Do you know which herbal medicines replenish Qi?
Hello everyone. This is Yuyu Kampo.
This week, we have been discussing hidden fatigue, focusing on the themes of "bodies not yet accustomed to the heat" and "Qi deficiency." Today, I would like to change things up a bit and ask you one question based on this week's content.
[Question] Which of the following herbal medicines replenishes Qi?
Which of the herbal medicines introduced this week is said to replenish the energy that protects the body's surface and helps control sweat and edema?
A. Astragalus (Ougi)
B. Cinnamon (Keihi)
C. Peony (Shakuyaku)
(The answer is below)
[Answer and Explanation]
The correct answer is "A. Astragalus (Ougi)."
Astragalus (Ougi) is a herbal medicine that uses the root of the Astragalus membranaceus plant, and it is said to have the effect of regulating water stagnation on the body's surface (abnormal sweating and edema). As introduced in detail in Tuesday's article, it is the star of "hidden fatigue" care during this time of year when the body is not yet accustomed to the heat. Incidentally, the representative prescription that centers on Astragalus is the Hochuekkito (Tonifying the Middle and Augmenting the Qi Decoction) that I introduced on Wednesday.
This article is intended to provide general Kampo knowledge and does not guarantee the efficacy of specific products, nor is it a substitute for medical diagnosis or treatment. If you are feeling unwell, please be sure to consult a medical institution.
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Editor's Note
I feel that when information is presented in a quiz format, it becomes easier to remember, even for the same knowledge. Please keep Astragalus and Hochuekkito, which we learned about this week, in the back of your mind.
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