Codonopsis, also known as Lu Dangshen, Tai Dangshen, and Fangshen, is the dried root of the plant Codonopsis pilosula, which belongs to the Campanulaceae family. It was included in the list of food-medicine homologous substances in 2018.Today, let us delve into the benefits and combination formulas of Codonopsis!Characteristics The root has dense ring-like transverse wrinkles … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) culture has a long history. Since “Shennong tasted hundreds of herbs,” the concepts of “medicine” and “food” have been inseparable. This has led to the unique culture of “food as medicine,” which holds that many foods can serve as both food and medicine, capable of preventing and treating diseases. In recent … Read more
Dang Shen Codonopsis Radix Source The source is the root of the plant Codonopsis pilosula (Franch.) Nannf., also known as the variety Suhua Dangshen (C. pilosula Nannf. var. (Nannf.) L.T. Shen) or Chuan Dangshen (C. tangshen Oliv.). Aliases Shang Dangshen, Fengfeng Dangshen, Huangshen, and Fangdang. Distribution and Growth Environment It is distributed in Northeast China, … Read more
Click “Muzi Health Talks” to follow discussions on TCM, dietary therapy, and health preservation. Ren Shen (Ginseng) is the dried root of the plant Panax ginseng, belonging to the Araliaceae family. This refers to the Northeast Ginseng that we commonly use. What are the functions of Ren Shen (Ginseng)? We all know that Ren Shen … Read more
When it comes to Ginseng (Ren Shen), many friends are very familiar with it. It is the best tonic for Qi, with the fastest replenishment speed, the best effects, and the most comprehensive range of benefits. Since ancient times, ginseng has been a top-tier supplement, a truly precious medicinal material, ranking among the nine great … Read more
Ginseng (Rénshēn) is the root of the perennial herbaceous plant from the Araliaceae family. The wild variety is known as wild ginseng (Yěshānshēn), while the cultivated variety is referred to as garden ginseng (Yuánshēn). It is primarily produced in the northeastern provinces of China, with the highest quality and yield found in Fusong County, Jilin … Read more
Ginseng (Ren Shen) Source This product is the dried root and rhizome of the plant Panax ginseng, belonging to the Araliaceae family. Related Names Mountain Ginseng (Shan Shen), Korean Ginseng (Gao Li Shen), Garden Ginseng (Yuan Shen), Transplanted Mountain Ginseng (Yi Shan Shen), Red Ginseng (Hong Shen), Edge Ginseng (Bian Tiao Shen), Sugar Ginseng (Tang … Read more
Friends who often visit Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practitioners should know that in herbal prescriptions, you often see herbs like Dang Shen (Codonopsis), Ren Shen (Ginseng), Shan Yao (Chinese Yam), and Bai Zhu (White Atractylodes). Are these herbs as commonly used as regular cold medicines? Yes, they are used even more frequently and are very … Read more
Ginseng is the “king of herbs” for nourishing Qi. Since ancient times, there has been a saying in China that a bowl of ginseng soup can bring one back from the brink of death. Ginseng can greatly replenish Yuan Qi (元气, Original Qi), rescuing those in critical condition, and is the primary herb for treating … Read more
1. Heart Qi Deficiency: The Heart is the “Supreme Organ” of the Five Zang and Six Fu. Common Symptoms of Heart Qi Deficiency: Heart Qi deficiency leads to insufficient blood circulation, often causing irregular heartbeats, chest tightness, shortness of breath, and palpitations. Symptoms are particularly pronounced with increased physical activity, such as climbing stairs, brisk … Read more