Ginseng (Renshen) is a perennial herb that prefers cool, shady environments. It typically flowers in three years and bears fruit in five to six years, with flowering occurring from May to June and fruiting from June to September. It grows in mixed coniferous and broadleaf forests dominated by red pine at altitudes of several hundred … Read more
Wind-Heat Cold In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), colds are classified into two types: Wind-Cold and Wind-Heat colds. Although both types fall under the category of colds, they differ in nature, symptoms, and causes. Therefore, they require different treatment approaches. During the hot summer months, due to heat and humidity, Wind-Heat colds are more prevalent. However, … Read more
As the weather fluctuates between warm and cold, even though we have put on cotton shirts and pants, if we do not wrap ourselves up properly, it is still easy to catch a cold. Recently, there have been many more friends suffering from colds than usual. (Many cold patients are receiving treatment) Once you have … Read more
Mr. Fang has had a fever for 10 days, with a maximum temperature reaching 39.5 degrees Celsius. He has no nasal congestion, runny nose, sore throat, or cough with phlegm. Aside from fever and general fatigue, he has no other symptoms. He went to the hospital for blood tests and urinalysis, both of which were … Read more
Qigong is a “wonder” in the treasure trove of Chinese medicine, a healthcare exercise with distinct national characteristics within the heritage of traditional Chinese medicine. When mentioning qigong, many practitioners immediately think of Guo Lin Qigong. The hot search terms related to “Guo Lin Qigong” online are often associated with cancer resistance and rehabilitation, leading … Read more
Gua Sha Gua Sha is one of the traditional natural therapies in China, based on the TCM theory of the skin. It involves scraping the skin with tools made from materials such as buffalo horn or jade at corresponding points to achieve the goals of unblocking meridians, invigorating blood circulation, and resolving blood stasis. Regular … Read more
More and more people are experiencing the benefits of “moving cupping,” with even foreign athletes beginning to try this therapy for body maintenance. So, what exactly is moving cupping? What role does it play? [Definition of Moving Cupping] Moving cupping is somewhat similar to the ancient cupping therapy, sometimes referred to as “sliding cupping therapy.” … Read more
Click the blue text above to follow us Medicinal pastes, also known as gāo zī jì (膏滋剂), are one of the eight forms of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) preparations, which include pills, powders, pastes, elixirs, wines, tinctures, soups, and tablets. They can be used externally or taken internally. Internal medicinal pastes are made by concentrating … Read more
One spoon of gaozi formula is equivalent to ten decoctions; every drop is essence. Supplement in winter, and you will be free from illness next year. Supplement in winter, and you will be ready to tackle challenges in spring. Gaozi, also known as gaoji, gaozi medicine, or decoction paste, is named after its form and … Read more
Commonly known as: Qióng chī wán, fù hē tāng, and gāofāng used by emperors and high officials. This means that in ancient times, sick people, the poor took pills, the rich drank soups, and emperors and high officials used gāofāng preparations. Gāofāng, also known as gāo (pastes) or gāo zī, originated in the Han and … Read more