Beat the Heat, Drain the Damp: Why Chinese Youth Are Turning to TCM The sweltering summer months have brought an unorthodox wellness trend to the forefront in China – one that draws heavily from traditional Chinese medicine (TCM).
Dubbed "qushi" or eliminating dampness, this movement has caught fire among the country's youth, who are increasingly turning to remedies like cupping, herbal foot baths, and even sand therapy.
But beneath its tranquil surface lies a more complex web of issues that warrant closer examination.