/ Functional Medicine/ Dried Ginger (Gan Jiang) Editor: Li Jingbai Proofreader: Li Zhenyun Image of Dried Ginger Dried Ginger (Gan Jiang) Dried Ginger (Gan Jiang) warms the middle, stops diarrhea, and controls bleeding. It consolidates the lungs to disperse water qi, treating water qi—excess moisture in the organ tissues.Dried Ginger is a strongly warming herb, … Read more
Cinnamon bark contains volatile oil 1%–2%, with the main component being cinnamaldehyde 75%–90%, and contains small amounts of cinnamyl acetate, phenylpropyl acetate, etc. It also contains mucilage, tannins and other compounds. 【Pharmacological Effects】 (1) Antibacterial Effect: Cinnamon oil has a strong antibacterial effect, being more effective against Gram-positive bacteria than Gram-negative bacteria. Due to its … Read more
Introduction: Today we will learn from the experiences of three great TCM predecessors (Mr. Gong Shicheng, Mr. Li Hanqing, and Mr. Bai Qingzu) on the use of Fuzi. 01 Experience of Gong Shicheng (“Clinical Experience with Medicinal Use”) 1. Warming Yang and Stopping Diarrhea Fuzi (Aconite) warms and supplements the fire of the Mingmen (Gate … Read more
Introduction: Today we will learn from the experiences of three great TCM predecessors (Mr. Gong Shicheng, Mr. Li Hanqing, and Mr. Bai Qingzu) regarding the use of Aconite. 01 Experience of Gong Shicheng (“Clinical Experience with Medicinal Use”) 1. Warming Yang and Stopping Diarrhea Aconite warms and supplements the fire of the Mingmen (Gate of … Read more
Old Folk Remedies Collection aims to popularize health knowledge Click below to follow for free↓↓↓ Traditional Chinese Medicine Aconite (Fu Zi): Properties: Pungent, Very Hot, Toxic. Meridians: Enters the twelve meridians. Functions: Revives Yang and tonifies fire, dispels cold and dampness. Indications: Used for internal excess of Yin-cold, severe vomiting, diarrhea, and sweating, with cold … Read more
Cang Zhu Cānɡ Zhù Alias Chi Zhu, Qiang Tou Cai, Ma Ji, Qing Zhu, Xian Zhu, Shan Jing Functions Dries dampness and strengthens the spleen, dispels wind and scatters cold, brightens the eyes. Used for abdominal distension, diarrhea, edema, beriberi, rheumatic pain, wind-cold common cold, and night blindness. First Recorded In Shen Nong Ben Cao … Read more
Nowadays, people often talk about dampness and the need to dispel it, describing symptoms such as body heaviness, fatigue, obesity, abdominal distension, and sticky stools. Coix seed (Yi Yi Ren) is a commonly used herb that strengthens the spleen, dispels dampness, and can be used both medicinally and as food.Coix seed is also known as … Read more
Spleen and Stomach Yang Deficiency is characterized by a clear sign of internal heat; consuming cold substances leads to adverse reactions, such as diarrhea. Therefore, diarrhea is one manifestation of Spleen and Stomach Yang Deficiency. Another symptom is the presence of unformed stools, with a long-term tendency towards loose stools. Additionally, consuming cold foods can … Read more
Diarrhea is one of the common diseases in children. Chang Wei San is a commonly used medicine for treating diarrhea, especially in children. Patients or parents often inquire about how to use Chang Wei San at the medication consultation window. Upon hearing this medication name, you might think it is an oral powder. In fact, … Read more
9. Hiccups and Acid Reflux 1. Qing Yu Er Chen Decoction: Ju Hong (Tangerine Peel) 18g, Ban Xia (Pinellia) 18g, Fu Ling (Poria) 18g, Zhi Shi (Bitter Orange) 18g, Bai Shao (White Peony) 18g, Chuan Xiong (Szechuan Lovage) 12g, Zhi Zi (Gardenia) 14g, Lian Qiao (Forsythia) 15g, Xiang Fu (Cyperus) 14g, Cang Zhu (Atractylodes) 18g, … Read more