Raw Herbs &
Concentrated Pills and Liquids Herbs are most effective in their natural
form. Like food , something is lost in processing. This means that the
most effective way to use herbs is fresh from the garden, hillside, desert,
sea. Since this is not always possible, the next best thing is to dry the
herbs. These dried herbs are most effective when used in a "formula."
Four to eighteen
herbs are combined to enhance one another's properties. These combinations
are designed to best benefit the individual's needs at any given time.
Call (310) 392-2559, if you
need help in formulating a tea.
We carry almost every legal
Chinese Herb.
Below is just
a small sample of the herbs we have.
If you need a
Chinese herb that is not included in the following list, chances are we
carry it or can "special order" it for you.
Clear Mind, Open
Awareness ACORUS Graminei
(SHI CHANG PI)
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Used for thousands
of years in the Far East for its quality of clearing the mind, Acorus is
a tonic for the brain and the nervous system. It promotes circulation,
increases sensitivity, sharpens memory and enhances awareness. Because
of the strong stimulating nature of this herb, we suggest using only few
grams at a time.
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ALBIZZIA ( He
Huan Hua) -
Said to be the
ultimate herb to balance emotions, sometimes called "Happy Flowers," it
nourishes the mind and body, helping to overcome fright, worry and insomnia.
This herb can also be used to ease the symptoms of alcohol withdrawal.
This herb can be brewed into a tasty tea in just a few minutes
Weight Control
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ALISMA PLANTAGO
(Zie Xie) -
The diuretic action
of this herb strengthens the kidney's function of removing water, assisting
in weight control.
Fertility, Beauty,
Love
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ASPARAGUS ROOT
WILD (Tien Men Tong) -
A valuable "yin"
tonic, it is credited with opening the heart, prolonging life, and fortifying
the sexual functions of both men and women. Asparagus is traditionally
used as a major tonic to build the lung.
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Tonic, Strength,
Immunity, Allergies, Weight Loss
ASTRAGALUS RADIX
(Huang Chi or Huang Qi) -
One of the most
important herbs in the world, it is recognized as a superb, potent immune
system tonic by modern researchers. Good for use between recurring colds,
it has been used for over 2000 years to strengthen the body and is believed
to strengthen muscle and improve metabolic functions. Excellent for athletes,
as well as for those with weakened immune systems.
Pills Concentrate-
Astragalus
006.6 60 capsules
$19.00
Liquid Concentrate-Astragalus
006.8 2oz $12.00
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Weight Control,
Energy Tonic
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ATRACTYLUS (Pai
Shu or Bai Zhu) -
This herb is credited
in the East as a vitality tonic. Strengthening both the stomach and the
spleen, it regulates the digestive function, fighting fatigue, gas and
diarrhea. Its slight diuretic action makes it widely used in weight control
programs.
DEER TENDON
- An astonishingly powerful and nourishing energy tonic that strengthens
tendons and muscles. Great for top athletic performance, it is said to
aid in the healing of weak and disabled people. This herb can be added
to soups.
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Sexuality,
Longevity, Awareness, Athletic Energy
DEER ANTLER (Pantocrin
or Lu Rong)-
In the Orient
deer antler is revered as a potent sexual and longevity tonic strengthening
all parts of one's life. It treats hormonal deficiencies, while strengthening
the nervous system and heart. The antler of the deer is painlessly removed
when it has grown just three spikes and is still covered by velvet. The
deer will grow new antlers. The tip of the antler is the most potent part
as it contains the most active substances. Modern research indicates that
deer antler stimulates the production of blood.
Raw - Premium,
Kirin antler, Sliced antler tips
Liquid Extract
- (Premium, Kirin antler, Sliced antler tips)
Super High Potency
Liquid - (Premium, Kirin antler, Sliced antler tips)
Two kingdoms were
at war, the stronger kingdom won the last battle. Retreating to a high
mountain to hide from their enemies, the defeated soldiers were surrounded
and completely cut off. Thinking the defeated must surrender or starve,
the victorious soldiers waited at the foot of the mountain. But after a
full year, not a single defeated soldier had been seen coming down from
the mountain. One night a strong army suddenly appeared and defeated the
soldiers surrounding the mountain. They were the men who had disappeared
the year before. They said that they had survived by eating Shan Yao, and
called it mountain medicine
This herb is known
for stimulating sexual activity and sperm production. It also is said to
strengthen the bones and joints, treat forgetfulness, and reduce frequent
urination. It is said to calm and relax the heart, and stimulate the sensory
nerves. 035.4
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Immunity, Allergies,
Weight Loss, Arthritis,
GANODERMA (Ling
Chih, Red) -
Also known as
Reishi or Ling Chih, it is known traditionally as the mushroom of immortality
and the Great Protector. Research shows significant immune system enhancement.
