https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sperb-s-herbs-podcast--3682358enHealth & FitnessCopyright Dr. Greg Sperberhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/210fd3b57eaa40e10eb896839f14df91.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/sperb-s-herbs-podcast--3682358Tue, 07 Apr 2026 22:22:25 +0000Dr. Greg SperberDr. Greg Sperberfeeds@spreaker.comInvestigating the Traditions and Science of Chinese Herbsfalseepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/xin-yi-magnolia-flower--71167746sperbsherbs.podbean.com/d85584a9-3af2-3e82-8ca4-6de5b6cd7bdbTue, 07 Apr 2026 21:38:12 +0000Dr. Greg SperberIn this episode, we are going to be looking at another single Chinese herb: Xīn Yí, Magnoliae Flos, or Magnolia Flower. This herb is in the Chinese medical subcategory of warm, acrid herbs that release the exterior under the category of release the...3124false107fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/maca-root-lepidium-meyenii--69083233sperbsherbs.podbean.com/6b77ec1b-07bd-329a-ad68-8ecc88357fbaTue, 16 Dec 2025 19:59:22 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode is our 100th episode! We will explore another interesting herb of the world: maca root or Lepidium meyenii. It is reported to be helpful for treating libido, fertility, and possibly menopause. We will doing our deep dive into this herb...3437false100fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/zhi-zi-gardenia-fruit--68839649sperbsherbs.podbean.com/fdbc6535-0e2a-35b4-b6d4-200f883e499dTue, 02 Dec 2025 21:45:00 +0000Dr. Greg SperberIn this episode, we are going to be looking at another single Chinese herb: Zhī Zǐ, Gardeniae Fructus, or Gardenia Fruit. This herb is in the Chinese medical sub-category of drain fire herbs under clear heat herbs. It is an important herb for draining...3369false99fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jiu-wei-qiang-huo-tang-nine-herb-decoction-with-notopterygium--68624920sperbsherbs.podbean.com/0e8a0942-66b6-3801-a6f9-a1dcd969283cTue, 18 Nov 2025 18:16:16 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode will be exploring another Chinese herbal formula, Jiǔ Wèi Qiāng Huó Tāng or Nine-Herb Decoction with Notopterygium. It is under the subcategory of formulas that release exterior wind-cold disorders and is useful for treating external...3417false98fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sang-ye-white-mulberry-leaf--68420795sperbsherbs.podbean.com/3c72326c-ece4-3b19-ad1e-f4d9f34a7780Tue, 04 Nov 2025 21:43:39 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode will be exploring another interesting Chinese herb: Sāng Yè, Mori Folium, or White Mulberry Leaf. This herb is in the Chinese medical subcategory of cool, acrid herbs that release the exterior under the category of release the exterior...3255false97fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kratom-mitragyna-speciosa--68230474sperbsherbs.podbean.com/a53c08ed-8aa4-3f61-afde-d8371f8d5f5aTue, 21 Oct 2025 17:17:43 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode is going to be more interesting than many of the herbs we have looked at. We will be looking at probably one of the most controversial herbs today: kratom or Mitragyna speciosa. It is supposed to have pain relieving properties and is...3559false96fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gao-ben-chinese-lovage-root--68069939sperbsherbs.podbean.com/e15a29e6-dd5d-3c66-a1d7-8d01196aa3c7Wed, 08 Oct 2025 22:27:58 +0000Dr. Greg SperberIn this episode, we are going to be donning our high pressure suit and diving into another single Chinese herb: gǎo běn, Ligustici Rhizoma or Chinese lovage root. This herb is in the Chinese medical sub-category of warm, acrid herbs that release the...3312false95fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ren-shen-bai-du-san-ginseng-powder-to-overcome-pathogenic-influences--67867715sperbsherbs.podbean.com/803157d8-9a9e-3798-9b44-efc034edfbffTue, 23 Sep 2025 16:44:49 +0000Dr. Greg SperberIn this episode, we will be looking at another Chinese herbal formula, Rén Shēn Bài Dú Sǎn or Ginseng Powder to Overcome Pathogenic Influences. It is under the subcategory of formulas that release exterior disorders with interior deficiency and is...3701false94fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/zhi-mu-anemarrhena-rhizome--67693048sperbsherbs.podbean.com/0ea060af-770a-3666-90a6-a474a112e4a8Tue, 09 Sep 2025 17:50:59 +0000Dr. Greg SperberIn this episode, we will be exploring another interesting and common Chinese herb: zhī mǔ, Anemarrhenae Rhizoma or Anemarrhena Rhizome. This herb is in the Chinese medical subcategory of herbs that drain fire under the category of herbs that clear...3369false93fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vasaka-justicia-adhatoda--67521878sperbsherbs.podbean.com/b17be859-b609-3ced-a799-9cc46089bc3aTue, 26 Aug 2025 19:53:38 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode will be looking at another herb of the world: Vasaka, Justicia adhatoda, or malabar nut. This is a relatively well known Ayurvedic herb used for over 2,000 years and is used primarily for respiratory complaints, though different...3411false92fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chan-tui-cicada-molting--67348445sperbsherbs.podbean.com/15ee93e6-7f19-3c2f-b87f-938cb2110cfbTue, 12 Aug 2025 18:55:48 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode will be looking at another single Chinese “herb:” chán tuì, Cicadae Periostracum, or cicada molting. This substance is in the Chinese medical sub-category of cool, acrid herbs that release the exterior. It has several interesting...2927false91fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sang-ju-yin-mulberry-leaf-and-chrysanthemum-drink--67180215sperbsherbs.podbean.com/0fbffa66-4b4e-340b-9d06-3464339baac3Tue, 29 Jul 2025 18:41:52 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode will be looking at another Chinese herbal formula: Sāng Jú Yǐn or Mulberry Leaf and