草藥 Common Herbal Remedies
Educational overview of commonly discussed herbs in TCM: properties, traditional uses, and cautions. This page does not prescribe treatment.
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Ginger (生薑)
Uses: Warming, improves digestion, relieves nausea, warms meridians
Preparation (learning): Fresh ginger tea: slice 3-5 pieces, steep in hot water 5-10 minutes
Caution: Avoid in high fever or Yin deficiency
Goji Berry (枸杞)
Uses: Tonifies Kidney and Liver, nourishes Blood, improves vision
Preparation (learning): Add 10-15 berries to tea, soup, or eat as snack
Caution: Avoid in Spleen Yang deficiency with loose stools
Red Dates (紅棗)
Uses: Tonifies Qi and Blood, calms Shen, strengthens Spleen
Preparation (learning): Add 3-5 dates to soups or tea, or eat as snack
Caution: Avoid in Damp-Heat or Phlegm-Dampness conditions
Turmeric (薑黃)
Uses: Moves Blood, reduces inflammation, supports Liver
Preparation (learning): Golden milk: mix 1/4 tsp turmeric with warm milk and honey
Caution: Avoid in pregnancy or with blood-thinning medications
Chrysanthemum (菊花)
Uses: Cools Liver Heat, clears eyes, reduces inflammation
Preparation (learning): Steep 5-7 flowers in hot water 5-10 minutes
Caution: Avoid in Spleen Yang deficiency
Licorice Root (甘草)
Uses: Tonifies Qi, harmonizes other herbs, soothes digestion
Preparation (learning): Add small piece to herbal tea or soup
Caution: Avoid in high blood pressure or excess sodium intake
Astragalus (黃耆)
Uses: Tonifies Qi, strengthens immunity, supports Spleen
Preparation (learning): Add 3-5 slices to soups or broths during cooking
Caution: Avoid in acute infections or exterior conditions
Reishi Mushroom (靈芝)
Uses: Calms Shen, improves sleep, supports immunity
Preparation (learning): Simmer 1-2 pieces in water 20-30 minutes
Caution: Avoid in early pregnancy