Gao Fang, also known as “Jian Gao” or “Gao Zi”, is a semi-fluid dosage form made by repeatedly decocting traditional Chinese medicinal herbs, extracting the juice, and then concentrating it through evaporation, often with the addition of sugar or honey. It is one of the eight common forms of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) including pills, … Read more
Introduction The season for taking gāo zī formulas is approaching, yet many people have a superficial understanding of these formulas. In the coming period, I will guide everyone to systematically understand gāo zī formulas, focusing on the Gāo Zī Fèng Shēng formula under the guidance of the Five Movements and Six Qi theory. I will … Read more
This official WeChat account is managed by the Beijing Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine. If you have not followed us yet, please click the blue “Capital TCM” above to follow. Authors: Ma Kun, Chen Yanxia Affiliation: China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences The best season to take Gao Fang (medicated paste) is winter, with the … Read more
Click the blue text to follow us “Gao Fang” (medicinal paste) is a type of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) paste primarily used for health maintenance and wellness, also known as “Gao Zi”. This oral paste is formulated by experienced TCM professionals based on the individual’s constitution, adhering to the holistic view and pattern differentiation treatment … Read more
Gao Fang (Gao Zi), also known as Gao Zhi, has a comprehensive effect of nourishing and treating diseases, making it the first choice for health maintenance in winter.In the Huangdi Neijing (Yellow Emperor’s Inner Canon), it emphasizes “treating the unillness before it becomes illness.” Gao Fang, as an important means of health preservation, can support … Read more
This is the 2073rd article from Da Yi Xiao Hu. Gao Fang, also known as medicinal paste, is generally composed of around 20 types of Chinese herbs and has excellent nourishing effects. According to TCM theory, winter is the best season for supplementation throughout the year, and during winter, Gao Fang is considered the optimal … Read more
Postpartum Diseases and the Relief of Concerns through Medicinal Pastes This is the third season of the TCM health series report.Gao Fang (Medicinal Paste) is also known as Gao Ji, named after its dosage form, and belongs to one of the eight forms of traditional Chinese medicine including pills, powders,dan, wine, dew, soup, and tablets. … Read more
According to TCM theory, spring is for growth, summer for development, autumn for harvest, and winter for storage. Winter is the season for sealing and storing, suitable for nourishing the vital energy (zheng qi) and replenishing the marrow. Therefore, winter supplementation is best achieved through Gao Fang (medicinal paste).“Gao Fang” refers to a type of … Read more
As the saying goes: “In autumn and winter, nourish Yin, and Gao Fang is the choice.” Gao Fang is a traditional health-preserving method unique to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), which not only draws from the strengths of folk medicine but also integrates the wisdom of renowned physicians throughout history. Helping you with autumn and winter … Read more
What is Gao Fang? Gao Fang, also known as medicinal paste, is named after its form and is a high-grade tonic enjoyed by the ancient royal families. It is one of the eight forms of traditional Chinese medicine, which include pills, powders, pastes, elixirs, wines, tinctures, soups, and tablets. Gao Fang, also referred to as … Read more