Click 【Herb Query】, then click the upper right corner 【···】to set asstarred/pinned for easy access Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) believes that Qi in the human body has functions such as promoting, nourishing, and securing. Therefore, when Qi is deficient, bodily functions decline, and the spirit cannot be adequately nourished, leading to symptoms such as shortness … Read more
Si Jun Zi Tang (Four Gentlemen Decoction), originating from the Song Dynasty’s “Tai Ping Hui Min He Ji Ju Fang”. Si Jun Zi Tang is a formula that tonifies Qi, and its Qi-tonifying effects are quite comprehensive. Many later formulas for tonifying the spleen and Qi have derived from this one. Do not underestimate the … Read more
Ancient scholars conducted in-depth research on the compatibility and application of Chinese herbal decoctions, forming soups to address common conditions using four types of herbs, which are well-documented in the history of Chinese medicine. Notable decoctions include Si Shen Tang (Four Gods Soup), Si Wu Tang (Four Substances Soup), and Si Jun Zi Tang (Four … Read more
1 Exterior Releasing Formulas 1.1 Warm Exterior Releasing 1. Ma Huang Tang (Ephedra Decoction) In Ma Huang Tang, the main ingredients are Gui Zhi (Cinnamon Twig), Xing Ren (Apricot Kernel), and Gan Cao (Licorice), which induce sweating, release the exterior, and promote lung qi, suitable for exterior excess without sweating in cases of cold damage. … Read more