Ganoderma increases the bodyÕs resistance in variety of ways: from
helping to prevent colds, flus and allergies, to providing useful adjunctive
treatments for AIDS and cancer. Ganoderma has a mild diuretic action to
assist the removal of metabolic waste, making it useful in weight loss
and arthritis. It also increases blood circulation (protecting the heart)
and helps to relieve insomnia and nervousness.
One of the most
famous and valued herbs used by humankind, Ginseng is an energy tonic that
regulates the human energy system. It has been shown to be stimulating
and regulatory to both the central nervous system and the Endocrine system.
Ginseng is very important because it helps one adapt to all kinds of stresses
and gives endurance under anxiety producing conditions. Good for men and
women alike, Ginseng comes in a wide range of qualities and types. The
higher the quality, the more Shen (Spirit) it is said to contain.
American Ginseng
is very popular in China. It contains the same kind of adaptogenic ginsenoisides
as Panax Ginseng (Asian Ginseng), but it has a different result. American
Ginseng has a cooling effect to the body. It is known for its ability to
strengthen the lungs, tonify the body's fluids, beautify the skin, and
generally provide the same great energy as other ginsengs.
Chinese Ginseng
- Shiu Chu roots - are preserved by steaming and soaking in date sugar
and other herbs. Warmer than American Ginseng, it strengthens the lungs
and digestive tract, helping to provide a clean energy.
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A young Chinese
girl was coming to America to marry an older man with whom she had fallen
in love. Her family gave her one of these roots to give to her husband
when he started aging, their wish for their daughter's happy and long marriage.
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Korean Ginseng
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Korean roots are
steamed and pressured, which turns them a dark reddish-brown. Red grade
is the highest grade.
Heaven15 is the
best Korean Red Ginseng available and is considered to be next to wild
roots. Korean Ginseng is different in its effects from Chinese Ginseng.
It is quicker in its action and is generally more powerful. It greatly
increases the metabolism, stimulates sexual drive and assertive willful
behavior. Chinese and Korean root should not be used by those with high
blood pressure, hyperactive thyroid, diabetes or enlarged prostate.
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Sinus HSIN-I or
XIN YI HUA (Magnolia Liliflora) -
This herb clears
the eyes and mind, treats blocked and congested sinus passages and sinus
headache. Combining it with cinnamon twig, pueraria and licorice may make
it more effective for allergies.
Constant consumption
of this famous longevity herb is said to help prematurely graying hair.
It is believed to increase energy, build and clean the blood, relieve high
blood pressure-related headaches and to be a powerful sexual tonic when
consumed regularly. Research indicates that Ho Shou Wu increases sperm
production in men and increases fertility in women. It combines well with
Lycium (Kou Chi Tza), Cuscuta (Tu Si Tzi), Tang Kwei and Ginseng to make
a famous and powerful tonic.
Legend has it
that after consuming these roots for a year, one man's gray hair had all
returned to black. The literal English translation of Ho Shou Wu is Mr.
He's Black Hair
CHINESE LICORICE
ROOT Glycyrrhizae uralensis (Gan Cao or Kan Tsao) -
One of the greatest
herbs in the Chinese pharmacopoeia, this is the strongest natural detoxifying
agent known today. It rids the body of over 1200 known toxins without any
distressful side effects. It assists in appetite control and helps counteract
hypoglycemia. It also provides basic nutrients to the adrenal glands and
helps strengthen muscle. It is very sweet and adds a delicious flavor to
herbal teas. The herb is so good, it is added to almost every Chinese herbal
formula.
052.4
Menstrual Pain,
Headaches
LIGUSTICUM WALLICHII
(Chuan Ziang or Chuan Xiong)-
Ligusticum is
a superb blood vitalizing herb used to improve blood circulation and to
disperse blood stagnation. Widely used in headache and women's menstrual
formulas, it has recently been found to improve blood circulation in the
heart.
Good grade 056.2
Anxiety, Anemia,
Beauty, Low Blood Sugar
LONGAN Fruit (Long
Yan Rou) -
This is delicious
tonic fruit used as a blood tonic for anemia, nurturing the heart and muscles.
Useful against anxiety and heart palpitations, and to add luster and beauty
to the skin. Longan also reduces the craving for sweets.
From a plant known
as Matrimony Vine, these delicious berries are very widely used as an energy
and blood tonic, as well as to help reproductive secretions. They are said
to brighten the eyes and improve vision. Lycium is said to be calming to
the heart and nervous system, and excellent for longevity. It combines
well with Chrysantemi to help nourish dry, tired eyes.
Lycium is so highly
regarded that a famous poet of the Tang Dynasty, Yu-Xi Liu, wrote a poem
in praise of its delightful effects, saying that even the water from the
well near the plant can help people to live a long life!
