{"product_id":"womens-journey","title":"Women's Journey","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWomen’s Journey \u003c\/strong\u003ewas formulated to address Cold and deficiency of the Conception \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e(Ren mai) \u003c\/em\u003eand Penetrating \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e(Chong mai) \u003c\/em\u003evessels. When these vessels are Cold and deficient, the Blood and Qi moving through them stagnates. Blood stasis, in turn, prevents the production of new Blood. Since one function of Blood is to moisten and cool the body, deficient Blood gives rise to Heat signs. Because of this, \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWomen’s Journey \u003c\/strong\u003ealso addresses imbalances that are more characteristic of Heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePHYSICAL INDICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlood represents the aspect of being that allows for comfort and a feeling of completion within oneself. For women of menopausal age, physical and emotional changes due to disruption of the Blood cycle may be of great concern. When a woman presents patterns of excess as well as deficiency, or Heat and Cold simultaneously, the practitioner will need to address both of these imbalances. \u003cstrong\u003eWomen’s Journey \u003c\/strong\u003eis designed to alleviate such conflicting signs as an occasional cold abdomen, pale tongue color and complexion, blushing, sweating, fatigue and disturbed sleep. Although this formula is designed primarily for women, it may also be used for men with Cold paralysis and Heat agitation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePSYCHOLOGICAL AND TRANSFORMATIONAL INDICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis formula may benefit those who are having difficulty relating to transitions and changes in their environment. \u003cstrong\u003eWomen’s Journey \u003c\/strong\u003eis used primarily for women during menopause who are exhibiting both Cold and Heat signs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eORIGIN AND DEVELOPMENT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWomen’s Journey \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Wen Jing Tang) \u003c\/em\u003eis based on the formula called “Warm the Menses Soup” from \u003cem\u003eEssentials from the Golden Cabinet\u003c\/em\u003e, written by Zhang Zhong-Jing during the Eastern Han Dynasty. The original formula has been modified with Anemarrhena rhizome and Curculigo rhizome to increase its Heat and Cold clearing actions, with Oyster shell added to calm the Spirit \u003cem\u003e(Shen) \u003c\/em\u003eand benefit the Yin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT THE HERBS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOyster shell \u003c\/strong\u003ecalms and settles the Spirit \u003cem\u003e(Shen)\u003c\/em\u003e, and is used for occasional anxiety and insomnia. It is salty, astringent and cool, and enters the Liver and Kidney meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDong quai root \u003c\/strong\u003etonifies the Blood and regulates the menses. It is also an important herb to invigorate Blood and dispel Blood stasis. It is sweet, acrid and warm, and enters the Heart, Liver and Spleen meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhite peony root \u003c\/strong\u003enourishes the Blood, pacifies the Liver and alleviates stagnation. It is used for deficient Blood when combined with the other tonifying herbs in this formula. It is bitter, sour and cool, and enters the Liver and Spleen meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTree peony root bark \u003c\/strong\u003eassists in dispelling Blood stasis, clearing deficient Heat and cooling the Blood. It is acrid, bitter and cool, and enters the Heart, Liver and Kidney meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOphiopogon tuber \u003c\/strong\u003enourishes the Yin and clears deficient Heat. It is sweet and cool, and enters the Heart, Lung and Stomach meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEvodia fruit \u003c\/strong\u003ewarms the menses, dispels Cold, alleviates stagnation and moves Qi. Combined with Chinese cinnamon twig, this herb addresses Blood stasis due to Cold. It is acrid, bitter and hot, and enters the Stomach, Spleen, Liver and Kidney meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChinese cinnamon twig \u003c\/strong\u003eis used for warming the channels and dispersing Cold that may be obstructing the Blood. It is sweet, acrid and warm, and enters the Lung and Bladder meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGinger rhizome \u003c\/strong\u003ecombines with Chinese licorice root and rhizome and White Asian ginseng root and rhizome to harmonize the Stomach and Spleen and tonify the Qi. This ensures the productive process of transforming Yang to Yin, resulting in sufficient Blood. It is acrid and hot, and enters the Lung and Stomach meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChinese licorice root and rhizome \u003c\/strong\u003eassists the other Spleen herbs and harmonizes all the herbs in this formula. It is sweet and neutral, and enters all twelve meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnemarrhena rhizome \u003c\/strong\u003eis the first addition to this traditional formula, as are all of the following herbs. Anemarrhena rhizome clears Heat and quells Fire, while at the same time moistening dryness and nurturing the Yin. It is bitter and cold, and enters the Lung, Stomach and Kidney meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhellodendron bark \u003c\/strong\u003ewill temper deficient Kidney Fire, addressing occasional night sweats and hot flashes. It is bitter and cold, and enters the Kidney and Bladder meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMorinda root \u003c\/strong\u003eis classified as a Kidney Yang tonic, and is used for fortifying Yang and strengthening the sinews and bones. It is acrid, sweet and warm, and enters the Liver and Kidney meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurculigo rhizome \u003c\/strong\u003eis similar in action and use to Morinda root in that it warms the Lower Burner by tonifying the Yang. We have added Curculigo rhizome along with Morinda root, two Kidney Yang tonics, to address the cold sensations that occur with Hot and Cold Blood syndromes. It is acrid and warm, and enters the Kidney and Liver meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRaw Rehmannia root \u003c\/strong\u003ecools the Blood, nourishes the Yin and generates fluids. It is bitter and cold, and enters the Heart, Liver and Kidney meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhite Asian ginseng root and rhizome \u003c\/strong\u003estrongly tonifies the Qi. White Asian ginseng root and rhizome, Chinese licorice root and rhizome and Ginger rhizome are used in \u003cstrong\u003eWomen’s Journey \u003c\/strong\u003eto give strength to the Stomach and Spleen for ample Blood production. It is sweet and warm, and enters the Spleen and Lung meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLycium fruit \u003c\/strong\u003enourishes and tonifies the Liver and Kidneys. It tonifies Blood and benefits the Essence \u003cem\u003e(Jing)\u003c\/em\u003e. It is sweet and neutral, and enters the Liver, Lung and Kidney meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProcessed Polygonum multiflorum root\u003c\/strong\u003e, in tandem with Lycium fruit, tonifies the Liver and Kidneys, nourishes Blood and benefits Essence \u003cem\u003e(Jing)\u003c\/em\u003e. It is bitter, sweet and slightly warm, and enters the Liver and Kidney meridians.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"01-KH-women","offers":[{"title":"1 ounce \/ Extract","offer_id":44843265032510,"sku":"WJO1","price":16.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"120 tablets \/ Tablets","offer_id":44843265163582,"sku":"WJO120","price":27.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 ounces \/ Extract","offer_id":44843265065278,"sku":"WJO2","price":30.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300 tablets \/ Tablets","offer_id":44841506046270,"sku":"WJO300","price":63.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"60 tablets \/ Tablets","offer_id":44843265130814,"sku":"WJO60","price":14.3,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 ounces \/ Extract","offer_id":44843265098046,"sku":"WJO8","price":105.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/4365\/5742\/products\/Kan_Herbals_Womens_Journey_Extract.png?v=1677648057","url":"https:\/\/kanherb.myshopify.com\/products\/womens-journey","provider":"Kan Herb Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}