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Chinese herbs can often be complex and challenging to interpret without a background in Chinese Medicine. That's why our blog was created. Consider it your go-to resource, providing evidence-based insights into herb composition and their impact on the body. Additionally, we share blogs focused on various aspects of Chinese Medicine philosophy. If you're eager to explore further, you've come to the perfect spot. 

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Kuan Yin Apothecary Herbal Corner: Jin Yin Hua

Herbal Corner: Jin Yin Hua

Daniella Lavian

Jin Yin Hua | Flos Lonicerae | Honeysuckle Flower Properties: sweet, cold Channels: Large intestine, lung, stomach  Jin Yin Hua, is best known for its ability to clear heat and...

Herbal Corner: Jin Yin Hua

Daniella Lavian

Jin Yin Hua | Flos Lonicerae | Honeysuckle Flower Properties: sweet, cold Channels: Large intestine, lung, stomach  Jin Yin Hua, is best known for its ability to clear heat and...

Kuan Yin Apothecary Herbal Corner: Qu Mai

Herbal Corner: Qu Mai

Daniella Lavian

Qu Mai | Herba Dianthi | Dianthus  Properties: bitter, cold  Channels: Bladder, Heart, Small intestine Qu Mai drains damp heat from urinary bladder, promotes urination and unblocks painful urinary dysfunction,...

Herbal Corner: Qu Mai

Daniella Lavian

Qu Mai | Herba Dianthi | Dianthus  Properties: bitter, cold  Channels: Bladder, Heart, Small intestine Qu Mai drains damp heat from urinary bladder, promotes urination and unblocks painful urinary dysfunction,...

Kuan Yin Apothecary Herbal Corner: Da Huang

Herbal Corner: Da Huang

Michael Lavian

Da Huang |Radix et Rhizoma Rhei | Rhubarb root Properties: Bitter, cold  Channels entered: heart, large intestine, liver, stomach, and spleen Da Huang is a purgative and acts as a...

Herbal Corner: Da Huang

Michael Lavian

Da Huang |Radix et Rhizoma Rhei | Rhubarb root Properties: Bitter, cold  Channels entered: heart, large intestine, liver, stomach, and spleen Da Huang is a purgative and acts as a...

Kuan Yin Apothecary Herbal Corner: Chi Shao

Herbal Corner: Chi Shao

Daniella Lavian

Chi Shao | Radix Paeoniae Rubra | Red Peony Root  Properties: sour, bitter, slightly cold Channels entered: liver, spleen (heart)  Chi Shao invigorates the blood, dispels blood stasis, relieves pain,...

Herbal Corner: Chi Shao

Daniella Lavian

Chi Shao | Radix Paeoniae Rubra | Red Peony Root  Properties: sour, bitter, slightly cold Channels entered: liver, spleen (heart)  Chi Shao invigorates the blood, dispels blood stasis, relieves pain,...

Kuan Yin Apothecary Herbal Corner: Yi Yi Ren

Herbal Corner: Yi Yi Ren

Daniella Lavian

Yi Yi Ren | Semen Coicis | Job’s Tears Seed  Properties: sweet, bland, slightly cold Channels entered: spleen, stomach, lung, kidney (large intestine)  Yi Yi Ren is found in the...

Herbal Corner: Yi Yi Ren

Daniella Lavian

Yi Yi Ren | Semen Coicis | Job’s Tears Seed  Properties: sweet, bland, slightly cold Channels entered: spleen, stomach, lung, kidney (large intestine)  Yi Yi Ren is found in the...

Kuan Yin Apothecary Herbal Corner: Ze Lan

Herbal Corner: Ze Lan

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...

Herbal Corner: Ze Lan

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...