Galen and the Four Humors

The video discusses the ancient belief that the human body is composed of four key humours: phlegm, yellow bile, black bile, and blood. Each humour has distinct characteristics, and health is achieved when they are balanced. Imbalances lead to illness, which can be treated by applying opposite qualities. The video encourages further learning through reading.

What are the four key humours mentioned in the video?

• Salt, sulfur, mercury, and lead

• Wind, water, fire, and earth

• Water, fire, earth, and air

• Phlegm, yellow bile, black bile, and blood

What happens when the humours are balanced in the body?

• The person becomes angry

• The person becomes ill

• The person is in perfect health

• The person feels tired

Which humour is described as hot and dry?

• Blood

• Black bile

• Yellow bile

• Phlegm

How can an imbalance in the humours be identified?

• Through observation

• Through dreams

• Through exercise

• Through meditation

What is the suggested treatment for an excess of phlegm?

• Something cold and wet

• Something dry and bitter

• Something hot and fiery

• Something sweet and sour