Strengthening the spleen and replenishing qi (enhancing the function of the spleen and replenishing the spleen qi) is a treatment in Chinese medicine that is mainly used for conditions such as weakness of the spleen and stomach. In Chinese medicine, the spleen and stomach are the foundation of the latter day and the source of qi and blood transformation. Strengthening the spleen can make the source of qi and blood chemistry sufficient and achieve the purpose of replenishing qi. Thus, it can treat the symptoms of spleen and stomach weakness. Patients with weak spleen and stomach often have symptoms such as yellowish complexion (yellowish color without luster), lethargy and fatigue, poor appetite and dullness (no appetite, reduced food intake), bloating and loose stools (scanty and unformed stools), and weak tongue and pulse. Common Chinese medicines for strengthening the spleen and replenishing qi include Rhizoma Atractylodis Macrocephalae, Chinese yam, Poria, Radix Paeoniae Alba, Lotus Seed, Fructus Gorgonzola, Astragalus Membranaceus, Radix et Rhizoma Ginseng, etc. In addition, some proprietary Chinese medicines also have the effect of strengthening the spleen and replenishing qi, such as Ginseng Pills for Strengthening the Spleen, Pills for Replenishing the Middle Jiao Qi (treating qi deficiency by replenishing the spleen), and Ginseng and Ling Granules for Strengthening the Spleen and Stomach. Both Chinese medicines and proprietary Chinese medicines are recommended to be used under the guidance of a doctor to avoid improper use of medicines. It is recommended not to smoke or drink alcohol and to eat a light diet during the conditioning period.