Dit Da jowArthritic joint pains find out the herb properties of grp 1, 2 and 31. Frankincense (Ru Hsiang) 2. Chinese quince (28g) - work on Liver liver, lung, kidney, and spleen heavy arms and legs (sp qi xu? tendon spasm, muscle cramp due to vomiting and diarrhea, and beriberi edema)3. Arnica blossoms (anti-inflamatory, pain relief)4. Comfrey (anti-inflamatory, pain relief)5. Mo yao Myrr6. Da Huang (rubarb) for cooling skin7. Dang quai -diuretic and strongly antibacterial. Anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antispasmodic activity

Some Dit Da Jao recipesArnica blossoms (anti-inflamatory, pain relief)Comfrey (anti-inflamatory, pain relief)Blessed Thistle (blood purifier)Goldenseal root (antibiotic, wound healing)Ginger root (circulation, wound healing, pain relief)Myrrh (antiseptic, circulation, wound healing)Sasparilla root (blood purifier)Witch Hazel (anti-inflamatory, pain relief)Use equal proportions of all the herbs (OK, myrrh is a resin) listed, by weight. I measure them out on a small kitchen scale (mine is calibrated in grams, but American versions no doubt do ounces).Grind the herbs in a mortar & pestle (or electric grinder) and place them in a glass jar. Add 80 or 90 proof grain alcohol (I use vodka); use 4 ounces of dried herbs to one pint of alcohol base (or equivalent proportions). Seal the jar tightly. Allow the infusion to work for two weeks; once or twice a day, swirl the liquid gently through the herbal mash. After two weeks, strain off the liquid and discard the herbal residue; pour into smaller glass containers.This tincture can be applied as is to swollen or bruised areas, or can be mixed with a thickener (like lanolin or safflower oil) and a hardener (like beeswax) to make an ointment. This formulation has also been effective in the treatment of arthritis, for pain relief and restoration of range of motion.

Dit Da Jao('iron wine')Types of HerbsThere are three types of herbs in the preparation:1. herbs that reduce pain 2. herbs that stimulate blood and chi flow 3. herbs that break up blood clots and bruisesYou should include equal amounts of each type of herbs in the wine: PrescriptionThe amount of each herb used may vary anywhere from 3/5 oz. to 2 oz. per gallon (Try 1 oz. of each herb per gallon). 1. Measure off equal amounts of each herb and place in separate containers. 2. Grind each herb into a coarse powder (fine powder will adhere to itself and clot, preventing thorough absorption). 3. Place the herbs into a large non-metallic pot. 4. Add 1 qt. of vodka. 5. Simmer slowly over a low flame for 3.5 hours 6. Remove from heat. 7. Pour into a two gallon jar. 8. Add six more quarts of vodka. 9. Seal the jar so it is air-tight. 10. Store in a cool, dry, dark place. 11. Age from 2 months to 1 year.NOTE: The longer the wine ages, the stronger it becomes.

IngredientsThere are two classes of wine: Toxic and Non-Toxic. The non-toxic variety will produce a very potent wine suitable for healing open cuts and wounds. The toxic variety of herbs may be added to the non-toxic herbs to produce an even more potent wine which must be kept away from cuts, and away from the mouth. Dit Da Jow recipe:Ingredients:Arnica blossoms (anti-inflamatory, pain relief)Comfrey (anti-inflamatory, pain relief)Blessed Thistle (blood purifier)Goldenseal root (antibiotic, wound healing)Ginger root (circulation, wound healing, pain relief)Myrrh (antiseptic, circulation, wound healing)Sasparilla root(blood purifier)Witch hazel (anti-inflamatory, pain relief)

Aconite (arthritic herb)

Use equal portions of all ingredients, by weight. Grind the herbs in a mortar and pestle (or electric grinder), and place in a glass jar. Add 80 or 90 proof grain alcohol. Use 4 oz. of dried herbs to one pint of alcohol base( or equivalent portions). Seal the jar tightly. Allow the infusion to work for two weeks; once or twice a day, swirl the liquid gently through the herbal mash. After two weeks, strain off the liquid and discard the herbal residue; pour into smaller glass containers.This tincture can be applier as is to swollen and bruised areas, or can be mixed with a thickener (like lanolin or safflower oil), and a hardener (like beeswax) to make an ointment. This formula has been effective in the treatment of arthritis, for pain relief, and restoration of range of motion.This appears to be a formula that uses equivalent western herbs, rather than oriental herbs, It is also the first jow I've come across with analgesic and anti-biotic properties.

Dit Da Jow recipe:Camphor 10gRaw Fruit of Cape Jasmine 5gRaw Root of Kusenoff Monkshood 25gRaw Aconite Root 25gRaw Tuber Of Jackinthepulpit 25gRaw Pinellia Tuber 25gCattail Pollen 25gRaw Chinese Quince 200gRaw Rhubarb 150gRoot-Bark of slenderstyle acanthopanax 100gRhizome of incised notopterygium 200gRoot of double teeth pubescent angelica 200gRoot of Red Peony 150gPlace in a jar with white wine (Gao Liang Wine or any other high alcohol content wine) for 7-15 days. Can be used for all injuries that don't break the skin.

Dit Da JowFor as unique a martial art as Wing Chun, it's still a Kung Fu system like the rest. That means herbal medicine, point hitting and chi kung are included in its curriculum and system structure. However, depending on which Wing Chun Sifu you speak to (including your own), these subjects will bring about wonderful coffee-table philosophical discussions.The purpose of this small article is to give the Wing Chun practitioner the ability to learn how to make an herbal preparation and learn something about Chinese medicine and Wing Chun. Oh, and by the way, I'm going to try and do it for you as quickly and cheaply as possible AND without pushing anyone's button's on the above subjects.

two types: Han Dit Da Jow (cold hit medicine) Rei Dit Da Jow (hot hit medicine).Hot Jow is actually heated for situations that require a lot of circulation, blood flow and lymphatic drainage into an area - such as with iron palm training where you are constantly challenging the skin, bone, muscles and connective tissues of the hand and arm to become tougher and stronger while at the same time attempting to keep the acupuncture points in the hand open so that you can project energy through the hand into the target (P8 and Heart8 - look them up in any acupuncture book if you're not familiar with these two points).

Cold Jow is used as an all-purpose, when in doubt and after the fact, injury liniment. Its properties are similar to hot Jow except:1. it's not heated,2. the herbs used are different and,3. to promote the breakup of stagnant blood, lymph and chi circulation (if you don't believe in chi circulation then ignore the last two words and replace them with "breaking connective tissue adhesions that interfere with normal tissue healing and the electrical charge flow of the body.")Both types are rubbed into the skin before and after a workout for best results . It should be noted that one of the secrets of the magical Jow formula is in the rubbing. Remember way back as a kid, when you got a cold and Mom or Grandma would come in and rub you down with alcohol or Vicks, the secret was in the rub. Soft tissue manipulation alone will promote many of the qualities without the Jow, though the medicine speeds up the healing time and prevents improper drainage and stagnation problems. While we are on the subject of rubbing, Tiger Balm is the oriental version of Ben Gay or Vicks. If you can't get a good Jow, or if you don't want to buy it store-bought because of the quality, or "it just has to be made fresh and official by Sifu", Tiger Balm is almost as good. If you want to make your own because you can't find it (hard to believe), here's how to do it. I'll get to the Jow recipe in a minute.

