Practical Knowledge: Mai Dong (Ophiopogon japonicus) – Nourishing the Yin of the Five Organs

Practical Knowledge: Mai Dong (Ophiopogon japonicus) - Nourishing the Yin of the Five Organs

Mai Dong (Ophiopogon japonicus) Mai Dong is the dried tuber of the perennial herb Ophiopogon japonicus, belonging to the Liliaceae family. It is slightly cold in nature, sweet and slightly bitter in taste, and is associated with the Lung, Stomach, and Heart meridians. It has the effects of nourishing Yin, moistening the lungs, benefiting the … Read more

Balancing Yin and Yang: A Traditional Chinese Medicine Formula to Prevent Common Ailments

Balancing Yin and Yang: A Traditional Chinese Medicine Formula to Prevent Common Ailments

(This article is for learning and reference only and cannot replace medical advice and prescriptions. The combinations and formulas mentioned must be referenced and applied under the guidance of a TCM practitioner, and should not be attempted blindly!) Theoretical basis of this article: “Formulas and Prescriptions”, “Chinese Herbal Medicine” Hello, I am a TCM practitioner, … Read more

The 7 Best Combinations of Astragalus, 3 Dietary Recommendations, and 4 Contraindications

The 7 Best Combinations of Astragalus, 3 Dietary Recommendations, and 4 Contraindications

Min County Zhongxin Chinese Herbal Medicine Farmers Professional Cooperative 2018-12-03 It is commonly said that “drinking Astragalus soup regularly can prevent diseases and maintain health!” Regularly using Astragalus (Huang Qi) to make soup or brew it as a tea has excellent disease prevention and health maintenance effects. Astragalus (Huang Qi) Main Functions 1. Liver protection; … Read more