Ginseng: The King of Herbs’ Benefits and Precautions 1. Introduction to Ginseng Ginseng, known as the “King of Herbs,” is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Araliaceae family. The main root of ginseng is fleshy, cylindrical or spindle-shaped, with branching at the lower part, and is usually yellowish-white in color. Ginseng typically grows in … Read more
We often hear terms like “Qi deficiency” (气虚), “tonifying Qi” (补气), “nourishing both Qi and blood” (气血双补), and even “Yuan Qi” (元气) and “Wei Qi” (卫气). These familiar yet unfamiliar terms are all related to “Qi”. So, what exactly is Qi? Our ancestors placed great importance on studying the invisible energy that cannot be seen … Read more
Ginseng is the “king of herbs” for nourishing Qi. Since ancient times, there has been a saying in China that a bowl of ginseng soup can bring one back from the brink of death. Ginseng can greatly replenish Yuan Qi (元气, Original Qi), rescuing those in critical condition, and is the primary herb for treating … Read more
MOXIBUSTION FOR HEALTH Moxibustion for Health Winter Moxibustion for Health Moxibustion, as a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) method for health maintenance and adjustment, has gained recognition among many for its ability to warm the meridians, promote qi (vital energy) and blood circulation, replenish yuan qi (original qi), and prevent diseases. However, many newcomers to moxibustion … Read more