Three Herbs to Warm Yang, Tonify the Kidneys, Nourish Blood, and Improve Erectile Dysfunction

Three Herbs to Warm Yang, Tonify the Kidneys, Nourish Blood, and Improve Erectile Dysfunction

Currently, aging has become a global concern. The theory of Jing-Qi-Shen (精气神) based on the concept of Qi and meridians states: “Jing is the origin of life, Qi is the driving force of life, and Shen is the manifestation of life.” This holistic view explains key scientific issues such as the formation of life, the … Read more

Understanding Rehmannia (Shu Di Huang)

Understanding Rehmannia (Shu Di Huang)

Shu Di Huang (熟地黄) has the effects of nourishing yin, tonifying the kidneys, nourishing and cooling the blood, promoting blood coagulation, and lowering blood sugar. It is primarily produced in Henan, has a sweet taste, and a slightly warm nature. It belongs to the liver and kidney meridians. Shu Di Huang From the Ben Cao … Read more

Six Manifestations of Liver Qi Stagnation: If None Apply, Your Liver is Healthy

Six Manifestations of Liver Qi Stagnation: If None Apply, Your Liver is Healthy

When mentioning the liver, people often think of diseases such as “hepatitis B, fatty liver, alcoholic liver disease, and liver cancer,” but they tend to overlook liver qi stagnation and excessive liver fire. In their view, these two conditions do not pose a threat to life, but this is not the case. As the saying … Read more