Shu Di Huang (Rehmannia Glutinosa) Tonifies the kidneys and nourishes the blood Benefits the marrow and fills the fluids Darkens hair and prevents greying Shu Di Huang is the dried tuber of Rehmannia glutinosa, processed through specific methods. It is sweet and slightly warm, entering the liver and kidney meridians, with a soft and moist … Read more
Rehmannia glutinosa, known in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) as 熟地黄 (Shú Dì Huáng), is the tuber of the plant belonging to the family Scrophulariaceae. It is processed through steaming and drying. This herb is known for its ability to nourish blood, enrich yin, and replenish essence. It is primarily used to treat conditions such as … Read more
The winter, when all things lie dormant, is the best time to nourish and strengthen the body. When it comes to “nourishing,” people often think of various precious “tonics,” but many common medicinal materials and food ingredients, when used properly, can achieve the same nourishing effects. This week, we introduce the “nourishing herb” Shudi Huang. … Read more
Shudi Huang (熟地黄) is a processed product of Sheng Di Huang (生地黄). Di Huang (Rehmannia glutinosa (Gaetn.) Libosch. ex Fisch. et Mey.) is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Scrophulariaceae family. Shudi Huang is sweet and slightly warm in nature, and it enters the Liver (肝) and Kidney (肾) meridians. It has the effects … Read more
Shu Di Huang (熟地黄) Shu Di Huang is the fresh or dried tuber of the plant Rehmannia glutinosa, belonging to the Scrophulariaceae family. After processing, Sheng Di Huang (生地黄) is transformed into Shu Di Huang, which appears as irregular chunks or fragments of varying sizes and thicknesses. The surface is dark black with a glossy … Read more
01 Introduction Shu Di Huang (Rehmannia Glutinosa) is a heat-clearing herb, derived from the dried tuber of the plant belonging to the Scrophulariaceae family. It is a processed product of Sheng Di Huang (Raw Rehmannia). Shu Di Huang has a sweet taste and a warm nature, and it is associated with the liver and kidney … Read more
Authentic Characteristics of Medicinal Materials Authentic Characteristics Ancient scholars evaluated Angelica Sinensis (Dang Gui) based on its variety, shape, and origin. The “Compendium of Materia Medica” states that “Mao Wei Dang Gui” (Horse Tail Angelica) is superior to “Cao Dang Gui” (Grass Angelica), highlighting the differences between varieties. The “Illustrated Classic of Materia Medica” records: … Read more
Angelica Sinensis (Dang Gui): Nourishes blood, regulates menstruation, alleviates pain, and stabilizes pregnancy; a miraculous herb for women’s health. Angelica Sinensis, sweet and pungent, warm in nature, enters the liver, heart, spleen meridians, and the uterus. Its functions include nourishing blood, regulating menstruation, invigorating blood circulation, and relieving pain. Applications of Angelica Sinensis Regulating Menstruation … Read more
“Xiao Han, Da Han freeze into a lump,” during the period from “Xiao Han” to “Da Han,” the temperature in most parts of our country is at its lowest for the year. After the consumption of the body’s organs and yin-yang qi and blood throughout spring, summer, and autumn, there will be some deficiency. Reasonable … Read more
The famous physician of the Ming Dynasty, Li Shizhen, stated in the “Compendium of Materia Medica”: “In ancient times, when men married, they sought to have offspring. Angelica Sinensis (Dang Gui) regulates the blood and is a necessary herb for women, symbolizing the longing for a husband, hence the name ‘Dang Gui.’” Story of Angelica … Read more