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PAX: Gan Mai Da Zao Tang

Posted by Frank Griffo on Feb 12th 2026

PAX: Gan Mai Da Zao Tang

PAX: Emotional Resilience & Spirit Support PAX is our professional-grade interpretation of Gan Mai Da Zao Tang (Licorice, Wheat, and Jujube Decoction), a formula revered for nearly two millennia for its ability to stabilize the spirit during tim … read more
The Heart-Mind

Posted by Frank Griffo, L.Ac. on Feb 4th 2026

The Heart-Mind

The Heart-Mind In the modern West, we have inherited a way of looking at ourselves that partitions our sense of self: we think with our brains—the cold, logical seat of reason—and we feel with our hearts—the warm, sometimes irratio … read more
Ban Lan Gen

Posted by Frank Griffo, L.Ac. on Nov 10th 2025

Ban Lan Gen

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
Understanding Cold and Flu

Posted by Frank Griffo, L.Ac. on Dec 9th 2024

Understanding Cold and Flu

Understanding Cold and Flu Through the Lens of Traditional Chinese Medicine Cold and Flu is often viewed as a condition that affects the respiratory system. However, in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the approach goes beyond just treating respi … read more