Food Compatibility and Incompatibility Chart

Food Compatibility and Incompatibility Chart

Incompatible Foods There are many foods that should not be consumed together, as they can cause harm to the body. Today, we have compiled a list of incompatible foods and the adverse effects they may cause. We hope that while enjoying delicious food, everyone can also maintain health and safety. 1. Pork + Water Chestnut: … Read more

Symptoms and Dietary Restrictions of Phlegm-Dampness Constitution

Symptoms and Dietary Restrictions of Phlegm-Dampness Constitution

This platform is hosted by the Yunnan Provincial Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine. If you have not followed us yet, please click the blue “Yunnan TCM” above to add us. A small effort to share and spread the culture of Traditional Chinese Medicine benefits human health. Thank you for your support! Causes of Phlegm-Dampness Constitution … Read more

Treatment of Intestinal Damp-Heat Syndrome in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Treatment of Intestinal Damp-Heat Syndrome in Traditional Chinese Medicine

In daily clinical practice, we encounter many patients with spleen and stomach deficiency and excessive dampness almost every day. These patients can be categorized into types such as cold-damp constitution, damp-heat constitution, and mixed cold-heat constitution. Since intestinal damp-heat syndrome accounts for a significant proportion among these patients, today we will discuss the treatment of … Read more

Medicinal Food: The Correct Method of Consuming Medicinal Cuisine

Medicinal Food: The Correct Method of Consuming Medicinal Cuisine

Traditional Chinese medicinal cuisine, abbreviated as medicinal cuisine, refers to a special dietary practice that combines various medicinal herbs (zhongyao) with food according to certain principles, guided by the theories of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). It employs traditional cooking techniques and modern processing methods to create dishes that are unique in flavor, aroma, appearance, and … Read more

How to Properly Take Traditional Chinese Medicine Decoctions

How to Properly Take Traditional Chinese Medicine Decoctions

How to Properly Take Traditional Chinese Medicine Decoctions Timing of Medication The timing of taking medicine should be determined based on the condition. Generally, for diseases affecting the heart and lungs, it is advisable to take the medicine after meals; for diseases affecting the bladder and intestines, it is better to take it before meals. … Read more

Methods and Precautions for Preparing and Taking Traditional Chinese Medicine Decoctions

Methods and Precautions for Preparing and Taking Traditional Chinese Medicine Decoctions

Traditional Chinese Medicine Decoctions refer to liquid preparations made by boiling Chinese herbal pieces in water to extract their active components. This is one of the most commonly used forms in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Decoctions are characterized by rapid absorption, effective therapeutic action, and flexibility in adjusting the composition, allowing them to comprehensively and … Read more

Essential Details to Know About Traditional Chinese Medicine Decoctions

Essential Details to Know About Traditional Chinese Medicine Decoctions

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a national treasure of China, with a history of application spanning thousands of years. Among its various forms, decoctions are one of the most common and long-used traditional preparations. Do you know the details regarding the consumption of TCM decoctions, such as the temperature of the medicine, the timing of … Read more

How to Properly Take Traditional Chinese Medicine Decoctions?

How to Properly Take Traditional Chinese Medicine Decoctions?

How to Properly Take Traditional Chinese Medicine Decoctions? “The recovery from illness is not only dependent on the prescription but also on the method of taking the medicine. If the prescription is correct but the method of taking it is wrong, it will not only be ineffective but may also be harmful. This is something … Read more

Rational Use of Medicine: Timing and Dietary Restrictions for Taking Chinese Herbal Decoctions

Rational Use of Medicine: Timing and Dietary Restrictions for Taking Chinese Herbal Decoctions

Chinese MedicineDecoctions 1. Onset Time 1. According to the medicinal properties: (1) Tonifying herbs and purgatives should be taken on an empty stomach; (2) Sedative and sleep-aiding herbs should be taken before bedtime; (3) Herbs that irritate the gastrointestinal tract should be taken after meals. 2. According to the nature of the disease: (1) For … Read more

Methods for Taking Traditional Chinese Medicine Decoctions

Methods for Taking Traditional Chinese Medicine Decoctions

Traditional Chinese Medicine DecoctionsThere are nuances to taking medicineTo be prepared for unforeseen circumstances The methods for taking decoctions include aspects such as the temperature of the medicine, dosage, timing, and dietary restrictions while taking the medicine. 01 Temperature of the Medicine 01 Warm Administration: Generally, decoctions should be taken warm, especially those that may … Read more