Author: Zhu Haiqing, Deputy Chief Pharmacist, Pharmacy Department, Shanghai Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital 01As a commonly used Chinese medicinal material and spiceare Cinnamon and Cassia the same thing?Have you ever encountered a situation where a vendor pointed to a spice labeled “Cassia” and claimed it was Cinnamon? Here, I must clarify that Cinnamon (Ròuguì) and … Read more
Source｜China Traditional Chinese Medicine News Author｜Zhu Guang, Henan University of Traditional Chinese Medicine The concepts of cold and heat in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) are abstracted from specific phenomena, reflecting the interaction between the human body and material or environmental factors. Therefore, understanding cold and heat cannot be based solely on quantitative indicators but should … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a treasure of Chinese culture, having made significant contributions to the health of our people over thousands of years.Formulations refer to the forms of TCM, which represent the final manifestation of the products and are closely related to the methods of preparation and administration.Traditional TCM formulations include pills (wan), powders … Read more
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the concept of “food and medicine share the same source” emphasizes the selection of appropriate ingredients or medicinal herbs to achieve health maintenance and regulation through daily diet.Both Chinese herbs and food originate from plants and animals in nature, and many Chinese herbs are difficult to distinguish from food, such … Read more
Source: Jinan Times (jinanshibao1996) compiled from Chengdu TV, Sina Weibo Copyright belongs to the original author. If there is any infringement, please contact us. In everyone’s impression, biting fingernails is certainly not a good habit, however, Mr. Li from Chengdu recently bought medicine and was surprised to find that the ingredient list of a certain … Read more
Many people have studied the Ben Cao Gang Mu (Compendium of Materia Medica), and research on it has almost become a specialized academic discipline. My reflections on reading the Ben Cao Gang Mu are merely a small insight into this great work. In the opening section of Li Shizhen‘s Ben Cao Gang Mu, the principles … Read more
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), treating diseases requires not only a correct diagnosis of the patient’s condition but also a proficient understanding of the properties of Chinese herbs to effectively apply them in clinical practice. The properties of Chinese medicine refer to the fundamental nature and characteristics of herbal medicines, also known as medicinal properties. … Read more
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), treating diseases requires not only a correct diagnosis of the patient’s condition but also a proficient understanding of the properties of Chinese herbs to effectively apply them in clinical practice. The properties of Chinese medicine refer to the fundamental nature and characteristics of herbal medicines, also known as medicinal properties. … Read more
Ginger is a common seasoning in the kitchen. However, with the variety of ginger available on the market, many people are concerned about how to choose high-quality, safe, and healthy ginger. Ginger has a wide range of uses in cooking, whether for removing fishy odors or as a spice to complement various ingredients, it plays … Read more
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Fuzi (Aconite) is known as the “first product for reviving yang and rescuing from reversal.” It has the effects of reviving yang, rescuing from reversal, tonifying fire and assisting yang, dispersing cold, and alleviating pain. The Shennong Bencao Jing records it as pungent, warm, and toxic. Fuzi, also known as … Read more