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Nourishing the Spirit Decoction,For those who engage in frequent reading and recitation and are physically exhausted.

Formulas Name : Nourishing the Spirit Decoction

Chinese Name : 养神汤

Drug Formulation

Asparagus Root (core removed) 1 qian, Ophiopogon Tuber (core removed) 1 qian, Angelica Root 1 qian, Salvia Root 5 fen, Fritillaria Bulb (core removed) 1 qian, Coptis Rhizome 5 fen, Atractylodes Rhizome 1 qian, Anemarrhena Rhizome (hairs removed, stir-fried with wine) 1 qian, Dried Tangerine Peel 1 qian, Acorus Rhizome 5 fen, Schisandra Berries 9.

Source

From *The Handy Guide*, Volume 3.

Benefits

For those who engage in frequent reading and recitation and are physically exhausted.

Instructions for Use

Add 3 slices of fresh ginger, decoct in water, and take after meals.

Nourishing the Spirit Decoction，From *The Handy Guide*, Volume 3.，For those who engage in frequent reading and recitation and are physically exhausted.

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Terminology Proofreading: [Cheng Bo] | August 31, 2026
Reviewed by: [Wang Zhongxiang, Associate Chief TCM Physician (China)] | August 31, 2026

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