Methods and Precautions for Brewing Traditional Chinese Medicine Decoctions

Methods and Precautions for Brewing Traditional Chinese Medicine Decoctions

As the old saying goes, if the decoction of Chinese medicine is not brewed properly, its efficacy is reduced by half. How should we brew Chinese medicine? Step 1: Selection of Brewing Utensils Do not use iron, copper, or aluminum pots, as chemical reactions may occur during the brewing process, reducing the medicinal efficacy. Use … Read more

Are You Brewing Traditional Chinese Medicine Decoctions Correctly?

Are You Brewing Traditional Chinese Medicine Decoctions Correctly?

Introduction Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) decoctions refer to liquid preparations obtained by boiling Chinese herbal pieces in water to extract their active ingredients, and they are one of the traditional forms of TCM. As stated in the Compendium of Materia Medica: “When taking decoctions, even if the herbs are of high quality and the preparation … Read more