Chapter 8

Question 0

Reduces food stagnation, harmonizes stomach

**Also added to pills containing Minerals to aid their absorption and digestion

Answer 0

Shen Qu

Question 1

Reduces food stagnation & transforms accumulation
Transforms blood stasis & dissipates clumps
Stops Diarrhea
Treats hypertension
Meat and greasy food accumulation

Answer 1

Shan Zha

Question 2

Reduces food stagnation due to starches & fruits, strengthens Stomach
Restrains lactation
Facilitates smooth flow of Liver Qi

Answer 2

Mai Ya (Barley Sprouts)

Question 3

Reduces food stagnation and strengthens stomach & spleen

**2 herbs, one is neutral and other warm

Answer 3

Su Ya (warm)- Millet Sprouts
Dao Ya (Neutral)- Rice Sprouts

Also goes by Gu Ya

Question 4

Reduces food stagnation, eliminates distention
Causes Qi to descend, reduce phlegm
Treats hypertension

Answer 4

Lai Fu Zi (Radish Seed)

Question 5

Strongly reduces food stagnation, improves Spleen’s transportive function
Secures Essence, stops enuresis
Transforms hardness, dissolves stones

Answer 5

Ji Nei Jin (Chicken Gizzard Lining)