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A DIY Guide to Making Chinese Herbal Formulas at Home
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A DIY Guide to Making Chinese Herbal Formulas at Home

Are you a DIY-type? Here’s a hands-on guide that shows you how to make traditional Chinese medicine formulas the old-fashioned way, with bulk herbs...
July 21st, 2025
A TCM Comparison of Ginsengs
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A TCM Comparison of Ginsengs

Not all ginsengs are created equal. From fiery Ren Shen to cooling American ginseng and adaptogenic Eleuthero, to blood-moving San Qi, learn how TCM...
June 11th, 2025
Yin Deficiency in TCM: The Reason You Feel Like You’re Running on Empty
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Yin Deficiency in TCM: The Reason You Feel Like You’re Running on Empty

Yin Deficiency is one of the most common imbalances in today’s fast-paced world. Learn what it is, how it manifests in the body, and...
May 21st, 2025
Atractylodes: The Attractive TCM Herb That May Help You Go #2
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Atractylodes: The Attractive TCM Herb That May Help You Go #2

Atractylodes (Bai Zhu) has been used for centuries in TCM to strengthen digestion. A new study suggests it may do more than that for...
May 9th, 2025
Shan Yao in TCM: Move Over Sweet Potatoes: The Real Yam That Supports Healthy Aging
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Shan Yao in TCM: Move Over Sweet Potatoes: The Real Yam That Supports Healthy Aging

The real yam—Shan Yao (Chinese Yam)—has been revered in Traditional Chinese Medicine for centuries as a powerful herb for digestion, energy, and anti-aging. Find...
March 21st, 2025
10 Signs You Have Spleen Qi Deficiency—And How to Restore Your Energy
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10 Signs You Have Spleen Qi Deficiency—And How to Restore Your Energy

Feeling drained, bloated, or unfocused? Spleen Qi Deficiency could be to blame. Discover 10 key signs and how to restore your energy with time-tested...
February 28th, 2025
Bone Marrow in TCM: The Essence of Vitality and Longevity
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Bone Marrow in TCM: The Essence of Vitality and Longevity

The soft, spongy stuff in your 206 bones—bone marrow—lies at the core of strength, longevity, cognitive health and every aspect of living well into...
February 21st, 2025
Gaofang: TCM’s Thousand-Year-Old Winter Superfood
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Gaofang: TCM’s Thousand-Year-Old Winter Superfood

Gaofang is an ancient herbal paste from Traditional Chinese Medicine, perfect for winter wellness. Packed with nourishing ingredients, gaofang supports immunity, balances energy, and...
January 20th, 2025
Meet The “Beetles!”: Ground Beetle (Tu Bie Chong) in TCM
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Meet The “Beetles!”: Ground Beetle (Tu Bie Chong) in TCM

TCM formulas mostly contain herbs. But one ingredient stands out from the rest: ground beetle (Tu Bie Chong). Don’t be creeped out; it’s prized...
December 10th, 2024
Shen Qu: A Medicated Leaven That’s Good For The Gut
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Shen Qu: A Medicated Leaven That’s Good For The Gut

A leavening agent like yeast makes bread rise. That’s typically bad news for gut health, except when it’s medicated leaven (Shen Qu) in TCM. ...
December 2nd, 2024
Alcohol in TCM: The Surprising Benefits of Booze
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Alcohol in TCM: The Surprising Benefits of Booze

Obviously, heavy alcohol consumption is harmful to one’s health. However, according to TCM, moderate consumption may have some surprising benefits. ...
November 21st, 2024
Ji Nei Jin: This Curious TCM Ingredient Tastes Like Chicken, Because It Is (Chicken Gizzard Skin)
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Ji Nei Jin: This Curious TCM Ingredient Tastes Like Chicken, Because It Is (Chicken Gizzard Skin)

Chicken gizzards aren’t just a delicacy worldwide, including the Deep South of the US. They also happen to be a popular Chinese medicine ingredient....
October 1st, 2024
Sugar in TCM: A Spoonful of Sugar Makes The Chinese Medicine Go Down 
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Sugar in TCM: A Spoonful of Sugar Makes The Chinese Medicine Go Down 

In China, sugar isn’t considered a harmful substance. In fact, it’s got some upsides, including acting as a medicinal treat. Explore how TCM views...
September 20th, 2024
Try These 2 TCM Anti-Aging Hacks: Support Lymph Drainage and Blood Circulation
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Try These 2 TCM Anti-Aging Hacks: Support Lymph Drainage and Blood Circulation

Do you want to increase your chances of living a longer, more active life — but not want to put in the hard work?...
September 11th, 2024
What Do Your Dreams Mean According To Traditional Chinese Medicine?
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What Do Your Dreams Mean According To Traditional Chinese Medicine?

Being chased, falling, losing teeth, flying, showing up for a test naked…are these dreams random, or do they say something about our health? Here’s...
August 29th, 2024
A Scorching Heat Wave: Damp Heat, Phlegm & Fire In TCM
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A Scorching Heat Wave: Damp Heat, Phlegm & Fire In TCM

Damp Heat, Phlegm, and Fire are three key imbalances that can disrupt your health. Discover how each condition affects your body and explore effective...
August 21st, 2024
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The 5 Cardinal Functions in Traditional Chinese Medicine

The 5 cardinal functions of TCM are integral to maintaining health and understanding disease processes. Understanding how they integrate with 5 Element Theory provides...
August 8th, 2024
Sheng Mai Yin: The Best Qi-Replenishing Summer Drink 
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Sheng Mai Yin: The Best Qi-Replenishing Summer Drink 

Excessive sweating zaps your life force and depletes your Blood. Sheng Mai Yin is like TCM Gatorade. A drink you can make at home...
July 9th, 2024
Cistanche in TCM: The Vitality-Boosting Miracle of “Desert Ginseng”
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Cistanche in TCM: The Vitality-Boosting Miracle of “Desert Ginseng”

Cistanche, known as Rou Cong Rong in TCM, survives in some of the most inhospitable landscapes. Its resilience in nature explains why it’s used...
June 28th, 2024
TCM For Mood: How Chinese Herbs Resolve Disturbed “Shen”
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TCM For Mood: How Chinese Herbs Resolve Disturbed “Shen”

There’s no substitute for pharmacological interventions if you have a diagnosed mood disorder, however, TCM can play an effective complementary role. Here’s how. ...
June 20th, 2024