It is one of the most common habits in modern life — reaching for an ice-cold drink, straight from the fridge, with every meal. It may feel "refreshing". But in Traditional Chinese Medicine, it is one of the most consistently damaging things we can do to our digestive health. Understanding why requires a brief look at how TCM views digestion — and why warmth is not just a preference but a physiological necessity. The Digestive Fire — Spleen and Stomach in TCM In TCM, digestio
