What is Phlegm-Damp Constitution?The phlegm in phlegm-damp constitution is not the phlegm we usually think of. It refers to the abnormal accumulation of bodily fluids, which is a pathological product. If the movement and transformation of fluids in the body are disordered, the accumulation of fluids leads to dampness, which, over time, condenses into phlegm.Phlegm … Read more
Introduction (Image source: Baidu Images) “Preventive treatment of disease” (治未病) is the core concept of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) in disease prevention and treatment. Health preservation (养生) is a unique advantage of TCM, and medicinal pastes (膏方) are one of the most appropriate applications for health preservation and preventive treatment. The term “膏” originally referred … Read more
Gaoji, also known as medicinal paste, is named after its form and is one of the eight types of medicinal preparations in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), which include pills, powders, pastes, elixirs, wines, tinctures, soups, and tablets. The medicinal paste can be applied externally or taken internally. Externally applied pastes are commonly used in TCM … Read more
“Gaoji” includes ointments, plasters, and medicinal pastes (commonly known as “Gaozi medicine”). Gaoji is one of the traditional forms of Chinese medicine, known for its nourishing properties, hence also called Gaozi. In ancient times, it was referred to as thin patches, made by boiling medicinal herbs with plant or animal oils into a gel-like substance, … Read more
Introduction Medicinal pastes are an ancient dosage form in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). With the development of history, the uses of medicinal pastes have gradually expanded, being used not only for external ailments but also for internal conditions; the production processes have also changed, especially for external pastes, which are now more convenient to use … Read more
Mr. Yang, 78 years old, has suffered from hypertension for over 20 years. He usually has a weak constitution, experiences shortness of breath and fatigue, and has a pale complexion. In winter, he is particularly sensitive to cold, with cold extremities. Two years ago, he underwent coronary artery stenting due to stenosis and blockage. After … Read more
This year’s cold weather has arrived earlier than in previous years. The Double Ninth Festival has passed, and the beginning of winter is not far off; winter is gradually approaching. This is the perfect time to nourish the body. How to nourish the body? There are many methods, but the correct approaches are few. Nourishing … 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
When it comes to traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), most people’s perception is of the strong and difficult-to-swallow herbal decoctions. In recent years, a type of TCM formula—medicinal paste (gāo fāng)—has gradually entered the public’s life, being understood and accepted, thus changing people’s outdated views on TCM. The widespread acclaim for medicinal pastes is due to … Read more
What is Gao Fang? Gao Fang, also known as medicinal paste, is named after its form and is a high-grade tonic enjoyed by the ancient royal families. It is one of the eight forms of traditional Chinese medicine, which include pills, powders, pastes, elixirs, wines, tinctures, soups, and tablets. Gao Fang, also referred to as … Read more