{"title":"Bai shao","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"anchor-the-yang","title":"Anchor the Yang","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnchor the Yang\u003c\/strong\u003e addresses rising excess Heat and\/or Internal Wind patterns. These patterns most often occur when Kidney Yin is deficient and is failing to nourish the Liver, leading to Liver Yin deficiency and ascending Liver Yang. Over time, the vigorous Heat generated from the ascending Yang will produce Wind, rising to the head and with occasional dizziness, head pressure, stiff neck and red face, denoting an excess nature. There will be a red tongue and excess pulse, with a slight manifestation of Blood or Yin deficiency signs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnchor the Yang\u003c\/strong\u003e subdues ascendant Liver Yang, clears Heat, cools the Liver and tonifies and invigorates the Blood. Several herbs directly clear and cool excess Heat. Chinese motherwort fruit clears Heat, regulates Blood, breaks up stasis, and cools the Liver. Tree peony root bark and Chinese rhubarb rhizome and root clear Heat and Fire, and invigorate the Blood. Prunella fruit spike clears Liver Fire Blazing upward and disperses clumps. Coptis rhizome and Abalone shell further assist by draining Fire, with Coptis rhizome also relieving blazing Fire and Abalone shell calming ascendant Liver Yang.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGambir stem branch and twig drains Liver Heat and extinguishes Wind, especially patterns of Liver Heat with internal stirring of Liver Wind. Gastrodia rhizome cools and calms the Liver, subdues Wind and addresses Wind Phlegm patterns. Chrysanthemum flower disperses Wind, clears Heat and cools and tonifies the Liver.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRaw Rehmannia root clears Heat and cools the Blood, nourishes the Yin, and generates fluids. Dong quai root tonifies and invigorates the Blood, and White peony root tonifies Blood, nourishes the Yin, extinguishes Wind, and breaks up stagnation. It replaces Donkey hide gelatin which is on the CITES list for endangered species. All together, these herbs tonify and nourish Blood and Yin and provide an essential action to relieve Heat and cool the Blood.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAchyranthes root invigorates Blood, dispels Blood stasis and directs Fire downward. Amber resin settles and calms the Shen and moves the Blood. Sichuan lovage rhizome and Sandalwood invigorate Blood, promote the movement of Qi, and break up stagnation. Sichuan lovage rhizome expels Wind. Sandalwood replaces Aquilaria, which is found in the original formula, and is no longer available due to regulatory restrictions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnchor the Yang\u003c\/strong\u003e addresses ascendant Liver Yang transforming into internal Wind and underlying Blood deficiency. \u003cstrong\u003eGastrodia and Uncaria Wind Relief\u003c\/strong\u003e also addresses ascendant Liver Yang, but with a stronger focus on anchoring Liver Yang rising, and less of a focus on the underlying Blood deficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eORIGINS AND DEVELOPMENT\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnchor the Yang\u003c\/strong\u003e is a modern formula (within the last 50 years).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"02-KT-ancho","offers":[{"title":"1 ounce \/ Extract","offer_id":44843188650302,"sku":"AY1","price":14.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"120 tablets \/ Tablets","offer_id":44843188781374,"sku":"AY120","price":20.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2 ounces \/ Extract","offer_id":44843188683070,"sku":"AY2","price":27.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300 tablets \/ Tablets","offer_id":44841524789566,"sku":"AY300","price":48.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"60 tablets \/ Tablets","offer_id":44843188748606,"sku":"AY60","price":11.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 ounces \/ Extract","offer_id":44843188715838,"sku":"AY8","price":91.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/4365\/5742\/products\/Kan_Traditionals_Anchor_the_Yang_Extract.png?v=1677647550"},{"product_id":"bupleurum-and-four-substance-decoction","title":"Bupleurum and Four Substance Decoction 1 oz","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 46\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product has been \u003cstrong\u003ediscontinued\u003c\/strong\u003e, however our consultants have recommended using a combination of other formulas as follows. You can obtain a similar effect by combining 50% \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kanherb.com\/products\/minor-bupleurum\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Minor Bupleurum Formula\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eMinor Bupleurum\u003c\/a\u003e (Xiao Chai Hu Tang) and 50% \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kanherb.com\/products\/four-substances\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Four Substances Formula\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eFour Substances\u003c\/a\u003e (Si Wu Tang).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTonifies Yin and Blood and moves the Blood. For \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eShao Yang \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003epatterns.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"10-KZ-buple","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44843192811838,"sku":"BFS1","price":14.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/4365\/5742\/products\/Alembic_Herbals_Bupleurum_and_Four_Substance_Decoction_Extract.png?v=1677647589"},{"product_id":"ease-strain","title":"Ease Strain","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 37\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 59\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn Chinese traditional herbology, the brain is neither a solely physical nor spiritual entity, but like the other major organs, an embodied intelligence, an organized nexus of material and immaterial substances. As a curious organ, the brain is a focus of feeling and consciousness, the enigmatic unity of Mind and Essence \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(\u003cem\u003eShen and Jing\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eunder the governance of the Heart and Kidney. While the brain is perceived as the core of bodily information, it is the Channels and Organ Networks that nurture and protect it. Accordingly, herbs that support the spiritual, cognitive and sensate life of the body must harmonize the relationship between the Heart and Kidney, and at the same time support the subordinate roles of the Spleen, Lung and Liver.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWesterners commonly understand the root of sensory, emotional and mental life to be the integrative function of the Central and Autonomic Nervous Systems, including the brain, spinal cord and the Sympathetic and Parasympathetic nerve roots and ganglia. In recent years, the concept of mind has broadened beyond the model of nerves and synapses. The existence of neuropeptides circulating throughout the body suggests that the mind has escaped from the confines of the brain and spinal cord into the entire body. Our modern cognitive model is beginning to resemble the unified \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eShen-Jing \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(Heart-Kidney) paradigm of the ancient Chinese.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis formula constitutes a multi-modal approach that not only eases the mind and relaxes nerves, but also relieves internally generated \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eDu \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003eand corrects the disturbances of Qi, Moisture and Blood that ensue when the brain\/mind is ungrounded of its customary anchors. The herbs in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEase Strain \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehelp to moderate occasional erratic fluctuations in mood and attention that occur during unsettling circumstances. Its aim is neither to sedate nor elevate, but rather to curb the transient feelings of chaos that a person can experience in transition from dependency to freedom.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 60\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe organizing principles in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEase Strain \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003einclude quieting and mooring the Mind \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(\u003cem\u003eShen\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, transforming Phlegm, clearing Heat, extinguishing Wind, relaxing muscles, soothing nerves, repressing Yang, eliminating \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eDu \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003eand replenishing Yin (Blood and Moisture). In a broader context, the herbs harmonize the interaction of the five viscera and faculties of consciousness: the Kidney-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eZhi \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(instinctual awareness), the Heart-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eShen\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(unrestricted awareness), the Lung-Po (subliminal awareness), the Liver- Hun (somatic awareness) and the Spleen-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eYi \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(cognitive awareness).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 60\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRATIONALE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 60\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLicorice cured Pinellia rhizome, bile prepared Arisaema rhizome, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePolygala root, Peucedanum root, Lily bulb and Sichuan fritillary bulb \u003c\/span\u003etransform both visible and invisible Phlegm that can become entangled with Heat and Internal Wind, occasionally clouding the Upper Orifices and slowing the free flow of thoughts and feelings. Arisaema rhizome and Abalone shell are useful in addressing occasional dizziness due to Wind-Damp and Wind-Phlegm. Licorice cured Pinellia rhizome is useful for a broad spectrum of Damp-Phlegm patterns, particularly those that affect the Middle and Upper Burners. 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They address occasional apprehension, restlessness, insomnia and an occasional sense of vacancy and rootlessness. Sichuan fritillary bulb, Lily bulb, and Ophiopogon tuber transform Phlegm and replenish Moisture in the Upper Burner while supporting collaboration between the Lung and Heart. This eases occasional feelings of melancholy or sorrow and promotes the coordinated effort of the Heart and Lung to ceaselessly disseminate the Qi and Blood.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGambir stem branch and twig, Capillaris herb, Abalone shell, Amber resin and White peony root dispel Wind, subdue Yang and the flaring of Fire, stabilize the Yin and relax the sinews and nerves. Gardenia fruit purges Heat and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eDu\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and in concert with Sichuan lovage rhizome, dry fried Bitter orange immature fruit and Peucedanum root, disentangles the Qi and supports healthy circulation. 