Take a small jar of Vaseline, a small jar of Vicks, cayenne red pepper (it's somewhere in the kitchen on your spice rack) and either dried red chilli peppers (most gourmet stores have them) or red chilli peppers that have already been bottled (they're probably next to the cayenne pepper). Put the Vaseline in a pot and melt it on the stove at low heat. Add two or three tablespoons of Vicks - depending on how smelly and mentholly you want it - until that also is melted. Grind up the red pepper until it's a powder, mix it with the cayenne pepper and add to the melted Vaseline. While in its liquid state, repour it back into a jar and let cool.I did not mention the quantities of either the cayenne pepper or the chilli pepper because that will be up to you based on the desired strength of your compound. If you use a small jar of Vaseline and you want it hot, use two tablespoons of both peppers finely ground and stirred into the compound. When it cools it will be somewhere between a pink to red color. You've just made Red Tiger Balm - congratulations!

Now back to the Jow - the recipe that I will give you is a simple one that uses common Chinese herbs that are for the most part easy to get in herb catalogs or herbal stores if you have a Chinatown or wholistic community near you.(these are the botanical names and Chinese names) 1 oz.=30 grams

1 bottle of strong vodka, gin or Chinese rice wine Artemesia (Liu ji nu) - 5g Borneol (Bingpian) - 1g Carthamus (Honghua) - 5g Catechu (Ercha) - 8g Cinnabar (Zhusha) - 5g Cirsium (DaJi) - 1g Dragon's Blood (Xuejie) - 30g Mastic (Ruxiang) - 5g Musk (Shexiang) - 1g Myrrh (Mo yao) - 5g Pinellia (ShengBanXia) - 5gTake all ingredients and grind into a fine powder, add the whole bottle of vodka or gin. Mix well and rub into the injured area. The beauty of this particular recipe is that you don't have to bury it for 35 days to two month before you can use it. Classically when you made Jow it had to be buried underground for an extended period of time before it was ready to be used. There was no magical/mystical reasoning behind it. Sunlight and heat oxidize the herbs and change the chemical properties so, keeping in mind it's around the year 1700, where are you going to store this stuff when you need a dark cool dry place? And what do you use to ferment and age your herbal combination to get the most out of your ingredients - alcohol. That's why a 100 year old Scotch Whiskey is supposed to be so good. If you desire to have the herbs soak, pour the combination into a dark glass container and place it in a closet or cupboard where it shouldn't get too hot, and periodically shake the liniment once or twice a week. You should note that if you do this the traditional way then the herbs are loosely ground, and not into a powder. And the longer they sit in the bottle the stronger the Jow becomes. This is the reason many Kung Fu practitioner's who are traditionally or classically trained (like myself) will not buy store bought Jow, but prefer to make our own. The store bought Jow never has any of the herbs at the bottom of the bottle that they come in. Also some Jow is sold in plastic bottles, and over time the plastic starts to break down into the herbal formula. And some Jow is even sold in clear bottles with no way to know how long it's been in there. A decent Jow should look like soy sauce in color and have a slight alcohol, medicinal smell. Please note this Jow recipe may not be as dark or "smelly" due to the quality of herbs, time left to soak before usage, cooking properties of some of the herbs, combinations of the specific herbs or the specific usage properties. This is a "fast" formula, it's original intent is to be made now to use now, not in a month or two. The Wing Chun player usually needs Jow on their hands, forearms and chest. The first couple of times that you try to punch with the bottom three knuckles, blood vessels are usually broken between the last two knuckle valleys. Jow should be applied in between the knuckles before and after punching the bag, wall bag or focus mitt. A very important reason for this is because two very powerful acupuncture points reside in those two valleys and are responsible for the hormonal system and small intestines. With any type of bruise or blood stagnation, problems in circulation and health may occur. When doing any prolonged bridge (forearm) work such as Pak Sao where bruising can occur, Jow needs to be worked into the bridges. And anyone who is up to Chi Sao level knows why they have to apply Jow to the chest, especially if your partner is using you as the Wooden Man to practice new techniques, or just delights in pounding on you. But what becomes more important is that the famous Wing Chun centerline is in Chinese medicine the conception vessel meridian which basically is involved with the alarm point systems of the body. Cv-17 is dead center on the sternum and is responsible for controlling the diaphragm, controlling energy to the G.I.and G.U. systems and is a storage area for chi in the body. A pretty good place to hit! And we do this to each other repeatedly and on purpose.It is important that Jow not be rubbed into open wounds, taken internally or gotten in the eyes. Jow recipes are common in every system and every instructor has a favorite or favorites based on their uses. I have personally spoken to Yip Chun, Yip Ching, William Cheung, Augustine Fong and Moy Yat, all of whom have their own Jow recipes (that were given to them personally by Yip Man and is the true historical Jow handed down from Leung Jan). Now, if you have a true Wing Chun mentality then you really don't care if it is the true Leung Jan Jow - only whether it works.Two last points. First, if you do Chi Kung, or your system of Wing Chun has it in it (that's another article) try this: rub the Jow or balm into some of your injuries, then do your Chi Kung, concentrating on directing the Jow into the skin and into the injuries. In about two weeks of this you should be pleasantly surprised. If it's an old chronic injury the rubbing Start here!technique is usually slow and deep, if it's relatively new then it's a light, quick type of rubbing.Secondly, learn as much as you can about herbs, both American and Chinese. Do you know why the Chinese used Ginseng, Ma Huang and Tang Kuei? BECAUSE THEY WERE IN CHINA!! Those herbs were indigenous to that country. If Kung Fu was invented in this country our "traditional" Jow would contain completely different ingredients! So if you like to think of yourself as a "true" martial artist, start learning about American herbs and their qualities to heal externally and internally. If there is interest, I will write another article on how to make a homegrown / Americanized Jow.

Camphor 10gRaw Fruit of Cape Jasmine 5gRaw Root of Kusenoff Monkshood 25gRaw Aconite Root 25gRaw Tuber Of Jackinthepulpit 25gRaw Pinellia Tuber 25gCattail Pollen 25gRaw Chinese Quince 200gRaw Rhubarb 150gRoot-Bark of slenderstyle acanthopanax 100gRhizome of incised notopterygium 200gRoot of double teeth pubescent angelica 200gRoot of Red Peony 150gPlace in a jar with white wine (Gao Liang Wine or any other high alcohol content wine) for 7-15 days. Can be used for all injuries that don't break the skin.Dit Da Jow recipe: arthritis

Secretio Moschus moschiferi she-hsiang 1.5gSemen Strychnotis ma-chien tzu 120g fry in oil, remove hairsFlos Carthami tinctorii hung-hua 150gSemen Persicae tao-jen 120gMyrrha mo -yao 120g vinegar processedGummi Olibanum (Frankinsense) ju-hsiang 120g vinegar processedEupolyphagae che-chung 60gHerba Ephedra ma-huang 90gSemen Sinapis albae pai-chieh-tzu 60gRadix Angelica (dong kwei) dong kwei 90gRadix et rhizoma Ligusticii kao-pen 90gPyritum dipped in vinegar tzu-jan-tung 90g dipped in vinegar 7xRadix Glycryrrhizae kan-tsao 60g (licorice not ginger)-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Dit Da Jao recipe (American Herbs?)

