• Journal of Korean Medical classics
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• v.27 no.4
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• pp.85-99
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• 2014

Objectives : Junsaengpaljeon(遵生八牋), a book specialized in curing was published during Ming Dynasty, addressing the significance on food through Eumchanboksikjeon(飮饌服食牋). Therefore, the objective of this study is to investigate the importance and utilization of food in curing from the perspective of author Goryum(高濂). Methods : Junsaengpaljeon released by InMinWiSaeng publisher was used in this study. The author and reference books were investigated, as well as the composition and contents of Eumchanboksikjeon. This study also focused on the utilization of food cure in Eumchanboksikjeon. Results : Volume 11 to 13 in Junsaengpaljeon is about Eumchanboksikjeon. Volume 11 is composed of Seokojaeron(序古諸論), Darchunyu(茶泉類), Tangpoomyu(湯品類), Sooksuyu(熟水類), Jukmiryu(粥糜類), Kwacillbunmiunyu(果實粉麵類), Pojaryu(脯鮓類) and Chisicryubeopjoerye(治食有法條例), whereas volume 12 is composed of Gasoyu(家蔬類), Yasoryu(野蔬類), Onjoryu(醞造類) and Kookryu(麯類). Volume 13 is composed of Chumsikyu (甛食類), Beopjeyakpumryu(法製藥品類), Boxsicbongyu(服食方類) and Gojaronbangjungyakmuljihae(高子論房中藥物之害). Especially volume 11 proposed the recipe and efficacy of Tangpoomyu(湯品類), Sooksuyu(熟水類), Jukmiryu(粥糜類) and Kwacillbunmiunyu(果實粉麵類), which can be used in food curing. Conclusions : Junsaengpaljeon Eumchanboksikjeon is a book complied the foods of Ming Dynasty with the description of dietetics theory. Especially this book covers Boxsicbong(服食方) and its dietary therapy prescription, and food for elderly health; it is, therefore, highly useful in applying various areas.

• Journal of Korean Medical classics
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• v.27 no.3
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• pp.47-66
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• 2014

Objectives : Evaluating water and its comparisons to Yin(陰) and Yang(陽). In this section, we will look into this matter from Dongeuibogam(東醫寶鑑) and introduce an oriental perspective on the subject of water(水部). Methods : Translating Eumchanboksikjeon(飮饌服食牋) from Junsangpaljeon(遵生八牋). An in depth study of related contents and comparing to the water section(水部) of Dongeuibogam(東醫寶鑑) Results : According to the section of Varieties of Teas and Water(茶泉類) in The Discussion of Springs(論泉水), Goryum(高濂) divided water into five different types in Eumchanboksikjeon(飮饌服食牋) of Junsangpaljeon(遵生八牋). These different types are Water that runs between rocks, Clear and cold water, Sweet and fragrant water, Spiritual water and Well water. Dongeuibogam(東醫寶鑑) also analyzed 28 different types of water out the 33 its list. The idea is that one must use water differently according its origins, where it originated, when and what season to maximize the usage of the water because the energy of water would be different. Conclusions : By evaluating water, we have learned that water picks up energy and changes according to its surrounding environments. The different types of water used changes the medicinal ingredients and it affects the human body differently. One must keep in mind, the cycles of water, its energy and how it helps us live a healthier life.

• Journal of Korean Medical classics
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• v.27 no.3
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• pp.67-86
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• 2014

Objectives : In this study, I want to work on efficacious porridges through inquiry into the Jukmiryu(粥穈類) based on the classical literature. It is intended to serve as a basic study to explore the modern-day application of dishes that are good as patient meals or healthy foods for elderly people. Methods : I have taken the original text of Jukmiryu(粥穈類) included in Junsaengpaljeon(遵生八牋) and translated it. Further, I have compared it to those porridges treated in Nonohangeon (老老恒言), a book in geriatrics from Ming Dynasty. Results : Nonohangeon(老老恒言) describes sources and effects of 100 porridges. With recipes too simplified, however, it doesn't provide any practical help. In contrast, Junsaengpaljeon(遵生八牋) presents 40 porridges together with their effects and recipes. It is practically more beneficial, as it provides recipes more specific than Nonohangeon(老老恒言). Conclusions : Jukmiryu(粥穈類) in Junsaengpaljeon(遵生八牋) set great store on the pharmacological effects of food. As it provides detailed description of porridge recipes and ingredients as well as their effects, readers can easily apply them to symptoms. Since individuals may choose what would be appropriate for their own symptoms, it could be helpful in not only providing patient meals and foods for elderly people but also improving dietary practice.