Woodblock printing was already a widely used technique in the Tang Dynasty. However, this kind of printing tech was expensive and time-consuming. Until the Song Dynasty (960-1279), a man named Bi Sheng (990â1051) invented movable type printing, making it quicker and easier.
Asafoetida has been used as a medicinal herb for many decades, with some people choosing to make a tea from it in order to drink it plain. Despite its pungent aroma, it is known to alleviate stomach ailments, cold symptoms, anxiety issues, chronic fatigue, yeast infections, and painful gas and flatulence.
It is believed to be the best medicine to fight influenza. In 1918, it was used to fight Spanish Influenza pandemic. Taiwanese scientists have found out that root of asafoetida produces a natural medicine that kills the H1N1 virus. It is also used to help digestion.It is also said to be a good medicine for asthma and bronchitis. Unani medicine use asafoetida as an antiepileptic medicine.t is believed to be the best medicine to fight influenza. In 1918, it was used to fight Spanish Influenza pandemic. Taiwanese scientists have found out that root of asafoetida produces a natural medicine that kills the H1N1 virus. It is also used to help digestion.