Main Point: Nei Guan(PC6)
Pair: Gong Sun(SP4)
Vessel: Yin Linking Vessel
ζ(6) + η³(7) + εΊ(4) + η³(7) = 24, remainder 8Open Point: Wai Guan
Bladder meridian peak. Study/work efficiently. Drink plenty of water.
Active Organ: Bladder
If symptoms like Neck/back stiffness, frequent urination recur at this time, consider Bladder meridian pathology.
Bladder Qi transformation relies on Kidney Yang.
Yang Qi converges, Yin Qi grows heavier. Quiet rest, avoid exertion.
Goji berries, a traditional Chinese medicine, are the dried, ripe fruits of Ningxia goji (Lycium barbarum L.), a plant belonging to the genus Lycium in the Solanaceae family. They have the effects of tonifying the liver and kidneys, nourishing essence, and improving eyesight. They are primarily used to treat deficiency-syndrome with essence depletion, soreness and pain in the lower back and knees, dizziness and tinnitus, impotence and nocturnal emission, internal heat with excessive thirst, blood deficiency with pallor and weakness, and blurred vision.
Rhodiola is the name of a traditional Chinese medicine. It consists of the dried roots and rhizomes of Rhodiola crenulata (Hook.f. et Thoms.) H. Ohba, a plant in the Crassulaceae family. It has the effects of tonifying qi, promoting blood circulation, unblocking meridians, and relieving wheezing. It is primarily used to treat qi deficiency with blood stasis, chest pain due to bi syndrome, hemiplegia caused by stroke, and fatigue with shortness of breath.
Tianma is a traditional Chinese medicinal herb used to calm the liver and subdue wind. It is the dried tuber of Gastrodia elata Bl., a plant in the genus Gastrodia of the Orchidaceae family. It has the effects of subduing wind and relieving spasms, calming liver yang, and dispelling wind to unblock the meridians.It is primarily used to treat infantile convulsions, epileptic seizures, tetanus, headaches and dizziness, paralysis of the hands and feet, numbness of the limbs, and rheumatic arthralgia.
Licorice is a commonly used Chinese medicinal herb derived from the dried roots and rhizomes of the leguminous plants Glycyrrhiza, Glycyrrhiza glabra, or Glycyrrhiza glabra var. glabra. It is named for its sweet taste. It is primarily produced in Inner Mongolia, Shaanxi, Gansu, and the Northeast, where unique geographical and climatic conditions endow it with excellent medicinal properties.Licorice has the effects of tonifying the spleen and boosting qi, clearing heat and detoxifying, eliminating phlegm and relieving cough, and alleviating spasms and pain. It is commonly used to treat spleen and stomach deficiency, deficiency of heart qi, heat-toxin syndromes, cough, and spasmodic pain in the epigastrium, abdomen, or limbs. It also harmonizes other herbs, mitigates drug toxicity, and balances the properties of medicinal materials, making it widely used in herbal formulas. In addition, licorice can be incorporated into daily diets to provide certain health-promoting benefits.
Cordyceps, a name in traditional Chinese medicine. It is the dried composite of the fruiting body and the corpse of a caterpillar from the family Sphingidae, parasitized by the fungus Cordyceps sinensis (Berk.) Sacc. of the Clavicipitaceae family. It is primarily produced in Sichuan, Tibet, and Qinghai.This herb has a sweet taste and neutral nature; it enters the Lung and Kidney meridians. It has the effects of tonifying the kidneys and nourishing the lungs, as well as stopping bleeding and resolving phlegm. It can be used to treat kidney deficiency with essence depletion, impotence and nocturnal emission, soreness and pain in the lower back and knees, chronic cough with wheezing due to deficiency, and coughing up blood due to overwork.
Chuanxiong is the name of a traditional Chinese medicine. It is the dried rhizome of the plant Ligusticum chuanxiong Hort. of the Apiaceae family. Authentic medicinal materials specifically refer to Chuanxiong produced in the central hilly and plain areas of the Sichuan Basin, including Dujiangyan, Pixian, Pengzhou, Shifang, Chongzhou, Qionglai, and Meishan.This herb has the effects of promoting blood circulation, regulating qi, dispelling wind, and relieving pain. It is primarily used to treat chest pain due to chest obstruction, stabbing pain in the chest and flanks, swelling and pain from falls or blows, irregular menstruation, amenorrhea, dysmenorrhea, abdominal pain caused by masses, headaches, and rheumatic arthralgia.
