According to traditional Eastern therapies, organs have a dual function – their physical one and another that is concentrated use of energy and can be termed as energetic function. The 12 organs mentioned in the traditional therapies are split into 2 groups known as zang and flu. Zang organs are for energy storage and the fu provide energy from substance such as food and drink. They are matched in pairs so each Zang organ has a fu organ with a similar function. For example – the spleen is a zang organ and changes energy from food into energy that the body needs. This is paired with the fu organ of the stomach which prepares the nutrients so they can be absorbed.
Share Bookmark
