Tag: Chinese herbs

The origins of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) can be traced back over 3,000 years, with the use of substances from plants, animals, and minerals documented in early texts. As we explore this history, we examine what drugs were used in ancient China and how their pharmacological knowledge was applied.

According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) principles, the herbal formula known as Quell Fire has been historically used to address conditions caused by "Liver Fire" and "Damp Heat". The term is surprisingly ambiguous, as it also refers to a highly specialized fire suppression system, making it crucial to understand the context of what is Quell Fire used for.