Arnica blossoms (anti-inflamatory, pain relief)Comfrey (anti-inflamatory, pain relief)Blessed Thistle (blood purifier)Goldenseal root (antibiotic, wound healing)Ginger root (circulation, wound healing, pain relief)Myrrh (antiseptic, circulation, wound healing)Sasparilla root (blood purifier)Witch Hazel (anti-inflamatory, pain relief)

Use equal proportions of all the herbs (OK, myrrh is a resin) listed, by weight. I measure them out on a small kitchen scale (mine is calibrated in grams, but American versions no doubt do ounces).Grind the herbs in a mortar & pestle (or electric grinder) and place them in a glass jar. Add 80 or 90 proof grain alcohol (I use vodka); use 4 ounces of dried herbs to one pint of alcohol base (or equivalent proportions). Seal the jar tightly. Allow the infusion to work for two weeks; once or twice a day, swirl the liquid gently through the herbal mash. After two weeks, strain off the liquid and discard the herbal residue; pour into smaller glass containers.

This tincture can be applied as is to swollen or bruised areas, or can be mixed with a thickener (like lanolin or safflower oil) and a hardener (like beeswax) to make an ointment. This formulation has also been effective in the treatment of arthritis, for pain relief and restoration of range of motion.

Dit Da Jao('iron wine')Types of HerbsThere are three types of herbs in the preparation:1. herbs that reduce pain2. herbs that stimulate blood and chi flow3. herbs that break up blood clots and bruisesYou should include equal amounts of each type of herbs in the wine:

PrescriptionThe amount of each herb used may vary anywhere from 3/5 oz. to 2 oz. per gallon (Try 1 oz. of each herb per gallon).1. Measure off equal amounts of each herb and place in separate containers.2. Grind each herb into a coarse powder (fine powder will adhere to itself and clot, preventing thorough absorption).3. Place the herbs into a large non-metallic pot.4. Add 1 qt. of vodka.5. Simmer slowly over a low flame for 3.5 hours6. Remove from heat.7. Pour into a two gallon jar.8. Add six more quarts of vodka.9. Seal the jar so it is air-tight.10. Store in a cool, dry, dark place.11. Age from 2 months to 1 year.NOTE: The longer the wine ages, the stronger it becomes.

IngredientsThere are two classes of wine: Toxic and Non-Toxic. The non-toxic variety will produce a very potent wine suitable for healing open cuts and wounds. The toxic variety of herbs may be added to the non-toxic herbs to produce an even more potent wine which must be kept away from cuts, and away from the mouth.Non-Toxic HerbsGroup I1. Aucklandia Root (Guang Mu Hsiang) from phoenix medicals2. Frankincense (Ru Hsiang) from phoenix medicals3. Myrrh (Mei Yao or Mo Yao ) from phoenix medicals

Group II1. Chinese Angelica Root Angelica sinensis (Dang Gwei) from phoenix medicals2. Cat-Tail Pollen (Pu Huang) from phoenix medicals3. Safflower (Hong Hua) from phoenix medicals

Group III1. Root Pseudo-Ginseng (san qi) from phoenix medicals (75 for 500g)2. Red Peony Root (Ch'ih Shou) from phoenix medicals (14)3. Dragon's Blood (Shweh Jin)

Toxic HerbsGroup I1. Borneo Camphor Tree (Lung Nao Xiang Bing Pian)

Group II1. Clove Tree (Ding Xiang)2. Peach Kernel (Prunus Persica or tao ren) from phoenix medicals (17.68)(this herb is also in Group III - Toxic)

Group III1. Rhubarb (Da Huang) already got some for bi arthritis(this herb is also in Group I - Toxic)One More Addition....Horse Money or Horse Coin (Ma Ch'ien)(EXTREMELY POISONOUS! But it greatly increases the strength of all the other herbs in the mixture.)

This appears to be a formula that uses equivalent western herbs, rather than oriental herbs, It is also the first jow I've come across with analgesic and anti-biotic properties.

Dit Da Jow recipe:

Camphor 10gRaw Fruit of Cape Jasmine 5gRaw Root of Kusenoff Monkshood 25gRaw Aconite Root 25gRaw Tuber Of Jackinthepulpit 25gRaw Pinellia Tuber 25gCattail Pollen 25gRaw Chinese Quince 200gRaw Rhubarb 150gRoot-Bark of slenderstyle acanthopanax 100gRhizome of incised notopterygium 200gRoot of double teeth pubescent angelica 200gRoot of Red Peony 150gPlace in a jar with white wine (Gao Liang Wine or any other high alcohol content wine) for 7-15 days. Can be used for all injuries that don't break the skin.

Secretio Moschus moschiferi musk secretionsSemen Strychnotis seed of strychnos nux-vomicaFlos Carthami tincorii tincture of Carthami flowerSemen Persicae peach kernalMyrrha resin of CommiphoraGummi Olibanum (Frankinsense) resin of BoswelliaEupolyphagae bug from Blattidae familyHerba Ephedra stems of Ephdra sinicaSemen Sinapis albae mustard seedRadix Angelica (dong kwei) root of Angelia SinensisRadix Ligustici wallachii root of CnidiumPyritum dipped in vinegar Iron PyritesRadix Glycryrrhizae fresh ginger

