The term wǔ zàng liù fǔ (五脏六腑) is familiar to most people, typically referring to the major organs of the human body. The five organs and six bowels include the shèn (kidneys), xīn (heart), fèi (lungs), pí (spleen), gān (liver), as well as the dà xiǎo cháng (large and small intestines), páng guāng (bladder), sān … Read more
In our daily lives, we often overlook the inner voice of our body, while Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) believes that the five organs (wǔ zàng) and six bowels (liù fǔ) act like our confidants, communicating our physical condition in various ways. By learning to listen, we can better understand our bodily state and take appropriate … Read more
️When the liver (gan) is healthy, the heart (xin) will be healthy, When the heart (xin) is healthy, the spleen (pi) will be healthy, When the spleen (pi) is healthy, the lungs (fei) will be healthy, When the lungs (fei) are healthy, the kidneys (shen) will be healthy, When the kidneys (shen) are healthy, the … Read more
Dried Ginger (Gan Jiang) is the dried rhizome of the ginger plant (Zingiber officinale). It is also known as Bai Jiang (White Ginger), Jun Jiang (Uniform Ginger), and Gan Sheng Jiang (Dried Fresh Ginger). The fresh ginger is sliced and dried in the sun or at low temperatures, referred to as “dried ginger slices.” It … Read more
Dampness is a Yin pathogen, heavy and turbid, easily combining with wind, cold, summer heat, and fire, complicating conditions and presenting challenges in clinical practice. Here, we summarize relevant treatment methods based on the location of dampness stagnation: Dampness in the Upper Jiao: Expel and Transform Dampness “The lungs govern the Qi of the entire … Read more
Dang Shen (Codonopsis pilosula) is a medicinal herb that shares the same origin as food, known for its excellent ability to tonify Qi and blood. Nowadays, many people recognize the benefits of this herb and often add it to nourishing soups. Dang Shen has a pleasant taste, effective properties, and is safe for consumption, making … Read more
Effects and Functions of Dang Shen Dang Shen (Codonopsis pilosula) is the dried root of the plant belonging to the Campanulaceae family. It has a sweet taste, a neutral nature, and is associated with the Spleen and Lung meridians. It possesses the functions of tonifying the middle and benefiting Qi, strengthening the Spleen and … Read more
————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————– The root of Dang Shen (Codonopsis pilosula) is a traditional Chinese medicinal herb known for its nourishing properties. It is also a health food that can strengthen the spleen and stomach, enhancing overall vitality. Today, we will introduce the benefits and effects of Dang Shen root, as well as its side effects and contraindications. … Read more
Follow Us 01 Effects Dang Shen (Codonopsis pilosula) is known for its ability to tonify the middle and augment qi, strengthen the spleen, and benefit the lungs. 02 Indications It is used for conditions such as spleen and lung qi deficiency, poor appetite, fatigue, cough with shortness of breath, insufficient qi and blood, pale complexion, … Read more
Herbal Medicine Identification Radix Codonopsis (Dang Shen) Source: The dried root of the plant Codonopsis pilosula (Dang Shen), also known as Codonopsis lanceolata or Codonopsis tangshen. Harvested in autumn, cleaned, and dried. Preparation: Slices of Radix Codonopsis should be cleaned, impurities removed, soaked, cut into thick slices, and dried. Identification Characteristics: Radix Codonopsis is soft, … Read more