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Why Tinctures and Teas are Better Together At Griffo Botanicals, we’ve always believed that herbal medicine shouldn't be a "one size fits all" delivery system. Every patient has a different constitution, a different lifestyle, and a different p … read more

Stress: The Overlap Between Cortisol, Hormones, and Liver Qi Constraint The modern stress conversation is dominated by neuroendocrinology. We talk about cortisol spikes, dopamine depletion, sex hormone dysregulation, sleep cycle disruption and … read more

Herbal snapshot for pattern-based care. Ban Lan Gen (Isatidis Radix) is used to support healthy immune, throat, and respiratory function, particularly during seasonal or environmental challenges. Modern research continues to explore its role in suppo … read more

Every cold or flu follows a path. From the first tickle in the throat to the slow return of appetite and energy, each stage of illness reflects a dynamic battle between xie qi—the invading pathogen—and zheng qi, the body’s defensi … read more

Bai Zhu (Atractylodes macrocephala): An Unsung Hero Dried rhizomes of Bai Zhu, commonly called White Atractylodes Rhizome, is one of the quintessential qi-tonifying herbs in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). It is highly regarded for its ability t … read more

Spleen - A Vital Organ By Frank Griffo · Published August 5, 2025 Over the course of 20 years of practice I have struggled talking to patients about some of the "unique" thought processes inherent in Chinese medicine.  One concept that … read more