Chrysanthemum Drink. This is from the formulas that release exterior wind-heat subcategory. It is a useful formula for treating early stage colds with a...3654false90fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/qiang-huo-notopterygium-root--66990175sperbsherbs.podbean.com/7cbccf29-f703-3dc2-bc08-a2681524bc89Tue, 15 Jul 2025 22:05:32 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode will be exploring another interesting Chinese herb: qiāng huó, Notopterygii Rhizoma seu Radix, or notopterygium root. This herb is in the Chinese medical subcategory of warm, acrid herbs that release the exterior under the category of...3236false89fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/saw-palmetto-serenoa-repens--66827495sperbsherbs.podbean.com/204f6a22-1a21-3cb0-a029-9e77b7ae937fTue, 01 Jul 2025 23:56:06 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode will be looking at another herb of the world: saw palmetto or Serenoa repens. This is a well known herb used for over 2,000 years and has a modern reputation for treating prostatic hyperplasia or enlarged prostate. As always, we will do...3481false88fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/shi-gao-gypsum--66595320sperbsherbs.podbean.com/d3586ccf-8050-3dc7-a98e-72eceeaf9112Tue, 17 Jun 2025 20:48:12 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode we are going to be looking at another single Chinese herb: shí gāo, Gypsum fibrosum, or just gypsum. This herb is in the Chinese medical sub-category of herbs that drain fire and is among the coldest herbs in the pharmacopeia. It is...3268false87fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ge-gen-tang-kudzu-decoction--66499655sperbsherbs.podbean.com/7a3d0ed2-68ee-3341-850e-bb64c45cef48Tue, 10 Jun 2025 21:54:08 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode will be looking at another Chinese herbal formula: Gé Gēn Tāng or Kudzu Decoction. This is from the formulas that release exterior wind-cold subcategory of the formulas that release the exterior category. It is a useful formula for...3538false86fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/niu-bang-zi-great-burdock-fruit--66303043sperbsherbs.podbean.com/3178051c-ebfb-330b-a2a8-31e311aec6f8Tue, 27 May 2025 22:19:17 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode will be exploring another interesting Chinese herb: niú bàng zǐ, Arctii Fructus, or great burdock fruit. This herb is in the Chinese medical subcategory of cool, acrid herbs that release the exterior under the category of release the...3027false85fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lemon-balm-melissa-officinalis--66075780sperbsherbs.podbean.com/f1153f26-2ed1-3c01-bef8-df53620735a2Tue, 13 May 2025 19:10:27 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode will be looking at another interesting traditional herb of the world: lemon balm or Melissa officinalis. This is a relatively well known medicinal and culinary herb with some very interesting traditional uses. As always, we will do our...3319false84fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/zi-su-ye-perilla-leaf--65797270sperbsherbs.podbean.com/12975ae1-6dc5-3726-9334-617261a9a23dTue, 29 Apr 2025 19:32:53 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode we will be looking at another Chinese herb: zǐ sū yè, Perillae Folium, or simply perilla leaf. This is another herb in the Chinese medical sub-category of warm, acrid herbs that release the exterior and can be used to calm a fetus and...3318false83fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cong-chi-tang-scallion-and-prepared-soybean-decoction--65584812sperbsherbs.podbean.com/de7b0ff4-7879-35c7-a35d-b9aede2fc30eTue, 15 Apr 2025 19:31:34 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode we will be looking at another Chinese herbal formula, in fact we are going to look at probably the first formula most of us learn in school: Cōng Chǐ Tāng or Scallion and Prepared Soybean Decoction. This is a mild formula for releasing...3370false82fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/xi-xin-asarum--65291149sperbsherbs.podbean.com/3a16d62a-37a9-3d75-894e-6c9a2dede27aTue, 01 Apr 2025 20:13:23 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode we will be exploring another interesting Chinese herb: xì xīn, Asari Herba, or asarum or Chinese wild ginger. This herb is in the Chinese medical subcategory of warm, acrid herbs that release the exterior under the category of release the...3477false81fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blond-psyllium-plantago-ovata--65111244sperbsherbs.podbean.com/40a177d7-4f8d-3a9c-bea8-4897babc897eTue, 25 Mar 2025 18:46:54 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode will be looking at another interesting traditional herb of the world: Plantago ovata (Blond Psyllium), a great source of fiber, but can it help diabetes and cholesterol? We are going to find out! As always, we will do our deep dive into...3091false80fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jing-jie-schizonepeta--64701278sperbsherbs.podbean.com/4751891d-59b7-3b11-a0fa-5a2fc184f8fcTue, 04 Mar 2025 20:24:16 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode will be exploring another single Chinese herb: jīng jiè, Schizonepetae Herba, or schizonepeta. This herb is a relatively commonly used herb in the Chinese medical sub-category of warm, acrid herbs that release the exterior and can be used...2919false79fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gan-cao-gan-jiang-fu-ling-bai-zhu-tang-licorice-ginger-poria-and-white-atractylodes-decoction--64438520sperbsherbs.podbean.com/b3e938e6-13cc-3ac6-90fc-8dc840b8193bTue, 18 Feb 2025 19:06:22 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode will be looking at another traditional Chinese formula: Gān Cǎo Gān Jiāng Fú Líng Bái Zhú Tāng or Licorice, Ginger, Poria, and White Atractylodes Decoction. This is a formula that warms the spleen and overcomes dampness and is in