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It also aptly describes the concept of how Liver Qi should ideally circulate and flow freely in the body, fostering a mental openness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFree and Easy Wanderer is a cornerstone formula that regulates and harmonizes the Liver and Spleen. Disharmony between the Liver and Spleen may arise from either the constraint of Liver Qi, often brought on by lifestyle and habitual emotional factors, which overact upon the\u003cbr\u003eSpleen and Stomach, or from a deficiency of Spleen Qi in which the transporting function has been impaired, eventually causing the Liver to overact on the Spleen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA variation of \u003cstrong\u003eFrigid Extremities Powder\u003c\/strong\u003e (Si Ni San), which frees Yang Qi constrained in the Interior, Free and Easy Wanderer is a famous formula to spread Liver Qi, strengthen the Spleen and nourish Blood. Designed to restore equilibrium between the Liver and Spleen, the Constructive (Ying) and Defensive (Wei) Qi, its mastery lies in the elegant combination of antagonistic yet harmonious ingredients: warm and cool, sour and sweet, bitter, pungent and supplementing. Because Liver and Spleen imbalances are so often at the root of menstrual irregularities, especially with an emotional component, formulas such as Free and Easy Wanderer are indispensable to support gynecological health. \u003cstrong\u003eFree and Easy Wanderer\u003c\/strong\u003e regulates the Lesser Yang (Shao Yang) meridians (Triple Burner and Gallbladder), supports immunity and addresses Liver Qi stagnation. Finally, it is well known for its effectiveness in addressing occasional emotional\/psychological imbalances related to the Ethereal Soul (Hun). Since the pattern of Liver Qi stagnation, combined with Liver Blood and Spleen Qi deficiency, is such a common mix, especially in women, \u003cstrong\u003eFree and Easy Wanderer\u003c\/strong\u003e is not only one of the most popular of all Chinese herbal formulas, but a cherished formula for women’s health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe emperor herb, Bupleurum root, strongly moves Liver Qi and releases constraint. Its deputies, Dong quai root and White peony root nourish Blood, soften and moisten the Liver. White atractylodes rhizome and Poria strengthen the Spleen’s transforming and transporting functions, eliminating the development of further Qi constraint and addressing Blood deficiency. Chinese licorice root and rhizome tonifies Spleen Qi. White peony root nourishes the Blood and preserves Yin while soothing the Liver by calming rising Liver Yang. Ginger rhizome harmonizes the Stomach, thereby preventing rebellious Qi. Chinese mint herb supports the emperor herb, Bupleurum root, in relieving Liver Qi stagnation by cooling and dispersing the Heat that may have been engendered due to that constraint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eORIGINS AND DEVELOPMENT\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFree and Easy Wanderer\u003c\/strong\u003e was originally recorded by Dr. Chen Shi-Wen in his Song Dynasty Professional and Popular Formulas from the Taiping Era in 1151 A.D. 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Irritease harmonizes the Liver and Spleen, strengthens the Spleen, tonifies Qi, transforms Dampness, clears Heat and regulates the Middle Burner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIrritease\u003c\/strong\u003e addresses a Liver Spleen disharmony, with Damp Heat in the Stomach and Intestines. In this pattern, the constrained Liver Qi causes stagnation and oppression that leads to Spleen Qi deficiency. Due to the deficiency of Spleen Qi, Dampness accumulates in the Middle and Lower Burners, obstructing the transformative action of the Yang Qi and, over time, transforming into Damp Heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the traditional formula, Tong Xie Yao Feng, four herbs were retained. White atractylodes rhizome strengthens the Spleen and dries Dampness, and White peony root softens the overactive Liver and eases stagnation. Together they restrain the Liver and tonify the Spleen, helping to stop stagnation while addressing occasional loose bowels. Tangerine dried rind of mature fruit harmonizes the Middle Burner and transforms Dampness, supporting the actions of White atractylodes rhizome. Siler root dispels Wind Cold and Wind Damp. It enters the Liver and Spleen channels, focusing the actions of the other herbs on these two organs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCodonopsis root and Plantain seed are classical modifications of this formula. Codonopsis root addresses severe Qi deficiency. With Poria, it addresses Spleen and Stomach deficiency, and with White atractylodes rhizome, it strengthens the Spleen. Plantain seed supports healthy urination, binds the stools, separates the clear and turbid fluids and guides Damp Heat downward to be released through the urine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe emperor herb from Agastache Powder to Rectify the Qi, Patchouli herb, disperses Wind Cold, transforms turbid Dampness and revives the Spleen. Magnolia bark promotes proper movement of Qi and water metabolism and Tangerine dried rind of mature fruit regulates the Qi, transforms Dampness and harmonizes the Middle Burner. Fragrant angelica root helps dispel externally contracted Cold, relieving stagnation and expelling Dampness. Poria, together with White atractylodes rhizome, strengthens the Spleen and transforms Dampness. Prepared Ginger rhizome warms and protects the Middle. Honey fried Chinese licorice root and rhizome strongly tonifies the Middle, augments the Heart and Spleen Qi and harmonizes the properties of the other herbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaussurea root, a classical addition for both formulas, promotes the flow of Qi, dispels stagnation and strengthens the Spleen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, modern modifications were made and several herbs were added to the overall formula. Capillaris herb, Phellodendron bark, Coptis rhizome, and Chinese ash bark were added to clear Damp Heat. 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It may also be taken for a sudden Wind Cold invasion by an individual that is too deficient to take a purely dispersing formula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithin the herbal strategy of Stabilizing the Exterior and the Lungs, Jade Windscreen is a renowned formula for building Defensive (Wei) Qi. Our version of this formula has been modified with the addition of herbs to harmonize the Nutritive (Ying) and Defensive (Wei) Qi, and further supplement the Middle Burner and Qi. It is generally used long-term and ideally taken for at least a month, to several months. Those with a weakened immunity will benefit from its assistance in supporting general health, and the immune system in particular. It is an important pediatric formula to foster and support a strong immune system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo fortify the Exterior and powerfully strengthen the Qi, a large dosage of Astragalus root, considered the emperor herb in this formula, is used. As it benefits the exterior aspects of the Lungs and Spleen, it is especially appropriate for addressing the pattern of weak Qi and unstable Defensive (Wei) Qi. Its deputy, White atractylodes rhizome reinforces the actions of Astragalus, by strengthening the Spleen Qi. White atractylodes rhizome and Astragalus root are the foundation for this formula’s tonifying and strengthening actions. The Spleen is the source of Qi and Blood, and its increased strength stabilizes the Exterior. Siler root assists by energetically circulating in the exterior level of the body and expelling Wind, the major invading factor of concern. Together with Astragalus root, it expels invasions before they have a chance to linger and, due to the tonifying effect of Astragalus root, accomplishes this without weakening the Qi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeveral herbs have been added to harmonize the Defensive (Wei) and Nutritive (Ying) Qi, and further tonify the Qi and the Middle Burner. Sweet, acrid and warm Chinese cinnamon twig, a classical addition for this formula, is paired with sour and slightly cold White peony root to supplement and harmonize the Defensive and Nutritive Qi, consolidating the surface layer of the body and addressing Qi deficiency. Chinese yam rhizome moistens and strengthens the Lungs and Kidneys and secures the Essence. 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The Greater Yang (Tai Yang) level is closest to the surface, and therefore the most vulnerable to exterior invasions. In this pattern, Wind Cold becomes lodged between the muscle layer and skin, blocking the circulation of the Defensive (Wei) Qi. This obstruction prevents\u003cbr\u003efluids that normally circulate upward via the Nutritive (Ying) Qi from reaching the upper body, creating tension and stagnation in the upper back and neck, which is the hallmark feature of this pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKudzu Releasing Formula\u003c\/strong\u003e relieves the Exterior, releases the muscle layer and generates fluids needed to alleviate occasional stiffness and stagnation, while supporting healthy sweating. In addition, it is effective for aiding the Stomach Qi to rise and, as such, is useful for a combination Tai Yang\/Yang Ming disharmony. It can also be used for a condition of exterior excess in a person with deficient fluids, characterized by an occasional lack of sweating and scanty urination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe chief herb in this formula, Kudzu root, discharges exterior invasions lodged in the muscles and accompanied by occasional stiff or tight upper back and neck. Kudzu root releases the muscles, nourishes the fluids, and alleviates thirst. It is often combined with White peony root and Chinese cinnamon twig for externally contracted Wind Cold invasions. Chinese cinnamon twig supports the actions of Kudzu root by releasing the Exterior and the muscle layers, and works in concert with White peony root to preserve the Yin and to harmonize the Nutritive (Ying) and Defensive (Wei) Qi, which further releases exterior invasions. Ginger rhizome releases the Exterior and disperses Cold. 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Historically, the Chinese believed that this circulation took place within the meridian pathways. A circulation blockage in meridians can cause stagnation, discomfort, occasional limitation of movement and impairment. The Chinese call this impaired flow “obstruction.” The adage of Zhang Zhi-Cong’s (1610-1672 A.D.) provides the normative explanation: “Obstruction is blockage; pernicious influences hamper flow and cause stagnation.” One of China’s oldest books describes thirteen kinds of obstruction (\u003cem\u003eSu Wen\u003c\/em\u003e, chapter 43). The most prominent hindrance described is a combination of Wind, Damp and Cold interfering with the meridian system closest to the external environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the earliest and most famous herbal responses to the common situation of stagnation caused by obstruction was crafted by Sun Si-Miao, the greatest Chinese scholar of the Tang Dynasty. In his \u003cem\u003eThousand Ducat Formulas \u003c\/em\u003e(volume 8, section 4, 652 A.D.) he recorded one of China’s most important and enduring formulas known as “Pubescent Angelica Mulberry Mistletoe Soup” \u003cem\u003e(Du Huo Ji Sheng Tang)\u003c\/em\u003e. Dr. Sun indicated that it was primarily for Wind Damp Cold obstruction with an underlying deficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePHYSICAL INDICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeridian Circulation\u003c\/strong\u003e, an adaptation of Sun Si-Miao’s formula, is the classic herbal formula for occasional discomfort, soreness, aches, numbness, cramps, swelling, occasional impaired flexibility and limitations of movement that effect the lower and upper back, limbs or joints. It is especially designed for a person with deficiency underneath the Wind Damp Cold hinderance. Yan Yong-Huo in \u003cem\u003eFormulas Beneficial to Life \u003c\/em\u003e(1253 A.D.) summarizes this connection: “Because the body is deficient, pernicious influences invade the inward emptiness; obstruction is formed when Wind, Cold and Damp are thus admitted.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePSYCHOLOGICAL AND TRANSFORMATIONAL INDICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis formula strengthens the Liver’s sense of Virtue and the Kidney’s Will \u003cem\u003e(Zhi)\u003c\/em\u003e, so one can respond more creatively and less automatically to stagnation. Generally speaking, \u003cstrong\u003eMeridian Circulation \u003c\/strong\u003ehelps to restore the harmonious flow of Qi and Blood in the meridians and alleviate the stagnation caused by pernicious influences obstructing their flow. It replenishes the underlying deficiency that sometimes results in physical obstruction and psychic limitation. 