How is Yuan Qi circulated?

Yuan Qi, also known as Original Qi, is fundamental to the body's vitality and functions. Its circulation is primarily associated with the San Jiao, or the "Three Heaters." The San Jiao is a functional entity in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) that regulates the distribution of Qi and fluids throughout the body. It plays a crucial role in the body's metabolism and the movement of energy, allowing Yuan Qi to be circulated effectively.

The San Jiao is responsible for the transformation and transportation of Qi, ensuring that the body's vital energies are appropriately distributed to the organs and tissues. This distribution supports overall health and physical functions, emphasizing the San Jiao's integral role in managing Yuan Qi circulation.

In contrast, while other organs like the Heart, Liver, and Spleen have important functions in the body's energy and blood systems, they do not directly govern the circulation of Yuan Qi in the same way that the San Jiao does. The Heart manages blood circulation and governs Qi in a different manner, while the Liver is involved in the smooth flow of Qi and blood, and the Spleen contributes to the production and transformation of Qi from food. However, when discussing the movement and circulation of Yuan Qi specifically, the San Jiao is the