Herbal strength

Has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects, suitable for acne-prone skin, and can reduce the redness and inflammation of acne.

Recommended Combinations

When paired with honey or lemon, it has antibacterial effects and cleans the skin.

Usage Contraindications

Those with allergic constitutions should use with caution, and tea tree essential oil should not be consumed directly.

Toxicity

None

Suitable Season

Suitable for all seasons due to its stimulating and refreshing effects, as well as its digestion-aiding actions. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Rich in vitamin B and dietary fiber, which can control sebum secretion and clean pores.**

Recommended Combinations

When paired with honey or cucumber, it cleans the skin and removes dead skin cells.

Usage Contraindications

Generally, there are no special contraindications, but those with a cold constitution should consume in moderation.

Toxicity

None

Suitable Season

Best consumed in summer for its heat-clearing and detoxifying effects, as well as its diuretic and swelling-reducing properties. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Contains various antibacterial and anti-inflammatory components that can alleviate skin sensitivity and acne problems.

Recommended Combinations

When paired with honey or green tea, it has the effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, and beautifying the skin.

Usage Contraindications

Generally, there are no special contraindications, but those with allergic constitutions should use with caution.

Toxicity

None

Suitable Season

Suitable for all seasons for its heat-clearing and detoxifying effects, as well as its liver-calming and eye-brightening properties. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Has a weight loss effect, significantly improves glucose tolerance, promotes fat burning, and reduces fat synthesis.

Recommended Combinations

When paired with Cassia tora, it can exert the effects of clearing heat and purging fire, and lowering blood pressure.

Usage Contraindications

Those with a cold stomach should use with caution.

Toxicity

None

Suitable Season

Used as needed, typically for real heat symptoms, with no distinct seasonal preference. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effects, which can soothe and repair the skin, reduce pain and itching.

Recommended Combinations

When paired with roses or chamomile, it helps soothe the skin, reduce wrinkles, and enhance skin luster; when paired with honey or lemon slices, it can soothe emotions and improve sleep quality.

Usage Contraindications

Pregnant women, asthmatics, and those with allergic constitutions should use with caution.

Toxicity

None

Suitable Season

Best consumed in summer for its nerve-soothing and sleep-improving effects. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Helps inhibit the growth and development of acne.

Recommended Combinations

When paired with licorice or honey, it has the effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, and improving skin problems.

Usage Contraindications

Those with a cold stomach and loose stools, as well as pregnant women, should avoid it.

Toxicity

None

Suitable Season

Best consumed in summer for its heat-clearing and dampness-drying effects, as well as its worm-killing properties. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Can protect heart health, lower serum cholesterol, stabilize blood pressure, and improve glucose tolerance.

Recommended Combinations

Flaxseed: When paired with basil or thyme, it can lower blood pressure and blood lipids while providing essential Omega-3 fatty acids.

Usage Contraindications

Pregnant women, individuals with a tendency to bleed, and those taking anticoagulant medications should use with caution.

Toxicity

None

Suitable Season

Suitable for all seasons due to its blood lipid-lowering and digestion-improving effects. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Continuous use of black cumin seed extract (black cumin seed oil) for 2-3 months can produce significant blood pressure-lowering effects, and has digestive aid, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant effects.

Recommended Combinations

Black cumin seed: When paired with flaxseed or garlic, it helps regulate blood pressure and lower blood lipids.

Usage Contraindications

Pregnant women and those with bleeding disorders should use with caution.

Toxicity

None

Suitable Season

Best consumed in summer for its digestion-aiding and anti-inflammatory effects. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Has blood pressure-lowering, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory effects.

Recommended Combinations

When paired with flaxseed or parsley, it helps lower blood pressure and blood lipids.

Usage Contraindications

Similar to parsley, those with allergic constitutions should use with caution, and it may affect blood pressure, so those with low blood pressure should be aware.

Toxicity

None

Suitable Season

Best consumed in summer. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Has diuretic, blood pressure-lowering, and antioxidant effects.

