Hello everyone, I am Dr. Wang. In daily life, many people have this kind of trouble: they can't find things they just put down, or they suddenly forget what they were about to say right before it's on their lips, and their memory keeps getting worse. From a TCM perspective, this forgetfulness is closely related to our heart.

TCM teaches that the heart governs the mind. What is the mind? Simply put, our daily thinking activities and judgment are under the control of the heart. For example, the heart is like the CEO of the body's "big company," overseeing the operation of all mental activities. If the heart qi is insufficient, the heart can't work properly, making it easy to forget. It's like a machine lacking power; its operation naturally becomes smooth. Therefore, to improve forgetfulness, the key is to replenish the heart qi and restore the heart's "full vitality."

When it comes to replenishing heart qi, the medicinal king Sun Simiao has a formula that has been passed down for a thousand years—Xinkai San, specifically designed to address various memory issues. Although this formula only contains four herbs, their combination is clever, and the effect is remarkable.

First, let's talk about ginseng. Ginseng is a star player in boosting qi. It doesn't discriminate; it can nourish the qi of all five zang organs and six fu organs. It's like injecting powerful energy into every department of the body, giving the heart, the "CEO," enough confidence to direct all activities. With sufficient heart qi, thinking naturally becomes sharper, and memory gradually improves.

Next, consider poria. Poria has many functions. On one hand, it tonifies the spleen and eliminates dampness. In traditional Chinese medicine, the spleen is considered the foundation of postnatal health. A healthy spleen ensures the body's qi and blood are generated properly. With ample qi and blood, the heart can be better nourished. On the other hand, poria also calms the mind and spirit. Many people today face high stress, often feeling restless and having poor sleep, which affects heart qi. Poria acts like a caring comforter, helping the heart to calm down and enter a peaceful state. Moreover, if there is phlegm-dampness in the body, it's like a fog covering the heart, making a person feel sluggish and mentally unclear. Poria can remove this phlegm-dampness, allowing the heart to regain clarity.

Then there's acorus. Acorus has a unique, fragrant aroma, and this scent is no ordinary one—it can open the orifices and awaken the mind. In traditional Chinese medicine, the body's orifices are like windows. If they are not unobstructed, the flow of qi will be blocked. Acorus is like a small key that can open these orifices, allowing qi to flow smoothly. For those with memory issues, acorus can help dispel the "mist" in their minds, making their thinking clearer.

Finally, let's talk about Polygala. The name of this herb itself carries a meaningful implication—it can broaden a person's aspirations and also enhance their hearing and vision. From a traditional Chinese medicine perspective, Polygala can unblock the nine orifices. The nine orifices of the human body are like nine channels, and Polygala can keep these channels unobstructed, allowing qi and blood to flow more effectively to the head, nourishing the brain. In this way, a person's memory naturally improves.

These four herbs, when combined, work like a closely coordinated team. Ginseng replenishes qi, providing power to the heart; Poria alba strengthens the spleen, eliminates dampness, calms the mind, and removes "disturbances" around the heart; Acorus calamus opens the orifices and awakens the brain, making thinking clearer; Polygala unblocks the nine orifices and enhances memory. They work together to both awaken the mind and open the orifices, while also replenishing the heart's qi. With sufficient heart qi, a person is like a fully charged battery, full of energy and a more joyful mood. This is perhaps why the formula is called Happy Powder.

If you also suffer from forgetfulness, why not try this formula? With the guidance of a professional doctor and proper use, it might just help you regain a good memory!