Rehmannia (Di Huang) refers to the fresh or dried tuber of the plant Rehmannia glutinosa Libosch., belonging to the Scrophulariaceae family. It was first recorded in the Shen Nong Ben Cao Jing (Shen Nong’s Classic of Materia Medica) and is classified as a superior herb. The fresh form is known as “Xian Di Huang” (Fresh … Read more
The Efficacy of Blood-Nourishing Chinese Medicinal Herbs Blood-nourishing herbs, also known as blood-tonifying herbs, are those that can treat blood deficiency syndromes. The main symptoms of blood deficiency syndrome include: pale complexion, dizziness, palpitations, insomnia, forgetfulness, and in women, late menstruation with scanty and pale flow, or even amenorrhea. Any condition presenting with the above … Read more
Understanding Pulse Diagnosis: Floating Pulse (Part 2)Continuing from the previous issue:Understanding Pulse Diagnosis: String Pulse (Part 1) Floating PulseMedical sage Zhang Zhongjing and many later physicians have discussed that floating pulse indicates exterior conditions, but this is not entirely accurate. Teacher Li Shimao believes that floating pulse has two meanings, one refers to the concept … Read more