| Objective: To analyze the proportion of Yang deficiency constitution among contemporary college students and to measure the meridian energy values of those with Yang deficiency constitution. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted to assess the TCM constitutions of college students on campus, and the meridian energy values of those with Yang deficiency constitution were measured using a TCM meridian detector. Results: The distribution of TCM constitutions among college students was in the order of Yang deficiency, Qi deficiency, Yin deficiency, and damp-heat, etc. Among the twelve main meridians of those with Yang deficiency constitution, the number of low or relatively low meridian energy values was predominant. Compared with the balanced constitution, the energy values of the Large Intestine Meridian, Stomach Meridian, and Kidney Meridian in the Yang deficiency constitution group were lower, with statistically significant differences (P< 0.01). The energy values of the Spleen Meridian and Bladder Meridian were higher, with statistically significant differences (P<0.01). Conclusion: The majority of contemporary college students have a biased constitution, with Yang deficiency being the most common. The meridian energy values of college students with Yang deficiency constitution are generally at a low or relatively low level. |