Herb Profiles

Bai Shao, White Peony Root, is bitter, sour, and slightly cold.

Bai Shao is commonly used to treat many women’s conditions. It’s in many different formulas for women especially to alleviate difficult and painful menstruation. It can relieve painful cramps and spasms anywhere in the body. It nourishes the blood. Bai Shao soothes the nerves and can help alleviate premenstrual symptoms. 

Da Zao, Chinese Red Dates is an immune regulator and protective of the liver. It soothes the gastrointestinal tract. In Chinese medicine it tonifies the Spleen and increases the Qi of the body. It also nourishes the blood and calms the spirit. Spirit calming herbs are those that help alleviate stress and anxiety. It harmonizes the effects of herbs in a formula and helps digestion.

Dang Gui, Angelica Root, is sweet, acrid, and warm. It means “state of return” because of its ability to induce the proper return of qi and blood to where it belongs in the body.

Dang Gui is considered a sagely herb for women because of its ability to treat a variety of women’s conditions. It’s one of the most important herbs for women and a main ingredient in many gynecological formulas in Chinese medicine.

Dang Gui tonifies the blood and regulates menstruation. It helps stop pain. Dang Gui is a precious herb during the postpartum period because it helps to nourish and move the blood.

If you are pregnant or nursing, always consult a healthcare practitioner before taking this herb for your specific health condition. 

Dang Shen, Codonopsis, is sweet and neutral in temperature. It supports a healthy digestive system. It increases the Qi of digestion. It supports the immune system and tonifies the lungs. It helps with fatigue, lack of strength, poor appetite, and helps with recovery from a long illness.

Gou Qi Zi - Goji Berries, is sweet and neutral in temperature. Since ancient times it was regarded for enhancing vitality and beauty. It’s an antioxidant and has immune enhancing properties. In Chinese medicine it nourishes the blood and the yin, as well as brightens the eyes. 

Huang Qi, Astragalus root, is sweet and slightly warms the body. According to Chinese Medicine, Wei Qi, also called Defense Qi, is our first layer of protection against pathogens like bacteria and viruses. Huang Qi increases the Wei Qi of the body to prevent and fight off illness.

Huang Qi is an adaptogen which helps the body combat stress and fatigue. It strongly tonifies the body to generate blood and fluids.

Huang Qi is especially good for people who often get colds and who have weak immune systems. It’s often included in many Traditional Chinese Medicine formulas that support immunity.

Ling Zhi, Reishi Mushroom, is sweet and neutral in temperature. Reishi mushroom has long been regarded by people since ancient times for its wide ranging beneficial effects on the mind and body. Ling Zhi supports the immune system, helps fight stress and fatigue, and restores and optimizes adrenal function. Ling Zhi is also a broad spectrum anti-allergy herb.

Reishi can be combined with other medicinal mushrooms like shiitake and maitake. You can find it in many supplements that support immunity.

Long Yan Rou, Longan Fruit, is sweet and warm. It nourishes the blood and calms the spirit. It helps with sleep. It’s a soothing herb for someone who is overworked and overwhelmed. One of its main functions is to soothe the nervous system and the brain to alleviate mental and physical fatigue.