by legendaryherbs | Sep 11, 2015 | Herbal Medicine
In my experience, the ability to form good relationships with teachers is one of the most essential elements of studying Chinese medicine. Relationships are incredibly important in Chinese society, and those who learn how to cultivate meaningful relationships with a...
by legendaryherbs | Sep 9, 2015 | Herbal Medicine
Shan Zha, also known as Crataegi Fructus or Chinese hawthorn fruit, is a commonly used herb for dispersing food stagnation. In addition to its traditional actions and indications, Shan Zha is also well-known for its applications in cardiovascular disease. ...
by legendaryherbs | Jul 10, 2015 | Herbal Medicine
In cases of kidney yang deficiency, there are several common base formulas to choose from. While hundreds of formulas for supplementing yang exist, the three most common recipes are Jin Gui Shen Qi Wan (Kidney Qi Pill from the Golden Cabinet), You Gui Wan...
by legendaryherbs | May 24, 2015 | Herbal Medicine
Hou Po (officinal magnolia bark) has been used since ancient times, and a wide variety of processing methods have emerged to maximize its clinical effects. Many different adjuvants have been historically used in the pao zhi of Hou Po, including ginger, dates, honey,...
by legendaryherbs | Mar 11, 2015 | Herbal Medicine
The Case for Mixing Singles In a recent post, I summarized some of the main advantages of whole formulas that have been cooked together to form a granule extract. At present, the use of whole formulas in granule form is particularly widespread in Japan and Taiwan,...
by legendaryherbs | Mar 11, 2015 | Herbal Medicine
There are two major trends in formulation style when it comes to granule extracts. In Taiwan, most practitioners create a granule prescription by using one or more pre-made base formulas that have been decocted together, often with single herb additions. By contrast,...