Dong Quai is a blood-nourishing medicinal herb derived from the root of Angelica sinensis (Oliv) Diels, a plant belonging to the genus Angelica in the Apiaceae family. It has the effects of nourishing and invigorating the blood, regulating menstruation and relieving pain, and moistening the intestines to promote bowel movements.It is primarily used to treat blood deficiency with pallor, dizziness and palpitations, irregular menstruation, amenorrhea and dysmenorrhea, abdominal pain due to deficiency-cold, rheumatic arthralgia, trauma from falls or blows, boils, abscesses, and sores, as well as constipation caused by intestinal dryness.
Astragalus is the name of a traditional Chinese medicine. It is the dried root of Astragalus membranaceus (Fisch.) Bge. var. mongholicus (Bge.) Hsiao or Astragalus membranaceus (Fisch.) Bge., plants belonging to the genus Astragalus in the Fabaceae family.It has the effects of tonifying qi and raising yang, consolidating the exterior and stopping sweating, promoting diuresis and reducing edema, generating body fluids and nourishing blood, resolving stagnation and relieving arthralgia, expelling toxins and draining pus, and promoting wound healing and tissue regeneration.It is primarily used to treat qi deficiency with fatigue, poor appetite and loose stools, sinking of central qi, chronic diarrhea with rectal prolapse, bloody stools and metrorrhagia, spontaneous sweating due to exterior deficiency, edema caused by qi deficiency, internal heat with excessive thirst, pallor and weakness due to blood deficiency, hemiplegia, arthralgia and numbness, abscesses and boils that are slow to ulcerate, and chronic ulcers that fail to heal.
China is the native homeland of goji berries (Lycium barbarum). Multiple regions across the country have formed large-scale commercial goji planting bases with unique soil and climate conditions. Each producing area yields goji berries with distinct flavour, appearance and nutritional traits. Below is a detailed overview of Chinaβs major goji berry planting bases. 1. Zhongning ... Read more
Goji berry is a signature treasure from Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region. It can be eaten raw, brewed into herbal tea, added to soups, fermented into wine or cooked in dishes, delivering great flavour together with rich nutrition. Twoβthirds of Chinaβs exported goji berry products originate from Ningxia. As the wellβknown saying goes: βThe world looks ... Read more
Zhongning County, located in Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, is universally hailed as the Hometown of Chinese Goji Berries. This title is not merely a marketing slogan, but a well-earned recognition built on over six hundred years of goji cultivation history, unique natural terroir, and mature industrial development. Since ancient times, Zhongning goji berries were presented ... Read more
Zhongning Goji Berry Industrial Park is located in Zhongning County, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, the globally recognised hometown of goji berries. It is a national-level modern agricultural industrial park built to develop the geographical indication protected Zhongning goji berry industry. The park integrates seedling breeding, standardized planting demonstration, scientific research & innovation, intelligent deep processing, ... Read more
Xizan Ecological Goji Berry Manor sits in Hongliugou core zone of Zhongning, Ningxia, hometown of goji berries. Explore its GAP organic planting, full-chain production, certifications & premium authentic Zhongning goji berries. Core keyword: Xizan Ecological Goji Berry Manor Introduction Xizan Ecological Goji Berry Manor is located in Hongliugou core sub-producing area of Zhongning County, Ningxia ... Read more
Zhongning goji berry (wolfberry) from Ningxia is a protected geographical indication product. Learn about its unique growing environment, quality features, historical heritage and health benefits. Core keyword: Zhongning goji berry Introduction Zhongning, located in Zhongwei, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, is widely known as the Hometown of Chinese Goji Berries. Zhongning goji berry is a nationally ... Read more
Shaya County of Aksu Prefecture lies on the northern margin of the Taklamakan Desert, traversed by the Tarim River, forming a unique desertβoasis ecological zone for licorice cultivation. Largeβscale standardized licorice planting bases are concentrated in Tarim Township and surrounding desertified sandy land, mainly cultivating Glycyrrhiza inflata (inflated licorice) and local redβbark Glycyrrhiza uralensis. Relying ... Read more
