What is Qi? Understanding the Vital Energy That Powers Your Body
At 29, a TCM doctor told me ‘Your Qi is very weak … Read more
The Five Elements in TCM: How Wood Fire Earth Metal Water Shape Health
The first time a TCM practitioner asked ‘Are you … Read more
Understanding Yin and Yang: The Foundation of Traditional Chinese Medicine
I still remember the moment my grandmother said ‘ … Read more
Citrus Rind (化橘红): The Warming Treasure Your Grandmother Swore By
I still remember the first time I encountered Citrus Ri … Read more
Asparagus Root (天冬): What Modern Research Tells Us
There’s something about Asparagus Root that most … Read more
Ophiopogon (麦冬): Why TCM Practitioners Actually Prescribe It
There’s something about Ophiopogon that most West … Read more
Rehmannia Root (地黄): What Modern Research Tells Us
The first time I used 地黄 seriously, I got it completely … Read more
Eucommia Leaf (杜仲叶): Why TCM Practitioners Actually Prescribe It
I didn’t understand why my Chinese colleagues kep … Read more
Gastrodia (天麻): The Hidden Secret in Your Kitchen
There’s something about Gastrodia that most Weste … Read more
Cornus (山茱萸): How to Use It Without Making Mistakes
The first time I used 山茱萸 seriously, I got it completel … Read more