The Impact of Safflower on Male and Female Fertility: Insights from “Empresses in the Palace”

The Impact of Safflower on Male and Female Fertility: Insights from "Empresses in the Palace"

Author: Ren Guiling, Ordos Central Hospital In the drama “Empresses in the Palace,” the usually domineering Hua Fei has her own troubles, asking, “Everyone can give birth, why can’t I?” After drinking the “miscarriage medicine” given by Duan Fei, Hua Fei suffers a miscarriage. In retaliation, Hua Fei forces Duan Fei to drink a pot … Read more

The Role of Honghua (Safflower) in Gynecology: Promoting Blood Circulation and Resolving Stasis

The Role of Honghua (Safflower) in Gynecology: Promoting Blood Circulation and Resolving Stasis

Honghua (Safflower) is a gynecological herb that promotes blood circulation and resolves stasis. There are two types of Honghua in traditional Chinese medicine: one is Cao Honghua (Carthamus tinctorius), and the other is Cang Honghua (Crocus sativus). Cao Honghua was originally called Honglanhua (Red and Blue Flower), referred to as Huanglan (Yellow and Blue) in … Read more

Dan Shen: Not Just a Supplement, but a Vital Herb for Blood Circulation and Calming the Mind

Dan Shen: Not Just a Supplement, but a Vital Herb for Blood Circulation and Calming the Mind

When it comes to “shen” (参), people instinctively think of supplements, such as Ren Shen (Ginseng), Dang Shen (Codonopsis), Xi Yang Shen (American Ginseng), and Tai Zi Shen (Pseudostellaria). These herbs are known for their ability to tonify Qi, especially Ren Shen, which is renowned for its ability to replenish Yuan Qi (元气). The single … Read more

Interpretation of Traditional Chinese Herbs: Bai Shao (White Peony)

Interpretation of Traditional Chinese Herbs: Bai Shao (White Peony)

Bai Shao (White Peony) has a bitter and sour taste, and is slightly cold in nature. It enters the liver (gan) and spleen (pi) meridians. It nourishes the blood and astringes yin, softens the liver and alleviates pain. It is indicated for irregular menstruation, excessive bleeding, vaginal discharge, dizziness, headaches, spontaneous sweating, night sweats, diarrhea, … Read more

Daily Learning of Chinese Herbal Medicine

Daily Learning of Chinese Herbal Medicine

Chinese Herbal Medicine The root of the Umbelliferae plant, Dang Gui (当归, Angelica sinensis). Generally, it must be cultivated for 3 years before harvesting. The roots are dug up in late autumn, cleaned of stems, leaves, and soil, and then dried in a ventilated area for a few days. They are bundled according to size … Read more

How to Regulate Blood Stasis Constitution in Women: Insights from Lingnan Gynecology Health Workshop

How to Regulate Blood Stasis Constitution in Women: Insights from Lingnan Gynecology Health Workshop

Team Mentor National Leading Talent in Traditional Chinese Medicine “Qihuang Scholar”, Renowned Gynecologist in Lingnan, Famous TCM Physician in Guangdong Province, Chief Physician of Gynecology at Guangdong Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine Wang Xiaoyun【Preface】 From ancient times to the present, literati have often used flowers to symbolize women, representing beauty and delicacy. However, gynecological … Read more

Gynecological Four Diagnostic Series Part Four: Detailed Explanation of 12 Common Pulses and Key Points of Pulse Diagnosis

Gynecological Four Diagnostic Series Part Four: Detailed Explanation of 12 Common Pulses and Key Points of Pulse Diagnosis

Chinese Medicine Book ClubIssue 3621One issue daily, accompanying the growth of TCM practitioners IIntroduction: Previously, we have published the observation, listening, and inquiry diagnostics in the gynecological four diagnostic series. Today is the fourth article in this series—pulse diagnosis. This article mainly introduces twelve common pulse types and three types of intermittent pulses. Due to … Read more

Clinical TCM: Gynecological Diagnosis

Clinical TCM: Gynecological Diagnosis

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), observation (wang zhen) is the first of the four diagnostic methods, emphasizing its importance as stated, “To know by observation is called spirit (shen).” This highlights the significance of observation in TCM. This article will introduce gynecological observation from three aspects: observing the shape and color, tongue coating, and the … Read more

The Effectiveness of Acupuncture: Breaking Through the Barrier

The Effectiveness of Acupuncture: Breaking Through the Barrier

Chinese Medicine Book Club Issue 2492 Daily updates to accompany the growth of TCM practitioners Introduction: Treating diseases according to textbooks without effect is a matter worth pondering. As student Bu said, perhaps we just need a teacher to guide us to break through that barrier, allowing us to discover the usefulness of the textbooks. … Read more