Recommended Combinations

When paired with celery seeds, it has diuretic, blood pressure-lowering, and lipid-lowering effects.

Usage Contraindications

Generally, there are no special contraindications, but those with allergic constitutions should use with caution.

Toxicity

None

Suitable Season

Best consumed in summer for its heat-clearing and dampness-reducing effects, as well as its blood pressure-lowering properties. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Has anti-aging and antioxidant effects, which can reduce skin dryness and fine lines.

Recommended Combinations

When paired with ginseng for drinking, it can enhance physical strength, improve antioxidant capacity, help delay skin aging, and maintain skin vitality.

Usage Contraindications

Pregnant women, nursing mothers, and those using antidepressants should use with caution.

Toxicity

None, high doses may cause side effects such as insomnia and heart palpitations.

Suitable Season

Suitable for all seasons due to its fatigue-reducing and body adaptability-improving effects. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Promotes digestion, strengthens the spleen, and stimulates the appetite, relieves postpartum swelling.

Recommended Combinations

When paired with hawthorn or Cassia tora, it helps promote digestion, accelerate fat breakdown, and achieve weight loss effects.

Usage Contraindications

Generally, there are no special contraindications, but those allergic to malt should avoid it.

Toxicity

None

Suitable Season

Best consumed in spring for its liver-soothing and depression-relieving effects, as well as its spleen-strengthening and digestion-improving actions. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Has antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, blood pressure-lowering, and antioxidant effects.**

Recommended Combinations

Garlic: When paired with ginger or hawthorn, it has the effects of lowering blood pressure and blood lipids.

Usage Contraindications

Patients with gastric ulcers, gastritis, and duodenal ulcers should use with caution.

Toxicity

None

Suitable Season

Best consumed in winter for its middle-warming and cold-dispersing effects, as well as its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Has antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, promotes digestion, and improves cardiovascular function.

Recommended Combinations

When paired with hawthorn or Cassia tora, it can exert the effects of lowering blood pressure and blood lipids.

Usage Contraindications

Pregnant women and those with a history of high blood pressure should use with caution.

Toxicity

None

Suitable Season

Best consumed in winter for its body-warming effects. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

A natural antioxidant and calcium channel blocker, it helps relax your blood vessels, lower blood pressure, and prevent calcium from entering places it doesn’t belong.

Recommended Combinations

When paired with flaxseed or ginger, it helps lower blood pressure and blood lipids while promoting digestion.

Usage Contraindications

Generally, there are no special contraindications, but those with allergic constitutions should use with caution.

Toxicity

None

Suitable Season

Best consumed in summer for its heat-clearing and summerheat-relieving effects, as well as its relieving effects on gastrointestinal discomfort. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Helps improve skin elasticity and firmness, reducing dryness and laxity of the skin.

Recommended Combinations

When paired with honey or lemon, it can act as an antioxidant and promote skin health.

Usage Contraindications

Pregnant women and those with allergic constitutions should use with caution.

Toxicity

None

Suitable Season

Commonly used during colds or indigestion, with no distinct seasonal preference. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Improves cerebral blood flow, has antioxidant and anti-aging effects.

Recommended Combinations

When paired with Danshen, it helps improve blood circulation, lower blood pressure, and blood lipids.

Usage Contraindications

Individuals with bleeding disorders or taking anticoagulant medications should use with caution.

Toxicity

Yes, excessive use may cause seizures or other side effects.

Suitable Season

Suitable for all seasons due to its brain blood flow improvement and antioxidant effects. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Can constrict pores, remove impurities from the skin, and also help reduce inflammation and swelling.

Recommended Combinations

When paired with green tea or licorice, it has the effects of astringing pores, anti-inflammation, and promoting skin regeneration.

Usage Contraindications

Generally, there are no special contraindications, but those with allergic constitutions should use with caution.

Toxicity

None, pay attention to dosage when taking internally.

Suitable Season

Best consumed in winter for its astringent, anti-inflammatory, and sedative effects. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Helps improve oily skin and acne problems, and also has functions of tightening skin and promoting blood circulation; it has certain effects on antioxidation, improving digestion, and enhancing memory.

