Si Wu Tang

The Principles of Qi Supplementation, Blood Nourishment, and Yin Enrichment: Why is it Necessary to Regulate Qi, Activate Blood, and Eliminate Dampness?

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The Principles of Qi Supplementation, Blood Nourishment, and Yin Enrichment: Why is it Necessary to Regulate Qi, Activate Blood, and Eliminate Dampness?

We all know that supplementing Qi, nourishing blood, and enriching Yin all have their principles. Specifically: to supplement Qi, one must regulate Qi to avoid excessive heat; to nourish blood, one must activate blood to prevent stagnation; to enrich Yin, one must eliminate dampness to avoid excessive greasiness. First, why is it necessary to regulate … Read more

Common Blood Nourishing and Qi Supplementing Formulas in Traditional Chinese Medicine

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Common Blood Nourishing and Qi Supplementing Formulas in Traditional Chinese Medicine

All combinations of herbs that nourish and replenish blood, used to treat blood deficiency syndromes, are collectively referred to as buxue ji (blood nourishing agents). This type of formula is suitable for symptoms such as dizziness, blurred vision, pale complexion without luster; pale lips, brittle nails; palpitations, insomnia; dry stools; women with irregular menstruation, scanty … Read more

Classic TCM Formulas: Four Gods Soup, Four Substances Soup, and Four Gentlemen Soup – Commonly Used in Daily Life!

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Classic TCM Formulas: Four Gods Soup, Four Substances Soup, and Four Gentlemen Soup - Commonly Used in Daily Life!

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

Qi Deficiency, Blood Deficiency, Yellow Complexion, Liver and Kidney Deficiency: Use Si Wu Tang

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Qi Deficiency, Blood Deficiency, Yellow Complexion, Liver and Kidney Deficiency: Use Si Wu Tang

When the flow of Qi and blood is obstructed, women are prone to accumulate coldness in their bodies. There is a saying that “nine out of ten women are cold.” Women with cold bodies who do not receive proper care year-round may experience various issues. The uterus inevitably becomes cold, leading to what we call … Read more

Blood Deficiency and Fluid Loss Leading to Leg Cramps, Yin Deficiency and Yang Excess Causing Dizziness: A Single Herb for Nourishing Yin and Blood, Softening the Liver and Alleviating Urgency

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Blood Deficiency and Fluid Loss Leading to Leg Cramps, Yin Deficiency and Yang Excess Causing Dizziness: A Single Herb for Nourishing Yin and Blood, Softening the Liver and Alleviating Urgency

Spring winds are about to fade without a trace, all directed towards the peonies in the southern garden. After this flower has truly withered, this life should be intertwined with this flower. Shao Yao (Peony) and Mu Dan (Tree Peony) are known as the “two exceptional flowers,” and both of these plants can be used … Read more

Blood Stasis and Phlegm Congestion: Both Arise from Qi Stagnation! Use Qi Nourishing Formulas to Dissolve Accumulations and Nodules!

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Blood Stasis and Phlegm Congestion: Both Arise from Qi Stagnation! Use Qi Nourishing Formulas to Dissolve Accumulations and Nodules!

1 During the Qing Dynasty, smallpox was rampant, and at that time, no vaccines had been developed. Consequently, countless lives were lost to smallpox, which even posed a serious threat to the imperial court. Emperor Qianlong visited the Imperial Medical Institute and discovered issues such as “difficult-to-understand terminology” and “errors in transcription” in ancient medical … Read more