All religions say HEART is the ruler or Emperor of the world and so the Universe.
Located in the Thorax, HEART is internally and externally related to the SMALL INTESTINE the seperator of the pure and impure
The main physiological functions of the HEART are controlling blood and blood vessels, housing the mind.
1. Controlling the blood and vessels - Vessels are the site of blood containment and circulation, the impulse of the heart sending blood incessantly through the vessels to nourish the whole body. When blood supply is sufficient and blood circulation normal, the tissues and organs are well nourished and function properly.
• Liv 8 and SP 5 carry out this function.
2. Housing the mind - The HEART and HEART PROTECTOR(PERICARDIUM) are considered the main organs governing mental activities and generalising the physiological function of the brain. Spirit, consciousness, memory, thinking and sleep are all dominated by this function of the HEART.
•GB 38 and PC 9 carry out this function.
These two functions of the HEART have a mutual effect and correlation.
According to Acupuncture theory: " The HEART dominates the vessels and the vessels supply the mind "
The HEART opens into the tongue.
The two functions of the HEART, are closely related to colour, form, motility and sense of taste of the tongue. " Tongue is the mirror of the HEART "
