————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————– The primary herbs for clearing heat and detoxification are mainly qing re yao (清热药), used for various internal heat symptoms such as internal heat, damp-heat, and fire toxicity. When the body accumulates internal heat and toxins, symptoms like heat in the upper body, sore throat, and acne may appear. So, what are the herbs … Read more
Introduction: Learn about clearing heat and detoxifying herbs, and master the characteristics and clinical applications of Honeysuckle and Forsythia. After studying heat-clearing and fire-draining herbs and heat-clearing and damp-drying herbs, today we will begin learning about clearing heat and detoxifying herbs. Clearing Heat and Detoxifying Herbs Clearing heat and detoxifying herbs primarily function to clear … Read more
12 Common Formulas for Clearing Heat and Detoxifying 1. Xuan Shen (Scrophularia Root): Xuan Shen is the root of the Scrophulariaceae plant, containing xuan shenoside, cyclic ether terpenoids, volatile oils, and alkaloids. Pharmacological tests have shown that Xuan Shen decoction has blood pressure-lowering effects, as well as vasodilatory and cardiotonic properties. It is believed in … Read more
Although traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is beneficial, it is not without side effects. Always consult a local TCM practitioner for proper diagnosis and treatment! 1. **Xuan Shen** (玄参) – Xuan Shen is the root of the plants Scrophularia ningpoensis and Scrophularia buergeriana, containing iridoid glycosides, volatile oils, and alkaloids. Pharmacological studies have shown that Xuan … Read more
As winter fades and spring arrives, while other flowers remain silent, one flower eagerly senses the arrival of spring, blooming with a smile, its clusters of yellow blossoms resembling lanterns. Although it lacks the grandeur of peonies and the brilliance of paeonies, the sight of its golden hue signifies the vitality of blooming life and … Read more
Kǔguā (Bitter Melon) has the effects of cooling, quenching thirst, clearing heat and detoxifying, calming the heart and brightening the eyes, tonifying qi and relieving fatigue, and benefiting the kidneys and promoting diuresis. Bitter melon contains various vitamins and minerals, as well as effective components for fat reduction and weight loss, which can accelerate detoxification. … Read more
Qing Re Jie Du (Clearing Heat and Detoxification) and Kang Bing Du (Antiviral) are two distinct concepts, representing different expressions within two medical theoretical systems. Qing Re Jie Du is a term used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Chinese herbal medicine to describe a therapeutic function. It is one of the methods for clearing … Read more
▍Source: Saibolan – Pharmacy Manager▍Contributed by: Li Sibao (Licensed Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner) Re Du Qing Pian, Qing Re Jie Du Pian, and Niu Huang Jie Du Pian all possess the efficacy of clearing heat and detoxifying. With similar names, do you know the differences among them? 1 Re Du Qing Pian Standards and Efficacy:This … Read more
This chapter discusses 清热解毒药 (Qīngrè Jiědú Yào) or clearing heat and detoxifying herbs, with 金银花 (Jīn Yín Huā, Honeysuckle) being the first that comes to mind. We often brew it as tea, and along with it, we have its partner 连翘 (Lián Qiáo, Forsythia), 板蓝根 (Bǎn Lán Gēn, Isatis Root), and what we refer to … Read more
Pu Gong Ying (Dandelion), also known as “Huang Hua Di Ding” or “Po Po Ding,” is the whole herb of the dandelion plant from the Asteraceae family. It is harvested before or just as it begins to flower in spring and summer, cleaned of impurities. The best specimens have abundant leaves, a green color, intact … Read more