Tonics

Tonics, a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) cornerstone, are specialized herbal formulations designed to foster equilibrium in physiological and psychological states (Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 2019). These tonics are endorsed by the World Health Organization (WHO) as adjuncts for promoting health and are formulated to harmonize specific bodily systems as delineated by TCM principles (WHO, Traditional Medicine Strategy 2014-2023). The 'Three Treasures' in TCM A robust tonic regimen in TCM nourishes the 'Three Treasures': 1. Jing: The foundational life energy, categorized into Yin and Yang Jing, each with distinct attributes like nourishment and activation (National Institutes of Health, TCM Review). 2. Qi: Representing vitality and adaptability, it includes protective Qi that operates within the skin's subcutaneous layer to adapt to environmental shifts (USDA, Herbal Medicine Guidelines). 3. Shen: Symbolizing consciousness and spiritual might, is divided into Shen Yin and Shen Yang, responsible for stabilization and expansion, respectively (Chen et al., 2017, Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine).