100 Types of Chinese Medicinal Herbs and Their Properties

100 Types of Chinese Medicinal Herbs and Their Properties

001. Rénshēn (Ginseng) has a sweet flavor, greatly tonifies the original qi, quenches thirst and generates fluids, and regulates the nutritive and defensive qi. 002. Huángqí (Astragalus) is warm in nature, stops sweating and consolidates the exterior, promotes tissue regeneration, and is essential for qi deficiency. 003. Báizhú (White Atractylodes) is sweet and warm, strengthens … Read more

8 Recommended Chinese Herbs for Activating Blood Circulation and Resolving Stasis

8 Recommended Chinese Herbs for Activating Blood Circulation and Resolving Stasis

1. Jixueteng (Chicken Blood Vine) Huoxue (Activates Blood), Shujin (Relaxing Muscles). Used for lower back and knee pain, numbness and paralysis, and menstrual irregularities. ① Gangmu Shiyi: “Activates blood, warms the lower back and knees, treats wind paralysis.” ② Ben Cao Zai Xin: “Nourishes the middle and moistens the stomach.” ③ Yin Pian Xin Can: … Read more