Single Herbs Guide
Herbal Formulas & Their Uses
How to Prepare & Use Herbal Medicine
Does everyone know about the herbs mentioned in Jay Chou’s (周杰伦) “Compendium of Materia Medica”? —— What are the “16 medicinal herbs” mentioned in Jay Chou’s “Compendium of Materia Medica”? Ma Qian Zi (Strychnos nux-vomica), Jue Ming Zi (Cassia seed), Cang Er Zi (Xanthium fruit), Lian Zi (Lotus seed), Huang Yao Zi (Cinnabar), Ku Dou … Read more
Sharing the Compendium of Materia Medica by the Ming Dynasty physician Li Shizhen Li Shizhen (1518—1593), styled Dongbi, later self-styled as Binhushanren, was from Waxiaba (now known as Boshi Street) in Qizhou Town, Qichun County, Hubei Province. He was a renowned medical scientist of the Ming Dynasty. Later, he served as the chief physician at … Read more
Author: Shenzhen Baoan Pure Traditional Chinese Medicine Treatment Hospital, Jin Yuanjun, Mei Quanxi Mei Quanxi Column Ben Cao Gang Mu Volume Fifteen of the Herb Section Tianmingjing Treating Toothache Zhu Ruizhang’s Collected Recipes: When I was appointed to the Huai West government, I suffered from severe toothache. A person used a pinch of herbs. After … Read more
Introduction: It is rumored that singer Chen Kun once rolled Bai Zhi (Angelica dahurica), Bing Pian (Borneol), and Xi Xin (Asarum) in paper, ignited it, and used the smoke to cure Huang Xiaoming’s migraine. The method of nasal medication has existed since ancient times, known for its rapid effects, convenience, ease of learning, and safety. … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and ancient poetry are treasures of Chinese culture that have been passed down for thousands of years. The former embodies the benevolence and great love of healers for the world, while the latter uses tonal variations to touch the hearts of people. When TCM meets ancient poetry, it creates a unique … Read more
Mei Quanxi Column Compendium of Materia Medica Volume Twelve: The Legend of Huang Jing XU Xuan’s “Records of the Divine” states: A maid from a wealthy family in Linchuan escaped into the deep mountains. After a long time, she found wild grass with lovely branches and leaves, took the roots to eat, and was never … Read more
Issue 19—The Historical Transmission of Materia Medica Literature (Part 3) (with audio) In the previous two issues of Exploring Traditional Culture, we delved into the historical transmission of materia medica literature before the Tang Dynasty and during the Song, Jin, and Yuan Dynasties. Click the links below to revisit ☟ Exploring Traditional Culture | Issue … Read more
Author: Yuan Dejun, Mei Quanxi, Third Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine Ben Cao Gang Mu Stories of Medicinal Herbs Ma Chi Xian Treating Ulcers Ma Chi Xian Treating Ulcers [Shizhen said]: The diseases treated by Ma Chi Xian (Portulaca oleracea) mainly rely on its ability to disperse blood and reduce swelling. [Poem]: … Read more
Shan Zhu Yu Shān Zhū Yú Alias Shu Zao, Shu Shi, Ji Zu, Shan Yu Rou, Shi Zao Er, Rou Zao, Zao Pi, Yu Rou, Yao Zao, Yu Shi, Hong Zao Pi Functions Tonifies the liver and kidneys, astringes essence and stops sweating. Symptoms include dizziness, tinnitus, spontaneous sweating, soreness of the lower back and … Read more
Follow Famous TCM Formulas to discuss Traditional Chinese Medicine together! A historical coincidence or mistake often leaves behind irreparable errors, untraceable truths, or perplexing enigmas for future generations… To Practice Medicine or to Be an Official? That Is the Question Those familiar with Traditional Chinese Medicine or Chinese history should know about the book “Compendium … Read more