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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: Qu Mai

Qu Mai (Dianthus): TCM Herb for Yoni Harmony & ...

Daniella Lavian

Approximately 194 chemical compounds have been identified and isolated from Dianthi herba [Qu Mai], the most important being triterpenoid saponins, flavonoids, and volatile oil compounds. These compounds possess antiviral, anticancer,...

Qu Mai (Dianthus): TCM Herb for Yoni Harmony & ...

Daniella Lavian

Approximately 194 chemical compounds have been identified and isolated from Dianthi herba [Qu Mai], the most important being triterpenoid saponins, flavonoids, and volatile oil compounds. These compounds possess antiviral, anticancer,...

Kuan Yin Apothecary Herbal Corner: Da Huang

Da Huang (Rhubarb Root): TCM Herb for Clear, Ba...

Michael Lavian

Da Huang is a purgative and acts as a downward-draining herb. Da Huang has many actions, when it comes to its use and function for skin conditions it can have...

Da Huang (Rhubarb Root): TCM Herb for Clear, Ba...

Michael Lavian

Da Huang is a purgative and acts as a downward-draining herb. Da Huang has many actions, when it comes to its use and function for skin conditions it can have...

Kuan Yin Apothecary Herbal Corner: Chi Shao

Chi Shao (Red Peony Root): TCM Herb for Skin He...

Daniella Lavian

Chi Shao comes from the red peony root, which helps to denote its affinity with the blood and the channels its works with as previously discussed are directly related with...

Chi Shao (Red Peony Root): TCM Herb for Skin He...

Daniella Lavian

Chi Shao comes from the red peony root, which helps to denote its affinity with the blood and the channels its works with as previously discussed are directly related with...

Kuan Yin Apothecary Herbal Corner: Yi Yi Ren

Yi Yi Ren (Job’s Tears): TCM Herb for Balanced,...

Daniella Lavian

This herb has several active constituents that help the skin through topical application. Studies have isolated over 80 compounds in yi yi ren, some of which include fatty acids, esters,...

Yi Yi Ren (Job’s Tears): TCM Herb for Balanced,...

Daniella Lavian

This herb has several active constituents that help the skin through topical application. Studies have isolated over 80 compounds in yi yi ren, some of which include fatty acids, esters,...

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...

The Winter Solstice: A Time for Reflection and Added Yoni Support

Winter Solstice & Yoni Care: TCM Tips for Seaso...

Daniella Lavian

The winter solstice brings the shortest day of the year, encouraging us to look inward and reflect. Ancient Chinese texts offer guidance on how to live in harmony with the...

Winter Solstice & Yoni Care: TCM Tips for Seaso...

Daniella Lavian

The winter solstice brings the shortest day of the year, encouraging us to look inward and reflect. Ancient Chinese texts offer guidance on how to live in harmony with the...