1. Ba Zhen Wan (Eight Treasure Pill) Ingredients: Dang Gui (Angelica Sinensis), Bai Zhu (White Atractylodes), Dang Shen (Codonopsis), Bai Shao (White Peony), Chuan Xiong (Szechuan Lovage), Shu Di Huang (Rehmannia), Fu Ling (Poria), Gan Cao (Licorice), etc. Effects and Price:The main effect is to tonify Qi and nourish blood, with a price of approximately … Read more
All combinations of herbs used to nourish and replenish blood for treating blood deficiency syndromes are collectively referred to as blood tonics (补血剂). This type of formula is suitable for symptoms such as dizziness, blurred vision, pale complexion, pale lips, brittle nails, palpitations, insomnia, dry stools, irregular menstrual cycles in women, light and pale menstrual … Read more
Author: Liao Chuxin, Chief Pharmacist, Pharmacy Department, Zhongshan People’s Hospital Editor: Fu Yongjin, Chief Pharmacist, Affiliated Guangzhou Red Cross Hospital of Jinan University Dang Shen (Codonopsis pilosula) Dang Shen is the dried root of the plants Codonopsis pilosula, Codonopsis tangshen, or Codonopsis pilosula var. modesta. Codonopsis pilosula and Codonopsis tangshen are mainly produced in Gansu … Read more
Astragalus (Huang Qi, 黄芪) is a commonly used traditional Chinese medicine. When paired appropriately with other herbs, its effects can be significantly enhanced. However, some individuals may struggle with how to combine Astragalus effectively. What are the eight perfect combinations of Astragalus? The specific introductions are as follows: Eight Perfect Combinations of Astragalus 1. Astragalus … Read more
Qi and blood deficiency can lead to dry and sallow skin, with women experiencing irregular menstruation and a pale complexion. Severe deficiency may even cause fainting. The method to treat both Qi and blood deficiency is to tonify them. There are three types of traditional Chinese patent medicines that effectively treat this condition, and daily … Read more
All combinations of herbs that nourish and replenish blood, used to treat blood deficiency syndromes, are collectively referred to as buxue ji (blood nourishing agents). This type of formula is suitable for symptoms such as dizziness, blurred vision, pale complexion without luster; pale lips, brittle nails; palpitations, insomnia; dry stools; women with irregular menstruation, scanty … Read more
1. Sha Shen Yu Zhu Fresh Huai Shan Stewed Old Chicken Ingredients: Sha Shen (Glehnia Root) 10g, Yu Zhu (Polygonatum) 10g, Old Chicken half, Fresh Huai Shan (Chinese Yam) 200g, Lean Pork 100g, Dried Tangerine Peel 1/3 slice, Honey Dates 2 pieces, Salt to taste Method: 1. Clean the old chicken and cut it into … Read more
The source of medicine and food is the same; eating leads to health. Dietary health preservation, also known as “food therapy,” refers to the rational selection and processing of food based on the characteristics of food under the guidance of TCM theory, aiming to nourish the essence and qi, balance yin and yang, and prevent … Read more
1. Tian Ma Bu Nao Tang (Gastrodia Elata Brain Nourishing Soup)Ingredients: Ren Shen (Ginseng), Tian Ma (Gastrodia Elata), Fu Ling (Poria), Shi Chang Pu (Acorus Tatarinowii), etc.Method: Combine the ingredients with a pig’s brain, and cook together with chicken, duck, or meat until tender.Effects: Nourishes the heart and calms the spirit, benefits the brain and … Read more
Gui Qi Mi Tang Zheng Luo Bo: Preventing Colds We all know that Bai Luo Bo (White Radish) has the effects of clearing heat and promoting qi. Eating more Bai Luo Bo can help prevent and treat colds, coughs, and bronchitis symptoms, and it is quite effective. Due to the spicy taste of Bai Luo … Read more