Wine and Traditional Chinese Medicine are closely related.The origin of the two can be traced back to the oracle-bone inscription period.As wine-making technology advanced and Chinese medicine theory developed,the comprehensive understanding and utilization of wine by doctors in various dynasties emerged as a distinctive aspect of Chinese medicine.This utilization primarily encompasses two areas:making medicinal wine and processing of Chinese medicines with wine.This paper delves into the properties,flavor,meridian tropism and functions of different kinds of Chinese medicinal wines as understood by physicians across different dynasties.It also details the preparation methods and functions of these medicinal wines as recorded in the herbal prescription books of various eras,and it organizes the historical emergence and application of wine in processing Chinese medicines.Based on this,the author discusses the scientific application of wine in modern Chinese medicine to enhance its beneficial role in promoting human health.
Medicinal WineProcessing of Chinese Medicines with WineHistorical Evolution