Spicy Smartweed, a name for a traditional Chinese medicinal herb.It is the whole plant of Polygonum lapathifolium L. var. salicifolium Sibth., a species of the genus Polygonum in the Polygonaceae family. It has the effects of detoxifying, strengthening the spleen, dispelling dampness, promoting blood circulation, and treating malaria. It is commonly used for sores and swellings, summer-dampness diarrhea, enteritis and dysentery, malnutrition in children, pain from falls and blows, and malaria.
Large-flowered Glechoma, a name in traditional Chinese medicine. It refers to the whole plant of Glechoma sinograndis C.Y. Wu, a member of the Lamiaceae family. It is distributed in western, northwestern, and northeastern Yunnan. It has the effects of resolving phlegm, relieving cough, and dispersing blood stasis. It is commonly used to treat coughs with phlegm and wheezing in children, as well as fractures.
Shuiwengpi is the name of a traditional Chinese medicine. It is the bark of the plant *Cleistocalyxoperculatus* (Roxb.) Merr. et Perry, belonging to the Myrtaceae family. It is distributed in Guangdong, Hainan, Guangxi, Yunnan, and other regions. It has the therapeutic effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, drying dampness, and killing parasites. It is used to treat damp-heat foot sores, eczema, scabies, skin ulcers caused by malnutrition, abscesses of the scrotum, and burns and scalds.
Zinc carbonate is a commonly used medicinal herb for drawing out toxins, dissolving necrotic tissue, and promoting tissue regeneration. It is composed of the carbonate mineral smithsonite (a member of the calcite group) or the carbonate mineral hydrozincite, primarily containing zinc carbonate (ZnCO₃). It has the effects of detoxifying, clearing vision, removing corneal opacities, drying dampness, relieving itching, and promoting wound healing.It is primarily used to treat redness and swelling of the eyes, redness and ulceration of the eyelids, corneal opacities, pterygium, non-healing ulcers, profuse pus and discharge, and itchy damp sores.
Pattern Identification serves as the foundation of TCM diagnosis. TCM practitioners use the Four Examinations to collect symptoms and signs, then identify the underlying body imbalance as a specific pattern. Treatment plans, including herbal prescriptions, are tailored to the pattern. This holistic method addresses the root imbalance instead of merely relieving separate symptoms.
“Diseases Are Not Set in Stone” emphasizes that health and disease states can be actively changed—they are not predetermined. The core point being made here is that many disease risks are influenced by factors such as lifestyle and the environment, and there is an opportunity to improve them through early awareness and adjustments. Reflections on … Read more
Dietary restrictions during medication are a set of dietary guidelines implemented in traditional Chinese medicine to ensure the efficacy of treatments and prevent adverse reactions. Based on the theory of the Four Natures and Five Flavors, this system classifies prohibited foods into four major categories: raw and cold, greasy, spicy, and fishy or gamey. Raw … Read more
“The Body Needs to Cast Out the Old and Welcome the New” refers to the body’s need to maintain health and vitality through processes such as metabolism and cell renewal—for example, the replacement of old cells with new ones is a classic example of “casting out the old and welcoming the new.”“Dust-Sweeping Day” typically falls … Read more
“Boost Your Immunity to Keep Illness at Bay,” The immune system is the body’s natural defense against viruses, bacteria, and other pathogens. Maintaining a strong immune system does not rely on a single approach but requires a comprehensive, scientifically-based lifestyle. The Story Of Repelling Mosquitoes “Time to replace your window screens!” Whenever I see someone … Read more
The term “centenarian from Rugao” refers to people over the age of 100; it is a term of respect for those who have reached this milestone, highlighting both their longevity and their good health. Rugao is a “World Longevity Village” certified by the International Society of Natural Medicine. It was officially awarded this title on … Read more
“Surrounding Wei to Rescue Zhao” refers to a tactical strategy in which an attacking enemy is forced to retreat by striking at its rear strongholds. The term originates from the Battle of Guiling during the Warring States period, when the State of Qi came to the aid of the State of Zhao; the key figures … Read more
Dehydration is the root cause of many chronic conditions. Issues such as headaches, lower back pain, high blood pressure, and gastrointestinal ulcers may all be linked to chronic insufficient water intake, and these problems can be alleviated through proper hydration. The Story of Ironing Clothes One day, when I was heading out to run some … Read more
The human body’s “highway” typically refers to the circulatory system, which consists of the heart, blood vessels, and blood. It is responsible for delivering oxygen, nutrients, and hormones throughout the body while removing waste products and carbon dioxide. A Story of Traffic Congestion When we enjoy the abundant produce from all over the country, and … Read more
We no longer need the outdated mindset of “as long as I’m not sick, that’s good enough”; instead, we need a holistic view of health that integrates physical, mental, social, and lifestyle factors. Simply put, health is not a destination—it’s a state that results from the cumulative effect of every choice you make in your … Read more
The saying “one illness, one medicine” is not wrong in itself, but the key to “the best therapeutic effect” lies not in how good the medicine is, but in whether it is the right treatment for the condition. No single medicine can cure all illnesses; it is only the right one that works best. The … Read more
