Blood stasis is a significant issue that requires attention. Blood stasis in the head can lead to cerebral infarction, in the heart to myocardial infarction, and in the legs to varicose veins… Blood stasis in any part of the body results in various adverse conditions. Invigorating blood and resolving stasis is a lifelong task for … Read more
1. Tongqiao Huoxue Decoction (Qing · “Yilin Gai Cuo”)Effect: Activates blood and opens the orifices. Indications: Long-standing blood stasis in the upper body leading to deafness, rosacea, red and painful eyes, hair loss, skin with dark or purplish spots, purple and dark tongue, thin and rough pulse. Key diagnostic points: Pain in the head and … Read more
Bai Shao (White Peony) The root of the plant Paeonia lactiflora Pall. from the family Paeoniaceae, primarily produced in Zhejiang, Anhui, and Sichuan provinces. First recorded in the “Bencao Jing Jizhu”. The “Shennong Bencao Jing” states: “It is used for abdominal pain caused by evil qi, stops pain, promotes urination, and benefits qi.” Properties: Bitter, … Read more
Core Insight: Bai Shao (White Peony) has a bitter and sour taste, with a slightly cold nature. Its effects include nourishing blood and softening the liver, alleviating pain and spasms, and can be used for chest and abdominal pain caused by liver qi stagnation, as well as for muscle spasms in the hands and feet. … Read more
Introduction: Textbooks and pharmacopoeias state that Bai Shao (Paeoniae Radix Alba) nourishes the blood, regulates menstruation, astringes yin, stops sweating, softens the liver, alleviates pain, and is used to treat various symptoms of blood deficiency. However, Mr. Li Jinyong discovered that this differs from the content recorded in the Shennong Bencao Jing. Mr. Li believes … Read more
Bai Shao (白芍) Tang Wang Zhenbai Bai Shao flourishes in spring, envied by no peony. How many days can the wheat autumn last, the Grain Rain is just slightly cold. Jealousy arises frequently, delicate makeup reveals a desire to fade. Hibiscus drapes with gauze, long-lasting sorrow separated by waves. TCM Interpretation 【Source】This product is the … Read more
Source: Bencao Fang Shudi Huang (熟地黄) has been used in medicine since ancient times. The “Shennong’s Herbal Classic” states: “Long-term consumption can lighten the body and prevent aging.” At that time, there was no distinction between raw and cooked forms. The processing method of Shudi Huang began in the late Han dynasty and was well … Read more
————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————– Rehmannia Glutinosa is a Chinese medicinal herb known for its nourishing properties. It can replenish Qi and blood, alleviate deficiencies in Qi and blood, and benefit the essence and marrow, significantly enhancing overall health and physical quality. But how should Rehmannia Glutinosa be consumed to maximize its health benefits? Let’s explore its effects and … Read more
Shu Di Huang (Rehmannia Glutinosa) A Sacred Herb for Nourishing Yin and Blood, and Anti-Cancer Properties01Basic Information 【Family】: This product is the fresh or dried tuber of Rehmannia glutinosa, a member of the Scrophulariaceae family. 【Properties and Channels Entered】: Sweet, slightly warm. Enters the Liver and Kidney meridians. 【Functions and Indications】: Nourishes Yin and Blood, … Read more
PinyinShú Dì Huánɡ Alias Shú Dì (熟地) (from “Jing Yue Quan Shu”). Source “Bencao Tujing” Origin The root tuber of the plant Rehmannia glutinosa or Rehmannia huaiqing, processed by steaming and drying. Plant Morphology For detailed plant morphology, refer to the section on “Gan Dì Huáng”. Habitat Distribution Mainly produced in Henan, Zhejiang, and other … Read more