Dear Human...(Non-Green Life Form)
Posted by 1st Chinese Herbs Guest Writer Jim and the 1st Chinese Herbs Research Team on Jul 21st 2026
Dear Human: A Grumpy Old Ginseng Root Has Something to Say (To A Non-Green Life Form)
Submitted by longtime customer Jim and lightly edited by the 1st Chinese Herbs team.
One of the greatest joys of running 1st Chinese Herbs isn't simply selling herbs—it's getting to know the people who love them. Over the years, customers have shared family traditions, favorite recipes, fascinating sto
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Yu Zhu: The Lesser-Known Herb That Could Transform Your Skin, Lungs, and Energy
Posted by Sarah Aries Holistic Herbalist on Aug 5th 2025
Yu Zhu: The Lesser-Known Herb That Could Transform Your Skin, Lungs, and Energy
Yu Zhu (Polygonatum odoratum), or Solomon’s Seal Rhizome, is a traditional Chinese herb used to nourish Yin, moisten dryness, and support the lungs, skin, and digestive tract. Especially helpful in dry, depleted states, it offers gentle hydration without clogging or overheating the system.
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Bitter, Bold, and Brewed Right: The Real Deal on Bulk Herbs & Chinese Teas
May 28th 2025
Bitter, Bold, and Brewed Right: The Real Deal on Bulk Herbs & Chinese Teas
This isn’t your grandma’s herbal blog—unless she’s hilarious and secretly into TCM. If you've ever fallen asleep halfway through reading about "herbal energetics" or “Qi tonics,” don’t worry—this isn't that. We’re here to spill the herbal tea literally—a
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What Makes Chinese Herbs Unique? A Deep Dive into the Healing Wisdom of TCM
Posted by Sarah Aries on Apr 24th 2025
What Makes Chinese Herbs Unique? A Deep Dive into the Healing Wisdom of TCM
Chinese herbs are not just remedies—they’re deeply rooted in an ancient system that views health as harmony. Unlike Western approaches that focus on suppressing symptoms, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) uses herbs to nourish, rebalance, and support the entire body.
In this guide, we’ll explain why Chin
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