweets, Kidney and excretory disorders, intestinal | fruits and juices, drugs and chemicals. _ and digestive disorders, sexual and hormonal disorders. Depression and fear. Excessive yang food rich in protein and Decomposition of tissues or cells.

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Marks on the Skin Many marks appear on the skin throughout life. At birth, there are — usually no marks on the skin, although there are some exceptions. A _ |

. newborn infant may have a green patch at the bottom of the but- — tocks, known among Asian societies as the "Mongol's Mark"; or there may be vivid red or brown patches on certain parts of the body, as — when the mother has taken drugs or medications during pregnancy. : The so-called "birth mark" is such a case. For similar reasons, a new- _ born baby may have black spots known as “beauty marks” as evi- : dence that the mother experienced a disease or high fever during her pregnancy, though it is comparatively rare.

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Most marks appearing on the skin arise after birth, since they are _ ‘symptoms of the elimination of certain excesses caused by dietary — imbalances or adjustments by sickness. These marks are discussed __ in the following pages. :

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Known as “beauty marks," these spots appear in the vicinity of acupuncture points along the meridians through which internal and external energy comes into or goes out of the body. They also appear at the junction of connecting tissues. -

These black spots show the elimination of carbon compounds produced by the burning of excess carbohydrates, proteins and fats within the body. Accordingly, they appear after a disease accompa-

nied by a high fever, such as pneumonia, bronchitis, stomach and_

intestinal fever, and kidney and bladder infections. By observing the location of these spots, and especially the meridian along which they are located, it is possible to determine in which organ the disease was experienced. For example, in Figure 10.1, black spots appearing along the lung meridian show that pneumonia or bronchitis occurred in the past. The same kind of spots appearing in the chest region, espe-

cially at the point DAN-CHu (CV 17), show that a past disease

involved infection of the heart region.

Therefore, black spots appearing on the face can indicate weak- ness in certain systems, organs or glands, and the resulting physical and mental tendencies. In this way, by observing the black spots, we

can also understand personal character. Figure 10.2 provides some

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Dark Brown Patches or Freckles «

Freckles appear often in modern people. They occur on the more— peripheral and exposed parts of the body such as the face, hands, — arms, and shoulders, as well as here and there throughout the body.— The tendency of freckles to appear more in the upper part of the ) body is due to their cause. ~ Freckles are the elimination of excessive carbohydrates, especial- ! ly mono- and disaccharides, including refined sugar, honey, fruit sugar and milk sugar. The yin character of these substances is more : attracted to yang sunlight, and therefore, freckles are more likely to__ appear during the summer. A few generations ago they were called — "death marks," especially when they appeared in a large size on the back of the hand. People who live in cloudy, darker climates, or who | do not eat these sugars, do not have so many freckles. The elimina- tion of these foods from the diet can cause a gradual disappearance | of freckles.

‘If freckles appear more on certain meridians, or on the surface area | corresponding to certain internal organs, we can say that the overcon- ‘sumption of sugars has affected these related organs. For example, }

freckles appearing on the back of the hand and arm along the large intestine meridian show that the intestinal functions are somewhat in™ disorder due to sugar consumption. Similarly, freckles appearing on |

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If the Mo-Shoku disappears due to external treatment such as repeated moxibustion, it shows that the disorders of the correspon- — ding organs have also disappeared, and normal functions have beer recovered. ;

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' produced by overeating in general, and especially overeating of car- bohydrates and fats. For this reason, in the ancient Orient, moles were _| known as a sign of an egocentric nature. Moles can naturally dry up and disappear, therefore, if dietary habits are properly corrected. | Moles may appear (1) alofig the meridians, and (2) along the muscles. In the first case, the functions of the organs for which that meridian supplies energy have been affected by the overconsump- tion of protein or food in general. In the second case, the organ which correlates to that area of muscle has been affected by the same cause. (See Figure 10.3.)

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~ Warts

Warts may be skin color or brownish and slightly darker than skin— color. They are softer than moles, with an irregular shape. Warts are : the elimination of a mixture of protein and fat, again caused by the— overconsumption of these food elements or by overeating in general. However, warts tend to appear now in people who consume a large_ volume of fats or sugar. They can be eliminated by correction of the : dietary habits. Warts also appear more on the upper part of the body,_ due to their slightly yin nature. Warts can appear irregularly with no apparent relationship to the __ location of meridians and points, like freckles. They indicate general | disorders in the digestive, circulatory and excretory functions. The _ organs especially involved are the large intestine, which is usually : stagnated in this case; and the kidneys, which are usually accumu- lating fats. People who have warts have a tendency to develop cysts, _, tumors, and cancer in the breasts, colon and reproductive organs, as

well as skin diseases, indigestion and urinary infections.

