The Marvelous Uses of Ginseng!

The Marvelous Uses of Ginseng!

Ginseng is bitter and sweet, red and warm, white and clear, greatly tonifying the original qi. It alleviates thirst, benefits qi and generates fluids, and strengthens the heart. (1) Traditional Uses Ginseng is slightly warm in nature, sweet and slightly bitter in taste, and enters the spleen and heart-lung meridians. Its effects include greatly tonifying … Read more

Comprehensive Guide to TCM Formulas for Qi and Blood Supplementation

Comprehensive Guide to TCM Formulas for Qi and Blood Supplementation

A few days ago, I shared TCM formulas for Qi supplementation, blood supplementation, and kidney deficiency, but there are still many unclear points. Therefore, today I will mainly present the TCM formulas for supplementation, for everyone’s learning and reference.TCM formulas for supplementation are divided into six categories: Qi supplementation, blood supplementation, dual supplementation of Qi … Read more

Comprehensive Guide to TCM Formulas for Qi and Blood Supplementation

Comprehensive Guide to TCM Formulas for Qi and Blood Supplementation

Disease Inquiry, Health Guidance, Recommended Traditional Chinese Medicine for Health Preservation Read more health preservation articles Welcome to click the business card below to follow Traditional Chinese Medicine for Health Preservation A few days ago, I posted about TCM formulas for Qi and Blood supplementation related to kidney deficiency, but there are still many unclear … Read more

Comprehensive Dietary Therapy for Qi and Blood Deficiency: Effective TCM Formulas for Treating Anemia

Comprehensive Dietary Therapy for Qi and Blood Deficiency: Effective TCM Formulas for Treating Anemia

Disease Inquiry, Health Guidance, Classic Health Preservation, Seeking Help When Ill The following is for reference only; please take under the guidance of a physician. Bazhen Wan (Eight Treasure Pill) Composed of Ren Shen (Ginseng), Bai Zhu (White Atractylodes), Fu Ling (Poria), Gan Cao (Licorice), Di Huang (Rehmannia), Dang Gui (Angelica Sinensis), Bai Shao (White … Read more

Common Blood Nourishing and Qi Supplementing Formulas in Traditional Chinese Medicine

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

The Premier Formula for Strengthening Spleen and Qi: A Perfect Tonic for Those with Qi Deficiency, Suitable for the Whole Family

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

Ten Foods to Nourish Qi and Blood

Ten Foods to Nourish Qi and Blood

Author: Chen Chuxiong Reviewed by: Qiu Kaifeng Institution: Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University Source: Yixian Pharmacy It is often said that poor diet and sleep, along with blocked Qi, stem from insufficient Qi and blood. Qi and blood are the foundation of human life; all organs, bones, and even skin and hair rely … Read more

Traditional Chinese Medicine | Rational Use of Patent Medicines for Liver Qi Stagnation and Gastric Pain

Traditional Chinese Medicine | Rational Use of Patent Medicines for Liver Qi Stagnation and Gastric Pain

Recently, many patients have inquired: “What causes stomach pain when I get angry?” Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) believes that the functional activities of the organs are achieved through the coordination of the rise and fall of Qi. If there are emotional disturbances, inappropriate cold or heat, irregular diet, or overexertion, it can lead to disordered … Read more

Spring Liver Care: Addressing Liver Qi Stagnation!

Spring Liver Care: Addressing Liver Qi Stagnation!

Warm rain and clear winds break the frost, with willows and plum blossoms, spring feelings are stirring.Spring is the season of growth, making it the perfect time for liver care.According to the principles of TCM seasonal health, spring is the best time to nourish the liver.Spring corresponds to the Wood element, which is connected to … Read more

Understanding the Four Levels of Liver Qi Stagnation: Which Level Are You?

Understanding the Four Levels of Liver Qi Stagnation: Which Level Are You?

“All diseases arise from Qi.” Many people experience headaches, chest tightness, irritability, and various discomforts after getting angry. The root cause is often due to liver Qi stagnation. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) believes that the liver governs the smooth flow of Qi and plays a role in regulating emotions. When this function is disrupted, it … Read more