Recommended Combinations

When paired with honey, it can act as an antioxidant, promote blood circulation, and improve skin health; when paired with lemon or honey, it can refresh and enhance memory.

Usage Contraindications

Pregnant women, individuals with high blood pressure, and those with epilepsy should avoid using it.

Toxicity

None

Suitable Season

Best consumed in winter for its lung-warming and cough-relieving effects, as well as its stimulating and refreshing properties. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Has the effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, moistening the intestines, and promoting bowel movements.

Recommended Combinations

Can be paired with honey

Usage Contraindications

Pregnant women, those with a cold constitution, and those with kidney diseases should use with caution.

Toxicity

Yes, internal use may lead to diarrhea and kidney issues; professional guidance should be followed.

Suitable Season

Used as needed for its heat-clearing and detoxifying effects, as well as its moistening and bowel-regularizing actions. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Has a certain effect on improving forgetfulness, frequent dreaming, and insomnia.

Recommended Combinations

When paired with ginseng or Poria, it can enhance intelligence, calm the spirit, and improve memory.

Usage Contraindications

Those with internal heat, irritability, and insomnia should use it with caution.

Toxicity

None

Suitable Season

Best consumed in spring due to its calming effects, enhancing intelligence, removing phlegm, and opening the orifices. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Significantly reduces triglyceride levels, suitable for elderly patients with hyperlipidemia of various types; pregnant women and those without blood stasis or heat in the blood should not use it.

Recommended Combinations

Cyperi Rhizoma: When paired with Alisma or Cassia tora, it has the effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, and lowering blood pressure and blood lipids.

Usage Contraindications

Due to the lack of widely recognized English names and detailed medicinal information, it is recommended to use it under the guidance of professional medical personnel.

Toxicity

It is recommended to use under the guidance of a professional healthcare provider.

Suitable Season

Insufficient information; it is recommended to use under the guidance of a professional healthcare provider. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Reduces cholesterol and triglycerides, nourishes the liver and kidneys, clears heat and brightens the eyes.

Recommended Combinations

Hemerocallis fulva, goji berries, Angelica sinensis, etc.

Usage Contraindications

Individuals with a deficient and cold spleen and stomach, drug allergies, low blood pressure, yang deficiency with external cold, kidney deficiency with spermatorrhea, etc., should not consume it with spicy, irritating foods, or cold foods.

Toxicity

None.

Suitable Season

Best consumed in winter due to its nourishing effects on the liver and kidneys, improving eyesight, and darkening hair. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Relieves depression and calms the spirit, promotes blood circulation and reduces swelling.

Recommended Combinations

Can be paired with Ziziphus jujuba var. spinosa

Usage Contraindications

Pregnant women and those with a tendency to bleed should use it with caution, as it may affect the nervous system and has blood-activating effects.

Toxicity

Yes, it may have a sedative effect, so it should be used in moderation.

Suitable Season

Suitable for consumption in all seasons due to its calming effects, relieving depression, promoting blood circulation, and reducing swelling. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Promotes blood circulation and regulates menstruation, diuresis and reduces swelling, clears heat and detoxifies.

Recommended Combinations

Goji berries, jujube dates, prepared Rehmannia root, Paeonia lactiflora Pallida Bunge

Usage Contraindications

Pregnant women and those with heavy menstruation should avoid using it because of its menstrual regulation effects.

Toxicity

None

Suitable Season

Best consumed in summer due to its effects of regulating menstruation, relieving pain, promoting diuresis, and reducing swelling. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Promotes blood circulation and replenishes blood, regulates menstruation and relieves pain, soothes muscles and activates collaterals.

Recommended Combinations

Angelica sinensis, prepared Rehmannia root, Carthamus tinctorius, Honeysuckle flower, etc.

Usage Contraindications

Pregnant women and individuals with a tendency to bleed should use it with caution, as it may have anticoagulant properties.

