Ban Lan Gen vs. Yin Qiao San: Which Herbal Hero Belongs in Your Cold Season Toolkit?
Posted by Sarah Aries Holistic Herbalist on Jul 20th 2025
Ban Lan Gen vs. Yin Qiao San: Which Herbal Hero Belongs in Your Cold Season Toolkit?
“I know, it’s not even fall yet—but when summer school starts in August, sniffles and sore throats follow faster than school buses in the morning fog.” That’s why we’re talking immune defense before you need it. Because when that first itchy throat hits, you'll want to know whet
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The 10 Most Overlooked Chinese Herbs That Could Change Your Health—And Why No One Is Talking About Them
May 6th 2025
The 10 Most Overlooked Chinese Herbs That Could Change Your Health—And Why No One Is Talking About Them
Discover 10 powerful but underrated Chinese herbs with transformative health benefits. Learn what they do, and why they work.
Introduction:While ginseng, reishi, and goji berries are widely recognized in the herbal world, many other potent Chinese herbs remain under the radar. These overlo
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Secrets of Reishi Mushroom: The Marvel of Traditional Chinese Medicine
Jan 9th 2025
Unlocking the Secrets of Reishi Mushroom: The Marvel of Traditional Chinese MedicineWelcome to our exploration of the remarkable reishi mushroom, also known as Ganoderma lucidum or Lingzhi. Revered for centuries in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), reishi is often dubbed the “mushroom of immortality.” In this blog, we’ll discuss the many benefits of reishi, its significance in TCM, and how it ca
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Astragalus Root: Importance in TCM, Immune System Support, Usage, and Research
Oct 25th 2024
Astragalus Root: Importance in TCM, Immune System Support, Usage, and ResearchAstragalus root, also known as Huang Qi in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), is a highly respected herb renowned for its immune-boosting properties and its ability to strengthen the body's energy, or Qi. Revered as an adaptogen, astragalus root has been used for thousands of years in TCM to improve overall wellness, pr
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