the...3261false78fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/da-huang-rhubarb-root--64191900sperbsherbs.podbean.com/c90f7d23-e9f0-39df-b597-ec0b5c4e28c8Tue, 04 Feb 2025 18:54:38 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode will be looking at another important and interesting traditional Chinese herb: dà huáng, Rhei Radix et Rhizoma, or rhubarb root or rhizome. This herb is a relatively commonly used herb in the Chinese medical subcategory of purgatives...3518false77fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/boswellia-serrata-indian-frankincense--63793319sperbsherbs.podbean.com/93427f89-42b8-3b71-9810-dcb9a04c3818Tue, 21 Jan 2025 22:44:49 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode will be looking at another traditional herb of the world: Boswellia serrata or Indian frankincense, an important Ayurvedic herb for treating inflammation and other conditions. As always, we will do our deep dive into this herb and look at...3304false76fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gou-teng-uncaria--63605397sperbsherbs.podbean.com/2c32cc2b-ca3c-3d06-83d3-9509ff20095eTue, 07 Jan 2025 20:56:37 +0000Dr. Greg SperberIn this episode, we will be exploring an interesting Chinese herb gōu téng, Uncariae Ramulus cum Uncis, or uncaria. This herb is a relatively commonly used herb in the Chinese medical category of substances that extinguish wind and stop tremors and...2968false75fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/huang-lian-e-jiao-tang-coptis-and-ass-hide-gelatin-decoction--63259065sperbsherbs.podbean.com/3b670bd2-8351-3dcd-9bd2-8fac98a019e6Tue, 10 Dec 2024 21:53:58 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers the covers an interesting Chinese herbal formula, huang lian e jiao tang (coptis and ass-hide gelatin decoction). This is, relatively, not so commonly used, at least in my experience, formula for treating irritability, insomnia,...3433false74fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chi-shi-zhi-halloysite-or-kaolin--63020472sperbsherbs.podbean.com/98708db0-4ea4-38bc-a6bc-6ec9767dfbfaTue, 26 Nov 2024 23:38:27 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers the Chinese "herb" chi shi zhi, Halloysitum rubrum, or red halloysite or kaolin. This mineral is in the Chinese medical category of herbs that stabilize and bind and can be used in a wide variety of conditions including chronic...3167false73fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/horseradish-armoracia-rusticana--62586000sperbsherbs.podbean.com/9ecf64e3-f003-31b9-8cc5-ccd0fdb550e8Fri, 01 Nov 2024 21:41:27 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers an herb of the world: horseradish or Armoracia rusticana, which is, of course an herb and a food. It has been used for over 2,000 years for respiratory and urinary issues as well as for culinary purposes. We are going to explore...3022false72fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ba-ji-tian-morinda-root--62252837sperbsherbs.podbean.com/800792cb-b7ad-3ad0-a52e-d38e13e57711Sat, 05 Oct 2024 19:31:08 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis 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...3217false71fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pu-ji-xiao-du-yin-universal-benefit-drink-to-eliminate-toxin--61409254sperbsherbs.podbean.com/b602c37e-34d7-39f0-b28b-9c5d18a39dfeThu, 12 Sep 2024 23:53:36 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers an interesting Chinese herbal formula, Pu Ji Xiao Du Yin or Universal Benefit Drink to Eliminate Toxin. This is a not so commonly used, at least in my experience, formula for treating illnesses and epidemics, especially something...3580false70fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tao-ren-persicae-semen--61178485sperbsherbs.podbean.com/f8e2abbb-08a4-3cf7-9305-cc229fedbf31Tue, 27 Aug 2024 22:22:15 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers the useful Chinese herb Tao Ren or Persicae Semen. This herb is used in Chinese medicine to regulate or “move” the blood which can be used in a wide variety of conditions including menstrual disorders, traumatic injuries, and...3380false69fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chamomile-matricaria-chamomilla--60972087sperbsherbs.podbean.com/156246c0-709e-3826-b85f-896f8006022aFri, 09 Aug 2024 17:42:53 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers the herb Chamomile or Matricaria chamomilla, a very commonly used herb for relaxation and to help sleep. But are there any concerns or other uses for this herb? We are going to find out! Each episode of the podcast will go into...3017false68fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ju-hong-red-tangerine-peel--60828998sperbsherbs.podbean.com/6a096fa4-d25a-3925-a168-826612fbf658Sat, 27 Jul 2024 19:48:01 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers the herb Ju Hong, red tangerine peel or Citri reticulatae Exocarpium rubrum, a qi regulating herb who’s strength actually lies in its ability to treat phelgm damp coughs and vomiting and belching Each episode of the podcast will go...3528false67fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ban-xia-xie-xin-tang-pinellia-decoction-to-drain-the-epigastrium--60570175sperbsherbs.podbean.com/f0d779b5-f24c-3b50-8986-628e0ab222d4Mon, 01 Jul 2024 17:58:08 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers the  Chinese formula Ban Xia Xie Xin Tang, or Pinellia Decoction to Drain the Epigastrium. This is a really interesting and relatively commonly used formula in one of the most important Chinese formula categories: formulas that...3624false66fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fu-ling-poria--60425848sperbsherbs.podbean.com/64b0cea0-4576-3c1e-9d1b-de5b05c4ef8aTue, 18 Jun 2024 17:13:05 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers the herb Fu ling, Poria cocos, or simply poria. This herb is one of the most commonly used Chinese herbs, though for most people outside of Chinese medicine, it is virtually unknown. It promotes urination and drains...3896false65fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/apple-of-sodom-calotropis--60031709sperbsherbs.podbean.com/3c130772-3384-329c-8ee9-95e7e0eeb168Tue, 14 May 2024 17:34:43 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers the herb Apple of Sodom or Calotropis procera. This herb is very interesting in that it has potentially biblical origins, is thought to be quite toxic, and yet has some interesting medicinal properties. Each episode of the podcast...3622false64fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mi-meng-hua-buddleia-flower-bud--59668522sperbsherbs.podbean.com/305085fc-3d21-3321-bc23-7efe1146ae83Fri, 26 Apr 2024 17:54:40 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode will cover another Chinese herb Mi Meng Hua (Buddleia flower bud). Besides covering the basics of Chinese herbology including category, and functions, we will explore the history, quality, science, pharmacology, evidence, and any...3316false63fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/supporting-and-releasing-formulas--59373171sperbsherbs.podbean.com/a7b2a789-db8b-3dad-96e8-a2dd3224ccaeTue, 09 Apr 2024 17:37:21 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode will cover one of the traditional categories of formulas, Supporting and Releasing Formulas. Besides covering the basics of Chinese herbology including the formulas in the category, and common functions, we will explore the science,...3619false62fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fang-feng-saposhnikovia-or-siler-root--58962963sperbsherbs.podbean.com/e5ec58d5-d63f-3703-977a-9c3567fd1771Thu, 07 Mar 2024 19:44:00 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers the Chinese herb Fang Feng (Saposhnikovia or Siler Root), used to treat bones and sinews as well as yang vacuity. Besides covering the basics of Chinese herbology including category, and functions, we will explore the history,...3630false61fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/eremophila-longifolia--58269537sperbsherbs.podbean.com/24d9fad2-0aa4-3f60-9e10-86313b07db2cThu, 11 Jan 2024 21:49:46 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers the Australian herb Eremophila longifolia commonly known as berrigan. This Aboriginal herb is something I know very little about and am super excited for you to join me on a journey to learn about it. As usual, we will go into...3172false60fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gu-sui-bu-drynaria-rhizome--58140831sperbsherbs.podbean.com/fbc0eccb-68a2-3e69-964c-b0ea472831a8Thu, 28 Dec 2023 19:53:06 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers the Chinese herb Gu Sui Bu (Drynaria Rhizome), used to treat bones and sinews as well as yang vacuity. Besides covering the basics of Chinese herbology including category, and functions, we will explore the history, quality,...3317false59fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/da-qing-long-tang-major-bluegreen-dragon-decoction--57945754sperbsherbs.podbean.com/a16eb6c3-9aca-3e40-b0b4-4a58b4c7d257Thu, 07 Dec 2023 22:09:03 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers the Chinese herb Da Qing Long Tang (Major Bluegreen Dragon Decoction). This is another formula that does two almost opposite things: helps exterior cold while clearing interior heat. Besides covering the basics of Chinese herbology...3890false58fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wu-wei-zi-schisandra-fruit--57812598sperbsherbs.podbean.com/a6581fb6-b93a-31a4-bb48-f8fa2d5540acSun, 26 Nov 2023 18:29:33 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers the Chinese herb Wu Wei Zi (Schisandra Fruit). This is a relatively commonly used Chinese herb. Besides covering the basics of herbology including category, and functions, we will explore the history, quality, science,...3777false57fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sumac-rhus-coriaria--57564186sperbsherbs.podbean.com/577a4b7c-f363-35f5-ad9a-1b73aa0e8c98Wed, 08 Nov 2023 19:54:36 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers the herb Sumac. This is a delicious middle eastern and African spice, but does it have medicinal properties? Spoiler alert: it does have medicinal properties and we are going to explore them with our usual thoroughness. Besides...3415false56fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/formulas-that-release-exterior-wind-cold--57198754sperbsherbs.podbean.com/dd70a23b-c399-3d68-9014-0c07c140fbafWed, 11 Oct 2023 17:17:39 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers one of the traditional categories of formulas, Formulas that Release Exterior Wind-Cold. These formulas are incredibly important for treating specific types the everyday cold and flu. Besides covering the basics of Chinese...3408false55fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bei-mu-gua-lou-san-fritillaria-and-trichosanthis-fruit-powder--56964757sperbsherbs.podbean.com/f6c5c868-11cc-3408-be78-e5b02519c13eWed, 27 Sep 2023 20:07:03 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers the Chinese formula Bei Mu Gua Lou San (Fritillaria and Trichosanthis Fruit Powder). This formula transforms phlegm by treating qi and helping the organs to do their proper jobs, while also moistening. As usual, we will go into...3396false54fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep-53-lian-qiao-forsythia-fruit--56631083sperbsherbs.podbean.com/466ba25c-e372-3eb3-a629-5bd34468205fTue, 29 Aug 2023 22:51:58 +0000Dr. Greg SperberToday, we are going to be looking at another Chinese herb:  Lian Qiao, Forsythia Fruit. This is a very commonly used Chinese herbs especially for treating colds. Or at least certain types of colds, which we are going to discuss in the episode. And as...3588false53fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep-52-curry-tree-murraya-koenigii--56488697sperbsherbs.podbean.com/f2135f4c-37ec-3665-8dd1-253f00c14a2dWed, 16 Aug 2023 16:55:32 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers