Angelica Sinensis (当归, Dāngguī) is a commonly used traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) herb, first recorded in the Shennong Bencao Jing (Shennong’s Classic of Materia Medica) and classified as a medium-grade herb. Aliases: Qinguī, Xīguī. Source: The dried root of the perennial herbaceous plant Angelica Sinensis from the Apiaceae family. Production Areas: Mainly produced in Gansu … Read more
1.Spinach (Bōcài) Spinach is rich in iron, and its blood-nourishing effect is related to its abundant content of carotene and vitamin C. Carotene can treat night blindness and regulate various cellular functions, benefiting various bleeding disorders. Vitamin C acts as a reducing agent, converting ferric iron (Fe3+) to ferrous iron (Fe2+) for better absorption by … Read more
Beware of Anemia Anemia is quite common in daily life.If you often experience fatigue, dizziness, loss of appetite, or even palpitations and chest tightness, be alert to the possibility of anemia. How Modern Medicine Understands Anemia From the perspective of modern medicine, anemia primarily refers to a condition where the levels of hemoglobin, the number … Read more
Throughout history, many physicians have emphasized the regulation of Qi and blood when using traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). In terms of Qi tonification, while ginseng is relatively expensive, Huang Qi (Astragalus) is undoubtedly a more accessible Qi-boosting herb. The effects of Huang Qi in tonifying Qi differ from those of ginseng; ginseng primarily focuses on … Read more
Chinese Herb Name: Huang Qi (Milkvetch Root) Pinyin: huáng qí Latin Name: RADIX ASTRAGALI Aliases Aliases: Mian Qi, Mian Huang Qi, Huang Shi, Huang Qi, Jian Qi, Jian Huang Qi, Inner Mongolia Huang Qi, Wang Sun, Dai Qi, Dai Shan, Du Shan, Shu Zhi, Bai Ben, Bai Yao Mian, Bai Yao Mian, Tu Shan Bao … Read more
Huang Qi (Astragalus membranaceus) is the dried root of the leguminous plant Mongolian Astragalus or Membranous Pod Astragalus. Huang Qi contains various active components such as triterpenoid saponins, flavonoids, polysaccharides, trace elements, and amino acids. Huang Qi is first recorded in the Shen Nong Ben Cao Jing. Li Shizhen in the Ben Cao Gang Mu … Read more
Zhang Zhongjing’s Medical Philosophy teaches you to differentiate syndromes and provide individualized solutions. Follow Danxi’s Medical Philosophy provides in-depth TCM content and health knowledge. Follow Huangdi’s Medical Philosophy Practical TCM knowledge shared daily. Follow Zhongjing’s Medical Philosophy Zhongjing’s traditional medicine, classics endure. Follow Elephant’s Medical Philosophy Great sounds are rare, great forms are formless. Yin … Read more
Supplementing Qi What is Qi Deficiency? Qi deficiency is a term in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) that refers to a series of pathological changes and symptoms caused by insufficient vital energy (yuan qi). Qi is the most fundamental substance in the human body, formed by the essence (jing) from the kidneys, the energy from the … Read more
Four Methods to Tonify Qi1 Tonifying the Middle Qi Method This method is used for symptoms such as mental fatigue, pale complexion, low voice, weakness in limbs, poor digestion, and diarrhea. Herbs: Dang Shen (Codonopsis), Huang Qi (Astragalus), Fu Ling (Poria), Bai Zhu (White Atractylodes), Shan Yao (Chinese Yam), Lian Mi (Lotus Seed), Bian Dou … Read more
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