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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. 

Blog Posts

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...

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.

Menstrual Cycle & I Ching: TCM Insights for the...

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...

Menstrual Cycle & I Ching: TCM Insights for the...

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

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...

Chinese Medicine Guidelines for Yoni (Vaginal) Health

Yoni Health & TCM: Natural Guidelines for Vagin...

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....

Yoni Health & TCM: Natural Guidelines for Vagin...

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....

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...