the herb Curry Tree or Murraya koenigii. We will be discussing the medicinal as well as the culinary uses of this Ayurvedic herb. Each episode of the podcast will go into great depth about a single herb or formula. We cover the...2777false52fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep-51-cang-er-cao-xanthium-herb--56349070sperbsherbs.podbean.com/0c734911-40d4-386a-bd73-584ac0e06254Wed, 02 Aug 2023 18:20:13 +0000Dr. Greg SperberToday, we are going to be looking at another Chinese herb: cang er cao, xanthium or cockleburr. If this sounds familiar, we have discussed cang er zi or xanthium fruit when we discussed the formula cang er zi san or xanthium powder. That formula used...3100false51fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep-50-xue-fu-zhu-yu-tang-drive-out-stasis-from-the-mansion-of-blood-decoction--56005919sperbsherbs.podbean.com/9c0b203c-3cf4-307e-ad81-118c3a055483Wed, 05 Jul 2023 19:17:11 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode is quite a special one: it is our 50th episode! We will be covering a very interesting, and one of my favorite, formulas: xue fu zhu yu tang or drive out stasis from the mansion of blood decoction. This is a great formula for pain in the...3685false50fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep-49-dan-dou-chi-prepared-soybean--54828943sperbsherbs.podbean.com/c1b055d9-17d6-316e-911d-ee88bbdb3281Thu, 22 Jun 2023 18:05:15 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers the Chinese herb Dan Dou Chi (Prepared Soybean). This is not only a relatively common herb, it is also a very common food. Besides covering the basics of Chinese herbology including category, and functions, we will explore the...3756false49fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep-48-valerian--54133662sperbsherbs.podbean.com/01b36852-17f3-3216-9b06-80c743582a59Wed, 07 Jun 2023 23:18:02 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers the common herb Valerian. This is common and ancient herb with a good amount of scientific evidence. As usual, we will cover the basics of Valerian including its category, functions, history, quality, science, pharmacology,...3836false48fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep-47-yin-yang-huo-epimedi--53987929sperbsherbs.podbean.com/843af71b-0a13-36b6-8676-55fe3756cde7Wed, 24 May 2023 17:33:19 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers the Chinese herb Yin Yang Huo (Epimedi). This one of my favorite Chinese herbs: yín yáng huò or epimedium. The origin story for this herb gives the fifth grader in me giggles. Despite that, this is a very interesting, powerful, and...3660false47fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep46-fang-feng-tong-sheng-san-saposhnikovia-powder-that-sagely-unblocks--53813748sperbsherbs.podbean.com/eb34a97f-4fba-384f-a0f8-9e5aebfa7727Wed, 10 May 2023 23:35:47 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers the Chinese formula Fang Feng Tong Sheng San (Saposhnikovia Powder that Sagely Unblocks). This is an interesting formula that both releases the exterior and purges the interior. Each episode of the podcast will go into great depth...3956false46fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep-45-zhu-sha-cinnabar--53656282sperbsherbs.podbean.com/f9211afc-c231-3ac5-9156-dc20b7972e9eWed, 26 Apr 2023 18:31:56 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers a historically, if not currently, important herb with ramifications in alchemy and the basis of chemistry: Zhu Sha (Cinnabar). Each episode covers another traditional herb from somewhere in the world and goes into great depth about...3569false45fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep-44-shilajit--53529798sperbsherbs.podbean.com/c339e8b5-00d0-319e-a787-4adbe76cd70aThu, 13 Apr 2023 21:34:42 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers the very popular and very different Ayurvedic "herb" Shilajit. Each episode covers another traditional herb from somewhere in the world and goes into great depth about it. Besides covering the basics of the herb including its...3334false44fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep-43-zao-xin-tu-furnace-soil--53381966sperbsherbs.podbean.com/0e863a2f-16ef-3c8b-ae11-6456f78b4774Wed, 29 Mar 2023 17:30:59 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers the pretty obscure Chinese herb Zao Xin Tu (Furnace Soil). Besides covering the basics of herbology including category, and functions, we will explore the history, quality, science, pharmacology, evidence, and any potential...3429false43fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep-42-cang-er-zi-san-xanthium-powder--53217541sperbsherbs.podbean.com/36bd42c7-6ab8-350a-9828-291db89630b5Wed, 15 Mar 2023 22:43:32 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers the very useful Chinese formula Cang Er Zi San (Xanthium Powder). Besides covering the basics of herbology including category, and functions, we will explore the history, quality, science, pharmacology, evidence, and any potential...3521false42fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep-41-yi-yi-ren-chinese-pearl-barley--53077534sperbsherbs.podbean.com/eca978be-e81a-366e-9a26-f62442f44c9cThu, 02 Mar 2023 23:53:11 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers the very useful Chinese herb and food Yi Yi Ren or Chinese Pearl Barley or Job's Tears. Besides covering the basics of herbology including category, and functions, we will explore the history, quality, science, pharmacology,...3687false41fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep-40-aloe-vera--52746219sperbsherbs.podbean.com/86b27c56-a385-3645-83c9-e13c245471c3Wed, 15 Feb 2023 19:26:49 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers the herb Aloe Vera which is a Western, Ayurvedic, and Chinese herb. Besides covering the basics of herbology including category, and functions, we will explore the history, quality, science, pharmacology, evidence, and any...3585false40fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep-39-ren-shen-ginseng--52103077sperbsherbs.podbean.com/0e0230d6-1204-3a8a-b577-cc95a1ccfbc0Mon, 05 Dec 2022 19:47:37 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers the Chinese herb Ren Shen (Ginseng). Besides covering the basics of Chinese herbology including category, and functions, we will explore the history, quality, science, pharmacology, evidence, and any potential interactions of each...3317false39fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep-38-xiao-chai-hu-tang-minor-bupleurum-decoction--51983404sperbsherbs.podbean.com/7ae6f2dc-00b6-378e-aee8-337c5eaf1305Tue, 22 Nov 2022 19:24:31 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers the Chinese formula Xiao Chai Hu Tang (Minor Bupleurum Decoction).  