Ba Ji Tian (Morinda root)

This episode covers  covers the Chinese herb Ba Ji Tian or Morinda root, Morindae officinalis Radix. This is a yang tonifying herb which can also strengthen the sinews, and expel wind-dampness. As usual, we will explore all the intracacies of this herb as well as an explanation of its category. Each episode of the podcast will go into great depth about a single herb or formula. Besides covering the basics of herbology including category, and functions, we will explore the history, quality, science, pharmacology, evidence, and any potential interactions of each herb. And then there is always something a little quirky about an episode. In this episode, we are going to look at why (not how) herbs work by examining coherent coupling and plant-human coalitions. Please join us as we find out more about this fascinating Chinese herb Ba Ji Tian or Morinda root!

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