Category: Digestion, psyche, nerves, insomnia, senses, heart and blood vessels, prevention, anti-aging, detox, liver system, spleen system.

Use of the formula according to Traditional Chinese Medicine:

• transforms phlegm and calms internal wind
• anchors rising Liver Yang
• strengthens Spleen and Stomach Qi
• relieves dizziness

Description:

A traditional Chinese medicine formula authored by the famous Li Dong-Yuan, author of the "Treatise on the Spleen and Stomach" (13th century), in which he focused on the "middle" – the digestive complex – as the foundation ("the ground" – it is the earth element) for the functioning of the entire organism. The formula was later modified into its current form in the 18th century. Its primary indications are dizziness, vertigo, and headaches caused by the presence of phlegm and dampness on one hand, and liver wind on the other. It often begins with a weakening of the "middle," when digestion does not function effectively, leading to the formation of "impure Qi" – dampness and phlegm. Furthermore, the liver, for various reasons (insufficient nourishment, heat, emotions), generates so-called internal wind. Accompanying symptoms often include nausea, a feeling of wanting to vomit, loss of appetite, a "watery" stomach, thirst, and sometimes clouded or confused thinking. It is used for Meniere's disease, dizziness with nausea and vomiting, or for nausea during pregnancy. This pattern can also be a substrate for more serious neurological manifestations, such as a stroke.

The primary herb in the formula is Gastrodia, which has the ability to anchor rising Liver Yang gently, without damaging Yin substances, which is very beneficial. The formula also contains Er Chen Tang – the basic formula for transforming phlegm. Other herbs harmonise and strengthen the "middle," replenish Qi, and unblock the liver. By doing so, we transform phlegm and calm internal wind – the head stops spinning and aching, and walking becomes steady again. The head feels "lighter" and judgment clearer.

Indications:

• dizziness
• vertigo
• loss of stability
• headaches, often dull, feeling of a heavy head
• nausea
• nausea of the "watery stomach" type
• pressure or feelings of fullness in the chest
• phlegm
• sticky feeling in the mouth
• loss of appetite
• vomiting of phlegm
• blurred vision
• disorders of speech, perception, vision
• tremor
• tingling or numbness of the limbs – often asymmetrical

Modern effects:

• vertigo
• Meniere's disease
• post-stroke conditions or impending stroke
• hypertension (high blood pressure)

Tongue:

• may be swollen
• with a sticky, thicker coating

Pulse:

• hua
• xian (slippery, wiry)

Contraindications:

• To administer the formula, both conditions must be met – the presence of phlegm and internal wind. It is not administered for dizziness from other causes. Also, use caution in individuals with Yin deficiency – herbs that transform phlegm may further "damage" it.

Note:

In chronic conditions, the formula needs to be administered for a longer period, at least 2-3 months. In acute conditions, it acts very quickly.

Composition of the formula:

Category: Digestion, psyche, nerves, insomnia, senses, heart and blood vessels, prevention, anti-aging, detox, liver system, spleen system.

Use of the formula according to Traditional Chinese Medicine:

• transforms phlegm and calms internal wind
• anchors rising liver Yang
• strengthens spleen and stomach Qi
• calms dizziness

Description:

A traditional Chinese medicine formula authored by the famous Li Dong-Yuan, author of the "Treatise on the Stomach and Spleen" (13th century), in which he focused on the "middle" – the complex of digestion – as the foundation ("grunt" – it is the earth element) for the functioning of the entire organism. The formula was later modified into its current form in the 18th century. Its basic indications are vertigo, dizziness, and headaches caused by the presence of phlegm and dampness on one hand, and liver wind on the other. At the beginning, there is often a weakening of the "middle", when digestion does not function effectively and "impure Qi" – dampness and phlegm – is created. The liver also generates so-called internal wind due to various causes (insufficient nourishment, heat, emotions). Accompanying symptoms are often nausea, a feeling of sickness, loss of appetite, a "watery" stomach, thirst, and sometimes clouded or confused thinking. It is used for Meniere's disease, dizziness with nausea and vomiting, or for nausea during pregnancy. This pattern is also a substrate for the onset of more serious neurological manifestations, such as a stroke.

The basic herb in the formula is Gastrodia, which has the ability to anchor rising liver yang, and does so gently without damaging yin substances, which is very beneficial. The formula also contains Er Chen Tang – the basic formula for transforming phlegm. Other herbs harmonise and strengthen the "middle", supplement Qi, and clear the liver. By doing this, we transform phlegm and calm internal wind – the head stops spinning and aching, and walking becomes steady again. The head is "lighter" and judgment is clearer.

Indications:

• dizziness
• vertigo
• loss of stability
• headaches, often dull, feeling of a heavy head
• nausea
• "watery stomach" type nausea
• pressure or feelings of fullness in the chest
• phlegm
• sticky feeling in the mouth
• loss of appetite
• vomiting of phlegm
• blurred vision
• disorders of speech, perception, vision
• tremor
• tingling or numbness of the limbs – often asymmetrical

Modern effects:

• vertigo
• Meniere's disease
• post-stroke conditions or threatened stroke
• hypertension (high blood pressure)

Tongue:

• may be swollen
• with a sticky, thicker coating

Pulse:

• hua
• xian (slippery, wiry)

Contraindications:

• To administer the formula, both conditions must be met – the presence of phlegm and internal wind. It is not administered for dizziness from other causes. Also, be careful with individuals with yin deficiency – herbs that transform phlegm can further "injure" it.

Note:

In chronic conditions, the formula needs to be administered for a longer period, at least 2-3 months. In acute conditions, it acts very quickly.

Formula composition: