Herbs That Regulate Qi

Question 0

Describe the action of herbs that regulate Qi

Answer 0

These herbs unblock stagnant Qi, especially of the organs LV, SP and ST.
Most of the herbs are aromatic and drying in nature, and long term use can damage yin.

Question 1

Name 5 herbs that regulate Qi

Answer 1

Chen Pi (1+)
Zhi Shi (1+)
Xiang Fu (1)
Mu Xiang
Chuan Lian Zi (1)

Question 2

Chen Pi (1+)

Answer 2

• regulates the Qi
• improves the transportive function of the SP
• treats any type of nausea and vomiting
• helps prevent stagnation (from cloying herbs)
  (orange peel)

Question 3

Zhi Shi (1+)

Answer 3

• breaks up stagnant Qi and reduces accumulation
• directs Qi downward and unblocks the bowels
  (immature bitter orange)

Question 4

Xiang Fu (1)

Answer 4

• go to Qi mover for practitioners
• spreads and regulates LV Qi
• regulates menstruation and alleviates pain

Question 5

Mu Xiang (2)

Answer 5

• adjusts and regulates stagnant Qi in the intestines (and LV) - tenesmus
• strengthens SP and prevents stasis

Question 6

Chuan Lian Zi (1)

Answer 6

• promotes the movement of Qi and stops pain
• for pain from LV/ST disharmony
• COLD herb