I might add that there are much more than just "sulphides" present in these herbs. There are essential oils, resins, alkaloids, flavinoids, fatty acids, fatty oils, glucosides, vitamins, proteins and salts that all have varying actions on different systems of the human body.The interesting thing about Chinese herbs, and something that has been proven in laboratory tests, is that the overall effect of a recipe is greater than the sum effects of it's individual ingredients. That means when you mix herbs, you get more of an effect than the two herbs would give if used separately. This is known as synergism in Chinese medicine.Musk, to choose just one ingredient in this recipe, for example has at least 26 identified chemical constituents and has clinically been shown to exhibit:1) Central nervous system-stimulating effect2) Hypotensive effect (increases respiration and lowers blood pressure)3) Male hormone-like effects4) Uterus stimulating effects, such as contractions5) Remarkable anti-inflammatory effect6) Strong anti-bacterial effect on Staphylococcus and E.coliThere is a lot more happening here than just sulphides oxidising broken you asked:>Myrrha mo-yao 120g vinegar processed >Gummi Olibanum (Frankinsense) ju-hsiang 120g vinegar processed >Pyritum dipped in vinegar tzu-jan-tung 90g dipped in vinegar 7x > Thank you Jason. Just one question. What you mean with "vinegar > processed"?"VINEGAR PROCESSED"Use 20 parts Olibanum to 1 part vinegar. Crush the Olibanum then fry, while sprinkling with the vinegar. Dry then recrush for use.Same process for MyrrhaPyritum; dip in vinegar, allow to sit in open air. A green "rust" will form. Do this seven times, thereby dissloving a certain amount of copper so that it can enter the solution.> And also, Peach seed (tao jen) , is it not toxic ?1. Fatty oils: 40%-50%2. Oleic acid3. Palmitic acid4. Stearic acidIn large doses the oleic acid is toxic. In very large doses can cause death. In controlled doses, and in conjunction with these other constituents exhibits:1. Anticoagulant effect2. Hypotensive effect3. Antiphlogistic and analgesic effect4. Effective against tuberculosis5. Also detoxificant and laxative.Please note that "tao-jen" as purchased in a Chinese herbal shop is "DRIED peach kernal". The prussic acid has been neutralised in the drying process.Regarding ma-huang, yes it contains some powerful compounds;1. Alkaloids 0.3-1.5% ephedrine, pseudoephedrine, norephedrine, norpseudoephedrine N-methyl-ephedrine, N-methylpseudoephedrine ephedrines A, B, C2. Essential oils: 1-a-terpinol, noracosan-10-ol, tricosan-1-ol nonacosanAs Cady observed:>That contains a powerful chemical compound that should be used sparingly >and with caution, as medical authorities are now noting.Sparingly and with caution is good advice. Following the advice of an experienced Chinese herbal medical specialist is better advice. The problem with a little knowledge is that yes, it can be dangerous thing.Western people started hearing about the efficacy of ma-huang, as well as other herbs (Cordyceps; tung-chung-hsia, and Aconite; fo-ti-tieng or fu-tzu) and when they felt the benefits of their action, mistakenly thought "more is better" and subsequently overdosed, causing frightening problems, sometimes death. Now the substances are regarded as toxic, and some are banned in Australia.In some instances, I do not understand why we westerners have to question, understand, argue and change certain knowledge from the east. What is wrong with accepting ancient knowledge?This is the same with learning Aikido. Why do we have to question, understand, argue and change what we are learning from our Sensei? As a beginner, who are we to question the validity of ancient concepts and techniques until we have accepted them, trained in them, and had their developmental effect influence our body and mind?Some years ago there was an argument about westerners not being able to master Japanese arts because they were not Japanese, and this caused outrage because we are all human beings. But nowadays I surpise myself by thinking that this statement has some truth, because for us to learn certain things, we need to be in a certain state of mind, and like it or not, there is a difference in the learning mind of eastern and western people...I hope this is helpful for you to make dit da jiew yourself.I have made several and can attest to their effectiveness. It must be stressed that the correct ddj should used for the proper condition. It must also be stressed that the method of preparation for recipes (no matter how ridiculous the method may appear) be followed as closely as possible. For example "dipping in vinegar" it sounds strange, but when you hear the reason, it becomes clear.

Dit Da Jow FormulasThe following recipes are for external use only. I make absolutely no claims to their usage. Some of my students swear by them, and others have had mixed results. If your body breaks out in a rash immediately flush with water and do not reapply.

Recipe #1---For Bruising and ArthritisIngredients Alcohol (Vodka, Brandy, Rice Wine, even Rubbing Alcohol) 1 pint per 4 ozs. of herbsEqual portions of each:Arnica Blossoms - (anti inflammatory)Comfrey - (anti inflammatory) * hard to findBlessed Thistle - (blood purifier)Goldenseal Root - (antibiotic)Ginger Root (circulation/wound healing)Myrrh - (antiseptic/wound healing) *Myrrh is a resinSarsaparilla Root - (blood purifier)Which Hazel - (anti inflammatory)Grind all herbs and mix together. Add alcohol and let sit for at least two weeks, shaking mixture every few days. Note use a glass container. After a month strain out herbs.

Recipe #2 ----All PurposeIngredients -I bottle of strong rice wineArtemesia -- 5 gramsBorneol -- 1 gramCarthamus -- 5 gramsCatechu -- 8 gramsCinnabar -- 5 gramsCirsium -- 1 gramDragons Blood -- 30 gramsMastic -- 5 gramsMusk -- 1 gramMyrrh -- 5 gramsPinella -- 5 gramsTake all herbs and grind them into a fine powder. Mix together and store in dark place. Do not use plastic container. Shake mix every other day. This recipe can be used right away, but gets better with age.

Recipe #3----Iron Palm FormulaAlcohol 1 to 2 quarts1 oz of each of the following ---BreadstrawCalendula (Marigold)CamomileComfreyCommon Club MossCowslipDanelionShepherds PurseSting NettleSt. Johns WortWintergreen OilHorsetailMallowCow ParsnipFenugreekWalnutYellow Dead NettleGrind into powder and mix all ingredients, Store in dark place, shaking mix once or twice a week. Wait at least a month to use, but the older it gets the better it works.Dit Da Jow recipe 2IngredientQuantity

Camphor10g

Raw Fruit of Cape Jasmine5g

Raw Root of Kusenoff Monkshood25g

Raw Aconite Root25g

Raw Tuber Of Jackinthepulpit25g

Raw Pinellia Tuber25g

Cattail Pollen25g

Raw Chinese Quince200g

Raw Rhubarb150g

Root-Bark of slenderstyle acanthopanax100g

Rhizome of incised notopterygium200g

Root of double teeth pubescent angelica200g

Root of Red Peony150g

Place in a jar with white wine (Gao Liang Wine or any other high alcohol content wine) for 7-15 days. Can be used for all injuries that don't break the skin.Dit Da Jow recipe 3This recipe comes from the "Secret Shaolin Formulae For The Treatment Of External Injury" and is used to treat "injury of tendon and bones caused by Chin Na Luo" which is a type of injury caused by overstreching the tendons.Botanical NameChinese NameEnglish NameQuantityComment

Secretio Moschus moschiferishe-hsiangmusk secretions1.5g

Semen Strychnotisma-chien tzuseed of strychnos nux-vomica120gfry in oil, remove hairs

Flos Carthami tinctoriihung-huatincture of Carthami flower150g

Semen Persicaetao-jenpeach kernel120g

Myrrhamo-yaoresin of Commiphora120gvinegar processed

Gummi Olibanumju-hsiang Frankinsense or resin of Boswellia120gvinegar processed

Eupolyphagaeche-chungEupolyphagae bug from Blattidae family60g

Herba Ephedrama-huangstems of Ephdra sinica90g

Semen Sinapis albaepai-chieh-tzumustard seed60g

Radix Angelicadong kweiroot of Angelia Sinensis90g

Radix Ligustici wallachiikao-penroot of Cnidium90g

Pyritum dipped in vinegartzu-jan-tung90gdipped in vinegar 7x

Radix Glycryrrhizaekan-tsao60gfresh ginger

Effective against tuberculosis Also detoxificant and laxative. Please note that "tao-jen" as purchased in a Chinese herbal shop is DRIED peach kernel. The prussic acid has been neutralized in the drying process.Regarding ma-huang, yes it contains some powerful compounds: Alkaloids 0.3-1.5% ephedrine, pseudoephedrine, norephedrine, norpseudoephedrine N-methyl-ephedrine, N-methylpseudoephedrine, ephedrines A, B,C Essential oils: 1-a-terpinol, noracosan-10-ol, tricosan-1-ol nonacosan As such it should be treated with respect and used sparingly.

