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Insights rooted in Chinese Medicine

Our blog is a space to explore Chinese Medicine in a more accessible and thoughtful way.

In our general posts, you will find perspectives on Chinese Medicine philosophy, offering a deeper understanding of the principles that guide our formulations and approach to care.

In Herbal Corner, we share insights on individual herbs, formulation strategy, and ingredient function to support a more informed understanding of herbal care.

Herbal Corner

Kuan Yin Apothecary Herbal Corner: Ze Lan

Ze Lan (Bugleweed): TCM Herb for Yoni Steam & F...

Daniella Lavian

Ze Lan, as mentioned enters the spleen and liver channels, its aroma has a soothing effect on the heart, helping to calm the emotions. This happens through the opening of...

Ze Lan (Bugleweed): TCM Herb for Yoni Steam & F...

Daniella Lavian

Ze Lan, as mentioned enters the spleen and liver channels, its aroma has a soothing effect on the heart, helping to calm the emotions. This happens through the opening of...

Kuan Yin Apothecary Herbal Corner: Zi Hua Di Ding

Zi Hua Di Ding (Violet) in Yoni Wash Yellow for...

Daniella Lavian

A study from 2010, demonstrated that this herb has potent bactericidal activity against gram-negative bacteria. This translates into the indications we see in Chinese Medicine of zi hua di ding’s...

Zi Hua Di Ding (Violet) in Yoni Wash Yellow for...

Daniella Lavian

A study from 2010, demonstrated that this herb has potent bactericidal activity against gram-negative bacteria. This translates into the indications we see in Chinese Medicine of zi hua di ding’s...

Kuan Yin Apothecary Herbal Corner: Bai Dou Kou

Bai Dou Kou (Cardamom): TCM Herb for Yoni Healt...

Daniella Lavian

The aroma of Bai Dou Kou mobilizes stagnant qi within the San Jiao. In Chinese medicine the San Jiao is also called the triple burner, it is considered a mysterious...

Bai Dou Kou (Cardamom): TCM Herb for Yoni Healt...

Daniella Lavian

The aroma of Bai Dou Kou mobilizes stagnant qi within the San Jiao. In Chinese medicine the San Jiao is also called the triple burner, it is considered a mysterious...

Kuan Yin Apothecary Herbal Corner: Cang Zhu

Cang Zhu (Atractylodis): TCM Herb to Soothe & S...

Daniella Lavian

In a study over 200 chemical compounds have been isolated in this herb, notably sesquiterpenoids and alkynes. Sesquiterpenoids have an antimicrobial function. In addition to the anti-inflammatory response, sesquiterpene lactones...

Cang Zhu (Atractylodis): TCM Herb to Soothe & S...

Daniella Lavian

In a study over 200 chemical compounds have been isolated in this herb, notably sesquiterpenoids and alkynes. Sesquiterpenoids have an antimicrobial function. In addition to the anti-inflammatory response, sesquiterpene lactones...

Kuan Yin Apothecary Herbal Corner: Qing Hao

Qing Hao (Sweet Wormwood): TCM Herb for Heat Re...

Daniella Lavian

  Qing Hao is known for its ability to clear all types of yin-level heat without injuring the qi, blood, or yin. This herb is well known in China as...

Qing Hao (Sweet Wormwood): TCM Herb for Heat Re...

Daniella Lavian

  Qing Hao is known for its ability to clear all types of yin-level heat without injuring the qi, blood, or yin. This herb is well known in China as...

Hong Hua (Safflower): TCM Herb for Blood Support & Skin Wellness

Hong Hua (Safflower): TCM Herb for Blood Suppor...

Daniella Lavian

There are many active constituents in this herb, some of which include Carthaginian, Carthamidin, fatty acids, and flavonoids. The main bioactive compound in this herb, hydroxysafflor yellow A, which…

Hong Hua (Safflower): TCM Herb for Blood Suppor...

Daniella Lavian

There are many active constituents in this herb, some of which include Carthaginian, Carthamidin, fatty acids, and flavonoids. The main bioactive compound in this herb, hydroxysafflor yellow A, which…