Understanding Traditional Chinese Medicine: Clearing Heat, Detoxifying, Reducing Swelling, and Alleviating Pain

Understanding Traditional Chinese Medicine: Clearing Heat, Detoxifying, Reducing Swelling, and Alleviating Pain

Luobuma (Euphorbia lathyris), belonging to the Apocynaceae (Dogbane family) and Gynostemma (a genus of climbing plants), is a perennial herbaceous vine with tuberous roots, and the entire plant contains latex. The leaves are opposite, ovate to heart-shaped, tapering to a point, and glabrous. The corolla is white with pinkish internal grooves and soft hairs. Luobuma … Read more

The Benefits of Eating Artemisia Annua in Spring: Clearing Heat, Detoxifying, and Nourishing the Liver

The Benefits of Eating Artemisia Annua in Spring: Clearing Heat, Detoxifying, and Nourishing the Liver

In the spring fields, various wild vegetables are sprouting tender shoots one after another. During this beautiful season, stepping into nature to harvest a delicious gift from spring is not only a joy but also follows the wisdom of “eating in season”. When it comes to wild vegetables, people are quite familiar with shepherd’s purse … Read more

Eating According to the Seasons: A Year-Round Guide to Clearing Heat, Detoxifying, and Strengthening the Spleen and Stomach for Health and Longevity

Eating According to the Seasons: A Year-Round Guide to Clearing Heat, Detoxifying, and Strengthening the Spleen and Stomach for Health and Longevity

Eating according to the seasons throughout the year can effectively clear heat, detoxify, and benefit the spleen and stomach, ensuring health and longevity! These foods, consumed throughout the year, are more effective than any tonic! Don’t believe it? Then give it a try! January: Yam Benefits the Spleen and Stomach Yam grows in the soil, … Read more

Dan Shen: A Powerful Herb for Activating Blood Circulation, Nourishing the Heart, and Calming the Mind

Dan Shen: A Powerful Herb for Activating Blood Circulation, Nourishing the Heart, and Calming the Mind

“The body is the foundation of revolution. If the body is unwell, no matter how many delicacies are presented, one cannot enjoy them.” This was said by my friend’s mother a few days ago. My friend told me that her mother always has trouble sleeping at night, often becoming irritable due to minor issues or … Read more

Understanding Ginseng, Salvia, Codonopsis, and American Ginseng: Each Has Its Benefits, Eating Wrong Equals Waste!

Understanding Ginseng, Salvia, Codonopsis, and American Ginseng: Each Has Its Benefits, Eating Wrong Equals Waste!

Pupu In autumn and winter, nourishing with ginseng is essential, but there are many types of “ginseng” including Ren Shen (Ginseng), Dan Shen (Salvia), Dang Shen (Codonopsis), Sha Shen (Glehnia), Hong Shen (Red Ginseng), Xiyang Shen (American Ginseng), and Tai Zi Shen (Prince Ginseng). It can be confusing, but what are their differences? How should … Read more

Dan Shen and Hawthorn Powder: A Preventive Remedy for Cardiovascular Health

Dan Shen and Hawthorn Powder: A Preventive Remedy for Cardiovascular Health

Middle-aged and elderly individuals undergo annual health check-ups, and most find that they have issues such as atherosclerosis or elevated blood lipids, which can lead to abnormal blood supply to the heart and brain. Why has the incidence of heart disease and cerebrovascular disease been so high in recent years? These factors are the “pioneers” … Read more

The Rising Price of Dan Shen: Future Market Trends

The Rising Price of Dan Shen: Future Market Trends

Dan Shen (Salvia miltiorrhiza) is one of the commonly used traditional Chinese medicinal herbs in China. In the winter of 2022, as the new harvest season began, prices continued to rise. Entering the spring of 2023, the demand remains high, with the price of semi-fine quality Dan Shen from Linyi, Shandong reaching around 20 yuan, … Read more

Differences Among Ginseng, Danshen, Codonopsis, American Ginseng, and More: Effects and Usage Explained

Differences Among Ginseng, Danshen, Codonopsis, American Ginseng, and More: Effects and Usage Explained

In the autumn and winter, ginseng is a popular choice for supplementation. However, there are many members of the “ginseng” family, including Ren Shen (Ginseng), Dan Shen (Salvia miltiorrhiza), Dang Shen (Codonopsis pilosula), Sha Shen (Glehnia littoralis), Hong Shen (Red Ginseng), Xi Yang Shen (American Ginseng), and Tai Zi Shen (Pseudostellaria heterophylla). What are the … Read more

Dan Shen and Hawthorn: The Golden Combination for Preventing and Treating Cardiovascular Diseases

Dan Shen and Hawthorn: The Golden Combination for Preventing and Treating Cardiovascular Diseases

Inheriting the legacy of Qi Huang, focusing on life and health Ai Yu Xiang Tang Source / Kang Sheng Hao Fang Everyone is familiar with the sweet and sour candied hawthorn, but do you know that hawthorn has other medicinal values besides its taste? Here, I will introduce it to you. The hawthorn tree is … Read more

Using Danshen for Activating Blood Circulation, Resolving Stasis, Nourishing the Heart, and Calming the Spirit!

Using Danshen for Activating Blood Circulation, Resolving Stasis, Nourishing the Heart, and Calming the Spirit!

This prescription comes from Mr. Shi Jinmo, one of the four great doctors of Beijing. Shi Jinmo (March 28, 1881 – August 22, 1969), originally named Yuqian, courtesy name Jiangsheng, was from Xiaoshan District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province. He was a modern Chinese medicine clinician, educator, and reformer, recognized as one of the “Four Great Doctors … Read more