A historical coincidence or mistake often leaves behind irreparable errors, untraceable truths, or perplexing enigmas for future generations… To practice medicine or to be an official? That is the question. Those familiar with Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) or Chinese history should know about the book “Bencao Gangmu” and its author, Li Shizhen. The lost herb … Read more
Ginger Can be used as a vegetable, harmonizer, fruit, or medicine ——《Compendium of Materia Medica》 Ginger is a typical medicinal and edible plant widely used in daily life, often appearing as a seasoning ingredient in our dishes. It is a classic supporting role in mom’s recipes and always has a place in the kitchen. Although … Read more
Click the blue text to follow us! Ginger is both a common food and a widely used medicinal herb, with varieties including fresh ginger (sheng jiang), dried ginger (gan jiang), and high-quality ginger (gao liang jiang). Fresh ginger is commonly found in markets, while dried ginger is typically found in pharmacies. However, in traditional Chinese … Read more
Click the blue text above to follow us! Rou Gui (肉桂, Cinnamon) is a commonly used medicinal herb in daily life. Due to its rich and spicy aroma, many people use it as a spice in their kitchens. Whether used in marinated meats or stews, Rou Gui can effectively eliminate fishy odors and enhance flavors. … Read more
Atractylodes lancea (Thunb.) DC Habitat Atractylodes refers to the medicinal material derived from the dried rhizomes of the Asteraceae family plants, specifically Atractylodes lancea (Thunb.) DC. or Atractylodes chinensis (DC.) Koidz. Atractylodes is a commonly used medicinal material in clinical practice. It has a pungent and aromatic nature, with the ability to dry dampness, strengthen … Read more
❖ Coix Seed, also known as Yi Yi Ren (薏苡仁), is a herbaceous plant belonging to the Poaceae family, which can be annual or perennial. The seeds are used medicinally and are a widely used food-medicine dual-purpose herb, serving as an important ingredient in many delicious medicinal dishes suitable for all ages. While most people … Read more
Author: Ma Li, Nutrition Department, Shanghai Yueyang Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine Hospital Coix seed, also known as Yi Yi Ren (薏苡仁), is the dried mature seed of the plant Coix lacryma-jobi, which belongs to the Poaceae family. It is cultivated in various regions of China, with Hebei and Liaoning being the most prominent. … Read more
According to the “Compendium of Materia Medica” (Bencao Gangmu), Poria (Fu Ling) has a mild flavor and is permeable in nature, promoting the generation of body fluids, opening the pores, nourishing the water source, and descending… In ancient times, Poria was praised as a “divine medicine for all seasons” due to its extensive benefits, regardless … Read more
Fu Ling (Poria) can be cultivated using wood segments, tree roots, and pine needles. The main production area utilizes the mycelium of Fu Ling as a starter, which is inoculated onto pine wood. After a period of growth, the mycelium forms sclerotia. Fu Ling grows parasitically on the roots of pine trees such as Chi … Read more
In the realm of Qi and Huang, rediscovering the beauty of Traditional Chinese Medicine. 1. The History of Poria In the Jin Dynasty, the famous pharmacologist Ge Hong recorded a legend in his work “Baopuzi”: There was a man named Ren Ziji who continuously consumed Poria (Fu Ling) for 18 years, and the celestial maiden … Read more