Toxicity

None

Suitable Season

Suitable for consumption in all seasons due to its effects of promoting blood circulation, resolving blood stasis, and strengthening bones and tendons. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Has the effects of promoting blood circulation, resolving blood stasis, relieving menstrual pain, and antioxidant activities.

Recommended Combinations

When paired with ginger or hawthorn, it has the effect of lowering blood pressure and blood lipids.

Usage Contraindications

Pregnant women and those with heavy menstruation should avoid using it due to its blood-activating effects.

Toxicity

None

Suitable Season

Best consumed in winter due to its effects of promoting blood circulation, resolving blood stasis, and warming the meridians to relieve pain. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Clear heat and detoxify, reduce swelling, and treat wind-heat colds.

Recommended Combinations

With Fritillaria, honeysuckle, gardenia, and lemon, etc.

Usage Contraindications

Toxicity

None

Suitable Season

Best consumed in spring due to its heat-clearing and detoxifying effects, and swelling-reducing properties. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Open the orifices, awaken the spirit, clear heat, and relieve pain.

Recommended Combinations

Can be paired with musk.

Usage Contraindications

Those with wind-cold and kidney deficiency should use with caution.

Toxicity

None

Suitable Season

Used as needed, usually for heat stroke and unconsciousness, without a clear seasonal preference. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Nourish yin, replenish blood, benefit essence, and fill marrow.

Recommended Combinations

With Angelica sinensis, Cornus officinalis, Chinese yam, goji berries, and Paeonia lactiflora Pallida Bunge, etc.

Usage Contraindications

Those with weak spleen and stomach, stagnation, and phlegm accumulation should avoid it.

Toxicity

None

Suitable Season

Best consumed in autumn and winter due to its yin-nourishing and blood-replenishing effects, and benefit to essence and marrow. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Relieve phlegm, cough, and swelling.

Recommended Combinations

Can be paired with Perilla frutescens.

Usage Contraindications

Patients with peptic ulcers and gastritis should use with caution as it may irritate the gastric mucosa.

Toxicity

Toxic, excessive intake may cause adverse reactions.

Suitable Season

Best consumed in spring due to its phlegm-relieving and swelling-reducing effects. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Regulate thyroid function, promote metabolism, and aid in weight loss and detoxification.

Recommended Combinations

When paired with adzuki bean or Poria, it can promote intestinal motility, diuresis, detoxification, and assist in weight loss.

Usage Contraindications

Patients with hyperthyroidism should avoid it due to the high iodine content in kelp.

Toxicity

None

Suitable Season

Best consumed in summer due to its heat-clearing and detoxifying effects, and its ability to soften hard masses and disperse swelling. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Relieve phlegm, cough, and swelling

Recommended Combinations

Often paired with Cornus officinalis.

Usage Contraindications

Those with a deficient stomach, allergies to this product, menstruating women, pregnant, and nursing women should use with caution or avoid it.

Toxicity

None

Suitable Season

Best consumed in summer due to its liver-clearing and eye-brightening effects, and blood pressure-lowering properties. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Clear the liver and brighten the eyes, lower blood pressure.

Recommended Combinations

Can be paired with Perilla frutescens.

Usage Contraindications

Pregnant women and those with yin deficiency and internal heat should avoid it as it may worsen yin deficiency symptoms.

Toxicity

“Slightly toxic. “

Suitable Season

Suitable for all seasons, especially in humid seasons, due to its effects in dispelling wind-dampness and strengthening muscles and bones. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Have the effects of diuresis, dampness penetration, spleen strengthening, and diarrhea stopping.

Recommended Combinations

Often paired with adzuki bean.

Usage Contraindications

Pregnant women and those with a cold constitution should use with caution due to its heat-clearing and dampness-penetrating effects.

Toxicity

None

Suitable Season

Best consumed in summer due to its diuretic and dampness-penetrating effects, and spleen strengthening and diarrhea-stopping properties. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Possess diuretic, dampness-penetrating, blood lipid-lowering, anti-inflammatory, and anti-tumor effects.

