Dang Shen (党参), is a commonly used traditional tonic herb in China. The best quality Dang Shen is produced in the Shangdang region of Shanxi province. It is known for its ability to tonify the middle and augment qi, strengthen the spleen, and benefit the lungs. It is particularly suitable for those who experience fatigue, … Read more
↑ Click the title below “Health Preservation Path” to follow for more health knowledge ↑ Introduction: “King of Herbs”, “Difficult to Find Ginseng”, “Greatly Tonifying Vital Energy”—these praises naturally describe the unforgettable and renowned “Northeast Three Treasures”, one of which is Ginseng. Generally speaking, more than half of the depictions related to Traditional Chinese Medicine … Read more
The Si Jun Zi Tang (Four Gentlemen Decoction) originates from the Song Dynasty’s Tai Ping Hui Min He Ji Ju Fang.The Si Jun Zi Tang is a comprehensive tonic for Qi deficiency, and many later formulas for strengthening the spleen and boosting Qi have evolved from this classic. Do not underestimate the four ingredients within; … Read more
Si Jun Zi Tang (Four Gentlemen Decoction) is the first choice for nourishing Qi, while Si Wu Tang (Four Substance Decoction) is the first choice for nourishing Blood. Si Jun Zi Tang nourishes the robust Qi of men, while Si Wu Tang nourishes the soft Yin Blood of women. Men utilize Qi, while women utilize … Read more
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