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_ Pimples appear more on the upper body surface, because of their yin nature, caused by excessive fats, sugar and flour products. They are | usually red and white, because of the expansion of blood captlanies and fatty tissues. Pimples usually appear on the cheeks, forehead, — nose, the area around the mouth, jaws, shoulders, chest, and the back of the body more than in other places. The location of the pimples | indicates that the corresponding organs are affected by the accumu- lation of fat and mucus, as shown i in the table below. -

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Pimples can be eliminated by avoiding foods that directly con- tribute to the accumulation of protein and fat, mucus and excessive liquid in these organs and systems.

White Patches é

White patches appear often among modern people, and sometimes eradually spread over the body. These patches are caused by a con- stant intake of excessive dairy products, especially milk and cream.

This condition indicates that the accumulation of fat and mucus has spread throughout the respiratory and reproductive systems. A hor- monal imbalance often results, including thyroid, pancreatic and

gonad functions. This condition naturally contributes to the formation of cysts,

tumors and eventually cancer, especially in the breast, colon, and _ reproductive areas. A long time is required for gradual recovery from. this condition, through the elimination of dairy products and the -

increase in consumption of grains and vegetables. However, if veg- etable oils are used in excess, they can also cause a retardation of the healing process.

Bluish Patches

Bluish patches, which sometimes appear on the surface of muscle

areas, are caused by stagnation in the bloodstream. This condition

often arises during internal hemorrhage, due to broken capillaries

caused by an external shock or by an internal expansion of the capil-

laries. However, if a balanced diet is being eaten, it is very rare that an external shock will produce these blue patches. Accordingly, the real cause of this condition is the overconsumption of yin foods: excessive fruits, juices, sweets, drugs and chemicals.

This condition. indicates that the circulatory and urinary func-

tions are not sound. Accompanying symptoms often include irregu-

lar pulse, frequent urination, emotional disturbance and nervous-

ness. This condition can be gradually corrected by the recovery of

sound blood quality with increased minerals.

Varicose Veins

Varicose veins appear mostly on the back and inside areas of the legs.

They appear as expanded veins with a light green, light blue, dark

red, or in some cases, dark purple color. They often appear in women

at the time of pregnancy.

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This condition shows disorders in the intestinal digestion and the excretory functions. It is also often accompanied by disorders in_ the liver, gallbladder, spleen or pancreas. Migraine headaches and |

irregular reproductive functions may be present as well.

Varicose veins are caused by excessive liquid, including all bev- erages and juices, as well as fruits. Excessive oil intake can also con-_ tribute. It is possible to improve varicose veins gradually by reduc- | ing the intake of these foods and beverages, and decreasing animal foods and salt, along with hot applications which accelerate the cir-

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These dry, hard, raised areas of skin—which may be white, yellow or | reddish in color—often appear among modern people. They show a_

massive elimination of excessive fats, mainly caused by the intake of — animal foods, especially dairy products. Among dairy foods, cheese _ is the most notable contributor to this condition, and eggs cooked |

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This condition shows disorders in the circulatory and excretory | functions, with an accumulation of fat and cholesterol in major organs such as the heart, liver and kidneys. There may be frequent | cysts and tumors, and a tendency to develop cancer. Other symp- toms include hardening of the arteries, dandruff, dry skin, insomnia, «

-and emotional insecurity. —

Eczema can be corrected by the elimination of all fatty food, with™ an increase in the consumption of grains, vegetables and seaweed. All abnormal skin conditions, including those described above — are manifestations of the relationship between the internal environ- _ ment within the body and the external environment. If the diet—

which nourishes the internal environment is properly adjusted — according to the changes in the external environment—the seasons

the climate, the weather—in connection with daily physical and — mental activity, a skin condition can be maintained which is a natu~— ral result of a sound internal condition. |

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To know things is to know the self. —

More knowing is a path to make us more humble and modest.

