Latin Name: Cnidium monnieri
Origin: China
Tradition: TCM
Best For: Skin & Men's Health
Warms kidney yang and kills parasites
Seed decoction; External wash; Powder
Primarily for external use on skin
Use internally with professional guidance only
Research Score: 64/100
Research Notes: Moderate evidence for external skin conditions
Overview Latin Name: Aconitum carmichaelii Origin: China Tradition: TCM Best For: Severe Yang Deficiency Uses Rescues yang and warms kidney Preparation Methods Root decoction (must be prepared); Pills (processed) Warnings & Side Effects TOXIC if not properly processed; Professional guidance required Drug Interactions Can be fatal if misused Research Research Score: 71/100 Research Notes: Potent…
Overview Latin Name: Platycladus orientalis Origin: China Tradition: TCM Best For: Sleep & Constipation Uses Nourishes heart and moistens intestines Preparation Methods Seed decoction; Powder Warnings & Side Effects Generally safe Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 71/100 Research Notes: Good evidence for calming effects
Overview Latin Name: Fossilized bone Origin: China Tradition: TCM Best For: Anxiety & Insomnia Uses Calms spirit and anchors floating yang Preparation Methods Mineral decoction (decocted first); Powder Warnings & Side Effects Generally safe Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 67/100 Research Notes: Good traditional use for spirit calming
Overview Latin Name: Magnetite mineral Origin: China Tradition: TCM Best For: Tinnitus & Dizziness Uses Calms spirit and anchors kidney qi Preparation Methods Mineral decoction (decocted first); Powder Warnings & Side Effects Generally safe Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 63/100 Research Notes: Traditional use for anchoring
Overview Latin Name: Morus alba Origin: China Tradition: TCM Best For: Respiratory & Edema Uses Clears lung heat and promotes urination Preparation Methods Root bark decoction Warnings & Side Effects Avoid with cold cough Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 70/100 Research Notes: Good traditional use for lung heat
Overview Latin Name: Taraxacum mongolicum Origin: China & Europe Tradition: TCM & European Best For: Liver & Detox Uses Clears heat and toxins; promotes urination Preparation Methods Whole plant tea; Fresh juice; Decoction; Salad Warnings & Side Effects Generally safe Drug Interactions May interact with diuretics Research Research Score: 76/100 Research Notes: Good evidence for…