Treating Other Exogenous Diseases During the Epidemic and Reflections Wang Donghai In the “Treatise on Seasonal Diseases” by the Qing Dynasty physician Lei Feng, it is stated that “in a year, seasonal diseases are numerous while miscellaneous diseases are few.” This is indeed true; most newly occurring diseases are often accompanied by seasonal pathogens, or … Read more
22 Effective Formulas from a Veteran TCM Practitioner with 50 Years of Clinical Experience Ba Wei Nian Tong Tang (Eight Ingredients Pain Relief Decoction) Function: Invigorates blood and promotes qi, relieves spasms and alleviates pain.Main Indications: Pain syndromes (including all organic or non-organic pain conditions such as dysmenorrhea, adhesive abdominal pain, pelvic congestion syndrome, gastrointestinal … Read more
1 Guo Lou Gui Zhi Tang (Trichosanthes and Cinnamon Decoction) 6 Guo Lou Gen (Trichosanthes Root) 2 liang, Gui Zhi (Cinnamon Twig) 3 liang, Shao Yao (Peony) 3 liang, Gan Cao (Licorice) 2 liang, Sheng Jiang (Fresh Ginger) 3 liang, Da Zao (Jujube) 12 pieces 2 Ge Gen Tang (Kudzu Decoction) 7 Ge Gen (Kudzu … Read more
As the sound of firecrackers bids farewell to the old year and the spring breeze brings warmth, we welcome the new year. New Year’s Eve is the last night of the year, and after tonight, we enter the beginning of the new year, the Spring Festival. Therefore, New Year’s Eve is a festival of bidding … Read more
Many Chinese herbs can be easily confused just by their names, and even some experienced doctors may not fully understand them. Today, Master Huang will discuss those commonly confused Chinese herbs and see if you have made similar mistakes. 1. Gan Jiang (Dried Ginger) and Sheng Jiang (Fresh Ginger) Many people mistakenly believe that Gan … Read more
To prevent not finding it next time Dampness is a unique concept in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Current medical technology cannot explain the generation of dampness, but in traditional TCM treatments, we often encounter dampness, such as in “Gua Sha” (scraping therapy) and “Ai Jiu” (moxibustion). Sometimes, the disorder of bodily functions is closely related … Read more
Blood-activating and stasis-resolving herbs are a commonly used category of Chinese medicine. However, there are many herbs in this category, each with its own characteristics. Rationally combining them based on their properties can significantly enhance treatment efficacy. Today, we will introduce three commonly used combinations of blood-activating and stasis-resolving herbs by renowned traditional Chinese medicine … Read more
Wind-Cold Cold Granules, a name of a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) formula, is composed of Ma Huang (Ephedra), Ge Gen (Kudzu Root), Gui Zhi (Cinnamon Twig), Fang Feng (Siler), Zi Su Ye (Perilla Leaf), Bai Zhi (Angelica Dahurica), Jie Geng (Platycodon), Ku Xing Ren (Bitter Apricot Seed), Chen Pi (Aged Tangerine Peel), Gan Jiang (Dried … Read more
Chinese herbal decoctions are one of the common forms of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), characterized by rapid absorption, effective action, and flexible adjustments based on symptoms. They are widely used in clinical practice. Most people judge the skill level of a physician based on the efficacy of the herbal medicine they take, not realizing that … Read more
1. Ma Huang (Ephedra): A key herb for inducing sweating and releasing the exterior. It is primarily used for treating lung qi obstruction with cough and wheezing. 2. Bai Zhi (Angelica Dahurica): A key herb for treating Yangming headache. 3. Xin Yi (Magnolia Flower): A key herb for treating nasal congestion, headache, and runny nose. … Read more