Reading Traditional Chinese MedicineEvery day11:30Latest updates Authoritative knowledge of TCM Editor’s Introduction In historical dramas, it is common for doctors to say, “Congratulations, madam, you are pregnant” after feeling the pulse. The “slippery pulse” that assists in diagnosing pregnancy is actually a pulse type in TCM. However, the slippery pulse is not exclusive to pregnant … Read more
With the arrival of the hot summer days, various regions across the country are entering a “sauna” and “baking” mode. During this period, high temperatures and humidity make people feel as if they are in a steamer every day. In addition to the discomfort of feeling “melted” by the heat, the oppressive weather can also … Read more
The earliest existing monograph on Chinese medicine, the Shen Nong Ben Cao Jing (Shen Nong’s Classic of Materia Medica), records the essence of ginseng’s medicinal use that was established in China over 4000 years ago: “Ginseng, sweet and slightly cold in nature, primarily nourishes the five organs.” Effects of Ginseng Beauty and Skin Care The … Read more
Mei Quanxi Column Ben Cao Gang Mu Volume 30 of Fruits The Story of Hawthorn and Its Digestive Benefits A child from a neighboring family suffered from food stagnation and abdominal distension. One day, while resting under a tree, he ate to his fill from the wild fruits and subsequently vomited a large amount of … Read more
Cinnamon, also known as Ròuguì (肉桂), Jūnguì (菌桂), or Mǔguì (牡桂), is primarily produced in tropical and subtropical regions of provinces such as Guangdong, Guangxi, Fujian, Taiwan, and Yunnan. It is commonly found in our kitchens and is a spice that almost every household uses, often added to dishes like stewed lamb, baked bread, and … Read more
————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————– Coix seed water is a health drink made by roasting coix seeds until golden and then boiling them in water. It retains the rich nutrients of coix seeds and can promote diuresis, reduce swelling, and aid in weight loss. However, there are some contraindications to drinking coix seed water, so it is best to … Read more
The Benefits and Effects of Safflower: What Are the Pros and Cons of Drinking Safflower Tea? Safflower, also known as Honghua (红花), is referred to as red-blue flower, prickly safflower, and grass safflower. It has the effects of promoting blood circulation, regulating menstruation, and alleviating pain. Drinking safflower tea regularly can help regulate coronary heart … Read more
————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————– Safflower (Honghua) is a common traditional Chinese medicinal herb and a medicinal plant. The flowers of this plant can be used for medicinal purposes, but not much is known about the seeds of safflower (Honghua Ren), which are the mature seeds of the safflower plant. They contain a large amount of unsaturated fatty acids … Read more
The Benefits and Precautions of Safflower, and Its Price 1. The Benefits of Safflower (1) Positive Effects on the Cardiovascular System Improvement of Cardiac Function Safflower (Honghua) can strengthen heart contractions, which is beneficial for patients with myocardial ischemia. It can relieve spasms of vascular smooth muscle and enhance tolerance to hypoxia, thereby helping to … Read more
Safflower (Honghua) is a commonly used traditional Chinese medicine. It belongs to the category of blood-activating and stasis-resolving herbs, specifically classified as a blood-regulating herb. It is referred to as “Red and Blue Flower” in the Han Book and is explained as Safflower in the Kaibao Bencao. Alias: South Safflower, Grass Safflower, Red and Blue … Read more