Besides covering the basics of Chinese herbology including category, and functions, we will explore the history, quality, science, pharmacology, evidence, and any...3603false38fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep-37-nourish-the-blood-and-qi-formulas--51827524sperbsherbs.podbean.com/3d119142-63c8-3652-8ce1-9044eba1a590Tue, 08 Nov 2022 18:03:08 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers one of the traditional categories of formulas, Nourish the Blood and Qi formulas. Besides covering the basics of Chinese herbology including the formulas in the category, and common functions, we will explore the science,...3430false37fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep-36-calamus--51686237sperbsherbs.podbean.com/e76e2fc5-695c-3282-b719-5a359ecb4dfbTue, 25 Oct 2022 18:09:31 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers the herb calamus, Acori calami Rhizoma, or shui chang pu. This herb is used in the Western, Chinese, and Ayurvedic traditions of medicine. We will look at its various functions and how they may compare between traditions. And, as...3512false36fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep-35-shu-di-huang-prepared-rehmannia--51540513sperbsherbs.podbean.com/e5ab94d6-d86b-305a-babf-dea1d9f99af0Tue, 11 Oct 2022 18:22:15 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers the Chinese herb Shu Di Huang (Prepared Rehmannia), one of the most important herbs in the Chinese pharmacopeia. It is an incredibly important and commonly used herb in many tonic and gynecological formulas. As usual we will be...3308falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep-34-bai-he-gu-jin-tang-lily-bulb-decoction-to-preserve-the-metal--51409848sperbsherbs.podbean.com/d414a427-6f22-3330-b745-611a4b08dfe8Wed, 28 Sep 2022 18:41:13 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers the Chinese formula Bai He Gu Jin Tang (Lily Bulb Decoction to Preserve the Metal). This formula is actually part of an important class of herbal formulas dating back to the second century ce. We will also be discussing these Bǎi...3435falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep-33-hong-qu-red-yeast-rice--51246362sperbsherbs.podbean.com/e76d1ee6-cafa-31bb-871b-cfdd51b002c3Tue, 13 Sep 2022 18:41:35 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers the Chinese herb Hong Qu (Red Yeast Rice). This is an absolutely amazing herb which revolutionized drug care for cardiac patients. We will be taking a deep dive into cholesterol, what it is and how it is treated, as well as the...3091falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep-32-er-chen-tang-two-aged-herb-decoction--51098069sperbsherbs.podbean.com/796b250c-91db-332b-a6a6-4eee54edd197Wed, 31 Aug 2022 21:43:51 +0000Dr. Greg SperberEr Chen Tang is a foundational formula and is the mother of many famous and important formulas in Chinese herbology. It in the dry dampness and transform phlegm category of herbs, but its influence extends to much more. Historically, this formula has...3556falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep-31-tian-men-dong-asparagus-tuber--50944281sperbsherbs.podbean.com/b98c9542-3019-37d3-958c-fafae765413eWed, 17 Aug 2022 21:14:49 +0000Dr. Greg SperberWe continue our unintended exploration of delicious herbs to look at Tian Men Dong or Asparagus Tuber. This episode of Sperb’s Herbs will explore all of the uses, category, and functions, as well as the history, quality, science, pharmacology,...3067falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep-30-blackberry--50793373sperbsherbs.podbean.com/8c3451a3-794b-37d9-97f9-56dacc117446Tue, 02 Aug 2022 19:45:21 +0000Dr. Greg SperberAnother delicious herb, this episode is doing a deep dive into blackberry. We will discuss its traditional uses as well as the science behind it. And of course, we will be looking at something a little different: a landmark case for the sale and use...3481falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep-29-bo-he-mint--50636985sperbsherbs.podbean.com/4b1fe03e-68c5-3f5c-98d8-91f6dd134f71Mon, 18 Jul 2022 21:41:56 +0000Dr. Greg SperberMint is such a versatile herb: lots of various medical and culinary uses and it is super tasty. This episode of Sperb’s Herbs will explore all of these uses, category, and functions, we will explore the history, quality, science, pharmacology,...3350falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep-28-gui-zhi-tang-cinnamon-twig-decoction--50283564sperbsherbs.podbean.com/192b153e-2808-38f0-b1a0-a0d0e9008dceTue, 21 Jun 2022 19:17:27 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers another amazing Chinese herbal formula and will go into great depth about it. This time it is Gui Zhi Tang’s (Cinnamon Twig Decoction) turn. Besides covering the basics of the formula including category, and functions of both the...3378falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep-27-nourish-the-yin-herbs--50111721sperbsherbs.podbean.com/71971557-6b14-345e-b809-5cd61a7cd35dTue, 07 Jun 2022 19:47:49 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode, we are exploring another important category of herbs: the Nourish the Yin Herbs. These are incredibly useful especially in women’s