Gui Pi Tang: A Formula for Settling the Mind
While Gui Pi Wan/ Return the Spleen Formula may be used for Qi and Blood deficiency, it is intended for other aspects of the Spleen’s function. Its Calming the Shen...
Skye Sturgeon, DAOM |
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Gui Pi Tang: A Formula for Settling the Mind
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Dui Yao in an Ancient Brain Formula
Two herbs that complement one another (Dui Yao) are discussed: Ren Shen (Panax Ginseng) and Da Huang (Rhubarb) and how the two herbs work together in the popular formula Chái...
Lana Farson |
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Strengthening Children's Resistance to Illness
As the summer gives way to fall and the lingering challenges posed by the current pandemic remain, we as parents and practitioners are naturally focused on protecting our children's health...
Mark Frost |
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The Great Mender
The Great Mender Teapills™/ Jin Gu Die Shang Wan (筋骨鐵打丸)is the Plum Flower™ variation created in the rich tradition of ‘hit medicine’, diē dǎ (or tieh ta)/ 跌打, which is...
Skye Sturgeon, DAOM |
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Eleuthero Ci Wu Jia: A Valuable Adaptogen
Ci Wu Jia, also known as Eleuthero and “Siberian Ginseng.” Ci wu jia is classified as a Qi tonic. Its nature is spicy, slightly bitter, and warm, entering the Spleen,...
Mark Frost |
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Back to School - A TCM Clinician's Perspective
Amy Mager, L.Ac. discusses a look at preparing children and families for the upcoming school year, methods to prepare our immune systems, and options for addressing illness if an attack...
Amy Mager |
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Travel Tips from the Tropics
This firsthand guide shares essential Traditional Chinese Medicine formulas for staying well in hot, humid climates. From stomach-saving support to bug bite relief, learn which herbs are must-haves for your...
Lauren Coffelt |
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Men's Essentials Formulas Comparison
These 16 formulas are commonly prescribed to Men and are considered Men's Essentials for your herbal formula. Learn how to use each formula sorted with pin yin name, alternate name,...
Yvonne Lau |
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Making Organic Chen Pi for Your Clinic
Chen pi (陈皮 chén pí) is an extremely important herb in the Materia Medica, as it is widely used to regulate and move the Middle Burner Qi, and for assistance...
Skye Sturgeon, DAOM |
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Formulas for Dryness in the Lung
Dryness in the Lungs can stem from environmental factors, chronic irritation, or underlying imbalances in TCM. This article explores key formulas for acute dryness and persistent dry phlegm, highlighting how...
Skye Sturgeon, DAOM |
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Protect them with Jade Windscreen
For countless generations, Jade Windscreen (Yu Ping Feng San) has been utilized to address surface deficiency patterns that lead to aversion to wind and frequent invasions of common pathogenic influences....
Mark Frost |
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Seasonal Nasal & Phlegm Formulas Comparison
Explore 11 formulas that address seasonal nasal and phlegm challenges. This comparison chart will help you quickly and easily compare formulas, their functions, indications, and ingredients.
Yvonne Lau |
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Treating Blood & Jing in Male Fertility
Infertility is clinically defined in women and men who cannot achieve pregnancy after one year of having intercourse without using birth control, occurring in approximately 15% of heterosexual couples who...
Skye Sturgeon, DAOM |
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