decoction

Optimal Methods for Adding Water and Decoction Time for Chinese Medicine
Optimal Methods for Adding Water and Decoction Time for Chinese Medicine

Nowadays, people are a bit lazy when it comes to decocting medicine. They simply add the required amount of water all at once. However, it is important to let the boiled water cool down before using

March 21, 2024
Why Using Microwave Ovens to Decoct Traditional Chinese Medicine is Not Recommended
Why Using Microwave Ovens to Decoct Traditional Chinese Medicine is Not Recommended

With the increasing popularity of electronic appliances, microwave ovens have also established their position in the heating appliance category. Many people prefer to use microwave ovens to heat

March 11, 2024
Controlling Water Amount in Herbal Decoction: A Guide for Optimal Drug Decomposition
Controlling Water Amount in Herbal Decoction: A Guide for Optimal Drug Decomposition

【Adding water frequently during herbal decoction is not beneficial for drug decomposition】 When decocting herbs, it is not advisable to add water frequently, as this is not beneficial for the

February 28, 2024
Wrapping Chinese Herbal Medicines for Decoction: Types and Benefits
Wrapping Chinese Herbal Medicines for Decoction: Types and Benefits

Four types of Chinese herbal medicines should be wrapped for decoction    【Light and floating texture Chinese herbal medicines】      Some small, soft, and light Chinese herbal medicines tha

February 23, 2024
Decocting White Aconite: Unleashing the Power of a Traditional Chinese Medicine
Decocting White Aconite: Unleashing the Power of a Traditional Chinese Medicine

White Aconite, a traditional Chinese medicine, belongs to the category of antispasmodic drugs. It can dispel wind, calm seizures, detoxify, dissolve accumulations, and relieve pain. It grows wild in

February 18, 2024
The Art of Herbal Decoction: A Guide to Proper Preparation for Optimal Efficacy
The Art of Herbal Decoction: A Guide to Proper Preparation for Optimal Efficacy

Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is an effective method of treatment, and herbal medicine is commonly used in TCM. Most herbal medicines are prepared by decoction. However, many young people find

February 17, 2024
Determining the Optimal Water Addition for Traditional Chinese Medicine Decoctions
Determining the Optimal Water Addition for Traditional Chinese Medicine Decoctions

The amount of water added to traditional Chinese medicine decoctions should be determined based on the properties, volume, water absorption, and the required therapeutic dose of the medicine. If too

February 13, 2024
Unscientific Method: Soaking Traditional Chinese Medicine in a Thermos
Unscientific Method: Soaking Traditional Chinese Medicine in a Thermos

Many people nowadays find it troublesome to boil traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) frequently, so they often put the TCM in a thermos or large insulated bottle and pour boiling water into it to soa

February 6, 2024
Tips for Decocting Chinese Herbal Medicine: A Beginner's Guide
Tips for Decocting Chinese Herbal Medicine: A Beginner's Guide

Chinese herbal medicine is a treatment method that many people choose, but younger people often struggle with the process of decocting the herbs. In fact, there is nothing particularly difficult ab

February 6, 2024
Precautions for Decocting Chinese Medicine: Water Quality, Containers, and Handling
Precautions for Decocting Chinese Medicine: Water Quality, Containers, and Handling

In the process of decocting Chinese medicine, are there any other precautions to be aware of? Experts say, "There are indeed some details that can affect the efficacy of Chinese medicine during the

February 6, 2024