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And he attains universal consciousness Of eternal life. _

This book has introduced the major ways of diagnosis based upon

the principles of oriental medicine, in accordance with the under- standing of the order of the universe—the law of nature which con- stantly governs all phenomena throughout the universe, including

our present life on Earth as human beings. These methods of diag- nosis have been developed and used for the past thirty years through the observation of hundreds of thousands of people, without analy-

sis of the internal condition of the body, but only through sharp observation reflecting from the pure state of nothingness. As there

are now more than six billion people upon this planet, there are bil-

lions of variations in lifestyles and activities; and each one of the bil-

-Tions of people has numerous changes and fluctuations according to natural and environmental conditions, social and cultural influences, —

traditional and ancestral contributions, and personal variations in eating and activity. As a result, the scientific study of diagnosis—

_ without the use of any analytical, divisional modern methods which ~ often have harmful effects upon our health, as in the use of X-rays,

radiation, blood analysis, bone-scan tests and many other applica- tions—needs unlimited depth of understanding. of humanity and its | ~ relation with the order of the universe. It requires many years of

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observation and examination, and reflection upon the surrounding © conditions. This is the study of humanity itself. _ To master this practice, to develop penetrating insight into the various physical and mental disorders and their underlying causes, © requires well-being, especially a clear mind and a clean body. The . master of diagnosis has a profound understanding of nature and of humanity. His judgement can work instantaneously and intuitively - in direct apprehension of the totality of the object he is seeing, as if he himself is the universe which produces these patients, affirms their existence, changes their conditions. In other words, the master of diagnosis lives with universal consciousness, without any tenden- —

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compassion and patience.

The contents of this book are merely an introduction of the guidelines of some of the major methods of diagnosis, presented ir the hope that everyone can easily understand antagonistic and com- plemental relations as a balancing factor in all phenomena—that is— yin and yang. In the early stages of learning how to diagnose, the - application of antagonistic and complemental relationships is very- practical and useful. However, a more advanced practice of diagno- | sis is done intuitively and almost unconsciously, beyond the scope of any theory, logic or mechanical techniques. In order to acquire suck — ability, it is essential for the student of diagnosis to continuously observe balanced macrobiotic dietary practices, including whole | cereal grains, vegetables, beans and seaweed as a major part of the_, daily diet. He or she should extend love and help to all other people, © inspiring them toward a healthier life, guiding them toward a hap pier life.

Needless to say, the practice of diagnosis is not limited to those_ methods which have been introduced in this book. This art has many |

more dimensions, some of which are almost impossible to describe

in writing, but which require demonstration and direct explanatior —

with examples. In this category is vibrational and spiritual diagnosis,

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which has the following general purposes and methods of practice:

® This kind of diagnosis involves the perception of vibrations that are usually invisible and which arise along with our physical ana — mental functions. By examining them through observation, direct,

experience, and the use of the senses—seeing, hearing, smelling, tast: ing and touching—we can distinguish disorders that may be devel.

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detachments, delusions, illusions and future visions, in order to”

diagnose physical and mental conditions.

® With this kind of diagnosis, we can also study the quality of the aura, or vibrations discharged from inside the body, together with environmental forces and dietary energy, understanding environ- mental conditions and dietary practices. |

& This diagnosis furthermore reveals the influences of the so-called spirits or ghosts of dead persons, or living persons at a distance, and

the disorders caused by these spiritual influences. By clarifying their —

cause, we can suggest how to purify these spiritual influences and secure re physical and mental well-being.

Through this diagnosis, we can see the influences of ancestral

heredity which have developed from generation to generation—gen- erally for the past seven generations, and eventually up to a few thousand years ago. By revealing these ancestral influences in the

physical and mental constitution, it becomes possible to foresee a_

person’s future as well as the destiny of his offspring.

& Furthermore, this kind of diagnosis develops a direct under-

standing, intuitive but practical, of a person’s reincarnation: of his

previous lives—not only of the immediately past life, but of many

past lives—and his future reincarnations—again, not only of the next

life but of several lives in the future.

& Through this way of diagnosis, we can further examine not only

someone’s condition, but also the conditions of his family, relatives and friends with whom he has had some sort of relations; and the a

nature of the society and community within which he is presently living, within which he lived during his past lives, and within which he will live during his future lives. Oo

The immediate purpose of diagnosis is to é assist people in the improvement of their health and the realization ott $e4 : However, the ultimate purpose of diagnosis | ig to understand the

endless process of the development of life, whig Fis ¢ changing forev-

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er, covering the entire dimension of this infinite universe—in other ’ words, the understanding of the infinite scale of life with the most_. deep, high and unlimited consciousness. Therefore, if diagnosis is | approached only in a mechanical way, without a constant effort to_ develop universal consciousness and a high personality with com- | passion, it is nothing but the same witchcraft into which the modern techniques of diagnosis have degenerated. | As the author of this book, I wish to urge all readers to use the arts of diagnosis and the information presented in this book not only . as techniques, but also as a means to understand the human race, including the reader himself, for the development of higher con- — sciousness. This book of diagnosis was not written to give its readers knowledge and techniques, but to prepare an open gate into the new era of humanity, through the recovery of our various disorders; and

to establish eventually one healthy and peaceful world of mankind. ~

Although the contents of this book are introductory, I sincerely hope this information will not be used to criticize or devaluate other |