medicine. However, they are widely used in many, many common formulas for everyone. Join us as we look at...3377falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep-26-wu-gong-centipede--49821821sperbsherbs.podbean.com/f0663bc7-b0c8-3aca-bd46-aafea7f8b766Mon, 16 May 2022 20:21:36 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers the Chinese herb Wu Gong (Centipede). Each episode of the podcast will go into great depth about a single herb. Besides covering the basics of Chinese herbology including category, and functions, we will explore the history,...3669falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep-25-using-formulas--49589797sperbsherbs.podbean.com/9d0b2548-540d-3bf8-b883-0585e84c1af0Thu, 28 Apr 2022 22:16:54 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode is a little different in that we will explore how to prepare, dose, and administer herbal formulas to maximize patient compliance and medical effectiveness. Looking at traditional methods of preparation, we will discuss why one would...3248falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep-24-chuan-bei-mu-fritillaria-bulb--49449067sperbsherbs.podbean.com/ecb6bb0c-8931-39d9-8574-d78363b640eaFri, 15 Apr 2022 21:39:07 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers the Chinese herb Chuan Bei Mu (Fritillaria Bulb). Each episode of the podcast will go into great depth about a single herb. Besides covering the basics of Chinese herbology including category, and functions, we will explore the...3413falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep-23-triphala-amla-myroblan-and-beleric-myrobalan--49304862sperbsherbs.podbean.com/8fd9e012-e04d-3027-af6d-997ec1434bb3Sun, 03 Apr 2022 19:13:54 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers the three herb Triphala. Each episode covers another traditional herb from somewhere in the world and will go into great depth about it. Besides covering the basics of the herb including its traditional use and functions, we will...2990falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep-22-zi-su-geng-perilla-stem--48927911sperbsherbs.podbean.com/dbee00f1-9fb4-3bb9-bf8d-1b609dde7482Wed, 02 Mar 2022 20:14:09 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers the Chinese herb Zi Su Geng (Perilla Stem). Each episode of the podcast will go into great depth about a single herb. Besides covering the basics of Chinese herbology including category, and functions, we will explore the history,...3369falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep-21-si-wu-tang-four-substances-decoction--48732478sperbsherbs.podbean.com/c175036a-d1e2-3788-8e80-b97c4627074fMon, 14 Feb 2022 20:52:12 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers the Chinese formula Si Wu Tang. Each episode of the podcast will go into great depth about a single formula. Besides covering the basics of the formula including category, and functions of both the formula and the individual herbs...3285falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep-20-huang-lian-coptis--48353810sperbsherbs.podbean.com/875136ea-96f8-3624-8739-67f984c4f19bTue, 18 Jan 2022 20:42:12 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers the Chinese herb Huang Lian (Coptis). Each episode of the podcast will go into great depth about a single herb. Besides covering the basics of Chinese herbology including category, and functions, we will explore the history,...3367falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep-19-cleome-arabica--48197153sperbsherbs.podbean.com/48da15dc-741a-3aa9-be59-c530f185733eFri, 07 Jan 2022 00:30:54 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers the herb Cleome Arabica as well as some of the culture around this herb. Each episode of the podcast will go into great depth about a single herb. Besides covering the basics of herbology including its category, and functions, we...3664falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep-17-gui-zhi-cinnamon-twig--48017428sperbsherbs.podbean.com/2ac62766-e524-384a-b3df-c2505a7f5fdaTue, 21 Dec 2021 22:30:41 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers the Chinese herb Gui Zhi (Cinnamon Twig). This is an extremely important and very commonly used herb in the Chinese materia medica. As for something a little different, we will be looking at the oaths medical practitioner's swear...3586falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep-17-cool-and-release-the-exterior-herbs--47416577
Picture Credit: Photo by Jeremy Bishop on Unsplash]]>sperbsherbs.podbean.com/56158aab-4c48-37cc-bad6-6f21430c2926Wed, 10 Nov 2021 23:51:32 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode, we are exploring another important category of herbs: Herbs that Cool and Release the Exterior. These are incredibly useful especially treating colds, flus, and other “external attacks.” Join us as we look at this category and learn...
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Picture Credit: Ming herbal (painting): Chinese pulsatilla [root]. Credit: Wellcome Collection. Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0)]]>sperbsherbs.podbean.com/35528b19-f461-3867-a3c1-a84e4514dfb4Tue, 05 Oct 2021 19:01:29 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThe Chinese herb Bai Tou Weng (Pulsatilla) is not an A-lister, but it is a useful herb. This episode will cover what it does, its history, and the science and pharmacology behind it. Plus, as something a little different, we are going to discuss...
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Picture Credit: Picture credit: Jaroslaw B., CC BY-SA 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0, via Wikimedia Commons]]>sperbsherbs.podbean.com/e4ad560f-79f4-3797-b035-90969bf56357Fri, 17 Sep 2021 19:34:26 +0000Dr. Greg SperberHops is a traditional European herb with some interesting uses. And it is a major ingredient in beer. This episode looks at both of these in depth and the science behind them. As a relative non-drinker, I was still fascinated with this exploration of...