As an aside Western people started hearing about the efficacy of ma-huang, as well as other herbs (Cordyceps; tung-chung-hsia, and Aconite; fo-ti-tieng or fu-tzu) and when they felt the benefits of their action, mistakenly thought "more is better" and subsequently overdosed, causing frightening problems, sometimes death. Now the substances are regarded as toxic, and some are banned in some places.Dit da jow recipe 4: Zheng Gu ShuiAlleviates the pain from fractures, dislocated joints, tears of muscle, ligaments, cartilage and other soft tissue injuries. Also alleviates rheumatic pain, muscle aches and fatigue following physical exercise. Dissipates pain and discomfort following various sports injuries.Traditional Chinese RationaleImproves blood circulation, reduces swelling and relieves pain. It promotes regeneration of tissue at fracture site and repair of soft tissue injury. It stimulates the healing of bones, ligaments, tendons and muscle. This preparation is applied to the affected area and rubbed in gently.Oriental nameBotanical Name

Bo He NaoHerba Menthae

Zhang NaoCamphora

San QiRadix Pseudoginseng

Bai ZhiRadix Angelicae

Da Li WangInula Cappa

Ji Gu XiangRadix Crotonis Crassifolis

Wu Ma Xun ChengSemen Tiglii

Qian Jin BaRadix Moghaniae Philippinensis

Qui ZhiCinnammomum

Dit da jow recipe 51 oz.=30 gramsBotanical NameChinese NameQuantity

1 bottle of strong vodka, gin or Chinese rice wine

ArtemesiaLiu ji nu5g

BorneolBingpian1g

CarthamusHonghua5g

CatechuErcha8g

CinnabarZhusha5g

CirsiumDaJi1g

Dragons BloodXuejie30g

MasticRuxiang5g

MuskShexiang1g

MyrrhMoyao5g

PinelliaShengBanXia5g

Take all ingredients and grind into a fine powderAdd the whole bottle of vodka or ginMix well and rub into the injured area.The beauty of this particular recipe is that you dont have to bury it for two months before you can use it.If you desire to have the herbs soak, pour the combination into a dark glass container and place it in a closet or cupboard where it shouldnt get too hot, and periodically shake the liniment once or twice a week.Tiger Balm recipeIngredients % by weight amt. needed for 56oz. batchQuantity

Menthol crystals 20 %9.6 oz.

Camphor blocks 32 %15.36 oz.

Bees wax 20 %9.6 oz.

Petroleum jelly 4 %1.92 oz.

Oil of clove 8 %3.8 oz.

Oil of cajuput 8 %3.8 oz.

Oil of cinnamon 8 %3.8 oz.

Ammonium hydroxide ( optional)1 oz.

Melt beeswax and petrolium jelly in a pot until completely liquified.Remove from heat, quickly stir in camphor blocks (may help to chop or grate camphor prior).Add rest of ingredients, stir until consistent, and camphor has melted.Pour into permanant container, and let congeal.The above recipe will make a nice tiger balm equivalent to the commercial white stuff. If ammonium hydroxide is added, it turns red, and adds a little more heat to it.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Common herbs for Trauma and a Rx for Trauma Wineby Robert Chu, L.Ac.(Originally featured in California Journal of Oriental Medicine, Fall 2001)What led me to a study of TCM was a lifelong practice of martial arts. In martial arts, aside from the artistic perfection of strikes, kicks, joint locking, throwing and ground fighting, the health giving benefits of opening up the channels and collaterals for qi flow, learning meditation to calm the mind, we specialize in trauma, both healing and inflicting. My sifu said, "it's easy learn how to injure someone, but is difficult to learn how to heal someone." How correct he was. A punch to Ren 17 can have devastating effects, a kick to UB 40 can bring an attacker to his knees in practice. As a consequence, in order to survive the training, many martial arts teachers specialize in die da shang ke - literally "fall and strike traumatology", which are overlapped by TCM's wai ke (External diseases) and gu shang ke (Orthopedics and Traumatology). I was fortunate to be able to study the rudiments of die da shang ke under my Wing Chun sifu, Kwan Jong Yuen and my Hung Ga sifu, Yee Chi Wai. Through the years I also met other famous martial artists and TCM doctors like Kenny Gong, Lui Yon Sang, Chan Tai Shan and others. My study of martial arts was interspersed with the study of traditional formulas for traumatology, including powders, wines, pastes, decoctions and pills, their applications, modifications and processing. Many martial artists are also known for their specialty in tui na, as basic exercises to develop the body in the tui na like Shaolin neigong (Internal training) or yi jin jing (Sinew Changing Classic) are part of the traditional martial arts. These exercises develop the limbs so that a martial artist trained in tui na can produce better results and a martial artist would probably know the body better than a non martial artist in movement and cause of injury.In this article, I would like to introduce how to create a basic die da jiu (fall or strike wine) which can be used as a topical liniment for common contusions and bruises. Here is a list of herbs you will need:Ru Xiang (Gummi Olibanum) 12 gMo Yao (Myrrh) 12 gChi Shao (Radix Paeoniae Rubra) 12 gMu Xiang (Radix Saussureae seu Vladimiriae) 12 gHong Hua (Flos Carthami Tinctorii) 9 gTao Ren (Semen Persicae) 9 gDang Gui Wei (Radix Angelicae Sinensis)12 gPu Huang (Pollen Typhae) 12 gDa Huang Tan (Rhizoma Rhei - Charred) 9 gTian Qi (Radix Pseudoginseng) 12 gXue Ji (Sanguois Draconis) 9 gDing Xiang (Flos Caryophylli) 9 gThose of you who know your Bensky Formulas, might recognize this Rx is very similar to qi li san (seven thousandths of a tael powder) from Liang fang ji ye (Small collection of fine Rx) or even the die da wan from Quan guo cheng yao chu fang ji (Collection of Country's Prepared Herbals) but addresses pain, blood movement and stop bleeding more. The measurements of the herbs is also different because this is more of an external use liniment. This Rx is fine for bruises, minor contusions, and sprains, but to make it a better Rx, we should modify the Rx according to our uses. For example, if there are broken bones, we should add Xu Duan (Radix Dipsaci Asperi), Wei Ling Xian (Radix Clematidis), and Tu Bie Chong (Eupolyphaga seu Opisthoplatia). If our focus is pain, add chuan xiong (Radix Ligustici), yan hu suo (Rhizoma Corydalis), yu jin (Curcumae), jiang huang (Rhozoma Curcumae Longae), ji xue teng (Radix et Caulis Jixueteng), san leng (Rhizoma Sparganii Stoloniferi) , mu tong (Caulis Mutong), di long (Lumbricus), su mu (Lignum Sappan), or wu ling zhi (Excrementum Trogopteri seu Pteromi) according to what your needs are. If there is pain in a certain area, we should add in Qiang Huo (Rhizoma et Radix Notopterygii) for the upper back, Du Huo (Radix Angelicae Pubecentis) for lower back, Bai Zhi (Radix Angelicae Dahuricae) for front of head, Tan Xiang (Lignum Sappan) for the chest, Niu Xi (Radix Achyrathis Bidentatae) to guide to the lower extremities, Xuan Fu Hua (Flos Inulae)to guide downwards, and Ma Huang (Herba Ephedrae) to guide upwards to the skin. We can even get more specific to use the guiding herbs enter particular channels by simply choosing herbs that go to that channel. For internal bleeding, add Di Yu (Radix Sanguisorbae Officinalis), Da Ji (Herba seu Radix Cirsii Japonici) and Xiao Ji (Herba Cephalanoploris).

