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It is also said: To treat this disease, one should divide a ball of rice and eat it with a dog; the illness will then recover. Hence it is called "Dog Throat" (Gou Yan).

The *Yangsheng Fang* (Prescriptions for Nourishing Life) states: Place the right foot upon the left foot to eliminate Chest Bi (Thoracic Obstruction), food stagnation, and vomiting due to heat.

The *Yangsheng Fang* states: One should not dwell for long in areas where springs flow from black soil among mountains and waters. Frequent consumption of such water causes Ying Disease (Goiter/Thyroid Swelling), agitates Qi, and exacerbates ailments.

The *Yangsheng Fang* states: Men should not sleep with their heads pointing north, as this leads to unsettled Shen (Spirit), excessive sorrow, and forgetfulness.

The *Yangsheng Fang Daoyin Fa* (Guiding and Pulling Methods for Nourishing Life) states: Sit in a spread-legged posture resembling a winnowing basket, cross both hands and insert them between the legs, pulling them tightly inward. The longer this is held, the more effectively it cures lethargy and unclear spirit. The term "Crossed Feet Winnowing Basket Posture" refers to bending the knees and inserting hands from the inside between the legs: the left hand enters above the right ankle, the left foot passes down through the opening; the right hand enters above the left ankle, the right foot passes down through the opening. Hold both feet tightly and grasp both hands, stretching them to the extreme in opposite directions. Repeating this frequently cures prolonged drowsiness and mental cloudiness; consistent practice improves sleep and clarifies the spirit.

It is also said: Extend one hand upward to support the chin to the utmost limit, while extending the other hand backward and pushing forcefully. Face the palms toward the four directions simultaneously, holding the extreme posture. Perform this seven times on each side, switching hands. The chin-supporting hand moves bidirectionally fourteen times total; tilt the head and body sideways fourteen times. This expels Wind from the arms and cures somnolence. If used on an auspicious day, health will be perpetual.

The *Yangsheng Fang* states: Cover the mouth and nose with hands, close the eyes, and breathe gently for a period until fluid generates in the hands. Quickly rub the face and eyes with these hands. Practicing this regularly makes the body fragrant.

The *Yangsheng Fang* states: If human sweat mixes into food and is consumed, it causes Ding Sores (Hard Carbuncles).

The *Yangsheng Fang* states: In the fifth month, do not consume unripe drupes or peaches and dates, as this triggers Yong Ju Sores (Abscesses and Boils). If avoided, it prevents chills and fever, transformation into Huangdan (Jaundice), and diarrhea/dysentery.
It is also said: If human sweat mixes into food and is eaten, it results in Ding Sores and Yong Ju Sores.

The *Yangsheng Fang* states: Covering food with copper vessels allows sweat to seep in; consuming this causes malignant sores and internal Ju (Deep-seated Abscesses).
It is also said: Eating raw fish slices together with pig liver and lung triggers Ju.
It is also said: Eating chicken meat together with Wuji (Black-bone Chicken) triggers Ju.
It is also said: Consuming the white, paste-like substance found in fish bellies together with Wuji meat also triggers Ju.
It is also said: Eating the golden gills of fish triggers Ju.
It is also said: Forcing oneself to eat heavily after becoming drunk may unfortunately trigger Dan (Jaundice). Treatments such as Tangwen (Hot Compress), Zhenshi (Acupuncture and Moxibustion/Lithotomy), have separate specific formulas. The methods of Supplementation/Nourishment and Daoyin are attached hereafter.

The *Yangsheng Fang Daoyin Fa* states: Stand upright leaning against a wall, hold the breath, and guide Qi from the head down to the feet to stop. This cures Ju. Guiding Qi involves inhaling five times through the nose and exhaling once as one cycle (Tong). Completing twelve cycles achieves a cure.
It is also said: Sit upright leaning against a wall, hold the breath, and guide Qi entering and exiting through the mouth, allowing the Qi to reach the head and stop. This treats Ju, Bi Syndrome (Obstruction), and Qi deficiency.