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What Are Chinese Herbal Teapills?

What Are Chinese Herbal Teapills?

Posted by Written by Sarah Johnson, Certified Herbalist, 1st Chinese Herbs. on Sep 28th 2026

What Are Chinese Herbal Teapills? How They're Made, Why They're Small & How to Take Them If you've opened a bottle of Chinese herbal teapills for the first time, you may have had a few questions. Why are these pills so small? Why does the bottle say to take several pills at a time? Why are they called “teapills” if I'm supposed to swallow them with water? And perhaps the biggest qu …
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Why Does the Same Herb Cost More? 9 Things to Check Before You Buy

Why Does the Same Herb Cost More? 9 Things to Check Before You Buy

Posted by 1st Chinese Herbs Guest Writer Nancy and the 1st Chinese Herbs Research Team on Sep 16th 2026

Why Does the Same Herb Cost More on One Website? 9 Things You're Actually Paying For Two bags can have the same herb name on the front—and still not be the same product. Here's how to compare bulk herbs before deciding which one is really the better value. You search for an herb online. One website has it for $11.99.Another has it for $18.95.Another wants $31.00. They all say the same herb. …
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Tea Time Just Got More Fun: Meet Our Cat, Owl & Teapot Tea Infusers

Tea Time Just Got More Fun: Meet Our Cat, Owl & Teapot Tea Infusers

Posted by 1st Chinese Herbs Research Team. on Sep 16th 2026

Meet Our New Tea Infusers: Teapot, Cat & Owl Loose-leaf tea just got a little more fun. Making a good cup of tea doesn't have to be complicated. Sometimes all you need is your favorite loose tea, hot water, a comfortable mug—and an infuser that makes you smile. Our new teapot, cat, and owl tea infusers combine an everyday tea tool with three playful designs. They're reusable, easy to us …
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Herbs That Are Not Safe for Dogs and Cats: A Pet Owner's Guide

Herbs That Are Not Safe for Dogs and Cats: A Pet Owner's Guide

Posted by Written by Sarah Johnson, Certified Herbalist, 1st Chinese Herbs. on Sep 16th 2026

Herbs That Are Not Safe for Dogs and Cats: A Pet Owner's Guide Western Herbs, Chinese Herbs & Essential Oils Pet Owners Should Know About Natural doesn't always mean pet-safe. Herbs that people commonly use in foods, teas, supplements, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and natural household products aren't automatically safe for dogs and cats. Animals can process certain plant compounds different …
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