The theory of the zang-fu organ systems is linked to the theory of vital substances and the theory of the five phases of transformation (wu xing). Each zang-fu organ system is associated with a particular phase of the transformation and transportation of the various vital substances.
There are five zang-fu organ systems, each system consisting of one zang organ and one fu organ. This chart demonstrates characteristics of zang and fu organs.
Zang Organs: Yin - Relatively solid internal structures - Involved in transformation and storage of vital substances
Fu Organs: Yang - Hollow structures - Involved in the transportation of partially transformed substances
Each zang organ is associated with a fu organ, creating five yin-yang organ systems. Each of these organ systems corresponds with one of the five phases of transformation.
Zang Fu Phase
Spleen Stomach Earth
Lung Large intestine Metal
Kidney Bladder Water
Liver Gall bladder Wood
Heart Small intenstine Fire
The harmony of yin and yang, and therefore good health, is manifested in the harmonious interaction between the zang and fu organ systems. When there is disharmony within or between any of the zang fu organ systems, there will be signs and symptoms that correspond with the zang or fu system affected. This field is created to automate Zang Fu and balance all the things from above.