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—_ ‘ings, nature and the universe, and its infinite order. I wish to have all ' readers use this book as a guide for helping each other, and as a_ guide for reflecting upon our own constitutions and conditions, in | order to realize the endless happiness of humankind. |

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T face-major systems correlations, 27 f — face-organ correlations, 25-27 | r feet, 32 fingers, 31 f¢_ front and back of body, 34-37 head-buttock correlation, 29 r- head-systems-organs _ | correlations, 28 = pads below toes, 33 palms, 30 —~ peripheral body parts, 30-33 -_ toes and toenails, 33 — and YU-entering points, 34-35

Arm and leg hair, 118

Athlete’s foot, 149

B

Birth and conception, date of, 17-18

Birth and growth, place of, 19

Blinking, 70-71

Body hair, 117-120

_ body hair-organ correlations,

118

BO-gathering points, and diagnosis, 34-35

Bone structure and constitution, 21

C

Calluses on feet, 145 Cheeks (face), 92-94 color of, 92-94 freckles on, 94 hair on, 94 pimples on, 93. See also Pimples. size of, 92 Conception and birth, date of, 17-18 © | Condition, explanation of, 7

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Constitution, assessment of, 21-24 angle of shoulders, 23

bone structure and, 21 hands and feet, 23-24

height, 22 muscle and skin conditions, 24 ratio of head to body, 22 Constitution, explanation of, 7 Constitution, order of, 15-21 birth and growth, place of, 19 ~ conception and birth, date of, 17-18

~» diet during pregnancy

and growth, 20 family, social, and cultural influences, 20-21 parental and ancestral conditions, 15-16 reproductive cells, quality of, 16 Cultural influences on : constitution, 20-21

D Dandruff, 114 “Devil’s Mouth,” 53 Diet during pregnancy and growth, 20

influence of culture on, 21

E:

Earlobes, 95, 99 Ears, 40, 95-99 earlobes, 95, 99 layers of, 98-99 position and shape of, 95-97 Eczema, 162 —

~ Energy. See Principle of

Five Stages of Transmutation of Energy.

_ Environment, effect

of, on physical and mental conditions, 6

Eyebags, 74-75 —

Eyeballs, size of, 76 Eyebrows, 63-67 angle of, 65 condition of hair in, 66 kinds of, 67 _ space between, 64

Eyelashes, 71

Eyelids, 70 inside of, 84 lower, 75

Eyes, 38-39, 68-84

angle of, 69 blinking, 70-71 color around, 71-73 distance between, 68 eyebags, 74~75

— eyeballs, size of, 76 eyelashes, 71 eyelids, 70 eyelids, inside of, 84 eyelids, lower, 75 iris, color of, 78-79 -

pimples, 73~74

pupils, 80

sanpaku, 77-78

size of, 69

wet eyeballs, 73

white of eye, 80-83

white of eye-organ correlations, 81

“Eyes of the Phoenix,”70

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face-major systems correlations, 27

face-organ correla- tions, 25-27

See also Cheeks; Ears; Eyes; Forehead; Mouth and lips; Nose; Skin.

Family, social, and cultural influences on constitution, 20-21

Feet, 32, 139-149 arches of, 140

_athlete’s foot, 149 calluses on, 145

color of, 142-143,

145-146 color-organ function — correlation, 143 diagnosis points of, 146-147 | flexibility of, 141 foot-organ correlation, 149 height of, 140 protruding ball of, 142

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“size of, 139-140 soles of, 148-149 toenails, 148

toe-organ correlation, 145

toes, 144-145, 147-148 -

turning out or in, 142 width of, 141

Feet and hands, size of, and constitution,

23-24. See also Feet; Hands. . Fingernails, 124, 134-138. SeealsoHands. Finger-organ function correlation, 123. Fingers and fingertips, 31, 128, 130-133. See also Hands. Five Stages of Trans- mutation of Energy, Principle of, 8-13 Foods. See Diet; Yin and yang, foods and. Forehead, 101-108 color of, 102, 104, 105-106, 107

forehead-organ correlation, 104 _

freckles on, 105

hair on, 108

lower forehead, 102-104

middle forehead, 104-105

oily, 108

pimples on, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107

receding hairline, 106 _

temples, 106-107

upper forehead, 105-106

watery, 107

wrinkles on, 103, 108 _

Freckles, 158 Front-and-back-of-body © correlations, 34-37 _

G

Grey and white hair, 113. See also Hair.

