Astragalus Latin name: Astragalus membranaceus (Fisch.) Bunge, also known as Huang Qi, Wang Sun, Bai Yao Mian, and Jian Qi, is a perennial herbaceous plant of the legume family. The plant is found in Inner Mongolia, Shanxi, Gansu, Heilongjiang, and other regions, and is a nationally protected species. The medicinal material Huang Qi is derived … Read more
Click the “Public Account” above to subscribe! Source｜China Traditional Chinese Medicine News Written by｜Zhou Wenqing, Beijing Yanqing District Maternal and Child Health Hospital Ancient physicians placed great importance on maintaining smooth bowel movements. Ge Hong believed: “If one wishes to avoid death, the intestines must be free of residue; if one wishes to live long, … Read more
Click above to follow us! Inheriting the essence of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and spreading TCM culture Huang Qi (Astragalus) Li Shizhen in the “Compendium of Materia Medica” explains its name: “Qi means long. Huang Qi is yellow in color, being the foremost among tonics, hence the name.” 【Scientific Name】 Huang Qi (Astragalus membranaceus) 【Other … Read more
Astragalus (Huang Qi) is a commonly used Qi-tonifying herb, often referred to as one of the top ten health-promoting herbs in traditional Chinese medicine! In the drama “The Legend of the Female Doctor Ming Fei”, the prescription given by Lady Yu after her miscarriage included Astragalus! In real life, some people habitually brew a cup … Read more
Astragalus (Huang Qi), also known as Huang Qi, is referred to by Li Shizhen as the “king of tonics” and is classified as a superior herb in ancient texts. The dried root has been a renowned tonic with extensive applications since ancient times. Historical medical texts describe its five main benefits: 1) tonifying deficiencies, 2) … Read more
Astragalus, historically also written as “Huang Qi”. The term “Qi” represents the elder; one can only be called “Qi” after reaching the age of sixty. Thus, Astragalus in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) resembles a venerable elder, whose effects, though subtle, are significant, making it a favored herb among physicians throughout history. Today, let us discuss … Read more
Disease Inquiry, Health Guidance, Classic Health Preservation, Traditional Chinese Medicine and Herbal Medicine, Seeking Help for Illness Most people know that Astragalus (Huang Qi) is used to tonify Qi, and as a key herb for Qi replenishment, honey-fried Astragalus can enhance its ability to tonify the middle and benefit Qi. It is widely used in … Read more
Astragalus (Huang Qi), also known as Huang Qi or Huang Zhi, is the root of the leguminous plant Astragalus membranaceus, a commonly used traditional Chinese medicinal herb. In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), Astragalus is believed to have the effects of tonifying Qi, stabilizing the exterior, promoting diuresis, and generating muscle tissue from toxins, and is … Read more
The Efficacy, Uses, and Contraindications of Astragalus (Huang Qi) Astragalus (Huang Qi) is a common traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) herb known for its mild warming properties and sweet taste. It is associated with the Spleen (Pi) and Lung (Fei) meridians and possesses various efficacies and functions, but there are also some contraindications and foods that … 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