Most people know that Huang Qi (Astragalus) is used to tonify Qi, and as a key herb for Qi replenishment, its honey-fried form can enhance its ability to tonify the middle and benefit Qi. It is widely used in clinical practice, but Huang Qi has many other benefits beyond just tonifying Qi. 1. Benefit the … Read more
Astragalus (Huang Qi) is sweet and warm in nature, and is a commonly used herb for tonifying Qi. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) believes that many functions of the human body rely on “Qi” to be accomplished. Qi can promote physiological activities, often referring to the physiological functions of various organs; it has a protective role … Read more
Astragalus Benefits1. Tonifies Qi and Strengthens the Exterior Raw Astragalus (Huang Qi) has the effects of tonifying Qi, strengthening the exterior, promoting urination, reducing swelling, and detoxifying to promote tissue regeneration. It is suitable for symptoms such as spontaneous sweating, night sweats, blood stasis, edema, and abscesses that do not heal or take a long … Read more
Ginseng, as a representative of traditional Chinese medicine, has a history of nearly four thousand years of application in China, and has been regarded by renowned medical experts throughout history as the “king of herbs.” Many classic medical texts record the efficacy and functions of ginseng. It is also well-known as a powerful tonic. Let … Read more
Liver Qi Stagnation, also known as Liver Qi Depression, is clinically characterized by: mental depression, emotional instability, frequent sighing, chest fullness and discomfort, rib pain, pain in unspecified locations, abdominal fullness with belching, loss of appetite, irregular bowel movements, and in women, menstrual irregularities. The tongue is pale red with a thin greasy coating, and … Read more
Tai Chi is based on the principles of Yin and Yang, utilizing the theories of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) meridians and osteology as its physiological foundation. It can open the meridians and invigorate Qi and blood. With over 150 million practitioners worldwide, Tai Chi is an aerobic health exercise that uniquely integrates Qigong, martial arts, … Read more
01 Scientific Breathing Method Tai Chi emphasizes abdominal breathing, whether through natural breathing or the movements of the form, it stresses abdominal breathing.Breathing is also coordinated with intention; during inhalation, the internal energy rises along the Du Mai (Governing Vessel) up the spine, and during exhalation, it descends along the Ren Mai (Conception Vessel) down … Read more
Due to the health benefits, cultural origins, movement characteristics, martial arts connotations, rhythmic aesthetics, social entertainment, and philosophical thoughts associated with Tai Chi, it is deeply loved by the Chinese people. At the same time, as a quintessence of traditional Chinese culture, it is respected by people from different ethnicities and cultures around the world. … Read more
What is Gua Sha? Gua Sha refers to a therapy that involves scraping the skin with a specific tool (such as jade or buffalo horn) lubricated with water or oil along the meridians, resulting in localized congestion. It primarily serves diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. The areas typically treated are the thicker parts of the skin, … Read more
Have you ever tried Gua Sha? Do you really understand the benefits of Gua Sha? Gua Sha is one of the traditional natural therapies in China, based on the TCM theory of the skin. It involves scraping the skin with materials such as cow horn or jade on relevant areas to achieve the purpose of … Read more