Growth and birth, place —

of 19

Gums .and mouth cavity, |

58-59. See also Mouth and lips.

H

on underarms, 119-120 Hair loss, 114-115. See also Hairline, receding. -Hair-climate-diet _

correlations, 110 Hairline, receding, 106. see also Hair loss. Hands, 121-138 back of, 125-126 fingernails, 124, 134-138 finger-organ function correlation, 123 _ fingers and fingertips, 128, 130-133

hand-organ correlation,

122-123

palms, 123, 124-125, 129 strength and flexibility

of, 127-128 webbed fingers, 128 Hands and feet, size of,

and constitution, 23-24

Head hair, 110-115 head hair-organ correlation, 112

Head-buttock correlation,

29

~~ Head-systems-organs

correlations, 28. Head-to-body ratio,

and constitution, 22 Height and constitution, 22

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Lips and mouth. See Mouth and lips.

M

Meridians, 35

Moles, 158-159

Moustaches and beards, 116

Mouth and lips, 45-53 closed versus loose |

mouth, 50 color of lips, 48-50

crust at corners of mouth, 52

• | “Devil's Mouth,” 53 edges of lips, 52-53

lip-digestive tract correlations, 46-47 size of, 46-48 swollen, 51 vertical wrinkles on, 52 See also Gums and mouth cavity. Muscle and skin condi- ~ - tions, 24. See also Skin.

N

Nails. See Fingernails; Toenails.

Nose, 85-91

— color of, 91 expanded capillaries

on, 91 height of, 87

nostrils, 86

pimples and patches on, 91

shape of, 85-90

tip of, 87

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Oily hair, 114

Order in making diagnosis, ix

Order of universe, 3-13 application of, 6-13

P

Pads below toes, 33 Palms (hands), 30, 123, 124-125, 129 Parental and ancestral conditions, 15-16 Pelvic hair, 119 Peripheral body parts, 30-33. See also listings of individual parts. Pimples, 160-161 Pregnancy and growth, diet during, 20 Principle of Five Stages of Transmutation of Energy, 8-13. Principles of Relativity, Twelve, 4. Pupils (eye), 80

R

Ratio of head to body,

~ and constitution, 22

Receding hairline, 106. See also Hair loss.

Relativity, Twelve Principles of, 4

Reproductive cells, quality of, 16

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oanpaku, 77-78 Seven Universal Theorems, 3 Shoulders, angle of, and constitution, 23 Skin, 151-162 beauty mark-organ function correlation, 157 black spots on, 157 blue patches on, 161 brown patches on, 158 color of, 154-155 doughy, 153-154 dry, 152-153 eczema, 162 freckles on, 158 marks on, 156-161 moles on, 158-159 oily, 152 pimples on, 160-161 rough, 153 varicose veins, 161-162 warts on, 160 white patches on, 161 Skin and muscle conditions, and constitution, 24. See also Skin. Social and cultural influences on constitution, 20-21

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Teeth, 54-57 color of, 57 decay of, 56 direction of growth of, 54-55, 57 number of, 54 size of, 55, 57 spaces between, 55 surface of, 56 tooth-organ correlations, 56 Toenails, 33, 148. See also — Feet.

Toes, 33, 144-145, 147-148.

See also Feet. Tongue, 59-62

color of, 61-62

pimples on, 62

shape of, 59-60 tongue-digestive vessel correlations, « 60-61

Transmutation of Energy,

Principle of Five stages of, 8-13 Twelve Principles of

Relativity, 4 |

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Underarm hair, 119-120.

Universal relativity. See Yin and yang. _ Universal Theorems, Seven, 3 Universe, order of, 3-13

V

Varicose veins, 161-162

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Warts, 160 Webbed fingers, 128

_ White of eye, 80-83 -

• Wrinkles, 52, 103, 108

JY -Yin and yang

body functions categorized as, 7-8 body parts categorized as, 7 examples of, 5 explanation of, 4 foods and, 8-9 in Twelve Principles _of Relativity, 4 YU-entering points, 34-35

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