Earth

Earth (medical term)

Earth (pronounced: /ɜːrθ/) is a term used in various medical contexts. It is derived from the Old English word 'eorthe', meaning 'ground' or 'soil'.

In Traditional Chinese Medicine

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Earth is one of the Five Elements, which are fundamental principles of matter and the structure of the universe. Earth is associated with the spleen and stomach, and its characteristics include nurturing, stability, and physical strength.

In Homeopathy

In Homeopathy, Earth is used as a metaphor to describe certain patient characteristics. For example, an 'Earth' type person may be practical, grounded, and dependable.

In Naturopathy

In Naturopathy, Earth is considered one of the four basic elements, along with air, fire, and water. These elements are used to describe the four humors or bodily fluids (blood, phlegm, yellow bile, and black bile) that are believed to influence health and temperament.

Related Terms

• Five Elements
• Homeopathy
• Naturopathy
• Traditional Chinese Medicine

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Earth
• Wikipedia's article - Earth

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