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These changes are noted in the following descriptions of the ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT THE HERBS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLoranthus herb \u003c\/strong\u003eis symbolic of the entire formula because it both expels Wind Damp and tonifies the Liver and Kidneys. The \u003cem\u003eDivine Husbandman \u003c\/em\u003estates that its principle function is to address occasional back stagnation.” In addition, the \u003cem\u003eMateria Medica of Ri Hua-Zi \u003c\/em\u003estates that it “helps the tendons and bones and benefits the circulation.” It is bitter, sweet and neutral, and enters the Liver and Kidney meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSichuan teasel root \u003c\/strong\u003etonifies the Liver and Kidneys, supporting healthy sinews and bones, promoting Blood movement and alleviating stagnation. It is bitter, acrid and slightly warm, and enters the Kidney and Liver channels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChinese tinospora stem \u003c\/strong\u003edispels Wind Dampness, relaxes the sinews and unblocks the channels. It is bitter and slightly cold, and enters the Liver channel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSiler root \u003c\/strong\u003eexpels Wind, overcomes Damp, and is crucial for relieving Wind obstruction. The\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMateria Medica \u003c\/em\u003eof Ri Hua-Zi (713 A.D.) also states that Siler root stabilizes the psycho-spiritual \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eforce of the Will \u003cem\u003e(Ding-zhi) \u003c\/em\u003eand decreases occasional anxiety. It is acrid, sweet and slightly warm, and enters the Bladder, Liver and Spleen meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge-leaf gentian root \u003c\/strong\u003eaddresses Wind Damp causing stagnation. A flexible herb, it does not create the dryness typical of other herbs in the “expel Wind Damp” category. It is bitter, acrid and neutral, and enters the Liver, Stomach and Gallbladder meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEucommia bark \u003c\/strong\u003eis a precious bark that, according to the \u003cem\u003eDivine Husbandman\u003c\/em\u003e, “benefits the Essence \u003cem\u003e(Jing)\u003c\/em\u003e, firms the tendons and bones and strengthens the Will \u003cem\u003e(Zhi)\u003c\/em\u003e.” It is indispensable for occasional low back and limb stagnation accompanied by deficiency and weakened resolve. It is sweet, slightly acrid and warm, and enters the Liver and Kidney meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEyrithrina bark \u003c\/strong\u003eis substituted for the Ligusticum fruit of the original formula. The substitution makes the formula more versatile and strong in removing Wind Damp. It is suitable for both Cold and Hot obstruction. It is bitter, acrid and slightly cold, and enters the Liver, Spleen and Kidney meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCyathula root \u003c\/strong\u003eis said by the \u003cem\u003eDivine Husbandman \u003c\/em\u003eto “address Wind Damp obstruction.” The \u003cem\u003eMiscellaneous Records of Famous Physicians \u003c\/em\u003e(c. 500 A.D.) reports that it can “support the bone marrow and is beneficial for occasional back and spine stagnation and benefits the Essence \u003cem\u003e(Jing)\u003c\/em\u003e. Cyathula root also moves and circulates the Blood. It is sweet, bitter and neutral, and enters the Kidney and Liver meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDong quai root \u003c\/strong\u003eis an indispensable feature of the formula, nourishing any deficiency of the Blood that is likely to accompany obstruction. Zhang Zhong-Jing, in the Han Dynasty, postulated that one should suspect deficient Blood whenever there is obstruction. Dong quai root also moves the Blood and relieves stagnation. It is sweet, bitter and warm, and enters the Liver, Heart and Spleen meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePubescent angelica root \u003c\/strong\u003estrongly relieves the attack of Wind Cold and alleviates stagnation, according to the \u003cem\u003eDivine Husbandman’s Classic of Materia Medica \u003c\/em\u003e(c. 150 A.D.). It also says Pubescent angelica root is beneficial for “running piglet syndrome,” implying that it relieves uncontrollable and exaggerated emotional reactivity and excitability. It is bitter, acrid and warm, and enters the Kidney and Bladder meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhite Asian ginseng root and rhizome \u003c\/strong\u003etonifies the Qi. It is sweet, slightly bitter and warm, and enters the Spleen and Lung meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoria \u003c\/strong\u003ereinforces the White Asian ginseng root and rhizome and helps to eliminate Dampness. It is sweet, insipid and neutral, and enters the Spleen, Heart and Lung meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhite peony root \u003c\/strong\u003ereinforces Pubescent angelica root. It tonifies the Blood, comforts the Liver and alleviates stagnation, manifesting occasionally with cramps and spasms. It is bitter, sour and cool, and enters the Liver and Spleen meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHoney fried Chinese licorice root and rhizome \u003c\/strong\u003ereinforces White Asian ginseng root and rhizome and harmonizes the formula. 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Disturbances in this tension create a situation where a person’s usual inward soft sensibility becomes a defensive alertness and the usual external wall of armored protectiveness becomes a border of soft, even mushy, vulnerability. On the physical level, one type of loss of adjustment between exterior and interior is recognized in occasional tenderness, stiffness, numbness or sensations of heaviness. On a psychological level, this imbalance is present when a person’s usual sense of external engagement primarily monitors their own interior stagnation. Discomfort becomes the primary or even exclusive experience of a person’s being; the inner and outer merging into a single awareness of noxious sensations. The exterior is vulnerable, the interior is defensive. The Nutritive \u003cem\u003e(Ying) \u003c\/em\u003eQi has become misplaced on the ‘outside,’ the Protective \u003cem\u003e(Wei) \u003c\/em\u003eQi has drawn inappropriately inwards − chaos reigns. \u003cstrong\u003eMeridian \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComfort \u003c\/strong\u003eis the traditional approach to realign the exterior and interior and create a new sense of comfortable order. \u003cstrong\u003eMeridian Comfort \u003c\/strong\u003erebalances the exterior and interior. At the same time, it increases an awareness of contact with the world that is beyond the experience of discomfort. \u003cstrong\u003eMeridian Comfort \u003c\/strong\u003efosters inward peacefulness and softness, and helps refocus a person towards expansive, unhindered engagement with the outer world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePHYSICAL INDICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeridian Comfort \u003c\/strong\u003ealso expels Wind, Damp and Cold obstructing the meridians. Muscles, tendons and joints need a dynamic balance of strength and resilience with softness and gentleness. When a person loses this balance they are liable to experience occasional chilliness, soreness, tenderness, numbness, cramping or heaviness or occasional generalized or regional stagnation and discomfort in the neck and shoulders, upper or lower back or sore and achy lower extremities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePSYCHOLOGICAL AND TRANSFORMATIONAL INDICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile stagnation and occasional discomfort are the primary indications for \u003cstrong\u003eMeridian Comfort\u003c\/strong\u003e, this formula is crucial for adjusting the Protective and Nutritive energies on the psychological level, in terms of awareness and reaction to external stimuli. \u003cstrong\u003eMeridian Comfort \u003c\/strong\u003eaddresses a person whose focus in the world is actually their internal sense of discomfort, and whose primary inner world is awareness of the ‘alien’ nature of their inner sense of discomfort. The interior is overly hypervigilant and defensive, the exterior overly vulnerable. \u003cstrong\u003eMeridian Comfort \u003c\/strong\u003eis the traditional Chinese herbal response to this loss of adjustment between exterior and interior, and reintroduces a balance, the Protective \u003cem\u003e(Wei) \u003c\/em\u003eQi attends to the exterior and outward activities, and the Nutritive \u003cem\u003e(Ying) \u003c\/em\u003eQi to softening and nurturing. More softness in the interior means less cramping, less resisting and less vigilance towards stimuli. More interior softness means less wanting things to be other than they are. Less softness on the exterior means more engagement. All this realignment means that sensation and aversion to discomfort is diminished. A person is more comfortable in engaging the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn another dimension of interiority, it allows a person to become less sensitive to the opinions and external pressures of others and more able to confidently accept their own inner desires and voice. It can help a person diminish their sense of vulnerability and regain their self-direction and inner sense of intention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eORIGIN AND DEVELOPMENT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeridian Comfort \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Gui Zhi Jia Ge Gen Tang \u003c\/em\u003eand \u003cem\u003eQiang Huo Sheng Shi Tang\u003c\/em\u003e) combines the actions of two famous formulas: “Cinnamon Twig Decoction plus Kudzu” \u003cem\u003e(Gui Zhi Jia Ge Gen Tang), \u003c\/em\u003ewhich was developed by Zhong Zhong-jing in \u003cem\u003eCold Induced Disharmonies \u003c\/em\u003e(Shang-han Lun, 220 A.D.) and “Li Ao’s Notopterygium Decoction to Overcome Dampness” \u003cem\u003e(Qiang Huo Sheng Shi Tang) \u003c\/em\u003edeveloped in \u003cem\u003eClarifying Doubts \u003c\/em\u003e(\u003cem\u003eNei-wai Shang-bian Huo Lun\u003c\/em\u003e, 1247 A.D.). Li Ao’s formulation itself borrows heavily from Sun Si-mao’s Tang Dynasty formulas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Cinnamon Twig Decoction plus Kudzu” was originally designed to release the muscle layer and relax and moisten the tendons; it was considered especially suitable for the neck and shoulders. The most common interpretations of “Nutritive \u003cem\u003eYing \u003c\/em\u003eQi and Protective \u003cem\u003eWei \u003c\/em\u003eQi losing adjustment” are based on the notion that such a pattern is related to external pernicious influences. “Notopterygium Decoction to Overcome Dampness” was originally designed for severe stagnation that could include accumulation of Wind, Dampness and Cold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABOuT THE HERBS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKudzu root \u003c\/strong\u003eis a critical herb to release the muscles, and is especially used for occasional stiff, tight neck or upper back. It can be used for muscle tightness anywhere. It also reinforces the moistening quality of White peony root. It is sweet, acrid and cool, and enters the Spleen and Liver meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhite peony root \u003c\/strong\u003eis a critical combination with Chinese cinnamon twig in this formula. While Chinese cinnamon twig is assertive, moves outwards and increases the exterior vigilance, White peony root increases the interior yielding. It is extremely stable and “softens and comforts” the interior. Its stability is critical to lessening stagnation, cramping and in promoting a sense of inner peace and calm. Its astringent properties help retain an inner self that does not need to rely on any external expression. It is bitter, sour and cool, and enters the Liver meridian.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSichuan lovage rhizome \u003c\/strong\u003eis an important herb to alleviate stagnation and to expel Wind. Because it moves the Qi portion of the Blood, it is especially valuable for the extremities and muscles. It is acrid and warm, and enters the Liver meridian.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSiler root \u003c\/strong\u003eis a common herb to expel Wind Dampness and stagnation anywhere in the body. It is an important ingredient of Notopterygium Decoction. On a psychological level, Sun Si-miao in his \u003cem\u003eSupplemental Wings to the Thousand Ducat Formulas \u003c\/em\u003e(\u003cem\u003eQian-jin Yi-fang\u003c\/em\u003e, 682 A.D.) views this herb as essential for a person who cannot be alone nor find an inner sense of comfort. It is acrid, sweet and slightly warm, and, in this formula, enters the Liver meridian.