Herbs

Browse our evidence-based Chinese herb database. Learn about traditional uses, modern research, and safety information.

Showing 1–12 of 18 herbs

白芍

Nourishes Blood, regulates menstruation, softens the Liver, alleviates pain, preserves Yin.

白术

Tonifies Qi, strengthens the Spleen, dries Dampness, promotes water metabolism, stabilizes the Exterior.

柏子仁

Nourishes the Heart, calms the Shen, moistens the intestines, promotes bowel movement. Used in Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan.

半夏

Dries Dampness, transforms Phlegm, directs rebellious Qi downward, stops vomiting, dissipates nodules. Core herb in Ban

陈皮

Regulates Qi, strengthens the Spleen, dries Dampness, transforms Phlegm. Classic herb for digestive Stagnation.

当归

Tonifies blood, regulates menstruation, alleviates pain

党参

Tonifies Middle Jiao Qi, strengthens the Spleen, nourishes Blood, generates Fluids. Gentler substitute for Ren Shen.

茯苓

Strengthens the Spleen, promotes urination, leaches out Dampness, calms the Shen. Core Spleen-tonifying herb.

茯神

Calms the Shen (spirit), strengthens the Spleen, promotes urination. Specifically used when insomnia has an anxiety/rest

甘草

Tonifies Spleen Qi, clears heat, detoxifies, moderates other herbs

干姜

Warms the Middle Jiao, dispels Cold, restores Devastated Yang. Used for Spleen-Stomach Deficiency Cold.

合欢皮

Calms the Shen, resolves depression, harmonizes the Blood, reduces swelling. Used for insomnia caused by emotional distr