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Traditional Chinese Medicine: Both Heat Above and Cold Below? A Dose of Huang Lian Decoction for Comprehensive Treatment

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Traditional Chinese Medicine: Both Heat Above and Cold Below? A Dose of Huang Lian Decoction for Comprehensive Treatment

Many people often experience recurrent heat symptoms. They take some heat-clearing medications, but after a few days, the heat returns, and ultimately, their stomach becomes increasingly cold, leading to diarrhea whenever they consume cold foods. What is going on? Today, Dr. Li will provide you with the answer to help improve this condition. This phenomenon … Read more

28 Classic Formulas Commonly Used in Clinical Practice

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28 Classic Formulas Commonly Used in Clinical Practice

1.【Ren Shen Tang】(Ginseng Decoction)Ingredients: Ren Shen (Ginseng) 30g, Mai Men Dong (Ophiopogon, remove heart, roasted) 30g, Sheng Gan Di Huang (Rehmannia, roasted) 30g, Dang Gui (Angelica, sliced, stir-fried) 30g, Shao Yao (Peony) 30g, Huang Qi (Astragalus, crushed) 30g, Bai Fu Ling (Poria, remove black skin) 30g, Gan Cao (Licorice, roasted) 30g.Usage: Grind the above eight … Read more

Zhang Zhongjing’s Prescription for Treating “Spleen Qi Deficiency and Qi Stagnation”

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Morning flowers and evening harvests, revisiting old matters. This is content that was pushed two days ago. Today, we review and learn anew. (This article is for learning and reference only. The formulas mentioned should not be blindly attempted by non-professionals without guidance from a TCM practitioner.) The theoretical basis of this article: “Shang Han … Read more

This Formula Elevates Clarity, Reduces Turbidity, and Eliminates Damp-Heat

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This Formula Elevates Clarity, Reduces Turbidity, and Eliminates Damp-Heat

Chinese Medicine Book Club Issue 2505 One issue daily, accompanying the growth of TCM practitioners Due to changes in the public account’s push mechanism, articles will no longer be displayed in chronological order, so you may not see the articles from the Chinese Medicine Book Club in your timeline.If you wish to see the articles … Read more

Nasal Medications in the Compendium of Materia Medica

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Nasal Medications in the Compendium of Materia Medica

Introduction: It is rumored that singer Chen Kun once rolled Bai Zhi (Angelica dahurica), Bing Pian (Borneol), and Xi Xin (Asarum) in paper, ignited it, and used the smoke to cure Huang Xiaoming’s migraine. The method of nasal medication has existed since ancient times, known for its rapid effects, convenience, ease of learning, and safety. … Read more

Li Saimai: Illustrated Explanation of the Essentials of the Golden Chamber

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Li Saimai: Illustrated Explanation of the Essentials of the Golden Chamber

▲ Li Saimai, Professor at Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Chief Physician, Doctoral Supervisor, Expert enjoying special government allowances Introduction This book is based on Professor Li Saimai’s “Lectures on the Essentials of the Golden Chamber” from Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine. It selects the most representative important diseases and formulas, combining the main symptoms … Read more

Summary of 106 Formulas from the Golden Chamber

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Summary of 106 Formulas from the Golden Chamber

1 Ren Shen Tang (Ginseng Decoction)——(Shen Cao Bai Jiang): This is the Li Zhong Tang (Regulate the Middle Decoction) with Pao Jiang (processed ginger) replaced by Gan Jiang (dried ginger). Fresh ginger is used for its pungent dispersing properties, while Pao Jiang retains warmth without dispersing, and Gan Jiang is warmer with less dispersing effect. … Read more

Compilation of 106 Formulas from the Golden Chamber (Jin Kui Yao Lue)

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Compilation of 106 Formulas from the Golden Chamber (Jin Kui Yao Lue)

​ 1 Ren Shen Tang——（Shen Cao Bai Jiang）：This is the Li Zhong Tang with Pao Jiang replaced by Gan Jiang. Fresh ginger is used for its pungent dispersing properties, while Pao Jiang retains warmth without dispersing, and Gan Jiang is more warming with less dispersing effect. 2 Xiao Ban Xia Tang——（Sheng Jiang 24, Ban Xia … Read more

Summary of 106 Formulas from the Golden Chamber

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Summary of 106 Formulas from the Golden Chamber

Golden Chamber – Professor Qin Bowei’s concise explanation of the application of formulas from the Golden Chamber is truly clear and straightforward. I have organized it slightly for everyone to review, which may be useful. 1. Ren Shen Tang (Ginseng Decoction) – (Ren Shen, Bai Jiang, Zhi Gan Cao): This is the Li Zhong Tang … Read more

Eight Principles of Classical Formulas in the Treatise on Cold Damage: Unveiling the Essence of Zhang Zhongjing’s Medicine!

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Eight Principles of Classical Formulas in the Treatise on Cold Damage: Unveiling the Essence of Zhang Zhongjing's Medicine!

Inheriting the legacy of Qi Huang, a public account with substance and warmth. Verse: Huang Qi Gui Zhi Wu Wu Decoction, Shao Yao Da Zao and Sheng Jiang, benefits Qi, warms the meridians, harmonizes Ying and Wei, effective for blood bi and wind bi. Ingredients: Huang Qi 、Gui Zhi、Shao Yao、Sheng Jiang、Da Zao。 Dosage: Huang Qi … Read more