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChinese cinnamon twig \u003c\/strong\u003eis the critical herb to adjust the Nutritive Ying Qi and Protective Wei Qi in Cold Induced Disharmonies (220 A.D.). It is used in combination with White peony root whenever the interior moisture ‘leaks’ while the exterior resistance is too weak to defend a person. While this is often interpreted to mean an outside pernicious influence, it is also understood in Cold Induced Disharmonies and in Zhang Zhong-jing’s other book, Essential Formulas of the Golden Chest (Jin-gui Yao-lue Fang-lun, 220 A.D.), to apply to deficient situations. Zhang Zhong- Jing describes Cinnamon twig as “tonifying and strengthening the middle” several times in his writings. This understanding is similar to the one expressed in Divine Husbandman’s Classic of the Materia Medica (Shen-nong Ben-cao Jing, 150 A.D.) in which Cinnamon is said to “tonify the middle and benefit the Qi.” Additionally, Chinese herbal tradition also considers Chinese \u003c\/em\u003eCinnamon twig an essential herb for alleviating stagnation. For example, Tao Hong-Jing’s \u003cem\u003eCollection of Commentaries on the Classic of the Materia Medica \u003c\/em\u003e(\u003cem\u003eBen-cao Jing Ji-zhu\u003c\/em\u003e, 500 A.D.) says Cinnamon twig can “warm the meridians, penetrate the vessels and benefit the joints.” It is acrid, sweet and warm, and, in this formula, enters the Liver, Heart and Lung meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack jujube fruit \u003c\/strong\u003eis said to adjust Qi, especially Nutritive \u003cem\u003eYing \u003c\/em\u003eQi and Protective \u003cem\u003eWei \u003c\/em\u003eQi. It is sweet, and enters the Spleen meridian.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChinese tinospora stem \u003c\/strong\u003eis added to reinforce the ability of the formula to relax the meridians. Because it is slightly cold, it balances the warmer ingredients of the formula, making the entire formula more versatile. It is bitter, and enters the Liver meridian.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChinese quince fruit \u003c\/strong\u003eenhances the ability of the formula to comfort the tendons and activate the meridians. It is sour, slightly warm and aromatic, and enters the Liver meridian.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotopterygium root and rhizome \u003c\/strong\u003eis an important herb to expel Wind, Damp and Cold from the meridians. In this way, it addresses the sensation of heaviness. It is acrid, bitter and warm, and enters the Bladder meridian.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChinese salvia root and rhizome \u003c\/strong\u003eis an important addition to the two basic formulas and, as the \u003cem\u003eMaterial Medica of Ri Hua-zi \u003c\/em\u003e(\u003cem\u003eRi Hua-zi Ben-cao\u003c\/em\u003e, 713 A.D.) has noted, provides a critical nourishing energy, useful when the Nutritive \u003cem\u003e(Ying) \u003c\/em\u003eQi becomes unclear and unsettled. Wu Yi-luo, in his \u003cem\u003eThoroughly Revised Materia Medica \u003c\/em\u003e(\u003cem\u003eBen-cao Cong-xin\u003c\/em\u003e, 1751 A.D.), further suggests that Salvia as a single herb can be a substitute for the entire classic formula “Four Substances” \u003cem\u003e(Si Wu Tang) \u003c\/em\u003efrom the Kan Traditionals formula line because it is moving and nourishing. It is bitter and slightly cold, and enters the Liver meridian.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarthamus flower \u003c\/strong\u003eis an important addition that follows a suggestion made by Wei Yi-lin for the formula called “Cinnamon Twig Safflower Decoction,” mentioned in his \u003cem\u003eEffective Formulas from \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eGenerations of Practitioners \u003c\/em\u003e(\u003cem\u003eShi-yi De-xiao Fang\u003c\/em\u003e, 1345 A.D.); the addition of Carthamus flower strengthens the formula’s ability to move any congealed blood from the exterior or interior. It is acrid and warm, and enters the Liver meridian.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTree peony root bark \u003c\/strong\u003ehas three roles: it helps relieve stagnation, it makes the formula more versatile by balancing Chinese cinnamon twig’s warmth with Tree peony root bark’s gentle coolness, and finally, as mentioned by Wang Ang in his \u003cem\u003eEssentials of the Materia Medica \u003c\/em\u003e(\u003cem\u003eBen-cao Bei-yao\u003c\/em\u003e, 1751 A.D.), it acts by nourishing the Spirit \u003cem\u003e(Shen) \u003c\/em\u003eof the Heart and the Will \u003cem\u003e(Zhi) \u003c\/em\u003eof the Kidney, and by allowing a person to move into a healthier relationship with their exterior and interior aspects. It is acrid, bitter and cool, and enters the Liver, Heart and Kidney meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrepared Corydalis yanhusuo tuber \u003c\/strong\u003eis an addition to the formula used to move both Qi and Blood. It is acrid, bitter and warm, and enters the Liver meridian.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBupleurum root \u003c\/strong\u003eis an important addition that hints at another Cinnamon twig formula, known as “Bupleurum and Cinnamon Twig Decoction,” which also releases the muscle layer. The addition of Bupleurum root to \u003cstrong\u003eMeridian Comfort \u003c\/strong\u003ehelps the formula address stagnation that has been stuck for long periods of time. It is bitter, slightly acrid and cool, and enters the Liver meridian.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHoney fried Chinese licorice root and rhizome \u003c\/strong\u003eis used to harmonize the other ingredients. It is sweet and warm, and helps the absorption of the other ingredients. 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The Chinese feel that whenever this circulation is impaired, especially over a long period, “congealed Blood” \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e(Xue yu) \u003c\/em\u003ecan develop. Disharmony occurs when the essential Blood-nourishing force of life turns and clashes against itself; a component of life becomes disconnected and isolated from the whole. Congealed Blood creates a cleft in the fundamental unity of life. The most common indications are stagnation and discomfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMeridian Passage \u003c\/strong\u003eis a combination of two classic formulas used to dispel congealed Blood and restore harmonious Blood movement. It is especially designed for congealed Blood in the meridians, joints, lower back and limbs. Wang Qing-Ren’s “Expel Congealed Blood Soup” \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e(Shen Tong Zhu Yu Tang) \u003c\/em\u003e(1768-1831 A.D.) is the main source from which \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMeridian Passage \u003c\/strong\u003eis derived. Dr. Wang said that many people with pernicious influences of Wind Damp Cold blocking meridian flow (see discussion in \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMeridian Circulation\u003c\/strong\u003e) do not respond to earlier classical approaches. He felt that in these situations, the pernicious influences had already affected the Blood, and he designed this formula accordingly. The second part of \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMeridian Passage \u003c\/strong\u003eis Chen Shi-Wen’s “Myrrh Subdue the Sage Pill” \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e(Mo Yao Xiang Sheng Dan) \u003c\/em\u003e(Song Dynasty, 1151 A.D.), which was designed to address congealed Blood and its subsequent disruption in other parts of the body and psyche.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePHYSICAL INDICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCongealed Blood stagnations are usually immobile, occasionally stabbing and severe. They often develop from stagnant Qi or from Wind Cold Damp blocking the flow of the meridians, such as temporary shoulder, upper or lower back stagnation, sore legs that have congealed Blood aspects. Chen Shi-Wen describes his “Myrrh Subdue the Sage Pill” formula as addressing “temporary injury, sprain, cramps, soreness or inability to bend to outside Wind injuring the meridians. The presence of occasional lumps, masses and relatively immobile masses can also be signs of congealed Blood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePSYCHOLOGICAL AND TRANSFORMATIONAL INDICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChinese Herbology sometimes relates congealed Blood patterns to mental, emotional, behavioral and spiritual imbalances characterized by separation, discontinuity or withdrawal. Dr. Yan Gan- Lin elaborates on these aspects of Wang Qin-Ren’s “Expel Congealed Blood” type formulas in the \u003cem\u003eZhejiang Journal of Traditional Chinese Herbology \u003c\/em\u003e(volume 16, number 10, 1981). Dr. Yan explains their value for addressing long term sorrow, dejection, suspicion and doubtfulness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCongealed Blood creates a fundamental separation and lack of continuity between consciousness and physical being or the environment. Around a fixed, immovable center, there can be a long-term, diffused retreat from the environment or from consciousness. Sometimes, instead of such withdrawals, one can become blindly absorbed in particulars. \u003cstrong\u003eMeridian Passage \u003c\/strong\u003epromotes the Blood flowing into itself, disperses its accumulation and reverses its turning against itself. It alleviates occasional severe stagnation. It helps ease a sense of occasional separation, disconnection, disorientation and anguish. Finally, to quote Chen Shi-Wen, it allows “the wisdom of the sage” to be brought within.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eORIGIN AND DEVELOPMENT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeridian Passage \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Shen Tong Zhu Yu Tang \u003c\/em\u003eand \u003cem\u003eMo Yao Xiang Sheng Dan) \u003c\/em\u003eis an adaptive combination of the “Expel Congealed Blood Soup” and “Myrrh Subdue the Sage Pill” from \u003cem\u003eProfessional and Popular Formulas from the Taiping Era \u003c\/em\u003e(volume 8, section 2, 1151 A.D.; Chen Shi-Wen was the chief compiler of this volume). These two formulas have a number of overlapping ingredients and merge easily. The animal-derived ingredients have been removed and one additional ingredient was removed from each formula so that the resulting combined \u003cstrong\u003eMeridian Passage \u003c\/strong\u003ehas a crafted, tailored fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT THE HERBS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarthamus flower \u003c\/strong\u003eis a crucial herb for congealed Blood patterns. Li Shi-Zhen (1518-1593 A.D.), in his \u003cem\u003eGrand Materia Medica\u003c\/em\u003e, says it also addresses “grief, mournfulness and the Qi being oppressed and not able to go outward.” It is acrid and warm, and enters the Heart and Liver meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAchyranthes root \u003c\/strong\u003emoves the Blood and expels congealed Blood. It also nourishes the Liver and Kidney, and nourishes the tendons and bones. It is bitter, sour and neutral, and enters the Liver and Kidney meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge-leaf gentian root \u003c\/strong\u003eexpels Wind Damp, harmonizes the Blood and comforts the tendons. It ensures that the formula affects the meridians. It is bitter, acrid and neutral, and enters the Liver, Stomach and Gallbladder meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMyrrh resin \u003c\/strong\u003e“scatters Blood and promotes healing,” according to Li Shi-Zhen. It is bitter and neutral, and enters the Liver meridian.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDry fried peeled Peach seed \u003c\/strong\u003eis an important herb for congealed Blood patterns. It is bitter, sweet and neutral and enters the Heart, Liver and Large Intestine meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrynaria rhizome \u003c\/strong\u003esupports healthy tendons and bones. It is also used to tonify the Kidneys. It is bitter and warm, and enters the Kidney and Liver meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSichuan lovage rhizome \u003c\/strong\u003emoves the Blood, expels Wind and alleviates stagnation. It is acrid and warm, and enters the Liver, Gallbladder and Pericardium meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDong quai root tail \u003c\/strong\u003eis essential for regulating the Blood, and is important for congealed Blood patterns. It is sweet, acrid, bitter and warm, and enters the Liver, Heart and Spleen meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrankincense resin \u003c\/strong\u003eis a crucial herb to move Blood, relax occasionally cramped, spastic or rigid muscles, and promote healing. 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It softens rigidity and helps a person connect to the flowing aspect of life’s energy. It also regulates women’s reproductive system, thereby contributing to making this an important gynecological formula. It is sweet, acrid, bitter and warm, and enters the Liver, Heart and Spleen meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhite peony root \u003c\/strong\u003emoistens and smoothes, as well as calms the Liver and nourishes the Blood. It soothes irregularity in the Liver and is also important as a women’s herb. White peony root also makes flying-off-the-handle type energy more stable and over-rigidity more fluid. It is bitter and slightly cold, and enters the Liver meridian.