Introduction: Astragalus (Huang Qi), a commonly seen herb in daily life, possesses warm and gentle properties, with a sweet taste, and belongs to the spleen and lung meridians. In the clever application of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Astragalus can exert its remarkable qi-tonifying effects, safeguarding people’s health. It is often said, “The spleen is the … Read more
Astragalus (Huang Qi) is a medicinal herb that serves both culinary and medicinal purposes, boasting a history of over two thousand years in traditional Chinese medicine. It is known for its ability to tonify Qi and promote health. In addition to being brewed in water, it can also be used in soups and stews, making … Read more
Unbeknownst to many, ginseng, historically recognized as a supreme tonic for vital energy and rightfully dubbed the king of tonics, has been overshadowed by various colorful foreign ginseng from neighboring and even more distant countries. When ginseng is mentioned, people often only know about its supposed benefits—though they cannot articulate what exactly it benefits—more often … Read more
If we compare the “Treatise on the Spleen and Stomach” to a crown, then the Buzhong Yiqi Decoction (补中益气汤) is a pearl on that crown!This formula, created by the great physician Li Dongyuan during the Jin and Yuan dynasties, has been a nourishing remedy for over 900 years, a health tonic that everyone needs. If … Read more
As people reach middle age, many exhibit symptoms of Qi deficiency. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) often recommends tonifying Qi. While this concept is correct, relying solely on TCM and herbal medicine to tonify Qi is far from sufficient; it is merely a drop in the bucket, and most middle-aged and elderly individuals are unable to … Read more
The “Huangdi Neijing Health Preservation Methods for the Five Organs and Six Bowels” explains that the human body is a microcosm of the universe, where the five organs (wuzang) and six bowels (liufu) reflect larger issues when they encounter minor problems. The human body is a system that emphasizes balance and harmony, with each organ … Read more
All interesting souls around the world are following Quan Jing Tong. Follow me for daily knowledge. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has long held that “spring is the time to nourish the liver.” Ming dynasty physician Zhang Jingyue stated: “Spring corresponds to the liver and is a time for health preservation.” This is because spring is … Read more
The causes of internal injury refer to pathogenic factors resulting from abnormal emotional states, diet, and work-rest balance, leading to the imbalance of qi, blood, and body fluids, as well as dysfunction of the internal organs. The causes of internal injury differ significantly from those of external pathogens in terms of sources, invasion pathways, and … Read more
“ The phenomenon of constitution is an important manifestation of human life activities, referring to the morphological structure, physiological functions, and psychological state formed during the life process of the human body based on innate endowment and acquired factors.” Damp-heat constitution is a type of constitution characterized by both phlegm-dampness and heat. Individuals with damp-heat … Read more
The recent temperature in Foshan seems to have taken a roller coaster ride, with significant temperature differences between day and night, making it easy to catch a cold if one is not careful. If you unfortunately fall ill, do you know what type of cold you have? What are the differences between Wind-Cold and Wind-Heat … Read more