Picture Credit: Picture credit: Jaroslaw B., CC BY-SA 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0, via Wikimedia Commons]]>3765falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep-14-ma-huang-ephedra--46317561
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The picture used is not copyrighted as it s over 100 years old. It is available at: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Melaleuca_cajuputi00.jpg.]]>sperbsherbs.podbean.com/d3a9882f-a4d3-3fe9-97db-cd8dd5ceb14eWed, 04 Aug 2021 00:33:18 +0000Dr. Greg SperberMelaleuca Cajuputi, commonly known as Paperbark, is an herb used by many Aboriginal people in Australia. Generally used for pain and congestion in respiratory infections, we will be looking at the traditional uses and modern science of this...
The picture used is not copyrighted as it s over 100 years old. It is available at: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Melaleuca_cajuputi00.jpg.]]>3481falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep-11-devil-s-claw--44898266sperbsherbs.podbean.com/6efe4eab-6d94-3326-8d63-c1875b9adffcTue, 18 May 2021 19:39:14 +0000Dr. Greg SperberDevil's Claw, an African herb, is purported to help pain and inflammation. Does the science support these claims? Let's find out!3592falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep-10-da-suan-garlic--44636231sperbsherbs.podbean.com/85d781a3-c20b-3f6e-98f6-cac632157b1cWed, 05 May 2021 00:44:05 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode covers a Chinese herb and one of the most widely used culinary powerhouses: da suan or garlic. We will be exploring the healing properties as well as some of the cautions of the "stinky rose." There may be a mention of vampires, though we...3081falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep-9-ai-ye-mugwort--43862867sperbsherbs.podbean.com/e44f1baf-34d3-315f-b7fd-e881c764b376Fri, 12 Mar 2021 20:42:44 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis episode of Sperb’s Herbs looks at a very special herb: ai ye or mugwort. On the surface, this herb does not appear to be super useful or used in a lot of formulas. However, it is beyond a doubt the most important herb for acupuncture. This is...3389falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep-8-ashwagandha--43484414sperbsherbs.podbean.com/847cfbe9-bbd7-3df5-ad0f-eeecc288e6edTue, 16 Feb 2021 01:19:16 +0000Dr. Greg SperberAshwagandha is one of the most important herbs in Ayurvedic Medicine. Sometimes referred to as "Indian ginseng" in the West, it is often referred to as an adaptogen, just like its Asian and American ginseng counterparts. In simple terms, this means it...3624falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep-7-warm-and-release-the-exterior-herbs--33756633sperbsherbs.podbean.com/9d28b485-56cb-5f98-bb25-83b453241e59Fri, 26 Jun 2020 23:26:56 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis is not only Sperb’s Herbs first discussion of a category of herbs, it also happens to be the first category of herbs learned by most practitioners. Join us as we explore how external conditions occur and how they are treated using Warm and...4144falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep-6-xiao-yao-san-rambling-powder--31565568sperbsherbs.podbean.com/a53b10b5-c0c1-5e37-9579-c1854a840604Wed, 17 Jun 2020 22:44:40 +0000Dr. Greg SperberXiāo Yáo San, translated as "Rambling Powder," is one of the most widely used formulas in Chinese medicine. It gently harmonizes the Spleen and Liver and treats a wide variety of modern conditions.4019falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep-5-dang-gui-angelica--19539200sperbsherbs.podbean.com/sperbs-herbs-ep-5-dang-gui-angelica-2ade371e67cd9b598693b9e628b527b4Wed, 16 Oct 2019 18:36:58 +0000Dr. Greg SperberFinally, an “A” lister: Dang Gui is definitely one of the all-stars of Chinese herbology. As a cornerstone of many formulas to help build the blood and affect the menses, it is one of the most important herbs in the Chinese pharmacopoeia. Join us as...3713falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep-4-kava-kava--19314795sperbsherbs.podbean.com/sperbs-herbs-ep-4-kava-kava-28bc7c6ffa80543f6ee5117f4860d6c9Tue, 01 Oct 2019 22:31:31 +0000Dr. Greg SperberKava-Kava, also known as just Kava, has very interesting herbal properties, but is also culturally very important as a medicine, an intoxicant,  and for religious, political, and social purposes. It’s pharmacology has been well studied. And it has...3689falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperbs-herbs-ep-3-sha-ren--19120692sperbsherbs.podbean.com/sperbs-herbs-ep-3-sha-ren-10d7db8cca2c6a7a40413a8055028a7fMon, 16 Sep 2019 20:58:13 +0000Dr. Greg SperberShā Rén, one of the cardamoms, is one of my favorite herbs, for many reasons. Besides being one of the best tasting herbs, it’s actions speak to me by helping to treat dampness and strengthen the spleen. While not necessarily an “A” list herb, please...3584falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperbs-herbs-ep-2-shi-quan-da-bu-tang--31572654sperbsherbs.podbean.com/sperbs-herbs-ep-2-shi-quan-da-bu-tang-b7c09835943ace302909c0ac0b1951f1Thu, 22 Aug 2019 17:02:18 +0000Dr. Greg SperberThis one is personal: this is the formula I have been on for quite a while now. It lives up to its translation of “All Inclusive Great Tonifying Decoction.” It is kind of an all-purpose formula in that it tonifies all four of the basic substances: qi,...4006falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sperb-s-herbs-ep1-gou-qi-zi-goji--18932568sperbsherbs.podbean.com/ep-1-%e2%80%93-g%c7%92u-q%c7%90-z%c7%90-goji-c27fe20aa0beaa31a2ee90ccda9a3fefTue, 20 Aug 2019 23:15:57 +0000Dr. Greg SperberGou Qi Zi, also known as Goji or Goji berries, has become an incredibly popular “super food” in the last several years. This podcast will explore this herb, it’s Chinese history and uses, as well as the hype surrounding it. Is all the hype deserved?...3529falsefull