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhite atractylodes rhizome \u003c\/strong\u003estrengthens the Spleen and supports a healthy digestive system, makes the Qi stronger, moves any stagnation in digestion, eliminates Dampness, improves appetite and generally helps to put things in their proper place. It is sweet, bitter and warm, and enters the Spleen and Stomach meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoria \u003c\/strong\u003estrengthens the Spleen, eliminates Dampness and strengthens the mental and psychic functions of thought, clarity and direction. It is sweet and gentle, and enters the Heart, Lung, Spleen, Stomach and Kidney meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBupleurum root \u003c\/strong\u003emakes the Liver’s energy smooth. It clears the Liver and harmonizes and reduces Heat. It is indicated whenever the Liver is constrained and has blocked energy. 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Jing- Shen conveys the inseparable duality of the corporeal and non-corporeal aspects of human life. Our physical form arises from a fundamental material matrix passed on to us by our parents and ancestors in an unbroken protoplasmic succession. It is this basic stuff − the inherited Prenatal Essence \u003cem\u003e(Xian Tian Jing)\u003c\/em\u003e − that connects us with our roots in history, our personal destiny and the future of our progeny. Essence itself has both a Yin (Water) and Yang (Fire) aspect; it is the source of both Vital Substance and Vital Heat that together engender all processes of growth, maturation and regeneration within the organism, from the moment of conception to the moment of death.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBecause Essence represents the substrate of bodily form and function, its deterioration can lead to an untimely decline of the Source or \u003cem\u003eYuan\u003c\/em\u003e Qi. 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It addresses occasional stagnation and soreness in the lower back and legs and joint discomfort. White mulberry twig dispels Wind and Dampness, opens peripheral channels and collaterals, benefits the joints, and addresses occasional muscle discomforts. It dispels Wind Heat lodged in the shoulders and arms and supports a healthy water metabolism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eChinese red peony root invigorates the Blood, dispels Blood stasis, clears Heat, cools the Blood and clears Liver Fire. Chinese cinnamon twig warms the channels, disperses Cold, unblocks the Yang, transforms the Qi and facilitates the flow of Yang Qi in the vessels. White peony root nourishes Blood, calms and curbs Liver Yang and alleviates stagnation from constrained Liver Qi or disharmony between Liver and Spleen. Combined with Chinese licorice root and rhizome, it addresses occasional muscle spasms, especially of the calf, due to Blood deficiency. 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Ginger rhizome also warms the Spleen, which, in a deficient state, is the primary cause of Phlegm. Ephedra, no longer available in commerce, releases the Exterior, disseminates and facilitates Lung Qi moving downward. It has been replaced by Perilla fruit, which unbinds the chest, transforms Phlegm and redirects the Qi downward, and Apricot seed, which unblocks the Lung Qi and disperses Wind Cold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAsarum, another herb subject to restrictive regulations, disperses Cold and releases the Exterior. It has been replaced by Perilla leaf to release the Exterior, disperse Cold, promote the movement of Lung and Spleen Qi, and expand the chest. Chinese cinnamon twig releases the Exterior and promotes Qi transformation, while Ginger cured Pinellia rhizome transforms congested fluids, redirects upward Qi rebellion and harmonizes the Stomach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSchisandra fruit prevents the leakage of Lung Qi, and White peony root nourishes the Blood and Nutritive (Ying) Qi. Honey fried Chinese licorice root tonifies the Spleen, augments the Qi and harmonizes the entire formula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlue Green Lung Formula\u003c\/strong\u003e releases an exterior Wind Cold invasion, warms the Lungs and transforms Phlegm. 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This includes various types of abdominal stagnation and premenstrual syndrome. A key marker for the use of this formula is stagnation that comes and goes, depending on the person’s emotional state and energy. This indicates that the stagnation is not due to external causes. When Liver Qi stagnates and does not ascend as it normally would, it begins to flow horizontally by invading the Stomach and Spleen, causing distention and fullness in the abdomen. When Liver Qi constraint blocks the circulation of Yang Qi, cold symptoms can also arise. Symptoms range from digestive disharmonies, such as occasional nausea, vomiting, low appetite and loose stools to occasional emotional upsets such as irritability, frustration or occasional depression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs the formula name suggests, the herbs comprised in this formula soothe or “soften” the Liver. Bupleurum Soothing Liver Formula is an ideal choice for numerous disharmonies occurring against a background of Liver Qi stagnation with internal constraint which needs releasing. It contains most of the ingredients of Four Cold Extremities (Si Ni San), a formula from the Shang Han Lun, famous for addressing a pattern of overall body warmth with chilled fingers and toes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth \u003cstrong\u003eFour Cold Extremities\u003c\/strong\u003e and\u003cstrong\u003e Bupleurum Soothing Liver Formula\u003c\/strong\u003e address Liver Qi stagnation. Four Cold Extremities focuses on constraint of the Yang Qi in the abdomen failing to reach and warm the extremities, while \u003cstrong\u003eBupleurum Soothing Liver Formula\u003c\/strong\u003e focuses solely on the Liver channel, by moving its Qi, resolving constraint and opening up clumps, and it is better for patterns characterized by Qi stagnation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chief herb, Bupleurum root, spreads Liver Qi and dredges constraint and clumping. It is supported by two deputies: prepared Cyperus rhizome regulates Liver Qi and Sichuan lovage rhizome enters the Qi and Blood of the Liver to dissipate constraint and stagnation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTangerine dried rind of mature fruit and dry fried Bitter orange mature fruit regulate Stomach and Intestine Qi. They facilitate the discharge of excess Qi from the chest and Middle Burners that can manifest as an occasional sensation of fullness and distention by directing the Qi downward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite Peony root and honey fried Chinese licorice root and rhizome nourish Blood, soften the Liver and address stagnation. Being moist in nature, they balance the drying action of the chief and deputies herbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChinese salvia root and rhizome has been added to invigorate Blood, break up stagnation due to constrained Liver Qi with Blood stasis and soothe irritability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSeveral formulas have similar actions and need to be differentiated. \u003cstrong\u003eBupleurum Soothing Liver Formula\u003c\/strong\u003e addresses excess patterns of Liver Qi stagnation. \u003cstrong\u003eStomach Support\u003c\/strong\u003e addresses Stomach Fire with concurrent Stomach and Kidney Yin deficiency. \u003cstrong\u003eLiver Flow\u003c\/strong\u003e addresses Liver overacting on the Stomach. \u003cstrong\u003eDigestive Harmony Formula\u003c\/strong\u003e addresses excess patterns of food stagnation. \u003cstrong\u003ePeaceful Earth\u003c\/strong\u003e addresses a pattern of food stagnation while simultaneously strengthening the Spleen Qi and expelling Wind. \u003cstrong\u003eWei Te Ling\u003c\/strong\u003e calms rebellious Stomach Qi and harmonizes and strengthens the Middle Burner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eORIGINS AND DEVELOPMENT\u003cbr\u003eThis formula was composed by the Ming dynasty scholar Ye Wen-Ling, and was popularized by Zhang Jie-Bin who included it in his book, Collected Treatises of Zhang Ling Yue.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"02-KT-buple","offers":[{"title":"1 ounce \/ Extract","offer_id":44843193696574,"sku":"BLF1","price":13.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"120 tablets \/ Tablets","offer_id":44843193827646,"sku":"BLF120","price":22.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 ounces \/ Extract","offer_id":44843193729342,"sku":"BLF2","price":26.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300 tablets \/ Tablets","offer_id":44841535766846,"sku":"BLF300","price":51.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"60 tablets \/ Tablets","offer_id":44843193794878,"sku":"BLF60","price":11.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 ounces \/ Extract","offer_id":44843193762110,"sku":"BLF8","price":86.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/4365\/5742\/products\/Kan_Traditionals_Bupleurum_Soothing_Liver_Formula_Tablets.png?v=1677789461"},{"product_id":"cinnamon-twig-decoction","title":"Cinnamon Twig Decoction","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCinnamon Twig Decoction\u003c\/strong\u003e is a faithful rendition of Gui Zhi Tang, one of the most famous formulas from the Shang Han Lun. This classical formula, indicated for Wind Cold invasion, is simple and effective and has countless variations and associated formulas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProtective and Nutritive Qi regulate and support each other. Protective (Wei) Qi is responsible for guarding the Exterior and preventing the entry of exterior invasions, while Nutritive (Ying) Qi stabilizes and nourishes the Interior. If Protective Qi weakens, becoming soft and penetrable, it is unable to ward off the entry of Wind Cold. In its struggle to deflect Wind Cold, Protective Qi dissipates and the unguarded Nutritive Qi becomes hyper-alert and defensive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen attacked by Wind Cold, the body’s Nutritive Qi, if left vulnerable by weakened Protective Qi, is no longer capable of fulfilling its function of containing fluids, which leads to sweating. Open pores directly expose the individual to the external environment, and entry of Wind Cold impairs Lung Qi from regulating the body’s skin and nose. It is also common for this individual to feel a natural sensitivity or aversion to drafts, and to experience occasional tenderness, stiffness in the muscle layer and in the neck and shoulders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA similar imbalance between Nutritive and Protective Qi may occur without externally contracted Wind Cold for individuals with a weak constitution. \u003cstrong\u003eCinnamon Twig Decoction\u003c\/strong\u003e will restore this balance. This formula disperses Wind Cold excess at the level of the Protective\u003cbr\u003eQi and restores the normal flow of Nutritive Qi, so that they are harmonized. This formula can be used for a wide range of patterns whenever the Protective Yang is unable to enter into the Nutritive Yin, and instead exits, ascends or accumulates. This pattern is characterized by Yang excess in the Interior of the body that occurs in conjunction with stagnation due to Cold at the level of the Nutritive Qi or Heart Yang.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe most important sign for this pattern is sweating that is not limited to a specific region of the body or climates. It can happen in any season, and during the day or night. It may be more or less pronounced, limited to hands and feet, one side of the body, or the back or head, or all over the body. In all of these cases, sweating represents a loss of the body’s Essence and an inability to control Yang functions. The second indication is an aversion to wind or draft, and the\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eoccurrence of Heat type reactions in response to cold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eChinese cinnamon twig, the chief herb in this formula, supplements Yang and releases externally contracted Wind Cold from the muscle layer, and strengthens the regulatory function of Nutritive Qi. It is combined with White peony root, the deputy, to support Protective Qi in dispelling exterior invasions and to strengthen Nutritive Qi. Ginger rhizome further assists Chinese cinnamon twig in releasing the Exterior, by warming the Middle and directing Qi downward. Red jujube fruit nourishes and harmonizes the Nutritive Qi and Blood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHoney fried Chinese licorice root and rhizome harmonizes the actions of the other herbs and assists Chinese Cinnamon twig and Ginger rhizome in transforming the Yang aspects of the pattern, and White peony root and Red jujube fruit in transforming the Yin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eORIGINS AND DEVELOPMENT\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCinnamon Twig Decoction\u003c\/strong\u003e was originally formulated during the Ming dynasty. 