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  • Title: Pharmacological basis of 'Yang-invigoration' in Chinese medicine.
    Author: Ko KM, Mak DH, Chiu PY, Poon MK.
    Journal: Trends Pharmacol Sci; 2004 Jan; 25(1):3-6. PubMed ID: 14723971.
    Abstract:
    The 'Yin-Yang' theory is an ancient Chinese philosophy that underlies the practice of traditional Chinese medicine. Although Yang-tonic herbs tend to boost body function possibly through enhancing the mitochondrial oxidative processes, the Yin property (i.e. antioxidant potential) of these herbs can also play a role in safeguarding mitochondrial ATP generation. The pharmacological basis of 'Yang-invigoration' by Chinese tonic herbs might be due primarily to the enhancement of mitochondrial ATP generation.
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