The liver is often referred to as the “silent organ” because it typically produces no clear symptoms, even when serious conditions like cancer develop. However, before liver disease takes hold, subtle warning signs do sometimes emerge, though they are frequently overlooked.
In an episode of the “Health 1+1” program, Jonathan Liu, a professor of Traditional Chinese Medicine at a Canadian public university and director of the Kangmei TCM Clinic, explained how TCM views liver disease not just as a physical issue, but as an imbalance of internal energy—known as qi.
When liver qi first becomes stagnant, timely care—combined with mindful diet, acupressure, and lifestyle changes—can help restore balance and prevent more serious disease.
