Balancing Yin and Yang: A Traditional Chinese Medicine Formula to Prevent Common Ailments

Balancing Yin and Yang: A Traditional Chinese Medicine Formula to Prevent Common Ailments

(This article is for learning and reference only and cannot replace medical advice and prescriptions. The combinations and formulas mentioned must be referenced and applied under the guidance of a TCM practitioner, and should not be attempted blindly!) Theoretical basis of this article: “Formulas and Prescriptions”, “Chinese Herbal Medicine” Hello, I am a TCM practitioner, … Read more

A Comprehensive Guide to 50 Common Medicinal Herbs in Rural China

A Comprehensive Guide to 50 Common Medicinal Herbs in Rural China

In the original mountains and rivers, every grass and tree has its purpose. Every plant in nature is a gift to humanity. We may pay more attention to flowers and herbs, but many wildflowers and grasses by the roadside also have magical uses. You may have seen many of these before but not know their … Read more

A Specialized Formula for Phlegm: Addressing Phlegm-Related Illnesses from the Root

A Specialized Formula for Phlegm: Addressing Phlegm-Related Illnesses from the Root

Author | Zhang Jingyi Editor | Chunfeng Reviewer | Xiao Ye Recently, an uncle came to see me for treatment. He mentioned that he has been feeling dizzy and lightheaded, with everything around him spinning, occasionally accompanied by headaches. After taking many medications without improvement, he sought my help for some traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) … Read more

Methods for TCM Regulation of Yin Deficiency Constitution

Methods for TCM Regulation of Yin Deficiency Constitution

Methods for TCM Regulation of Yin Deficiency Constitution The Yin deficiency constitution is best regulated with herbs that nourish Yin and moisten dryness. Herbs that can replenish Yin include: Hai Shen (Sea Cucumber), Bai He (Lily Bulb), Mai Dong (Ophiopogon), Tian Dong (Asparagus), Shi Hu (Dendrobium), Yu Zhu (Polygonatum), Huang Jing (Polygonatum), Ming Dang Shen … Read more

Ten Herbs for Nourishing Yin: A Reference for Individuals with Yin Deficiency

Ten Herbs for Nourishing Yin: A Reference for Individuals with Yin Deficiency

Author: Chen Chuxiong Reviewed by: Qiu Kaifeng Institution: Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University Source: Yixian Pharmacy Yin deficiency constitution refers to a condition where there is insufficient yin fluid in the body due to dysfunction of the organs, leading to symptoms such as thirst, dry throat, and internal heat caused by yin deficiency. … Read more

Ten Herbs for Nourishing Yin: A Reference for Individuals with Yin Deficiency

Ten Herbs for Nourishing Yin: A Reference for Individuals with Yin Deficiency

Author: Chen Chuxiong, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University Yin deficiency refers to a condition where there is insufficient Yin fluid in the body due to dysfunction of the organs, leading to symptoms such as thirst, dry throat, and internal heat. Common manifestations include flushed cheeks, hot palms and soles, night sweats, and a … Read more

Five Major Deficiency Syndromes and Their Corresponding Herbal Formulas (Qi Deficiency, Blood Deficiency, Yin Deficiency, Yang Deficiency)

Five Major Deficiency Syndromes and Their Corresponding Herbal Formulas (Qi Deficiency, Blood Deficiency, Yin Deficiency, Yang Deficiency)

Five Major Deficiency Syndromes: 1. The body deficiency is divided into four types: Qi deficiency, Blood deficiency, Yin deficiency, and Yang deficiency.  1. Qi Deficiency: The main manifestations of Qi deficiency include: shortness of breath, fatigue, low voice, shortness of breath upon exertion, easy sweating, dizziness, palpitations, pale yellow complexion, poor appetite, heat sensation, spontaneous … Read more

What Can We Learn from the Table of Contents of the Compendium of Materia Medica?

What Can We Learn from the Table of Contents of the Compendium of Materia Medica?

Click the blue text above to follow us Zhao Zhongzhen: 200 Lectures on the Health Wisdom of the Compendium of Materia Medica Now available on Himalaya For more interesting content, click Read the original text to listen Grasping the Essentials Hello friends! I am Zhao Zhongzhen. When reading a book, it is essential to analyze … Read more

Reflections on the Compendium of Materia Medica: The World is Medicine

Reflections on the Compendium of Materia Medica: The World is Medicine

Many people have studied the Ben Cao Gang Mu (Compendium of Materia Medica), and research on it has almost become a specialized academic discipline. My reflections on reading the Ben Cao Gang Mu are merely a small insight into this great work. In the opening section of Li Shizhen‘s Ben Cao Gang Mu, the principles … Read more

The Birth of the Compendium of Materia Medica

The Birth of the Compendium of Materia Medica

2015 Xiling Spring Auction The Compendium of Materia Medica (Zuben) Compiled by Li Shizhen (明) Published in the 18th year of the Wanli era (1590) by Hu Chenglong in Jinling 21 volumes, cotton paper Collection seal: Yurun Tang Library Seal (red) Half frame: 19.3×14.3cm, open size: 26.1×16.3cm Summary: This is the first printed edition of … Read more