Maltose (Barley Malt Sugar) … Classic Formulas
Yi Tang · Saccharum Granorum
Primary Actions
- Tonifies Qi and warms and strengthens the Spleen and Stomach; the most direct grain-derived nourishment for Middle Burner deficiency-Cold
- Moistens the Lung and stops cough from Lung dryness or deficiency
- Relaxes spasm and alleviates pain, particularly abdominal cramping from Middle Burner deficiency-Cold
Classic Formulas
- Xiao Jian Zhong Tang (Minor Construct the Middle Decoction)
Classical Text References
- Shang Han Lun (Treatise on Cold Damage, Zhang Zhongjing, c. 200 CE) uses Yi Tang as the chief herb in Xiao Jian Zhong Tang, where its heavy sweetness both tonifies Qi and relaxes spasm