Cinnamon, also known as Yugui (玉桂), Mugui (牡桂), Yushu (玉树), Daguai (大桂), Lagui (辣桂), Pingan Tree (平安树), and Chinese Cassia (中国桂皮), is the dried bark of the Cinnamomum plant from the Lauraceae family. It is harvested in autumn and dried in the shade. Cinnamon has the properties of warming the body, assisting yang, returning fire … Read more
Aconite (Fu Zi, 附子) is a processed product derived from the lateral roots of the tuberous root of the Aconitum plant, which belongs to the Ranunculaceae family. The main root (mother root) is called Chuan Wu (川乌), and both Chuan Wu and Aconite come from the same plant. Ancient scholars were already aware of the … Read more
Fuzi, the tuberous root of the Aconitum plant, is documented in the “Shennong Bencao Jing” (Shennong’s Classic of Materia Medica): “It is pungent and warm. It treats wind-cold cough, reverses evil qi, warms the middle, heals metal injuries, breaks up masses, alleviates blood stasis, cold and warmth, and relieves pain in the knees and inability … Read more
Discussion: A Study on Fuzi; Fuzi (Aconitum) warms the Yang of the spleen and kidneys, dispelling the three Yin evils. Fuzi warms Yang and treats diseases of the three Yin, making it the primary essential medicine. Its efficacy is vast, and so is the controversy surrounding it, as ordinary people do not understand medical principles … Read more
Coix seed (Yìyǐrén) is a common medicinal material and also a frequently used ingredient in our daily diet. It comes from a plant called coix (Yìmǐ), and the mature seeds of this plant are dried and hulled to become what we commonly refer to as coix seed. The main production areas in China include Fujian, … Read more
The Efficacy and Usage of Coix Seed (Yi Yi Ren) Coix Seed (Yi Yi Ren), also known as Job’s tears, is the mature seed of the plant Coix lacryma-jobi, belonging to the Poaceae family. It is renowned as “the best rice in the world.” Coix Seed is both edible and medicinal; in traditional Chinese medicine … Read more
Understanding Coix Seed (Yi Yi Ren) Coix Seed Coix seed, known as Yi Yi Ren (薏苡仁), is one of the traditional food resources in China. With the arrival of summer, the increase in humidity and temperature can lead to damp-heat in the body. When it comes to eliminating dampness, Yi Yi Ren is one of … Read more
Coix seed is known for its ability to strengthen the spleen and eliminate dampness. It is suitable for conditions such as spleen deficiency diarrhea, spleen deficiency edema, joint pain, and summer health maintenance. This dietary therapy can help strengthen the spleen and stomach, and has a certain effect on alleviating diarrhea. What the Doctor Says: … Read more
Fu Ling 茯苓 Tu Fu Ling Fu Ling VS Tu Fu Ling Fu Ling, commonly known as Yun Ling, Song Ling, and Fu Ling, is widely recognized for its extensive benefits throughout the four seasons, and was praised by ancient scholars as a “divine medicine for all seasons.” In traditional Chinese medicine, there is also … Read more
————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————– Lian Qiao (Forsythia) is the fruit of the plant belonging to the Oleaceae family. It contains a large number of phenolic compounds, natural saponins, and flavonoids, making it an outstanding medicinal herb. Its primary function is to clear heat and detoxify, and it can be used for the treatment of various diseases. Its medicinal … Read more