Pao Zhi: The Methods of Preparation

In TCM and Chinese Herbology, Pao Zhi refers to methods of processing or preparing herbs to change their properties or enhance their therapeutic effects. For example, preparing an herb with ginger can reduce toxicity, or preparing an herb with honey can make it more tonifying.

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