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In such instances, stagnation of Qi, Cold or Damp cause more and more Blood to stagnate and congeal. The more the old Blood remains, the more discomfort and Heat gets created.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe classical indications for this formula are for generalized stagnation lodged in the joints, channels and collaterals. The broad nature of the indications points to the versatility of the formula. \u003cstrong\u003eDrive Out Stasis\u003c\/strong\u003e moves and breaks up stagnation, or stasis, of Blood lodged in the channels and collaterals by strongly invigorating Blood, moving the Qi, expelling Wind, and opening the channels and collaterals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhite peony root tonifies Liver Blood, nourishes Liver and Spleen Yin, reduces stagnation, and calms and curbs Liver Yang rising from either constrained Liver Qi or disharmony between the Liver and Spleen. Dong quai root and Sichuan lovage rhizome, two herbs that are frequently\u003cbr\u003epaired together, support and encourage the movement of Blood. Dry fried peeled Peach seed and Carthamus flower circulate and penetrate congealed Blood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCyathula root and Myrrh resin invigorate Blood, dispel Blood stagnation, break up stasis, expel Wind and drain Dampness. Prepared Cyperus rhizome promotes the flow of Qi in the Liver and Stomach channel and alleviates stagnation. The neutral quality of this herb and its ability to\u003cbr\u003espread and harmonize is especially important in this formula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlying squirrel feces, found in the original formula to disperse Blood stasis and alleviate discomfort and stagnation, has been replaced by a combination of prepared Corydalis yanhusuo tuber for its ability to invigorate Blood, promote the movement of Qi and stop stagnation of almost any kind affecting the chest, abdomen or limbs, and by Turmeric rhizome to invigorate Blood, promote the movement of Qi, alleviate stagnation and expel Wind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEarthworm, found in the original formula to drain heat, extinguish Wind and unblock the collaterals, has been replaced by Siler root to expel Wind. Large-leaf gentian root dispels Wind Dampness, soothes the sinews and collaterals, and addresses Wind Damp obstruction and cramping, especially in the extremities. Large-leaf gentian root also combines with Notopterygium root and rhizome to address Wind Cold Damp obstruction that gets lodged in the channels. These three herbs form a strong combination to address Blood stagnation and Wind accumulation in the channels. Chinese licorice root and rhizome tonifies the Spleen, augments the Qi, moderates occasional spasms, alleviates stagnation, and harmonizes the others herbs in the formula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrive Out Stasis\u003c\/strong\u003e can be combined with any formula to provide Blood invigoration, or when other Blood invigorating formulas are not sufficiently moving the Qi or Blood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eORIGINS AND DEVELOPMENT\u003cbr\u003eDrive Out Blood Stasis Decoction (Shen Tong Zhu Yu Tang).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"02-KT-drive","offers":[{"title":"1 ounce \/ Extract","offer_id":44685732970814,"sku":"DOS1","price":14.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"120 tablets \/ Tablets","offer_id":44841421570366,"sku":"DOS120","price":22.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 ounces \/ Extract","offer_id":44685733036350,"sku":"DOS2","price":27.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300 tablets \/ Tablets","offer_id":61482967007602,"sku":"DOS300","price":52.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"60 tablets \/ Tablets","offer_id":61482967040370,"sku":"DOS60","price":12.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 ounces \/ Extract","offer_id":44685733134654,"sku":"DOS8","price":91.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/4365\/5742\/products\/Kan_Traditionals_Drive_Out_Stasis_Tablets.png?v=1677789495"},{"product_id":"four-cold-extremities","title":"Four Cold Extremities","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTablets for this formula are being discontinued. \u003c\/strong\u003eExtract will still be available, however we have a recommended substitute for tablets for this formula with: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kanherb.com\/products\/bupleurum-soothing-liver-formula\/?q=bupleu\" title=\"Bupleurum Soothing Liver Formula\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBupleurum \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kanherb.com\/products\/bupleurum-soothing-liver-formula\/?q=bupleu\" title=\"Bupleurum Soothing Liver Formula\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSoothing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kanherb.com\/products\/bupleurum-soothing-liver-formula\/?q=bupleu\" title=\"Bupleurum Soothing Liver Formula\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e Liver  Formula\u003c\/a\u003e (\u003cem\u003eChai Hu Shu Gan San).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFour Cold Extremities\u003c\/strong\u003e addresses a variety of patterns resulting from constrained Qi in the Interior. These indications range from a very simple presentation of occasional cold extremities (below the elbows and knees), to Liver and Spleen disharmony accompanied by an excess, wiry pulse, to patterns where constrained Qi is present with contradictory signs like Hot\/Cold or Dryness\/Dampness. The common ground for this formula is constrained or stagnant Qi in the Interior, supported by the appearance of an excess pulse with occasional frigid or cold extremities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe goal of the formula is to regulate Qi by venting Heat, releasing the constrained Qi. These are the two primary functions of the chief herb, Bupleurum root. It moves the Liver Qi while simultaneously venting to the Exterior. It lifts the clear Yang, which allows the turbid Yin to descend and harmonizes the Qi mechanisms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBitter orange immature fruit, the deputy, regulates Liver Qi stagnation and disperses accumulation, especially of the Middle Burner, supports the Spleen, and breaks up constrained Qi in the Interior of the body. White peony root, the assistant, nourishes Blood and Liver, and smooths the movement of Qi throughout the body. This herb holds things in, in contrast to the chief herb Bupleurum root, which disperses. The combination disseminates Liver Qi without injuring Liver Yin. When the Liver is nourished, so are the sinews, muscles and tendons, a direct reflection of the interaction between the Liver (sinews and tendons) and Spleen (muscles). Honey fried Chinese licorice root and rhizome harmonizes the properties of the other herbs in the formula, but also strengthens the Spleen and Middle Burner Qi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFour Cold Extremities\u003c\/strong\u003e disperses while also astringing and nourishing, facilitating both ascent and descent, moving Yang while supporting Yin, moving the Liver while supporting the Spleen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile this formula is a harmonizing formula like \u003cstrong\u003eFree and Easy Wanderer\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eMinor Bupleurum\u003c\/strong\u003e, it is important to differentiate them. In the case of \u003cstrong\u003eFree and Easy Wanderer\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Spleen is deficient and the pulse will be wiry but also deficient, showing signs of Spleen Qi and Blood deficiency. \u003cstrong\u003eMinor Bupleurum\u003c\/strong\u003e harmonizes the interior and the exterior layers whenthere are occasional alternating sensations of hot and cold, which points to a blockup of the Shao Yang layer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCombine with \u003cstrong\u003eDigestive Harmony Formula\u003c\/strong\u003e for occasional food stagnation. 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Prepared Rehmannia root and White peony root are known for their ability to strongly tonify the Blood, and nourish the Yin. Simply nourishing the Blood, without providing the means to move it, could create stasis. The second pair, Dong quai root and Sichuan lovage rhizome support and encourage the movement of Blood, thus preventing the formula from becoming cloying and heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFour Substances\u003c\/strong\u003e is used widely and can be combined with any formula to further nourish and tonify Blood. 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Bitter orange immature fruit and White peony root dispel the Qi stagnation that can result from Blood stasis, while the latter also nourishes the Blood. Sandalwood promotes the smooth flow of Qi with its intensely aromatic nature. Siler root expels accumulated Wind Dampness. Chinese licorice root and rhizome tonifies the Spleen, augments the Qi, clears Heat, moderates occasional spasm, and harmonizes the actions of the other herbs in the formula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall, this powerful combination of herbs supports healthy tendons, bones, sinews, invigorates the Blood and the channels, and breaks up Blood stagnation patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGreat Mender Formula\u003c\/strong\u003e can be combined with\u003cstrong\u003e Women’s Precious\u003c\/strong\u003e for underlying Qi and Blood deficiency. 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White Asian ginseng root and rhizome strongly supplements Original Qi, strengthens the Spleen and Stomach, and works synchronously with White atractylodes rhizome to strengthen Spleen and dry Dampness. Poria strengthens the Spleen, drains Dampness, and mitigates the cloying nature of honey fried Chinese licorice root and rhizome, which strengthens the Spleen and harmonizes the actions of the other herbs in the formula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFortifying Kidney Yang tonics such as Deer horn gelatin, Chinese dodder seed, Morinda root and Eucommia bark address the root pattern of Kidney Yang deficiency. Deer horn gelatin tonifies Yang, augments the Essence and nourishes the Blood. Chinese dodder seed warms the primal Yang, nourishes the Yin, secures the Essence and tonifies the Kidneys, Liver, and Spleen without being cloying. Morinda root tonifies Kidney Yang, augments the Essence, and disperses Wind Dampness. 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It regulates and strengthens the Penetrating (Chong) and Conception (Ren) vessels, and nourishes Yin, Blood and Essence. As Yin and Yang share the same root, the Essence, they are best tonified together, and this formula includes some tonification of Kidney Yang. It is well-suited for men and women.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKidney Essence is a vital substance that derives from both the prenatal Essence, inherited from birth, and postnatal Essence, derived from digestion of Gu Qi by the Spleen and Stomach. \u003cstrong\u003eNourish Jade Yin\u003c\/strong\u003e’s emphasis is on the tonification of Blood and Yin, which can benefit the generation of Gu Qi into postnatal Essence. It addresses declining Kidney Yin, deficient Blood and Yin, and Essence deficiency with Empty Heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrepared Rehmannia root, the chief herb in this formula, combines with White peony root to tonify Liver, Kidney Yin and Blood and to foster Essence. Dong quai root tonifies and invigorates the Blood, regulates the menses, and disperses Cold. Processed Polygonum multiflorum root tonifies the Liver and Kidneys, nourishes the Blood and augments the Essence. Lycium fruit tonifies Liver Blood and Kidney Yin, benefits the Essence, enriches the Yin, moistens the Lungs and mildly tonifies Kidney Yang.