Qi Stagnation and Blood Stasis Traditional Chinese Medicine Diagnostic Thinking – Pain f Qi stagnation and blood stasis refer to the disruption of the flow of Qi and the obstruction of blood circulation due to various reasons, which is a very common classification of pain syndromes. As stated in the book “Shou Shi Bao Yuan”: … Read more
Ginseng is well-known, and perhaps what friends are most interested in is whether ginseng can run away; first of all, it is certain that ginseng does not become a spirit and does not run away! Why is there a rumor that ginseng can run away?It is because ginseng, as a perennial herbaceous plant, has a … Read more
Serious Statement: All content in this public account is organized from the courses of the Houpu Traditional Chinese Medicine Health Class, intended solely for the learning use of Houpu TCM students. Unauthorized dissemination for commercial purposes is prohibited, and violators will be held accountable. ðŸ˜When taking a pulse, the patient’s pathogenic qi can easily enter … Read more
The kidneys are the foundation of congenital vitality and are one of the most important organs in the human body, responsible for maintaining body fluids, promoting red blood cell production, secreting renin, and activating vitamin D3. For men, the kidneys are not only part of the body’s organs but also a significant indicator of sexual … Read more
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), it is believed that women are fundamentally reliant on blood. A woman’s beauty and health depend on the abundance of Qi and blood, while blood deficiency (xue xu) is considered the primary adversary for women. As work and study pressures increase with age, a person’s Qi and blood may begin … Read more
​In today’s society, although people do not suffer from hunger, there are still many individuals with xue xu (血虚, Blood Deficiency). Of course, the degree of blood deficiency varies from person to person. Let me illustrate with a few examples! Some people often feel fatigued; after a day of errands like grocery shopping or taking … Read more
Introduction Ginseng has a wide range of uses and is highly favored by the public. However, the understanding of ginseng is often quite vague. Everyone knows that ginseng tonifies Qi (vital energy). But different classifications of ginseng have different functions, which is not widely known. Therefore, today we will discuss the basic knowledge about ginseng. … Read more
The earliest existing monograph on Chinese medicine, the Shen Nong Ben Cao Jing (Shen Nong’s Classic of Materia Medica), records the essence of ginseng’s medicinal use that was established in China over 4000 years ago: “Ginseng, sweet and slightly cold in nature, primarily nourishes the five organs.” Effects of Ginseng Beauty and Skin Care The … Read more
Compilation of National Chinese Medicinal Herbs: Ginseng Pinyin Rén ShÄ“n Alias Bangchui, Shanshen, Yuanshen, Shenye Source The root of the plant Panax ginseng C. A. Mey. (P. schin-seng Nees) from the family Araliaceae, with its leaves also used medicinally, referred to as Shenye. It is generally harvested from plants that are over five years old. … Read more
Qi deficiency primarily manifests as a tendency to speak little, lethargy, and a pale complexion. So, what causes Qi deficiency? How can it be managed? 　　There are three main causes of Qi deficiency 1. Prolonged Lying There is a saying: “Eating well is not as good as dumplings, and being comfortable is not as good … Read more