The Stove in the Belly
Good digestion requires warmth. If the “Middle Warmer” (Spleen and Stomach) becomes too cold, digestion becomes sluggish, the abdomen feels cold, and stools can become loose. Two formulas offer a solution.
Li Zhong Wan: De Milde Kachel
“Li Zhong” means “Regulate the Middle”.
Ingredients:Dried Ginger, Ginseng, Atractylodes, Licorice.
Operation:Dried ginger brings a gentle, steady warmth to the digestive system. The other herbs enhance energy.
Application:For people who quickly catch a cold in the stomach, benefit from warm food and drinks, and need digestive support.
Fu Zi Li Zhong Wan: De Turbo Kachel
This formula adds one ingredient:Fu Zi(Aconite root, specially processed).
Operation: Fu Ziis one of the hottest herbs in Chinese medicine. It warms not only the stomach but the entire body (“yang”).
Application:For situations where the cold is deeply rooted. Think of icy hands and feet, a strong aversion to cold, and a digestive system that requires a lot of warmth to get going. It provides a powerful boost to internal heat management.