Angelica Sinensis Angelica sinensis (Oliv.) Diels, commonly known as Dang Gui (当归), is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Apiaceae family. The root is cylindrical, branched, and yellow-brown; the stem is erect, greenish-white or purplish, with longitudinal grooves; the leaves are pinnately divided, purple or green, and ovate; the flowers are white, with flower … Read more
In daily life, symptoms of Qi deficiency are common, typically manifesting as fatigue, shortness of breath, low voice, and poor appetite with loose stools. For such individuals, the traditional Chinese herb Huang Qi (Astragalus) can be beneficial. Known in ancient times as Huang Qi, which means “the elder” in Chinese, it has been referred to … Read more
1 Huang Qi (Astragalus), used raw to solidify the exterior, can induce sweating when there is no sweat, and can stop sweating when there is sweating. It warms and distributes the flesh, strengthens the pores, drains Yin fire, and relieves muscle heat; used roasted to tonify the center, benefits Qi, warms the San Jiao (Three … Read more
Chinese Herb Name: Huang Qi (Milkvetch Root) Pinyin: huáng qí Latin Name: RADIX ASTRAGALI Aliases Aliases: Mian Qi, Mian Huang Qi, Huang Shi, Huang Qi, Jian Qi, Jian Huang Qi, Inner Mongolia Huang Qi, Wang Sun, Dai Qi, Dai Shan, Du Shan, Shu Zhi, Bai Ben, Bai Yao Mian, Bai Yao Mian, Tu Shan Bao … Read more
Astragalus (Huang Qi) The name Astragalus first appeared in the “Shennong Bencao Jing” (Shennong’s Classic of Materia Medica), where it is classified as a superior herb, primarily for tonifying. It can also be made into medicinal dishes for long-term consumption. It is suitable for the elderly, those with weak constitutions, and individuals recovering from prolonged … Read more
A Brief Discussion on Ginseng Summary: 1. Origin 2. Effects of Ginseng 1. Greatly tonifies Yuan Qi 2. Tonifies Spleen and Benefits Lungs 3. Generates Fluids 4. Calms the Spirit 5. Enhances Intelligence 3. Types of Ginseng 4. Resolving Excess Heat 5. The Three Treasures 1. Origin Today, I received some ginseng sent … Read more
Ginseng (Rénshēn) is the root of the perennial herbaceous plant from the Araliaceae family. The wild variety is known as wild ginseng (Yěshānshēn), while the cultivated variety is referred to as garden ginseng (Yuánshēn). It is primarily produced in the northeastern provinces of China, with the highest quality and yield found in Fusong County, Jilin … Read more
Click the blue words to follow us Inheriting the essence of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and spreading TCM culture Ginseng (Ren Shen) 【Scientific Name】Ginseng (Ren Shen) 【Source】This product is the dried root and rhizome of the plant Panax ginseng, belonging to the Araliaceae family. It is harvested in autumn, cleaned, and then sun-dried or oven-dried. … Read more
Tonifying Herbs Herbs that primarily function to strengthen the weak and correct deficiencies in the body’s Qi, blood, Yin, and Yang are known as tonifying herbs, also referred to as replenishing or nourishing herbs. This category of herbs can assist the righteous Qi and replenish the essence, based on the theory that “sweet can tonify”. … Read more
Yixian Pharmacy Professional, practical, and reliable public account Follow Qi deficiency constitution refers to a state characterized by insufficient vital energy, with symptoms such as weak breath and low organ function. Qi deficiency often manifests as pale complexion, palpitations, shortness of breath, spontaneous sweating, dizziness, poor appetite, cold limbs, fatigue, lack of spirit, and poor … Read more