Wu Yao

Five Major Yang-Warming Herbs: Fu Zi, Rou Gui, Gan Jiang, Wu Yao, and Chuan Jiao!

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Five Major Yang-Warming Herbs: Fu Zi, Rou Gui, Gan Jiang, Wu Yao, and Chuan Jiao!

Fu Zi (Aconite) , Rou Gui (Cinnamon), Gan Jiang (Dried Ginger), Wu Yao (Evodia), and Chuan Jiao (Sichuan Pepper) are all warming herbs, but Fu Zi assists Yang to move rather than to stay; Gan Jiang disperses cold, warms Yang, and opens the meridians to guide Fu Zi into the kidneys, thus returning Yang and … Read more

Liver Qi Stagnation: The Root of Many Illnesses! Four Herbs to Soothe the Liver, Relieve Stagnation, and Restore Qi Flow

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Liver Qi Stagnation: The Root of Many Illnesses! Four Herbs to Soothe the Liver, Relieve Stagnation, and Restore Qi Flow

There is a saying in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) that “all diseases arise from Qi.” Why is this so? First, we need to understand what Qi is. In TCM theory, Qi is a fundamental element that constitutes the human body. Although it is an intangible substance, its role is extremely important. Qi governs the circulation … Read more