Huang Lian

Understanding the Treatment of Spleen and Stomach Damp-Heat Syndrome Using Bitter and Pungent Methods

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Understanding the Treatment of Spleen and Stomach Damp-Heat Syndrome Using Bitter and Pungent Methods

Overview of Principles The spleen governs transportation and transformation, ascending is its natural order, while the stomach governs reception, descending is its harmony. The spleen and stomach work together, maintaining balance in ascending and descending, facilitating endless generation and transformation. However, when damp-heat afflicts the spleen and stomach, whether due to external pathogens or internal … Read more

Seven Mixed Cold and Heat Formulas in the Treatise on Cold Damage

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Source: Liu DuzhouThe formulas in the Treatise on Cold Damage that combine cold and heat medicines include Chai Hu Gui Zhi Gan Jiang Tang (Bupleurum and Cinnamon Decoction with Dried Ginger), Zhi Zi Gan Jiang Tang (Gardenia and Dried Ginger Decoction), Ban Xia Xie Xin Tang (Pinellia Decoction to Drain the Heart), Fu Zi Xie … Read more

Comprehensive Guide to Chinese Herbal Medicine: Keep It Handy for Minor Ailments

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Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a treasure of China. Experienced TCM practitioners can use it to tackle various ailments, and we can also apply it in dietary therapy to nourish our bodies~ Top Properties of Chinese Medicinal Herbs Clearing Heat and Detoxifying: Jin Yin Hua (Honeysuckle); Transforming Dampness with Aroma: Huo Xiang (Agastache); Promoting Urination … Read more

A Comprehensive Guide to Chinese Herbal Medicine: Your Go-To Resource for Common Ailments

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A Comprehensive Guide to Chinese Herbal Medicine: Your Go-To Resource for Common Ailments

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a treasure of China, and experienced practitioners can use it to address various ailments. We can also apply it in dietary therapy to nourish our bodies. Top Properties of Chinese Herbs Best for clearing heat and detoxifying—Jin Yin Hua (Honeysuckle); Best for aromatic dampness transformation—Huo Xiang (Agastache); Best for promoting … Read more