In traditional Chinese medicine, the main function of the kidneys is to store essence. The marrow in the bones is generated from the essence in the kidneys. As long as there is sufficient essence available, the marrow is able to act. The marrow is in the bones. It follows up the bones of the spinal cord. All marrow converges in the brain (“Sea Of Marrow”). If marrow gets a deficiency, then brain function will decrease.
Holy Bible and ancient Chinese Medicine texts teach us this same fact: the breath of God enters the nose. And for proper nourishment, air must pass thru the nose and into the lungs without friction. Changes made to the face or body, improper diet and injury can all lead to less nasal airflow. If the nose is not clear, the breath of God cannot enter; and life will be a struggle.
The Apostle Paul wrote openly in the New Testament on the lust of the flesh and earthly desires; versus the fruit of the Spirit. And how selfish carnal cravings are contrary to the Spirit. Interestingly, ancient Chinese Medicine texts reveal a similar statement. On how pursuing vain desires and indulging in excesses cause your movements and health to weaken.
Chapter 22 of the Su Wen ends with a summary of the five (5) flavors: sour, sweet, bitter, salty and pungent/acrid.
• [Huang Di nei jing su wen Chapter 22] in the Yang Ming Shan Zhu (Chinese Edition) is titled “On Transference of Solid Visceral Qi Following Regularity of Four Seasons.”
• [Huang Di nei jing su wen Chapter 22] in the Unschuld & Tessenow translation is titled “Discourse on How the Qi in the Depots Follow the Pattern of the Seasons.”