Five Major Characteristics of Qi Deficiency Constitution Are You Affected?“ Qi deficiency constitution is a common issue that many people encounter, but many may not realize they are affected. This article will reveal the five major characteristics of qi deficiency constitution, helping you better understand and improve your physical condition. ” Individuals with a qi … Read more
The First Chapter: Diseases and Syndromes of the Zang-Fu Organs and Meridians Original Text: The question is: Why does a skilled physician treat diseases before they manifest? The master replied: To treat diseases before they manifest means to recognize the disease of the liver and understand that it transmits to the spleen. One must first … Read more
Chapter 1, Section 1 of the Essentials of the Golden Chamber Section 1 Question: What does it mean for a skilled physician to treat diseases before they manifest? The Master replied: To treat diseases before they manifest means to recognize liver diseases and understand that the liver transmits to the spleen, thus one must first … Read more
Mr. Yang, 78 years old, has suffered from hypertension for over 20 years. He usually has a weak constitution, experiences shortness of breath and fatigue, and has a pale complexion. In winter, he is particularly sensitive to cold, with cold extremities. Two years ago, he underwent coronary artery stenting due to stenosis and blockage. After … Read more
Click the blue text above to follow us! (3) Supporting the Right Qi and Expelling Evil Qi Supporting the Right Qi (扶正, fuzheng) refers to the method of tonification, used for deficiency syndromes; expelling Evil Qi (祛邪, quxie) refers to the method of purging, used for excess syndromes. The process of disease can, in a … Read more
Click the blue words to follow us Rehmannia Glutinosa (熟地黄), the root of the bulbous plant from the lily family, has been recorded in ancient texts such as the “Compendium of Materia Medica” as a highly effective herb. Rehmannia Glutinosa is known for its ability to nourish yin, moisten dryness, generate fluids, quench thirst, and … Read more
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Pinyin Shú Dì Huáng Alias Shú Dì (熟地) (from “Jing Yue Quan Shu”). Source “Bencao Tujing” Origin The root of the plant Rehmannia glutinosa or Rehmannia chingii, processed by steaming and drying. Plant Morphology For detailed plant morphology, refer to the section on “Gan Dì Huáng”. Habitat Distribution Mainly produced in Henan, Zhejiang, and other … Read more
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
Angelica Sinensis Dānɡ Guī Alias Dang Gui, Horse Tail Angelica, Qin Na, Horse Tail Gui, Yun Gui, Western Angelica, Min Angelica Functions Tonifies blood and regulates menstruation, alleviates pain, moistens dryness and promotes bowel movement. Used for irregular menstruation, amenorrhea, abdominal pain, masses, excessive bleeding; blood deficiency headaches, dizziness, weakness; dry intestines and constipation, post-dysentery … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) considers Dang Gui (Angelica Sinensis) to have a sweet and heavy flavor, making it a primary herb for blood tonification. Its light and spicy nature allows it to invigorate blood circulation, thus it serves as a crucial medicine for blood health. Therefore, it can both tonify blood and invigorate blood flow, … Read more