Recommended Combinations

When paired with Schisandra or Poria, it has the effects of diuresis, dampness penetration, and fat reduction.

Usage Contraindications

Those with kidney deficiency and spermatorrhea, and pregnant women should avoid it due to its diuretic effect.

Toxicity

None

Suitable Season

Best consumed in summer due to its dampness-penetrating and heat-clearing effects. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Strengthens the spleen, eliminates dampness, stabilizes pregnancy, and stops sweating.

Recommended Combinations

With Angelica sinensis.

Usage Contraindications

Those with internal heat or excess heat syndrome should use with caution as it may exacerbate heat symptoms.

Toxicity

None

Suitable Season

Suitable for consumption in all seasons, especially in humid seasons, due to its spleen-strengthening and dampness-eliminating effects, and its ability to stabilize pregnancy and stop sweating. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Have the effects of stopping bleeding, dispersing blood stasis, reducing swelling, and relieving pain.

Recommended Combinations

Suitable to be paired with Carthamus tinctorius.

Usage Contraindications

Pregnant women, those with heavy menstruation, and those with a tendency to bleed should avoid it due to its anticoagulant effects.

Toxicity

None

Suitable Season

Suitable for consumption in all seasons due to its blood-stasis-dispelling and body-strengthening effects. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Has diuretic, lithuria, heat-clearing, and phlegm-removing effects.

Recommended Combinations

When paired with Bupleurum or Cassia tora, it aids in diuresis and swelling reduction, promotes metabolism, and assists in weight loss.

Usage Contraindications

Pregnant women and those with low blood pressure should avoid it due to its diuretic and blood pressure-lowering effects.

Toxicity

None

Suitable Season

Best consumed in summer due to its heat-clearing and dampness-reducing effects, and its ability to relieve stranguria and swelling. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Mainly used for qi stagnation in the chest and hypochondria, fullness and pain, indigestion, phlegm and fluid retention, and prolapse of organs.

Recommended Combinations

With Curcuma zedoaria, Amomum villosum, Poria, and Atractylodes macrocephala, etc.

Usage Contraindications

Those with excessive stomach acid or gastric ulcers should use with caution as it may stimulate gastric acid secretion.

Toxicity

None

Suitable Season

Suitable for consumption in all seasons, typically used as needed, especially when there are symptoms of qi stagnation, without a clear seasonal preference. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Promotes diuresis and reduces swelling, clears heat and detoxifies, nourishes blood and beautifies the skin.

Recommended Combinations

When paired with kelp or Poria, it aids in diuresis and detoxification, which helps with beauty and weight loss.

Usage Contraindications

Not suitable for those who are thin, have clear and long urine, and those with yin deficiency without damp-heat.

Toxicity

None

Suitable Season

Best consumed in summer due to its diuretic and detoxifying effects. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Relieves liver depression, regulates qi and blood, and enhances immunity.

Recommended Combinations

When paired with Cassia tora or Plantago asiatica, it helps relieve liver depression, promotes metabolism, and aids in weight loss.

Usage Contraindications

Those with excessive liver fire or yin deficiency with internal heat should use with caution.

Toxicity

None

Suitable Season

Best consumed in spring due to its liver-relieving and yang-raising effects. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Can benefit the vital energy and strengthen the spirit, and has certain therapeutic effects on diabetes.

Recommended Combinations

Cooked Rehmannia: when paired with Codonopsis or Astragalus, it helps enhance immunity and improve physical constitution.

Usage Contraindications

Not suitable for those with a cold stomach and spleen, and loose stools.

Toxicity

None, but overuse may cause abdominal issues.

Suitable Season

Better consumed in autumn and winter. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Can help improve abnormal blood lipids, often used in the clinical treatment of hypertension, often used with Rehmannia glutinosa and goji berries, Asparagus cochinchinensis in treating hypertension.

Recommended Combinations

When paired with hawthorn or Danshen, it can nourish yin and kidney, and assist in lowering blood pressure and blood lipids.

Usage Contraindications

Not suitable for those with a cold stomach and spleen, and loose stools.