To make the Rx more fragrant to stop pain and open the orifices, add bing pian (Borneol) she xiang (SecretIo Moschus Moschiferi) su he xiang (Styrax Liquidis),

and to address wind, cold or damp Bi, expel wind damp herbs, such as fang feng, gui zhi (Ramulus Cinnamoni) bai hua she (Agkistrodon seu Bungarus), hu gu (os tigris), lou shi teng (Caulis Trachelospermi Jasminoidis), hai feng teng (Caulis Piperis Futokadsurae), wu jia pi (Cortex Acanthopanacis Gracilistyli Radicis), and kuan jin teng (Flos Tussilaginis Farfarae).

For more traumatic swellings, add Ban Xia (Rhizoma Pinelliae Ternatae), Chuan Wu (Radix Aconiti Carmichaeli), Cao Wu ( Radix Aconiti Kusnezoffii) Tian Nan Xing (Rhizoma Arisaematis).I caution the person who is not knowledgeable in herbology to not put all the ingredients together to form one "super die da jiu"! I'm not sure what he or she would create! Look up the proper dosage of the herbs to use, and choose what you need and for what specific use in mind. Just for some background information, sometimes herbs are substituted for one another based on local availability and for financial reasons. Be wise in choosing what you need. For example, Hu Gu (Os tigris) may not be available because it is illegal. Wu Shao She (Zaocys Dhumnades) and Bai Hua She make fine substitutes (and no, you don't need both) and whichever is less expensive will work fine. Pregnant women should not touch or use this medicine.All in all, one small Rx can turn into literally thousands of variations from one functional base of herbs in a Rx. When others boast their secret die da recipe is the original or more secret, they're simply blowing smoke and trying to say they're the best. It depends on what the function of the formula is for. I have a saying, "Let application be your guide; let function rule over form." It is applicable to medicine or martial arts.You will also need a clean glass gallon bottle or jar and enough gin or vodka to fill a gallon. If you prefer a more traditional approach, of equal parts alcohol and water, you may use 50% spring water and 50% Everclear grain alcohol to make one gallon. Traditionally, mi jiu tou (rice wine head) is used - again, a gallon's worth, but the alcohol content is weaker than vodka or gin. One prepares the herbs by parching them through pan frying (no oil) in a wok or simply toasting all the herbs in a toaster oven to enhance the blood moving effect. No need to char them excessively, lest you lose all the active ingredients. Place the herbs in the container and pour the alcohol over the herbs. The alcohol used is always of a good drinking quality (ethyl alcohol), in cases where traumatic injury may be also internal. (Of course, if your die da jiu has poisonous ingredients, it would not do well to ingest it internally.) Beware of going the cheap route with isopropyl alcohol, you are simply making a poison batch of die da jiu. Traditionally, we never use isopropyl alcohol. Seal the container so that it is air tight and date and mark the bottle, and store in a dark place. Shake the bottle occasionally. In about 3 - 4 months, your die da jiu will be ready and will be superior to any on the market because you made it and you know specifically what you designed it for.

The herbal wine you created can be used simply by massaging it in to the affected area, or for use with tui na. You can also use the wine in the technique of fire cupping (hou guan), by placing a small amount in a cup, just enough to wet the bottom, spread it evenly and ignite it, then apply to the affected area. In doing this, I would caution that practice and common sense be your guide - lest you burn and scar your patient and have a nice liability lawsuit on your hands.

Increasing the Potency of Herbal Formulas

1. Place the single herb or formula in a container.2. Fill with the required amount of alcohol (vodka, sake, etc.)3. Seal the container and set aside in a "proper place" to age (remembering to agitate the container once or twice per day during the aging period.) ("Proper place", here, is defined as a dark, "cool"/room temperature environment.)This is the traditional way, or as I refer to it, the"One Soak Method."

After you place the herbs in your container, fill with half the required amount of alcohol (i.e., if your goal is to make 1 gallon of jow or tonic, use half a gallon of alcohol; if you plan to make a half gallon, use 1 quart of alcohol, etc.).From here, seal the container and treat it as usual. Let your formula age for 6 weeks. After this initial period, strain the liquid mixture off into a second container, seal and set it aside for the moment (in a proper place.) At this point, before I proceed further, I always re-seal the original container and tip it to one side, allowing whatever liquid remains, to collect. Two to three days later, I strain off this remaining liquid and add it to what Ive put aside in that second container. This is your "First Soak."

"Two Soak Method"

You are now ready to begin "Part 2."Take the original container and re-fill with the second half of your alcohol; re-seal and let this age for an extended period of time the longer the better.

After the second aging period is complete, you strain off this "second soak" liquid and combine it with the "first soak" batch (which you set aside in that second container.)Remember to repeat that step of tipping the container and collecting the remaining liquid, which you add to your finished bottle. Now seal your container or containers, store and use as needed.

So whats going on?

Im sure youre well aware of the fact that some herbal properties are better extracted by water, others by alcohol. Substances like vodka and sake are an ideal medium for making herbal preparations. What you may not be aware of is the fact that some of the properties are more readily extracted than others. What this "Two Soak" method does is to first remove those more readily extracted properties (which is what that first six week period did), then those more difficult to remove properties are easier to get at. The second soaking, then, makes for a more complete removal of these more difficult to remove properties. The result is a more complete extraction of all the properties in your formula, and a more potent finished product.

Alcohol (70% by volume)Cattail (Pu Huang) Pollen ExtractChinese Peony (chi shao) root extractDong quai (adang gui) root extractDragon's Blood Palm (xue jie) fruit extractFrankincense (ru xiang) resin extractMyrrh (mo yao) resin extractPeppermint OilSafflower (hong hua) Flower ExractTienchi ginseng (san qi) root extractWater-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Ninety-nine percent of all contemporary practitioners will undoubtedly opt to use in their practice ancient formulae which have been tableted and created for today's practitioner instead of spending thousands of hours learning how to formulate these ancient remedies themselves. In our busy practices and lives, we cannot expect to practice the same way it was done during the Ming dynasty and before. Utilizing Chinese herbology today has never been easier. Even with this in mind, knowledge of each individual substance, along with the English translation and indications, could prove to be a very valuable reference tool.The following list should be saved for future reference. Notice the list is in alphabetical order by Chinese name, followed by the English common name and indications. Should the need for a specific formula arise in which you are stymied not knowing where to look, fax the details to me at 602-488-5008; we will do the best we can to advise you and assist you in locating a patent formula or to create one specifically for your needs.Chinese name English name Indications

a-chiaogelatin Treats yin weakness

ai-yehartemisiaQuiets the fetus, dispels gas

ch'ai-hubupleurum Regulates menstruation, antipyretic

ch'an-shuicicada Disperses heat, stops convulsions

che-chien-tzuplantago Diuretic, clears fevers, detoxifies

ch'en-pitangerine Expectorant, energy tonic

chen-hsiangaquilaria Alleviates pain, reinforces the kidney

chi-li-tzutribulus Promotes milk production in nursing mothers

chi-liencoptis Digestive, antidysenteric

chiangginger Food poisoning, cold extremities

chiang-huangtumeric Stimulates the gallbladder

ch'iang-huochianghuo Diaphoretic, analgesic

chieh-kengplatycodon Reduces swelling, promotes pus drainage

chien-chihgardenia Antipyretic, snake bite

chuien-chin-tzueuphorbia Poisonous, purgative, used externally for skin and sores