Gulang County, Wuwei, located at the southern edge of Tengger Desert, belongs to the core Daodi licorice producing zone listed in the First Batch of Gansu Provincial Daodi Chinese Herbal Catalogue, mainly cultivating Glycyrrhiza uralensis (Ural licorice, local improved variety Wulahong licorice). Concentrated demonstration bases are distributed in Zhitan Town, Haizitan Town, Peijiaying Town and ... Read more
Licorice root offers powerful natural benefits for digestion, adrenal health, cortisol balance, and inflammation relief, but improper long-term use can cause noticeable side effects. As a herbal pharmacist, I see many clients experience avoidable issues simply because they confuse regular licorice with DGL licorice or use full-spectrum licorice non-stop without cycling. Nearly all licorice root … Read more
Licorice root can raise blood pressureβbut only the regular, full-spectrum version. As a herbal pharmacist, this is the number one safety question I get about licorice, and the confusion almost always comes from mixing up regular licorice and DGL licorice. These two forms act completely differently on your blood pressure and electrolyte balance. Disclaimer: This … Read more
Licorice root is one of the most versatile, multi-benefit medicinal herbs used in both Traditional Chinese Medicine and modern Western herbal therapy. As a herbal pharmacist, I often call licorice a βnatural body balancerβ because it doesnβt just treat single symptomsβit repairs, soothes, and regulates multiple systems in your body. Many people only know licorice … Read more
Nestled between the Tengger Desert and Badain Jaran Desert in Hexi Corridor, Minqin County of Gansu Province generates one of Chinaβs most distinguished Daodi medicinal materials β Minqin Licorice. Officially approved as National Geographical Indication Protection Product in 2010 (Announcement No.110 of AQSIQ), it stands out in global herbal markets for distinctive appearance, highβcontent active … Read more
Chronic and acute inflammation are the root triggers of most common human discomforts and chronic conditions, including skin irritation, respiratory issues, digestive inflammation, joint soreness, and hormonal inflammatory reactions. Acute inflammation is the bodyβs short-term defensive response to injury or infection, while low-grade chronic inflammation silently damages tissues, weakens immunity, and accelerates aging. Licorice root … Read more
Herpes simplex virus (HSV) infections, including oral herpes (cold sores) and genital herpes, are characterized by recurrent outbreaks of painful, blistering, itchy lesions triggered by viral reactivation, immune weakness, stress, fatigue, or hormonal fluctuations. Once contracted, the herpes virus remains latent in nerve cells, leading to frequent flare-ups that disrupt daily life and skin health. … Read more
The liver is the bodyβs primary detoxification organ, responsible for filtering toxins, metabolizing hormones, breaking down fats, and eliminating metabolic waste. Chronic stress, alcohol intake, processed diets, medication burden, and inflammation can all cause liver congestion, oxidative damage, and elevated liver enzymes. Licorice root (Glycyrrhiza glabra) is one of the most well-documented hepatoprotective herbs in … Read more
Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune inflammatory skin disorder characterized by rapid, overactive skin cell turnover, persistent red scaly plaques, silvery flaking, intense itching, and dry cracked skin. It is triggered by immune system dysregulation, chronic inflammation, oxidative stress, and genetic predisposition. Conventional psoriasis treatments such as topical steroids, immunosuppressants, and synthetic anti-inflammatory drugs often carry … Read more
Hyperpigmentation is a common skin condition characterized by uneven dark patches, spots, and discoloration caused by excessive melanin production. It appears in various forms, including post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) from acne or wounds, sun spots, melasma, and hormonal dark discoloration. Harsh brightening ingredients like high-concentration vitamin C, alpha hydroxy acids, and hydroquinone often cause skin irritation, … Read more
Acne is one of the most common inflammatory skin disorders, triggered by a combination of excess sebum production, clogged pores, bacterial overgrowth, hormonal fluctuations, oxidative stress, and skin inflammation. Traditional acne treatments such as salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide, and retinoids often cause dryness, irritation, redness, and skin barrier damage. Licorice root (Glycyrrhiza glabra) is a … Read more
