Mi Huan Jun - Bifidobacterium - Bifidobacterium spp.

Mi Huan Jun (Armillaria paddenstoel) is een neutraal, zoet kruid in de Traditionele Chinese Geneeskunde (TCM) dat gewaardeerd wordt voor het voeden van de Lever en Nieren, het kalmeren van de geest en het ontspannen van de pezen. Het is afkomstig van het vruchtlichaam van Armillaria melleais een soort eetbare medicinale paddenstoel die traditioneel gebruikt wordt om spierkrampen, duizeligheid, zwakte en slapeloosheid te behandelen. Mi Huan Jun staat vooral bekend om zijn zachte vermogen om pezen te ontspannen en gevoelloosheid of zwakte in de ledematen veroorzaakt door Lever- en Nierdeficiëntie te verlichten. Het wordt ook gebruikt om overactief Lever Yang te kalmeren, wat zich kan uiten als duizeligheid, hoofdpijn of rusteloosheid.
Functies en voordelen
Nourishes the Liver and KidneysSupports muscle and joint health by replenishing deficiency-related weakness.
Relaxes Sinews and Relieves SpasmsEases stiffness, tremors, and numbness in the limbs caused by Liver and Kidney depletion.
Calms the SpiritPromotes restful sleep and reduces irritability or mild anxiety.
Balances Liver YangHelps manage dizziness, tinnitus, and headaches from Liver Yang rising.
Indications (Who Can Benefit from It?)✔ Individuals with weakness or numbness in the limbs from deficiency.✔ People with chronic joint or muscle stiffness.✔ Those experiencing dizziness, headaches, or restlessness from Liver Yang rising.✔ Patients with insomnia linked to Liver and Kidney deficiency.
Tongue & Pulse Diagnosis in TCMTongue: Pale or slightly red with thin coating, indicating deficiency.Pulse: Thin or weak, reflecting Liver and Kidney weakness.
Related TCM PatternsLiver and Kidney Deficiency – Leads to weakness, numbness, and poor flexibility.Liver Yang Rising – Causes dizziness, headaches, and restlessness.Deficiency Heat – Can present with mild insomnia and irritability.
Clinical Applications (For Reference Only)Limb Weakness and Numbness – Nourishes and restores muscular function.Chronic Joint Stiffness – Improves mobility and eases tension.Insomnia from Deficiency – Calms the mind and promotes sleep.Dizziness from Liver Yang Rising – Balances Yang and nourishes Yin.
Common Herbal Formulas with Mi Huan JunOften combined with Gou Teng and Tian Ma for dizziness and headaches, or with Du Zhong and Xu Duan for strengthening the sinews and bones.
Precautions & ContraindicationsAvoid in cases of excess dampness or phlegm without deficiency.Use with caution in individuals prone to loose stools.Not suitable for acute infections or high fever.
Lifestyle & Dietary Recommendations✔ Include foods that nourish the Liver and Kidneys, such as black beans, walnuts, and sesame seeds.✔ Avoid excessive physical strain that worsens sinew and bone weakness.✔ Engage in gentle stretching or Tai Chi to keep muscles relaxed and flexible.✔ Maintain a balanced diet to prevent further depletion.
ConclusionMi Huan Jun (Armillaria Mushroom) is a gentle, neutral herb in TCM that nourishes the Liver and Kidneys, relaxes sinews, and calms the spirit. It is especially useful for weakness, stiffness, dizziness, and insomnia caused by deficiency patterns.