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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: Hong Hua

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…

Kuan Yin Apothecary Herbal Corner: Ai Ye

Ai Ye (Mugwort): TCM Herb for Warming Yoni Care...

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...

Ai Ye (Mugwort): TCM Herb for Warming Yoni Care...

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...

Kuan Yin Apothecary Herbal Corner: Shi Gao

Shi Gao (Selenite): TCM Herb for Cooling & Soot...

Daniella Lavian

Shi Gao is best known for its ability to clear heat and drain fire. Commentary on the Divine Husbandman’s Classic of Materia Medica: “The acrid flavor of Gypsum fibrosum (shi...

Shi Gao (Selenite): TCM Herb for Cooling & Soot...

Daniella Lavian

Shi Gao is best known for its ability to clear heat and drain fire. Commentary on the Divine Husbandman’s Classic of Materia Medica: “The acrid flavor of Gypsum fibrosum (shi...

Kuan Yin Apothecary Skin Conditions in TCM, Acne TCM

Skin Health & TCM: What Your Skin Reveals About...

Daniella Lavian

  If you have ever gone to a Chinese Medicine doctor, we always ask our patients about their bowel movements. This is especially important when a patient comes in with...

Skin Health & TCM: What Your Skin Reveals About...

Daniella Lavian

  If you have ever gone to a Chinese Medicine doctor, we always ask our patients about their bowel movements. This is especially important when a patient comes in with...

Kuan Yin Apothecary Seasonal Shifts & Yoni Care

Seasonal Yoni Care: TCM Tips for Balance & Well...

Daniella Lavian

According to the classic Chinese Medicine texts, each season along with the energies of what we call yin and yang are the blueprint to life. We look at each season...

Seasonal Yoni Care: TCM Tips for Balance & Well...

Daniella Lavian

According to the classic Chinese Medicine texts, each season along with the energies of what we call yin and yang are the blueprint to life. We look at each season...

A Dui Yao herb pair you must learn, found in our Meno-Wash ™

Tian Ma Dong & Mai Men Dong: TCM Herbs to Tonif...

Michael Lavian

Tian Ma Dong (Radix Asparagi – Asparagus Root) and Mai Men Dong (Radix Ophiopogonis) are two Chinese medicinal herbs that are classified in the category tonify yin.

Tian Ma Dong & Mai Men Dong: TCM Herbs to Tonif...

Michael Lavian

Tian Ma Dong (Radix Asparagi – Asparagus Root) and Mai Men Dong (Radix Ophiopogonis) are two Chinese medicinal herbs that are classified in the category tonify yin.