chien-niu-tzumorning glory Promotes menstruation, induces abortion

chih-kobitter orange Antidiarrhetic, abdominal swelling, indigestion

chih-muanemarrhena Antipyretic, urinary and bowel disorders

chih-shaopeony Lessens perspiration, purifies yin, night sweats, fever

chih-tzugardenia See "chien-chih"

chin-chiehschizonepeta Cerebral hemorrhage with aphasia, any bleeding

chin-chiugentian Relieves pain, promotes diuresis and sweating

chin-yin-hualonicera Clears fevers and detoxifies

chin-ying tzurosa Detoxifies, menstrual regularity

ching-san-lengscirpusStimulates menstrual flow, promotes milk production

chiu-chieh-chang-pu anemoneVermifugal, antitoxic

chu-huachrysanthemumAntipyretic, headache with fever, vertigo

chu-jubamboo Expectorant, antipyretic

chu-libamboo sapRemoves internal heat

chu-linggrifolia Diuretic

chu-shacinnabar Settles nerves, convulsions, fear palpitations

chuan-chiaozanthoxylum Dispels chills and cold, counteracts moisture

ch'uan-hsiungconidium Stops childbirth bleeding, induces uterine contraction

ch'uan-hou-pomagnolia barkAntispasmodic, abdominal distention, gastritis

chuan-kunuphar Gynecological conditions, irregular menstruation

chuan-wuaconite Analgesic, antiarthritic

erh-chacatechu Hemostatic, expectorant

fan-hsieh-yehcassia Smoothes bowel movement

fan-hung-huasaffron Difficult labor, dead fetus, prolonged menstruation

fan-mu-piehstrychnine Debility, convalescence from severe illness

fang-chistephania Antispasmodic, antipyretic

fang-fengsiler Analgesic, antipyretic

feng-jousiler Analgesic, antipyretic

feng-labeeswax Coating of pills, base for ointments

fu-pen-tzuwoodberry Prevents graying, vigor, respiration

fu-lingporia Treats spleen and stomach

fu-shenporia Treats spleen and stomach

fu-tzuaconite Analgesic, antiarthritic

ho-shou-wupolygonum Promotes fertility, builds vitality, strengthens ligaments

ho-tzuterminalia Stimulates intestines, strengthens lungs

hsi-hsinasarum Analgesic, sedative

hsi-yang-shenginseng Mental stability, dispels fire, produces body fluids

hsia-ku-tsaoprunella Antirheumatic, red, swelling, itching eyes

hsiang-fu-tzucyperus Corrects "chi" circulation, alleviates pain, melancholia

hsiao-hui-hsiangfennel Abdominal distention, promotes digestion

hsiao-maiwheat Reduces fever

hsiao-tou-koucardamon Digestion

hsieh-chiehcalamus Blood circulation, stops bleeding, knife wounds

hsien-mirice Stabilizes pulmonary and intestinal function

hsin-imagnolia flower Alleviates pain, see "mu-pi"

hsing-jenapricot Antispasmodic, sedative

hsu-tuandipsacus Blood circulation, premature labor, trauma injuries

hsuan-fu-huainula Intestinal fullness, pulmonary disorders

hsuan-hucorydalis Trauma injuries, relieves pain, stimulates energy

hsuan-shen`scrophularia Anti-inflammatory, thirst from stress, fever, lowers heat

hu-chiaoblack pepper Warms and aids elimination, ch'i stagnancy in chest

hu-ma-yousesame oil Anti-inflammatory, ringworm, itching, insect bites

hu-poamber Convulsive disorders in children, epilepsy

hua-chiaopepper Expels worms and parasites

hua-shihtalc Anti-inflammatory, quenches thirst, sunstroke

huai-huasophora Strengthens blood vessels, hemoptysis, nosebleed

huang-chiastragalus Stops perspiration, strengthens spleen, night sweats

huang-ch'inscute (skullcap)Reduces fever, quiets the fetus, removes moist heat

huang-chingpolygonatumNourishes liver and kidney, promotes fertility, vitality

huang-labeeswax Used for coating pills, base for ointments

huang-liencoptis Antipyretic, antidysenteric, heart distress

huang-pophilodendron Abdominal distention, digestion, constipation

hung-huacarthamus Clears meridian channels, hemorrhage after childbirth

hung-tsao jujube Calms nerves, insomnia, forgetfulness, cardiac function

huo-hsiangagastache Strengthens stomach and stops vomiting, clears fever

i-chih-jenichihjen Stimulant, tonic, a stomachic

i-i-jencoix Pulmonary disorders, rheumatoid arthritis

i-mi-jencoix Pulmonary disorders, rheumatoid arthritis

i-yi-jencoix Pulmonary disorders, rheumatoid arthritis

jen-shenginseng See "hsi-yang-shen"

jou-tou-kounutmeg Vomiting, food stagnancy, pain in the stomach

jou-tsung-jungcistanche General tonic, aphrodisiac, impotence, infertility

ju-hsiangolibanum (mastic)Analgesic, sedative, resolves bruises and clots

kan-ts'aolicorice Relaxant, supplements energy, see "tiao-tsao"

kao-liang-chianglesser galangalAbdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea, nausea

kao penligusticum Antispasmodic, antiarthritic, dispels "wind", benefits skin

keng-mirice (oryza)Intestinal function, poor appetite, indigestion

ko-kenpueraria Alcoholic intoxication, antipyretic

kou-chichain fern Excellent tonic for older men, strengthens spine

kou-chi-tzulychee Strengthens kidneys, restores semen, nourishes liver

kou-tenggambir Infantile fever, hypertension with headache, convulsions

ku-mupicrasma Stomach symptoms

k'u-shen sophora Relieves fever, kills insects, scabies, hives

kua-loutrichosanthesAids pus drainage, reduces swelling, detoxifies

kua-lou-kentrichosanthesAids pus drainage, reduces swelling, detoxifies

kuan-mu-tung aristolochia See "ma-tou-ling"

kuan-mu-hsiangsaussurea Promotes energy circulation, abdominal symptoms

kuei-chihcinnamon Relaxes muscles, stimulates appetite

kuei-p'icinnamon Relaxes muscles, stimulates appetite

la-chiaocapsicum Promotes sweating, stimulant

liang-chianglesser galangalSee "kao-liang-chiang"

lien-ch'iaoforsythia Relieves heat, swelling, and suppuration, erysipelas

lu-chiaodeer horn Antispasmodic, antipyretic, tonic, stimulant

lu-huialoe In conjunction with licorice for eczema

lung-kudragon bone Anxiety, nightmares, sedative

lung-tangentian Intercostal pain, chills, fever, sore throat

lung-yen-joulongan Amnesia, palpitations caused by fear, insomnia

ma-huangmahuang Bronchial dilator, stimulates respiration, raises BP

ma-tou-lingaristolochiaRelieves coughing, asthma and bronchitis, expectorant

mai-men-tungophiopogonRegulates lungs and heart

man-chin-tzuvitex Antipyretic, tonic, headache, vertigo

mang-hsiaomagnesium sulphateLaxative, reduces fever, expectorant

m-shih-tzuoakgall Chief source of tannic acid, bleeding from cuts

mo-yaomyrrh Analgesic, externally applied to scabies, painful boils

mou-tan-p'imoutan Antipyretic

mu-kua Chinese quinceImproves gastric function, relaxes muscles

mu-lioyster shell Clears fever, breaks up congestion, night sweats

mu-pimagnolia flower Alleviates pain

mu-t'ungakebia Promotes urination, counteracts inflammation and fever

nan-sha-shenadenophora Nourishes yin and purifies the lungs, excess phlegm

niui-hsiachyranthes Strengthens muscles and bone, heals bruises, pus drain

niu-pang-tzuburdock Antipyretic, diuretic, chills, fever, dermatitis

o-shuzedoary Stimulates menstrual flow, stagnancy of ch'i and blood

pa-chi-tienmorinda Strengthens bones and ligaments, anti-arthritic

pa-chiao-hui-hsianganise Abdominal pain, vomiting, anorexia

pa-toucroton Violent purgative

pai-chi bletilla Knife wounds, burns, nosebleeds

pai-chihangelica Promotes pus drainage, dispels gas

pai-chuatractylodes General tonic, see "tsang-chu"

