The normal color of the tongue coating in healthy individuals is thin and white. This is due to the differentiation of the filiform papillae at the tip of the tongue mucosa into “keratinized trees”. In the gaps between the branches of the “keratinized trees”, there are often shed keratinized epithelium, saliva, bacteria, fungi, food debris, … Read more
Respect Life, Cultivate Virtue“Diagnosis and Treatment” – Tongue Diagnosis: Phlegm-Damp ConstitutionThe phlegm-damp constitution refers to a condition where the body’s organ functions are disordered, leading to the disruption of the movement of qi, blood, and body fluids, resulting in the accumulation of dampness and phlegm. This condition is often characterized by a corpulent body shape, … Read more
Yin deficiency constitution is often caused by external invasion of dryness and heat, excessive consumption of warming and drying foods, prolonged worry and overthinking, irregular sexual activity, or prolonged illness, leading to dysfunction of the organs and a depletion of yin fluids. This results in a deficiency of yin fluids, generating internal heat, which manifests … Read more
Yin deficiency constitution refers to a condition where the functions of the organs are disordered, leading to insufficient Yin fluids in the body. Common manifestations include a lean physique, flushed cheeks, hot palms and soles, a preference for cold foods or drinks, a desire to drink water but still feeling dry in the mouth and … Read more
What is Yin Deficiency Constitution? Yin deficiency (Yin xu), in contrast to Yang deficiency (Yang xu), refers to the depletion of Yin fluids such as body fluids and blood, leading to a reduction in the nourishing and moistening functions, which can result in symptoms like frequent heat sensations and dry mouth. Over time, this can … Read more
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
Fresh ginger (sheng jiang) is different from dried ginger (gan jiang); they have different properties and effects. Fresh ginger is well-known, being fresh and moist. Dried ginger, however, is not simply sun-dried fresh ginger; it is made from mature ginger, with the skin removed and then dried. Dried ginger is a powerful warming herb, capable … Read more
Zhi Chuntang TCM Hospital This hospital emphasizes great medical integrity, benevolent medicine to cure diseases, and self-reflection. One Medicinal Herb – Gan Jiang (Dried Ginger) Medicinal Part: The dried rhizome of the ginger plant (Zingiber officinale). Properties and Taste: Pungent in flavor, hot in nature. It enters the Spleen, Stomach, Heart, and Lung meridians. Functions … Read more
Gan Jiang (Dried Ginger) 【Alias】Bai Jiang (White Ginger), Jun Jiang. 【Source】Dried rhizome of the plant Zingiber officinale Roscoe (Ginger). 【Production Areas】Mainly produced in Sichuan, Guangdong, Guangxi, Hunan, Hubei, etc. All are cultivated. 【Plant Morphology】Refer to the entry for “Sheng Jiang” (Fresh Ginger). 【Collection and Processing】Harvested in winter, cleaned, sliced, and sun-dried or dried at low … Read more
Gan Jiang (Dried Ginger) is the dried rhizome of the ginger plant, Zingiber officinale Rosc. It is primarily produced in Sichuan, Guizhou, Hubei, Guangdong, and Guangxi. Harvested in winter, the roots are cleaned of fibrous roots and soil, then sun-dried or dried at low temperatures. Freshly sliced and dried or low-temperature dried pieces are referred … Read more