Classical Formula Guides
Explore classical formulas, traditional functions, ingredient combinations and formula comparisons.
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Explore traditional Chinese medicine through classical formulas, medicinal herbs, health topics and practical wellness education.
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Chinese Medicinal Herbs
Learn about traditional properties, functions, herb identification and formula combinations.
Health Conditions & TCM
Understand how traditional Chinese medicine describes common health concerns and related patterns.
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Formula
Xiao Yao San
A Song-dynasty classic traditionally used to soothe Liver Qi stagnation — explore its herbs, functions and how TCM relates it to stress, mood and the monthly cycle.
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Herb
Huang Qi (Astragalus Root)
One of the best-known Qi tonics in Chinese medicine — its traditional properties, functions, identification and the classical formulas it appears in.
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Condition
Insomnia
How TCM understands poor sleep through different patterns, the classical formulas traditionally associated with each, and daily care that supports rest.
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Reading paths that cross categories — follow them in order to connect the ideas.
Health Conditions & TCM
Understanding TCM Patterns
How TCM reads a health concern: start with two core patterns, then see common conditions divide into different patterns.
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Classical Formula Guides
Comparing Classical Formulas
Follow two formula families side by side — the Gui Zhi and Chai Hu formulas, then the Qi tonics — and see how one formula is adapted into the next.
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Chinese Herbs Guide
Exploring Medicinal Herb Combinations
Read the classic Qi-tonifying herbs one by one, then see how they combine in Si Jun Zi Tang.
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TCM Wellness & Daily Living
TCM Constitutions & Everyday Wellness
From Qi, Yin-Yang and the Five Elements to the nine constitutions and everyday food care.
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Go Beyond Articles
Explore the connections between health conditions, TCM patterns, classical formulas and Chinese medicinal herbs.
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