PREFACE

Plants have been cherished for their medicinal properties since the dawn of civilization. Ancient Chinese cultures, as early as 3,000 BC, were meticulously cultivating herbs for their healing benefits. Today, this age-old practice continues to thrive, with the World Health Organization (WHO) estimating that 80% of the global population incorporates herbal medicines into their primary health care.

In this spirit of enduring tradition and innovation, the Atikopa Realm Medicine Buddha (ARMB) Research Center was established by the visionary Dr. S. X. Yang in the picturesque town of Portland, Oregon. Nestled within a sprawling 100-acre experimental herb cultivation base, the center is a testament to Dr. Yang’s unwavering commitment to the principle of “Food as Medicine.” Here, research, education, and the global promotion of herbal medicine flourish, guided by Dr. Yang’s passion and dedication to advancing this invaluable aspect of natural health care.