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Kidney Meridian

By Cindy Black / February 5, 2015 /

In Chinese Medicine, the Kidneys are of utmost importance as they store our Life Essence. Without Life Essence, there is no life, hence the importance of the Kidneys. The Kidney meridian and points along it are used to nourish and protect our Life Essence.

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Kidney 1, "Bubbling Spring"

By Cindy Black / August 7, 2014 /

Located on the bottom of the foot, KD 1 connects us with the Earth. What is the spring that is referred to in the name, “Bubbling Spring?” Here is how I think of it: Kidney is the Yin Organ of the Water Element. Springs are where fresh water emerges from the ground. Water nourishes all…

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