TCM remedies

The Benefits of Safflower in Promoting Blood Circulation and Metabolism

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The Benefits of Safflower in Promoting Blood Circulation and Metabolism

Safflower (Hong Hua) is known for its ability to invigorate blood circulation, regulate menstruation, combat cancer, alleviate pain, and aid digestion; it is used for conditions such as amenorrhea, difficult labor, stillbirth, postpartum hemorrhage, postpartum blood stasis pain, carbuncles, and traumatic injuries. Safflower can promote blood circulation, accelerate metabolism, invigorate blood and resolve stasis, and … Read more

The Efficacy and Functions of Honghua (Safflower) in Activating Blood and Resolving Stasis: A Recommended Reference

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The Efficacy and Functions of Honghua (Safflower) in Activating Blood and Resolving Stasis: A Recommended Reference

————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————– Also known as: Du Honghua (Safflower), Jin Honghua (Golden Safflower) Taste and Properties: Pungent, warm; enters the Heart and Liver meridians. King of Linoleic Acid Clinically, Honghua (Safflower) is widely used and has excellent effects in activating blood and resolving stasis, as well as promoting menstruation. It is regarded as a key blood-activating herb … Read more

The Value of Safflower and Crocus: Understanding the Differences

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The Value of Safflower and Crocus: Understanding the Differences

Author: Associate Chief Herbalist Zhong Cheng, Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has a wide range of herbal sources, with various types and names. Sometimes, a slight difference in name can lead to significant misunderstandings. Recently, while dispensing herbs in the outpatient pharmacy, a patient inquired about the effects of … Read more

The Efficacy and Functions of Honghua (Safflower)

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The Efficacy and Functions of Honghua (Safflower)

Honghua (Safflower) Honghua, also known as Cao Honghua (草红花). Honghua has a unique fragrance and a slightly bitter taste. The best quality is characterized by long petals, bright red color, and soft texture. Honghua is mainly produced in Henan, Zhejiang, and Sichuan provinces. The efficacy and functions of Honghua are primarily manifested in promoting blood … Read more

Traditional Chinese Medicine: Safflower (Honghua)

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Traditional Chinese Medicine: Safflower (Honghua)

The Complete Collection of Old Remedies for Your Health Knowledge Click below to follow for free ↓↓↓ Safflower (Honghua) 【Alias】 Grass Safflower, Red Blue Flower, Du Honghua, Huai Honghua, etc. 【Properties and Channels】 Pungent in flavor, warm in nature, enters the Heart and Liver meridians. 【Modern Research】 Safflower mainly contains safflower yellow, new safflower glycosides, … Read more

Understanding Traditional Chinese Medicine: The Benefits of Honghua (Safflower) for Winter Health

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Understanding Traditional Chinese Medicine: The Benefits of Honghua (Safflower) for Winter Health

WINTER HEALTH Traditional Chinese MedicineAwareness Traditional Chinese Medicine Recognizing Traditional Chinese Medicine Honghua (Safflower) is a highly regarded medicinal herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine, known for its exceptional ability to invigorate blood circulation, dispel blood stasis, and alleviate pain. It not only regulates qi and blood, relieves pain, but also promotes blood circulation and improves … Read more

The Efficacy and Consumption Methods of Dan Shen (Salvia miltiorrhiza)

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The Efficacy and Consumption Methods of Dan Shen (Salvia miltiorrhiza)

The Efficacy and Consumption Methods of Dan Shen (Salvia miltiorrhiza) It is said in ancient texts that Dan Shen (Salvia miltiorrhiza) is a key herb in the Si Wu Tang (Four Substance Decoction), indicating its importance in gynecology. Dan Shen has effects of regulating menstruation, reducing swelling, and relieving pain. Modern pharmacological studies show that … Read more

The Dual Role of Medicinal and Edible Plants: A Focus on Chuanxiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong)

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The Dual Role of Medicinal and Edible Plants: A Focus on Chuanxiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong)

Chuanxiong (Ligusticum chuanxiong) is a medicinal and edible plant primarily produced in Sichuan (Guangxian), and widely cultivated in rural areas of Yunnan, Guizhou, and Guangxi, thriving in a temperate climate. It is commonly used to invigorate blood and promote qi circulation, expel wind, and relieve pain, with extensive applications for various conditions caused by blood … Read more

The Efficacy, Nutritional Value, and Precautions of Chuanxiong (Rhizoma Chuanxiong)

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The Efficacy, Nutritional Value, and Precautions of Chuanxiong (Rhizoma Chuanxiong)

The Efficacy, Nutritional Value, and Precautions of Chuanxiong (Rhizoma Chuanxiong) Chuanxiong, also known as Xiongwu, Chuanxiong Yao, Xi Xiong, Da Chuanxiong, Da Xiong, Fragrant Fruit, Medicinal Celery, Xi Fu Xiong, Xi Ju Qiong, and Chuan Fu Xiong, is known for its ability to invigorate blood circulation and promote qi flow, dispel wind, and alleviate pain. … Read more

The 7 Most Effective Traditional Chinese Medicines for Activating Blood Circulation, Reducing Swelling, and Alleviating Pain

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The 7 Most Effective Traditional Chinese Medicines for Activating Blood Circulation, Reducing Swelling, and Alleviating Pain

Today marks the 3195th day of Han Kang Medicine accompanying you. In daily life, it is inevitable to have bumps and bruises, and sometimes we encounter minor accidents, making injuries quite common. Therefore, today Han Kang Medicine will introduce several medicines that activate blood circulation, reduce swelling, and alleviate pain for your reference in case … Read more