Body Pattern Model

The HolisticMe Body Pattern Model

A structured system that identifies functional body states from daily signals over time. 9 pattern types classify how the body processes energy, manages fluid balance, circulates resources, and responds to stress.

Informed by Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) body constitution theory — translated into a modern, signal-based classification framework.

9Body Pattern Types

1,000+Ingredients Modeled

∞Continuous Tracking

24hCircadian Intelligence

Classification

9 functional body states

Each pattern describes a distinct physiological tendency — how the body generates energy, regulates temperature, processes food, and responds to its environment.

Balanced

Ping He

A state of overall equilibrium. Energy is stable, digestion is smooth, sleep is restful, and mood is even. The system is functioning as intended.

Consistent energyGood digestionRestful sleepStable mood

Qi Deficient

Qi Xu

Low functional energy. The body struggles to maintain basic processes efficiently — fatigue, weak digestion, and low immunity are common signals.

Chronic fatigueWeak digestionShortness of breathLow immunity

Yang Deficient

Yang Xu

Insufficient warming energy. The body runs cold, metabolism slows, and circulation weakens — particularly in extremities.

Cold hands and feetLow metabolismFrequent urinationFatigue in cold weather

Yin Deficient

Yin Xu

Insufficient cooling and moistening capacity. The body runs hot and dry, with signs of internal heat and restlessness.

Night sweatsDry skin/throatAfternoon heatRestless sleep

Phlegm-Damp

Tan Shi

Excess fluid accumulation and sluggish metabolism. The body retains moisture, leading to heaviness, bloating, and foggy thinking.

BloatingHeavy limbsBrain fogOily skin

Damp-Heat

Shi Re

A combination of excess moisture and internal heat. Manifests as inflammation, skin issues, and digestive irritation.

Skin breakoutsDigestive irritationDark urineIrritability

Blood Stasis

Xue Yu

Poor circulation and sluggish blood flow. The body shows signs of stagnation — dark coloring, fixed pain, and slow recovery.

Dark complexionFixed pain areasSlow wound healingCold extremities

Qi Stagnation

Qi Yu

Functional energy is blocked rather than deficient. Stress and tension accumulate, affecting mood, digestion, and physical comfort.

Stress accumulationChest tightnessMood swingsDigestive irregularity

Inherited Sensitivity

Te Bing

A heightened sensitivity pattern, often constitutional. The body overreacts to environmental triggers, foods, or seasonal changes.

Allergic reactionsFood sensitivitiesSeasonal symptomsSkin sensitivity

Application

From pattern to guidance

Once a body pattern is identified, the system maps it to actionable outputs across food, lifestyle, and daily timing.

Signal Collection

Daily inputs — food, symptoms, energy, sleep, photos — feed the pattern engine.

Pattern Classification

AI identifies which of the 9 body patterns best describes the user's current functional state.

Personalized Output

Food recommendations, daily rhythm guidance, and long-term trend tracking are generated from the classified pattern.

Methodology

The HolisticMe Body Pattern Model is informed by Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) body constitution theory, a pattern-based system developed over thousands of years to classify how individuals respond to food, environment, and lifestyle. HolisticMe translates these principles into a modern, signal-driven classification framework powered by AI.

This model is for educational and wellness purposes only. It is not a medical diagnostic tool and should not replace professional healthcare advice.

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