Toxicity

None, but overuse may cause abdominal issues.

Suitable Season

Best consumed in autumn and winter due to its nourishing yin and blood, benefiting essence and filling marrow effects. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Strengthen the spleen and aid digestion, and have the effect of lowering blood lipids.

Recommended Combinations

When paired with malt or hawthorn, etc.

Usage Contraindications

With persimmon calyx. Should not be taken with lipid-lowering drugs. Patients with insufficient spleen yin should use red yeast cautiously.

Toxicity

None, but overuse may affect the liver.

Suitable Season

Suitable for consumption in all seasons due to its effects on lowering blood lipids and promoting blood circulation and stasis removal. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Clear the liver and brighten the eyes, moisten the intestines and promote bowel movements, lower blood pressure and blood lipid levels; have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, can protect the skin from free radicals and environmental damage.

Recommended Combinations

When paired with lotus leaf or hawthorn, it helps clear the liver and brighten the eyes, moisten the intestines, and promote bowel movements, aiding in weight loss.

Usage Contraindications

With Acorus tatarinowii, Ephedra, Paeonia lactiflora, etc.; when paired with green tea or licorice, it helps clear the liver and brighten the eyes, improve skin complexion.

Toxicity

None

Suitable Season

Best consumed in autumn due to its liver-clearing and eye-brightening effects, and moistening the intestines and promoting bowel movements. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Promote blood circulation, remove blood stasis, relieve menstrual pain, clear the heart of irritability, and cool the blood to reduce swelling. Can dilate blood vessels, improve microcirculation, prevent thrombosis, and thus lower blood pressure; can be consumed by boiling Danshen with hawthorn as a soup, or by drinking the decoction of Danshen with honey.

Recommended Combinations

When paired with hawthorn, it has the dual effects of promoting blood circulation and removing blood stasis, and lowering blood pressure and blood lipids.

Usage Contraindications

Pregnant women and those with excessive menstruation should use with caution.

Toxicity

None

Suitable Season

Suitable for consumption in all seasons, especially in winter, due to its effects on promoting blood circulation, removing blood stasis, clearing the heart of irritability. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Commonly used to relieve symptoms of damp-heat fullness, vomiting with acid regurgitation, diarrhea, jaundice, high fever with unconsciousness, irritability, and insomnia.

Recommended Combinations

When paired with licorice, it can reduce the bitterness of coptis and enhance the effects of clearing heat and detoxifying.

Usage Contraindications

Not suitable for those with a cold stomach and spleen, and those without excess heat.

Toxicity

Overuse may lead to digestive system discomfort.

Suitable Season

Typically used as needed, without a clear seasonal preference, especially when there are signs of excess heat. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Have the effects of drying dampness, resolving phlegm, harmonizing the stomach, stopping vomiting, and sedation and hypnosis.

Recommended Combinations

When paired with Citrus reticulata, Poria, dried ginger, Ophiopogon japonicus, Coptis chinensis, and Scutellaria baicalensis, etc.

Usage Contraindications

Contraindicated for those with edema and high blood pressure; long-term and large use may lead to water and sodium retention.

Toxicity

Toxic, excessive use may lead to adverse reactions, such as oral and throat irritation.

Suitable Season

Usually used according to need, not obviously seasonal, for damp-phlegm cough. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney

Herbal strength

Have the effects of nourishing Yin and moistening the lungs, calming the heart, and calming the mind.

Recommended Combinations

When paired with Stemona sessilifolia, Picrorhiza scrophulariiflora, Moutan cortex, Bupleurum chinense, and Panax ginseng, etc.

Usage Contraindications

Contraindicated for pregnant women, those with low blood pressure and blood sugar, chronic gastritis, wind-cold, and those with heart function insufficiency.

Toxicity

None

Suitable Season

Best consumed in summer due to its heat-clearing and blood-cooling effects, and reducing false heat. Lose weight and get fit Nourish your face and skin Lower blood pressure and fat Immune disease resistance Refresh one's mind Peace of mind to help sleep Strengthening Yang and tonifying kidney