26. Diabetes 1. Qingxin Decoction with modifications: Shilianrou (Stone Lotus Flesh) 6g, Dangshen (Codonopsis) 6g, Digupi (Rehmannia Root) 9g, Fuling (Poria) 6g, Huangqin (Scutellaria) 9g, Huangqi (Astragalus) 9g, Gancao (Licorice) 6g, Shengshigao (Gypsum) 9g, Cundong (Winter Melon) 6g, Zhim (Anemarrhena) 6g, Wuweizi (Schisandra) 9g, Chaihu (Bupleurum) 6g. Add 3 bowls of water to the herbs, … Read more
This product is the dried mature seeds of the plant Ziziphus jujuba from the Rhamnaceae family. It is mainly produced in Shaanxi, Guangdong, and Hubei. The seeds are harvested in autumn when the fruits are ripe, dried, and impurities such as fruit shells and stems are removed. They are then dried and used raw. 【Properties】Sweet, … Read more
In previous educational content, we discussed some causes of an enlarged tongue and a tongue with teeth marks. Many fans sent me pictures of their tongue appearances, and one friend had an enlarged tongue with teeth marks, but his tongue body was purple-dark and did not have a greasy coating. Dr. Jia tells you that … Read more
Spleen Yang Deficiency Syndrome Definition of the Condition This syndrome refers to the deficiency of Spleen Yang, leading to a failure in warming and transporting, characterized by abdominal distension, reduced appetite, abdominal pain that prefers warmth and pressure, aversion to cold with cold limbs, loose stools, possible lower limb edema, or excessive vaginal discharge in … Read more
What is Kidney Yang Deficiency Syndrome? Kidney Yang Deficiency is a syndrome characterized by a series of symptoms resulting from the deficiency of Yang Qi in the kidneys. The specific manifestations include lower back and leg pain, coldness in the limbs, fatigue, female infertility, male infertility, diarrhea, swelling of the limbs, and frequent urination. Below, … Read more
Wishing everyone achieves a state of health with balanced Yin and Yang. I previously wrote an article on Kidney Yin Deficiency and Kidney Yang Deficiency, which can transform into a condition of both Yin and Yang Deficiency, discussing symptoms and 15 commonly used TCM formulas. Yesterday, I wrote about the two types of Kidney Yin … Read more
Astragalus (Huang Qi), also known as Huang Qi, is referred to by Li Shizhen as the “king of tonics” and is classified as a superior herb in ancient texts. The dried root has been a renowned tonic with extensive applications since ancient times. Historical medical texts describe its five main benefits: 1) tonifying deficiencies, 2) … Read more
Astragalus, historically also written as “Huang Qi”. The term “Qi” represents the elder; one can only be called “Qi” after reaching the age of sixty. Thus, Astragalus in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) resembles a venerable elder, whose effects, though subtle, are significant, making it a favored herb among physicians throughout history. Today, let us discuss … Read more
1. Causes of Qi Deficiency Qi deficiency is often due to insufficient congenital endowment, long-term dietary imbalance, emotional disturbances, prolonged illness, fatigue, and aging, which can lead to damage to the functions of the heart, lungs, spleen, and kidneys. Since the heart governs blood vessels, the lungs control the body’s Qi, the kidneys store Yuan … Read more
TCM Book ClubIssue 3874One issue daily, accompanying the growth of TCM practitioners IIntroduction: To treat edema, one cannot avoid the three major methods—open the ghost gate, cleanse the residence, and eliminate the stagnant phlegm. The theory of invigorating blood and promoting diuresis has been recognized early in TCM, yet it is often overlooked, with the … Read more