Due to the decline of the spleen’s ability to transform and transport water and dampness, or obstacles in the circulation and excretion of fluids within the body, water and fluids cannot properly nourish the body, leading to abnormal accumulation and becoming a pathological substance. This abnormal accumulation of water and fluids is referred to as … Read more
Diagnosis and Treatment of Malaria Pulse Patterns, Section 4 Section 5 If malaria is characterized by more cold, it is called “Mu Malaria” (牡疟), treated with the formula “Shu Qi San” (蜀漆散). Introduction: The editor of the “Essentials of the Golden Chamber” has categorized the content according to the methods outlined in Liu Duzhou’s commentary … Read more
Editor: Xiao Yao Tong Author Xiong Zhi Cheng is a fourth-generation disciple of Master Xiao Xiang Ru, and this article was written at the conclusion of the Jin Kui Yao Lue module study. Through this article, Brother Xiong objectively records his insights and understanding during the study phase of 《金匮要略》 (Jin Kui Yao Lue), comparing … Read more
Supporting the body and expelling evil is an important principle in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for treating tumors. In TCM, the treatment of diseases relies on the formulation of herbal prescriptions, which must adhere to certain principles. “The main herb is called the monarch, the assistant is called the minister, and the envoy is … Read more
Dried Ginger (Gan Jiang) is the dried rhizome of the ginger plant (Zingiber officinale). It is also known as Bai Jiang (White Ginger), Jun Jiang (Uniform Ginger), and Gan Sheng Jiang (Dried Fresh Ginger). The fresh ginger is sliced and dried in the sun or at low temperatures, referred to as “dried ginger slices.” It … Read more
The Origin of Lesser Heat Lesser Heat (Xiao Shu) is the eleventh of the twenty-four solar terms, occurring on July 7 or 8 each year when the sun reaches the longitude of 105°. The term “heat” indicates warmth, and Lesser Heat signifies a milder heat that is not yet intense. As we approach the solar … Read more
Dried ginger (Gan Jiang) is the dried rhizome of the ginger plant (Zingiber officinale), primarily containing volatile oils and gingerol. Dried ginger is listed in the “Shennong’s Classic of Materia Medica” stating: “Dried ginger, pungent and warm in nature, is indicated for chest fullness, cough, and counterflow of qi, warms the middle, stops bleeding, expels … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine University Dried Ginger (Gan Jiang) The Hidden Benefits of Chinese Herbs Yesterday, we introduced fresh ginger (Sheng Jiang) that can be sliced and used directly. Today, we continue with ginger, but this time we focus on dried ginger (Gan Jiang), which is processed through low-temperature drying. Although they appear similar, their effects … Read more
“Ginger” is a pungent and warm (hot) substance, belonging to the lung, spleen, and stomach meridians. It has the functions of opening the pores, warming the lungs and spleen, dispersing cold and returning yang, transforming fluids, and descending rebellious qi, making it particularly suitable for treating phlegm and fluid retention. This article will provide a … Read more
Monthly Herb Spotlight Millennia of Traditional Chinese Medicine heritage, the path to health and wellness. Cinnamon (肉桂) 【Source】 This product is the dried bark of the cinnamon tree (Cinnamomum verum). It is harvested in the autumn and dried in the shade. 【Characteristics】 This product is tubular or rolled, measuring 30-40 cm in length, with a … Read more