Herb—Lian Qiao Lian Qiao (Forsythia) is a perennial herb belonging to the Oleaceae family, primarily distributed in Shaanxi, Hebei, Shandong, and Sichuan provinces of China. According to TCM theory, Lian Qiao is cool in nature and bitter in flavor, entering the Heart (Xin), Liver (Gan), and Gallbladder (Dan) meridians. As one of the traditional major … Read more
Disease inquiry, health guidance, classic wellness, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and herbal medicine, seeking help when ill Lian Qiao (Forsythia suspensa) is the dried fruit of the plant belonging to the Oleaceae family. The fruit is harvested in autumn when it is initially ripe and still green, impurities are removed, steamed, and dried, commonly referred … Read more
Dan Shen, also known as Chishen (赤参) or Mountain Ginseng, is a perennial herbaceous plant from the Lamiaceae family. Its dried root is characterized by a red skin and purple flesh, hence it is also referred to as Purple Dan Shen. It is one of the most commonly used herbs for invigorating blood and resolving … Read more