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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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The Menstrual Cycle and I Ching: A Lesson for the End of Autumn.The Menstrual Cycle and I Ching: A Lesson for the End of Autumn.

The Menstrual Cycle and I Ching: A Lesson for t...

Daniella Lavian

From a Chinese Medicine perspective, we also look at these cyclical phases within the movement and shifting of yin and yang. The I Ching or Book of Changes offers us...

The Menstrual Cycle and I Ching: A Lesson for t...

Daniella Lavian

From a Chinese Medicine perspective, we also look at these cyclical phases within the movement and shifting of yin and yang. The I Ching or Book of Changes offers us...

Kuan Yin Apothecary Herbal Corner: Cang Zhu

Herbal Corner: Cang Zhu

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...

Herbal Corner: Cang Zhu

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...

Chinese Medicine Guidelines for Yoni (Vaginal) Health

Chinese Medicine Guidelines for Yoni (Vaginal) ...

Michael Lavian

The Yoni is self-cleaning, that is a fact. However, in a traditional Chinese medicine context when dampness accumulates it can create undesired symptoms that are difficult to deal with. Chinese...

Chinese Medicine Guidelines for Yoni (Vaginal) ...

Michael Lavian

The Yoni is self-cleaning, that is a fact. However, in a traditional Chinese medicine context when dampness accumulates it can create undesired symptoms that are difficult to deal with. Chinese...

Kuan Yin Apothecary Herbal Corner: Qing Hao

Herbal Corner: Qing Hao

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 a...

Herbal Corner: Qing Hao

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 a...

Kuan Yin Apothecary Herbal Corner: Hong Hua

Herbal Corner: Hong Hua

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…

Herbal Corner: Hong Hua

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…

Kuan Yin Apothecary Herbal Corner: Ai Ye

Herbal Corner: Ai Ye

Daniella Lavian

Known as the Mother Herb in the Middle Ages, this herb has been used for centuries to treat gynecological conditions. This herb has a strong warming effect and an affinity...

Herbal Corner: Ai Ye

Daniella Lavian

Known as the Mother Herb in the Middle Ages, this herb has been used for centuries to treat gynecological conditions. This herb has a strong warming effect and an affinity...