Danshen, also known as: red sage, purple salvia, red root, etc. It has the effects of invigorating blood circulation, removing blood stasis, nourishing blood, calming the mind, cooling the blood, and reducing swelling; it is primarily used for treating blood stasis headaches, chest, flank, and abdominal pain, accumulations, irregular menstruation, dysmenorrhea, postpartum abdominal pain due … Read more
Danshen (Salvia miltiorrhiza) is a traditional Chinese medicinal herb. According to TCM theory, the main functions of Danshen include: clearing the heart and relieving irritability, regulating menstruation and alleviating pain, cooling the blood and resolving abscesses, and invigorating blood and dispelling stasis. Commonly sold Danshen products include: Compound Danshen Dripping Pills and Compound Danshen Tablets, … Read more
Today, we will comprehensively analyze Dan Shen (Salvia miltiorrhiza) from five aspects: naming, authentic medicinal materials, modern pharmacology, methods of preparation, and related Chinese patent medicines, following Mr. Li Qianguo. When I prescribe medicine, the first herb I use is Dan Shen. Below, I will discuss the clinical applications of Dan Shen. 01 In Traditional … Read more
Chuanxiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong) is the dried rhizome of the plant from the Umbelliferae family, primarily containing ferulic acid, ligustrazine, phenolic acids, organic acids, alkaloids, and volatile oils. Clinically, both raw Chuanxiong and wine-prepared Chuanxiong are commonly used. Chuanxiong has a pungent taste, a warm nature, and is associated with the liver, gallbladder, and pericardium meridians. … Read more
1 Chuanxiong (Ligusticum Chuanxiong) ascends to the head, regulates the menstrual flow, and relieves stagnation. It is a blood-moving and qi-regulating herb, often used in conjunction with Danggui (Angelica Sinensis). It not only invigorates blood but also has a remarkable effect on moving qi. It has a pungent flavor and a warming nature, with a … Read more
Scan the QR code above Follow us Chuanxiong (Ligusticum Chuanxiong) is a commonly used Chinese medicinal herb, first recorded in the Shennong Bencao Jing (Shennong’s Classic of Materia Medica). It is classified as a medium-grade herb and is known for its ability to invigorate blood circulation and dispel blood stasis. Many of you may be … Read more
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Effects and Contraindications of Shudi Huang (Rehmannia Glutinosa) Shudi Huang is processed from the tuber of Rehmannia glutinosa, using yellow wine, sand ginger, and dried tangerine peel as auxiliary materials. It is one of the commonly used tonic herbs in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). After processing, its properties change from slightly cold to slightly warm, … Read more
Daily Herb Study 熟 地 黄 补 血 壹 Introduction to Chinese Medicine Also known as: Shu Di, Da Shu Di, Huai Shu Di, Di Sui, Jiu Di, Shu Bian. Taste and Properties: Sweet, slightly warm. Enters the Liver and Kidney meridians. Functions: Tonifies blood, nourishes yin, benefits essence, fills marrow. Category: Blood tonics Rehmannia … Read more
Complete Collection of Old Remedies to Promote Health Knowledge Click below to follow for free ↓↓↓ Astragalus (Huang Qi) is a common medicinal herb that greatly benefits health. It contains flavonoids, amino acids, various trace elements, vitamins, riboflavin, and other components, which help to tonify Qi and stabilize the exterior, making it particularly suitable for … Read more