Posted by Hombre on September 1, 2010, at 3:02:03
In reply to Re: Ginseng + Astragalus Combination, posted by Hombre on September 1, 2010, at 2:58:00
Here's a list of the herbs in the formula and their actions. It's also discussed in the article I linked to in the first post.
Huang qi (Astragalus membranaceus root) - abates weakness and fatigue; excessive sweating
Gan cao (Glycyrrhiza uralensis/licorice root) - stimulates the immune system, aids digestion
Dang shen (Codonopsis pilosula root) - enhances qi, tonifies blood
Bai zhu (Atractylodes macrocephala rhizome) - stimulates immune system, aids digestion
Dang gui (Angelica sinensis root) - enriches blood and promotes circulation
Sheng ma (Cimicifuga foetida/bugbane rhizome) - clears heat, relieves toxicity, raises yang
Chai hu (Bupleurum chinense root) - relieves qi stagnation, alleviates chest disharmony
Chen pi (Citrus reticulata/citrus peel) - lubricates intestines, prevents stagnation
Da zao (Ziziphus jujube/Chinese date fruit) - tonifies spleen, nourishes blood, calms spirit
Sheng jiang (Zingiber officinale rhizome/ginger root) - aids circulation
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