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChinese dodder seed tonifies the Yang, augments the Yin, tonifies the Kidneys and Liver, benefits the Spleen and secures the Essence without being overly cloying or warm. Eclipta herb nourishes the Yin of the Liver and Kidneys, cools Heat and Blood. Ligustrum fruit and Asiatic cornelian cherry nourish Kidney Yin, clear Empty Heat and secure the Essence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis formula was modified to include the warming, Yang tonifying herb Morinda root to assist in balancing the Yang portion of this pattern. It tonifies the Kidney Yang without being overly drying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf concurrent Spleen Qi deficiency exists, combine with \u003cstrong\u003eFour Gentlemen\u003c\/strong\u003e or\u003cstrong\u003e Shen Ling Spleen Support\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eORIGINS AND DEVELOPMENT\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNourish Jade Yin\u003c\/strong\u003e is based on the classical formula Nourish the Essence and Plant the Seed Formula (Yang Jing Zhong Yu Tang), adapted by Fu Qing-Zhu and based on the formula from the authors of Zhong Yi Fu Chan Ke Xue (A Study of TCM Gynecology and Obstetrics), which includes the herbal pair Eclipta herb and Ligustrum fruit, or Two Solstices Pill (Er Zhi Wan), which strongly nourishes Kidney Yin and clears Empty or deficient Heat. 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As the name implies, the primary goal of the formula is to calm the Shen. It accomplishes this by transforming Phlegm that is misting the Heart, tonifying Blood and Yin, and regulating the Qi. When Blood is deficient, it is unable to nourish the Heart, and therefore cannot properly house the Shen, causing restlessness. When Yin is deficient, it can engender upward flaring Fire, disturbing the Shen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Shen houses the Heart Mind and the Spirit, and a healthy Shen supports clear mental faculties and focus. There are many reasons the Spirit can become disturbed, including over-stimulation, emotional or mental disturbances, and improper diet. It can also be due to underlying Blood, Yin or Qi deficiency, or Phlegm misting the Heart orifice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpirit normally will sink inwards at night, supporting sleep that is peaceful, undisturbed and restful. When Spirit becomes disturbed, agitated or restless, sleep is easily disrupted, resulting in a racing mind that cannot settle, occasional insomnia and dream-disturbed sleep. During the day, Spirit disturbance can manifest as an occasional overall feeling of discomfort with oneself or with others, occasional anxiety, or occasional feelings of fearfulness or timidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether Spirit disturbance is due to an underlying deficiency or to an external cause contributing to deficiency, \u003cstrong\u003eRescue the Spirit\u003c\/strong\u003e is applicable. The overall goal of this formula is to tonify Blood and Yin in order to support a healthy Shen. This formula combines herbs that calm the Spirit, tonify Blood and Yin and transform Phlegm. It gently nourishes the Qi to support the Spleen’s ability to augment the Blood and transform Phlegm. With the inclusion of herbs that open the Heart orifice, it addresses the root, Spleen Qi deficiency, and the branch insubstantial Phlegm misting the Heart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDry fried Sour jujube seed, Polygonum multiflorum stem, Biota seed, Schisandra fruit, Red jujube fruit and Polygala root all calm the Spirit. Additionally, Dry fried Sour jujube seed nourishes the Heart Yin, tonifies Liver Blood, addresses occasional irritability and insomnia due to either Blood deficiency, with Blood unable to nourish the Heart, or Yin deficiency with upward flaring Fire. Polygonum multiflorum stem nourishes the Heart and Blood and is especially relevant for patterns of Yin or Blood deficiency accompanied with occasional insomnia and irritability. It also dispels Wind and unblocks the channels. Red jujube fruit tonifies the Spleen Qi, reducing irritability and emotional liability, and nourishes the Blood. Biota seed tonifies Heart Yin and Blood. Schisandra fruit helps to astringe leakage of Essence, calms and contains Heart Qi, and tonifies Kidneys. White peony root tonifies the Blood and nourishes the Liver. Ophiopogon tuber nourishes the Yin, moistens the Lungs, generates fluids in the Stomach, and clears Heat. Turmeric root tuber invigorates the Blood, regulates the Qi, and cools the Blood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePoria with wood root strengthens the Spleen, transforms Phlegm and quiets the Heart and Spirit, while Licorice cured Pinellia rhizome transforms Dampness and causes rebellious Qi to descend. Polygala root quiets the Heart, calms the Spirit, dispels Phlegm, opens the orifices and disperses accumulation. Altaica rhizome transforms Phlegm, opens the orifices, strengthens the Spleen and expels Wind Damp from the channels. Dry fried Barley sprout harmonizes and strengthens the Stomach while addressing Liver Qi stagnation. Chinese licorice root and rhizome tonifies the Spleen and augments the Qi, clears Heat and resolves blazing Fire. It also moderates and harmonizes all of the herbs found in this formula. Chrysanthemum flower expels the Exterior and, more importantly in this formula, it clears Heat from the Liver and extinguishes Wind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOther formulas that benefit the Shen include: \u003cstrong\u003ePeaceful Sleep\u003c\/strong\u003e addresses an unsettled Spirit and Heat in the Heart with underlying Blood deficiency. \u003cstrong\u003eCelestial Emperor’s Blend\u003c\/strong\u003e addresses Heart and Kidney Yin deficiency or Heart and Kidney not communicating. \u003cstrong\u003eZizyphus Sleep\u003c\/strong\u003e Formula is used in patterns of Liver and Heart Blood deficiency disturbing the Spirit (Shen). 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Together, these formulas move Qi, reduce food stagnation and accumulations and protect against exterior invasions associated with food or water, especially while traveling. The formula was further modified to strongly support the Spleen and Stomach, address Damp Heat, and assist the Stomach with proper assimilation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the name implies, \u003cstrong\u003eTraveler’s Comfort\u003c\/strong\u003e is a wonderful formula to protect and comfort the digestive system from exterior invasions when exposed to unfamiliar or impure food and water. The aim of the formula is to prevent food stagnation and by extension Damp Heat accumulation, which can foster the perfect environment for invasion. Because of the broad Spleen and Stomach support that this formula offers, it can be taken for an extended period of time while traveling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAucklandia and Betel Nut Pill promotes the movement of Qi and transforms stagnation, primarily addressing occasional focal and generalized distention, occasional fullness and stagnation in the epigastrium and abdomen. From this formula, Traveler’s Comfort retains Saussurea root, Tangerine dried rind of green fruit, Coptis rhizome and Phellodendron bark. Saussurea root promotes the movement of Qi, and is especially indicated for stagnant Spleen and Stomach Qi accompanied with occasional lack of appetite or food stagnation. It adjusts and regulates stagnant Qi in the Intestines and strengthens the Spleen. It combines with White atractylodes rhizome and Tangerine dried rind of green fruit to address occasional loss of appetite accompanied with occasional epigastric and abdominal distention and stagnation. It also combines with Coptis rhizome to address occasional loose stools accompanied by abdominal discomfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCharred Chinese hawthorn fruit and Garlic bulb provide support in dispersing food stagnation and accumulation, and are very effective in addressing Damp Heat lodged in the Intestines. Charred Chinese hawthorn fruit reduces food stagnation and accumulations, especially from meat and greasy foods, and invigorates the Blood. Garlic bulb transforms food stagnation, unblocks accumulations, promotes the movement of Qi, warms the Stomach and strengthens the Spleen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePrepared Cyperus rhizome promotes the flow of Qi in the Liver and Stomach channels, relieves Liver constraint and harmonizes Liver and Spleen. White peony root tonifies Liver Blood, extinguishes Wind, nourishes and harmonizes Liver and Spleen, calms and curbs Liver Yang. Codonopsis root and Clove flower tonify the Middle Burner, augment Spleen Qi, directs rebellious Qi downward, and fortifies Kidney Yang. Dry fried Bitter orange immature fruit promotes the movement of Qi in the Middle Burner and transforms Phlegm. Poria tonifies Spleen and eliminates Dampness. Honey fried Chinese licorice root and rhizome tonifies Spleen Qi, clears Heat, moderates and harmonizes the actions of the other herbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFrom Mume Pill, Traveler’s Comfort utilizes Mume fruit to bind the Intestines and dried Ginger rhizome to warm the Interior and disperse internal Cold. Phellodendron bark clears Heat and dries Dampness in the digestive system. Torreya seed and Halloysite astringe, protect and safeguard against a wide variety of external invasions targeting Stomach and Intestines. Quisqualis fruit, Melia fruit, and Chinese pulsatilla root support the Spleen and Stomach while guarding against external food-borne invasions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eORIGINS AND DEVELOPMENT\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAucklandia and Betel Nut Pill (Mu Xiang Bing Lang Wan) was taken from the Confusians’ Duties to Their Parents (Ru Men Shi Qin), written by Zhang Cong-Zheng (1156-1228). 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The Kidney is the source of the True Fire and Water of the body, and it is from this parallel that the formula draws its name. The Kidney is responsible for controlling the movement of body fluids through the Lower Burner; the balance of Kidney Yang and Yin must be maintained for proper regulation to occur. When True Yang is deficient, the Kidney Qi is no longer sufficiently supported, weakening its transformative powers. Water then overflows its bounds, accumulating in the Lower Burner and settling in the lower regions of the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKidney Yang is the root of the body’s Yang Qi, and frequently its deficiency engenders Spleen Yang deficiency. This sequence strongly affects the movement and balance of Water in the body. Although Water is governed by the Kidney, the Spleen is responsible for controlling it. When Spleen Yang is unable to transform and transport water, Dampness may infiltrate the flesh, causing a pattern known as Leg Qi. The retention of Dampness may also cause occasional loose stools. The heavy quality of Water and Dampness also has an effect on the upper body, as the clear Yang is hindered from ascending, veiling the sensory organs, clouding the Mind, creating an occasional heavy or dizzy sensation.\u003cstrong\u003e True Warrior Formula\u003c\/strong\u003e also addresses externally contracted Wind Cold at the Tai Yang or Greater Yang level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOne of the most useful guides to the many patterns for which this formula can be used is provided by Chen Chao-Zu in Strategies and Formulas in Chinese Herbology. He groups those under eight categories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrue Warrior\u003c\/strong\u003e Formula addresses:\u003cbr\u003e• Spleen Yang deficiency with obstruction and stagnation of Phlegm fluid and water Dampness in the Lower Burner, Kidneys or Bladder.\u003cbr\u003e• Stagnation and lingering of excess fluids in the Exterior manifesting as aversion to cold, occasional discomfort in the body and extremities and occasional water retention. 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The chief herb in this formula is the very warming and spicy, prepared Aconite root. It tonifies the Fire at the Gate of Vitality, revives the Yang and supports the Kidney’s function of transforming water. It expels Cold Damp obstruction and guides the actions of the other herbs into all twelve channels. The deputies are White atractylodes rhizome and Poria. White atractylodes rhizome tonifies Spleen and Stomach Qi, dries Dampness, supports healthy water metabolism, and stabilizes the Exterior. Poria supports healthy urination, leaches out Dampness, strengthens the Spleen, harmonizes the Middle Burner, and quiets the Heart. Ginger rhizome warms the Middle and expels Cold, especially for warming the Spleen and Stomach when there is an excess due to externally contracted Cold. It also rescues the Yang, expels interior Cold and warms the Lungs and the channels. White peony root nourishes Blood, calms and curbs Liver Yang, preserves the Yin and adjusts the Nutritive and Protective levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eORIGINS AND DEVELOPMENT\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTrue Warrior Decoction (Zhen Wu Tang), is a classical Chinese herbal formula found in the Shang han lun written by Zhang Zhong-Jing at the end of the later Han Dynasty.