Do you know? There are two "foundations" in our body,One is the spleen (the foundation of innate constitution), and the other is the kidney (the foundation of acquired constitution)Traditional Chinese medicine believes that innate factors are like seeds, while acquired factors resemble soil. Innate factors rely on acquired factors for nourishment to take root and sprout, and only then can the power of the innate factors flow continuously. The two are closely interconnected.
Once the spleen and kidneys are deficient, the body becomes like a sieve, full of holes.First, there was no appetite for anything, then the hands and feet felt like they were filled with lead, making it difficult to even climb to the third floor. At night, I tossed and turned, unable to sleep, and after finally falling asleep, I would wake up with a pillow soaked in sweat. My hair would fall out in clumps when combed, accompanied by a constant buzzing in the ears.The "Bu Yin Yi Pi Tang" we are discussing today is like hiring an "all-around housekeeper" for the spleen and kidneys. The entire formula consists of nine herbs, each with a clear division of labor, gradually replenishing the depleted vital essence.
This prescription is composed ofAtractylodes macrocephala, Tangerine Peel, Chinese Yam, Poria, Prepared Rehmannia Root, Chinese Angelica, Prepared Licorice Root, Aconite, Dried GingerComposition Among them Atractylodes macrocephala and Chinese yam are the main forces for strengthening the spleen Atractylodes macrocephala is responsible for clearing dampness and turbidity in the spleen and stomach revitalizing digestive function while Chinese yam is responsible for tonifying spleen qi and nourishing spleen yin Combined with Poria cocos to promote diuresis and drain dampness allowing dampness in the body to be expelled through urine and tangerine peel to prevent the tonic from being too cloying while also aiding spleen and stomach transportation
Now let's talk about the main forces for tonifying the kidneys. Prepared rehmannia root has a warm and thick nature, gradually replenishing kidney yin. Angelica sinensis, on the other hand, nourishes and invigorates blood, carrying nutrients throughout the body. The most ingenious combination is the "warm duo" of aconite and dried ginger. Aconite is like charcoal fire in winter, capable of igniting kidney yang, while dried ginger guards the spleen and stomach, preventing cold from invading. These two herbs may seem warm and hot, but they are perfectly balanced by the prepared rehmannia root and Chinese yam mentioned earlier, tonifying yang without harming yin. Finally, add a dose of honey-fried licorice to harmonize all the herbs and tonify the spleen and stomach qi.
Of course, each person's constitution is like different soil. Before taking medication, it is necessary to consult a professional traditional Chinese medicine practitioner to determine one's specific constitution. Then, based on the individual situation, the medication should be adjusted and tailored accordingly for the optimal solution. The above content is for reference only.