pai-hotiger lily Palpitations due to fear, antitussive, antipyretic, diuretic

pai-hsien-p'iChinese dittany Loosens stiff joints, eliminates wet fevers

pai-pustemona Calms the respiration, colds, coughs

pai-shaopeony Spasms of the arms and legs, strengthens blood

pai-tou-koucardamon Gastritis, belching, abdominal distention

pai-tou-wengChinese anemone Eliminates fever

pai-tzu-superilla See "tzu-su"

pai-weicynanchum Yin weakness, fever due to wind

pan-hsiapinellia Reduces expectoration, cough, vomiting, asthma

pei-hsinasarum Analgesic, sedative, expectorant, diuretic

pei-mufritillary Loosens congestion, resolves phlegm, fever

pei-wu-weischizandra Strengthens lungs and kidneys

pi-hsiehtokoro Antirheumatic, diuretic

pi-ma-tzucastor oil plant Throat paralysis, drooping eyes/mouth

pi-palong pepper Antipyretic, gastric fullness, watery diarrhea

pi-pa-yeheriobotrya (loquat)Lowers excess energy, quiets cough

pi-tao-kanpersicaInjuries from falling, see "t'ao-jen"

pieh-chiaturtle shell Cools fever, infantile epilepsy, debilitating fever

pien-toudolichos Arrests diarrhea and vomiting, abdominal distention

pin-langbetel nut Intestinal parasites, chest pain, abdominal pain

po-homint Stomachic, sore throat

po-tzu-jen arbor vitaExpectorant, nutritive tonic

pu-huang cattail Prolonged menstruation, aching arms after childbirth

pu-ku-chihpsoralea Sexual dysfunction, threatened abortion, impotence

san-chipseudoginsengBleeding disorders, nosebleeds, hemoptysis

sang-chi-shengloranthus Backache, stiff joints, arthritis

sang-pai-pimulberry Relieves lung congestion, promotes diuresis

sha-jenChinese cardamon Abdominal pain, distention, gastric disorders

sha-jen-k'oChinese cardamon Abdominal pain, distention, gastric disorders

sha-k'oChinese cardamon Abdominal pain, distention, gastric disorders

shan-chacrataegus Distention in the chest and abdomen, food stagnancy

shan-chu-yucornus Liver and kidney dysfunction, tinnitus

shan-naigalangal Dandruff, scabies

shan-yaodioscorea (yam) Nutrient tonic, digestant

shang-luphytolacca Externally used for foul sores, poisonous

she-hsiangmusk deer Antispasmodic, analgesic, convulsions, apoplexy

sheng-chiangginger Food poisoning, nausea, abdominal distention

sheng-macimicifuga Chronic diarrhea, uterine prolapse, antipyretic

sheng-tirehmannia Premature graying, cardiotonic, hemostatic

shih-chang-puacorus Analgesic, vermifugal, externally applied to carbuncles

shih-chun-tzuquisqualis Vermifugal, abdominal pain due to parasites

shih-hudendrobium Nourishes yin and promotes salivation

shih-kaogypsum Speech disorders, extreme thirst, dry mouth, heat symptoms

shih-lien-tzulotus Tonic

su-hsiapinellia Stops bleeding, reduces inflammation, strengthens SP

suan-tsao-jenzizyphus Insomnia due to stress, palpitations, sedative

suo-yangcynomorium Strengthens kidneys and gonads, impotence, tonic

ta-chiknoxia Diuretic

ta-fu-pibetel nut See "pin-lang"

ta-huangrhubarb Constipation, indigestion, stomachic

ta-ma-jencannabis Constipation, substituted by linum usitatissimum

ta-tsaojujube Regulates cardiac and pulmonary function

tan-chu-yehlophatherum Clears fever, irritability

tan-hsiangsandal wood breathing

tan-tou-shihsoja Relaxes muscles, clears fever, apprehension, irritability

tang-kueitang-kuei Headache, lower back, meridian blockage, circulation

t'ao-jenpersica Injuries from falling, mental instability, sedative

teng-hsin-tsaojuncus Sedative, diuretic

ti-huangrehmannia Cardiotonic, hemostatic

ti-ku-pilyceum bark Antipyretic, cough, fever

ti-yusanguisorba Postpartum difficulties, snake and insect bites

tiao-tenggambir Flatulence, vertigo, hypertension with headache

tiao-tsaolicorice Supplements energy, loosens phlegm, intoxication

tien-magastrodia Anti-gas, quiets muscle spasms

tien-nan-hsingarisaemaRelieves spasms and pain, reduces swelling

ting-hsiangcloves Warms the body, alleviates pain, increases circulation

tsang-chuatractylodes General tonic to increase appetite and promote health

tsao-chiaogleditsia Loosens congestion, resolves phlegm, constipation

tsao-wuaconiteVery toxic, antiarthritic, analgesic

tse-hsiehalisma Urinary tract, kidney stones, aphrodisiac

tse-shealisma Urinary tract, kidney stones, aphrodisiac

tu-fu-lingsmilax Antispasmodic, diuretic

tun-chihlard Base for ointments

tung-chung-hsia-tsao cordycep Restorative and tonic

tung-jua-tzubenincasa Anti-inflammatory

tzu-superilla Chi imbalances, quiets fetus, asthma, detoxifies

tzu-ts'aolithospermumAntifebrile, cools blood, lubricates intestines

tzu-wanaster To quiet restless crying children, quiets nervous system

wei-ling-hsienChinese clemati Flatulence, pain at the waist, knees, arms and legs

wei-ling-ts'aipotentilla Eliminates fever, cools the blood

wu-chu-yuevodia Uterine muscle stimulant, increase blood pressure

wu-mei dark plum Antifebrile, antispasmodic, persistent cough, worms

wu-pei-tzuChinese sumacPulmonary weakness, hemostatic

wu-yaolindera Anti-inflammatory, analgesic

ya-men-jenlinseed Laxative, constipation

yen-hu-suocorydalis Relieves pain, stimulates energy and circulation

yin-ch'en-haoartemisia Antipyretic, diuretic

yin-yang-huoepimedium Aphrodisiac, warms the kidneys, strengthens yang

ying-picherry Relieves cough

yu-chupolygonatum Slows and deepens respiration, antiarthritic, fever

yuan-chihpolygala Reduces swelling, sedative