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"02-KT-true","offers":[{"title":"1 ounce \/ Extract","offer_id":44843260313918,"sku":"TWF1","price":13.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"120 tablets \/ Tablets","offer_id":61483048960370,"sku":"TWF120","price":21.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 ounces \/ Extract","offer_id":44843260346686,"sku":"TWF2","price":26.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300 tablets \/ Tablets","offer_id":44841536815422,"sku":"TWF300","price":49.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"60 tablets \/ Tablets","offer_id":44843260412222,"sku":"TWF60","price":11.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 ounces \/ Extract","offer_id":44843260379454,"sku":"TWF8","price":86.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/4365\/5742\/products\/Kan_Traditionals_True_Warrior_Formula_Tablets.png?v=1677789716"},{"product_id":"warm-the-flow","title":"Warm the Flow","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarm the Flow\u003c\/strong\u003e (Wen Jing Tang) addresses deficiency and Cold of the Penetrating (Chong) and Conception (Ren) vessels. Both the Penetrating and Conception vessels originate in the lower abdomen, near the uterus. The Penetrating vessel is called the “sea of Blood” and the Conception vessel is said to “Dominate the uterus”. External or internal Cold can accumulate near these vessels in the lower abdomen, causing contraction and blockage of the vessels, leading to Qi and Blood stagnation, a common contribution to menstrual irregularities, such as early or late menstruation, extended flow length or occasional spotting between menstruation, and may be accompanied with occasional sensations of cold in the lower abdomen or menstrual discomfort that is improved with warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeeping feet and legs warm, avoiding sitting on cold surfaces, avoiding wearing shorts in cold weather, especially while exercising, and avoiding submerging the lower abdomen in cold bodies of water are important practices that help decrease the potential for Cold to become lodged in the vessels. The chance of Cold stagnating in the vessels greatly increases if the previously mentioned circumstances occur while menstruating. Cold lodging in the Lower Jiao is not limited to women, but is a more typical pattern for women due to regular monthly blood loss. Although this is primarily a Cold-based pattern, it is possible to have Heat in the palms and soles of the feet, a feeling of heat in the evening and occasional flushing upward of Heat. This could be mistaken for Yin deficiency, and it is differentiated by a concurrent cold lower abdomen with no desire to drink liquids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarm the Flow\u003c\/strong\u003e is a warming formula that dispels Cold, nourishes and invigorates the Blood. It is classically skillfully designed to address elements of combined excess and deficiency along with Cold and Heat presentations. Warming the Qi and Blood and dispelling Cold leads to and supports the nourishing of Blood and dispelling of stasis. Warm the Flow addresses both the root and the branch of the pattern, thereby promoting overall health of the Penetrating and Conception vessels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe chief herbs, Evodia fruit and Chinese cinnamon twig, are both strongly warming. Evodia fruit warms the Interior and Middle Burner, regulates Liver Qi, redirects rebellious Qi down, dispels Cold and dries Dampness. Chinese cinnamon twig releases the Exterior, warms and unblocks the channels, strengthens the Yang and disperses Cold. This is a powerful combination to remove Cold, especially from the lower abdomen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDong quai root, Sichuan lovage rhizome and White peony root, the deputies, invigorate and nourish Blood, and dispel Blood stasis. In the classical form of Wen Jing Tang, Donkey-hide glue was used, and due to regulatory concerns, it has been replaced with Lycium fruit and processed Polygonum multiflorum root to tonify Blood and Yin. Ophiopogon tuber tonifies Blood and Yin, moistens Dryness, clears deficiency Heat, and regulates Liver Qi. Tree peony root bark clears Heat due to deficiency or excess, cools and invigorates the Blood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of White Asian ginseng root and rhizome, Chinese licorice root and rhizome and Ginger rhizome, all warming herbs, strengthen the Qi of the Spleen and Stomach. Ginger cured Pinellia rhizome transforms Phlegm and redirects rebellious Qi downward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor stronger signs of Blood stagnation with Blood deficiency, combine with \u003cstrong\u003eAugmented Four Substances\u003c\/strong\u003e. For concurrent Liver Qi stagnation with occasional premenstrual disharmonies, combine with \u003cstrong\u003eFree and Easy Wanderer\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eJade Calm\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eORIGINS AND DEVELOPMENT\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFlow-Warming Decoction or Warm the Channels Decoction (Wen Jing Tang).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"02-KT-warm","offers":[{"title":"1 ounce \/ Extract","offer_id":44685787857214,"sku":"WF1","price":13.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 ounces \/ Extract","offer_id":44685787922750,"sku":"WF2","price":26.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"8 ounces \/ Extract","offer_id":44685788021054,"sku":"WF8","price":86.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/4365\/5742\/products\/Kan_Traditionals_Warm_the_Flow_Extract.png?v=1678147383"},{"product_id":"consolidate-red-river","title":"Consolidate Red River","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis formula is being \u003cstrong\u003ediscontinued\u003c\/strong\u003e. A formula that we are recommending as a substitute for this item is \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Jade Restraint\" href=\"https:\/\/kanherb.com\/products\/jade-restraint\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e Jade Restraint. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNext to Essence (\u003cem\u003eJing\u003c\/em\u003e), Blood (\u003cem\u003eXue\u003c\/em\u003e) is the most dense and substantial body constituent, the stuff out of which all tissue and structural components arise. Blood also serves as the medium of the Mind. Blood, which arises from the Marrow and is generated by Essence, is the mother of Qi.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen Blood is lost, the Qi loses its root and the unity of the soma and psyche can be easily perturbed. This may account for the occasional disorientation that some people experience after donating blood, a heavy menstrual period or after childbirth.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInsufficiency of Blood is often associated with weakness of the Spleen (whose Qi contains the Blood within the vessels), and inadequate storage by the Liver (which nurtures the Blood), or may result from occasional psychological stress or mental effort that overtaxes the Qi of the Liver, Heart and Spleen. Because Blood is derived from Marrow and Essence, Blood deficiency can develop as a result of excessive physical work and immoderate sexual activity that depletes the Kidney Essence.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConsolidate Red River\u003c\/strong\u003e helps to maintain the quality of Blood and keeps it in its proper locale within the vessels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRATIONALE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTienchi ginseng root and rhizome, Dong quai root and White peony root strengthen the Spleen and the Liver, enabling them to generate, store and nurture the Blood. Sichuan teasel root and Eclipta herb support the Liver and Kidney, supplement Marrow, strengthen bones and secure the womb. Lotus root node, Agrimony herb and Field thistle herb assists purifying the Blood and containing it within the vessels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall, these herbs bolster and invigorate the Blood while sustaining the integrity of the vessels.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"06-CM-conso","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52355121643890,"sku":"CRR1","price":13.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/4365\/5742\/products\/Chinese_Modular_Solutions_Consolidate_Red_River_Extract.png?v=1677824023"},{"product_id":"disperse-red-river","title":"Disperse Red River","description":"\u003cp\u003eStagnation of Blood underlies many patterns of imbalance, whether recent or developing. When Blood does not circulate freely, some of the Five Organ Networks may be deprived of nourishment, while others may become disordered due to Blood stagnation. Menstruating women are particularly susceptible to stagnation of Blood, especially before, during or following their menstrual periods. The adequate distribution and perfusion of Blood is essential for optimal fertility and healthy pregnancies. Physical, mental and emotional stress can lead to stagnation of Qi which in turn hinders the harmonious circulation of Blood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMen are also prone to stagnation of Blood engendered by high fat, high sugar (alcohol), high purine diets, overwork, occupational and recreational excesses, emotional distress and sedentary lifestyles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProper circulation and nourishment of Blood is dependent upon the healthy function of the Liver, Heart and Spleen. An imbalance between these Organ Networks often interact to create disharmonies of quality, quantity and distribution of Blood. The etiological concept of Blood Stasis is an important theoretical principle. Over time, Blood stagnation can lead to Qi stagnation and the eventual depletion of healthy Qi and Blood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisperse Red River\u003c\/strong\u003e is gentle and moderate in supporting the circulation of Blood, while also nurturing Blood and activating Qi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRATIONALE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChinese salvia root and rhizome, Sichuan lovage rhizome, Shiny bugleweed herb, Turmeric root tuber, Luffa herb and Artemisia anomala herb move the Blood and counteract stasis. Prepared Cyperus rhizome, Bitter orange immature fruit and Sichuan lovage rhizome assist Blood circulation by activating Qi, especially in the Middle and Lower Burners. White peony root supplements Blood and consolidates Yin. Chinese cinnamon twig opens the channels and invigorates the Yang, enabling the Blood to move easily to the surface as well as through the interior. From an alternative point of view, Bitter orange immature fruit, prepared Cyperus rhizome, Turmeric root tuber and White peony root harmonize the Liver which can then appropriately store and release Blood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChinese salvia root and rhizome, Luffa herb, Turmeric root tuber, Shiny bugleweed herb and Sichuan lovage rhizome assist the circulation of Blood through the Heart, chest and breasts. Prepared Cyperus rhizome, Turmeric root tuber, Artemisia anomala herb and Shiny bugleweed herb mobilize Blood in the Lower Burner, helping to support normal menstruation. Sichuan lovage rhizome, Luffa herb, Turmeric root tuber and Chinese cinnamon twig facilitate circulation in the channels and vessels, while helping to disperse Wind, Damp and Cold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn combination, these herbs harmonize and activate Blood, moving it from the core to the surface, from the Upper to the Lower Burner and through the vessels and viscera.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"06-CM-dispe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52355123478898,"sku":"DRR1","price":13.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/4365\/5742\/products\/Chinese_Modular_Solutions_Disperse_Red_River_Extract.png?v=1677824026"}],"url":"https:\/\/kanherb.myshopify.com\/collections\/white-peony-root.oembed","provider":"Kan Herb Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}