Tai Yin Type
The following is a generalized description of Tai-Yin people. Tai Yin people are more succumb to
circulatory disorders such as heart problems, strokes, or varicose veins. They have weaker lungs and
therefore tend to get asthma, frequent colds, etc. Tai Yin individuals prefer being sedentary and using their
hands. They use only a few blunt words to express themselves. They tend to carry extra weight in their
abdominal area.
Shao Yin Type
The following is a generalized description of shao-Yin people. The Shao Yin body type tends to have
a weak digestion. Since they are born with a weaker stomach, most of their symptoms are related to food.
They may suffer from chronic fatigue, food and environmental sensitivities, gas and bloating, and
a continuous sensation of coldness. Shao yin people tend to be shy and introverted by nature.
Shao Yang Type
The following is a generalized description of Shao-Yang people. Shao Yang people tend to have weaker
lower extremities and suffer from lower back pain. In Oriental Medicine, the Kidneys control the lower body.
Since the Shao Yang have weaker Kidneys, they tend to suffer from lower body symptoms. Shao Yang
people are very busy minded people. They always seem pre-occupied with something on their mind.
They seem to have endless energy but are somewhat careless in their actions.
Tai Yang Type
The following is a generalized description of Tai-Yang people. Like the Shao Yang body type, Tai Yang
Individuals tend to have weaker lower extremities. Unlike the Shao Yang, their lower extremities are weak
to the point of lacking the ability to walk or stand properly. These individuals may suffer from Parkinsons
Disease, cerebral palsy, or Multiple Sclerosis. Taiyang people feel the need to be in the lead. They don’t
like to take orders and are usually in a position of authority