Interpretation of Classical Formulas – Medicinal and Dietary Integration

Interpretation of Classical Formulas - Medicinal and Dietary Integration

Ling Gui Gan Zao Tang (Poria, Cinnamon, Licorice, Jujube Soup) 【Origin】”Shang Han Lun” (Treatise on Cold Damage), “Jin Gui Yao Lue” (Essential Prescriptions from the Golden Cabinet) 【Composition】Fu Ling (Poria), Rou Gui (Cinnamon), Gan Cao (Licorice), Da Zao (Jujube), Sheng Jiang (Fresh Ginger) 【Indications】Water Qi obstructing the heart due to deficiency of Middle Yang 【Symptoms】Palpitations, … Read more

The Contributions of the Compendium of Materia Medica to Zhang Zhongjing’s Theories

The Contributions of the Compendium of Materia Medica to Zhang Zhongjing's Theories

Li Shizhen was a great medical scientist of the Ming Dynasty in China. His greatest contribution was his extensive research and compilation, which took thirty years and involved studying over eight hundred medical texts, resulting in the creation of the Ben Cao Gang Mu (Compendium of Materia Medica). Although this book is primarily a pharmacological … Read more

Phlegm-Cough Clearing Powder: A Traditional Remedy for Respiratory Ailments

Phlegm-Cough Clearing Powder: A Traditional Remedy for Respiratory Ailments

Phlegm-Cough Clearing Powder The powder is a formulation made by grinding one or more medicinal materials into a fine powder. Sublingual administration is a method where the medicine is held in the mouth to dissolve slowly. The pharmacists have prepared the “Phlegm-Cough Clearing Powder” as a sublingual powder, allowing the natural medicine to act directly … Read more