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Traditional Chinese Medicine Herbal Formula
DEFENSE – Organic Cold Care Herbal Tea
• Fast-acting formula for supporting immune response at onset
• Cold & flu relief
• Warm & soothing comfort
• Helps shorten the duration of cold or flu
• Contains 3 packs
• For Decoction
• Consistently high-quality organic herbs from ethical farms
The foundation of DEFENSE is based on Traditional Chinese Medicine used for centuries to treat colds, flu, body aches, fever, cough, sore throat, headache, fatigue, and congestion.
For use at the onset of cold/flu as you feel something coming on. Not only can it be used to shorten the duration of illness or to prevent it entirely, but it can also address a wide variety of symptoms to relieve discomfort during recovery and promote healing.
All herbal ingredients are consistent quality, organic, and sourced from ethical farms. The herbs were picked because of their use in Traditional Chinese Medicinal manuscripts
TO USE:
At the first sign of a cold or flu coming on, take 1 serving of a ½ cup of decoction tea every 2 hours until the symptoms subside, or up to 5 servings a day. More than 5 servings a day is considered a high dose and shouldn’t be continued for longer than 4 to 5 days.
BASIC PREPARATION (makes about 3 cups of tea)
1. Combine all the ingredients from the pouch in a pot.
2. Add 4 cups (1 quart) of water.
3. Bring to a boil, then reduce to simmer
4. Simmer for 30-50 minutes with the lid on. (The length of simmering time will affect the strength of the tea.)
5. Let cool and then strain
6. Sweeten with honey to your taste
7. Refrigerate extra for later
TASTE:
Pungent, bitter, and slightly spicy
STORE:
Store the rest of the tea pouches in a cool place, out of direct sunlight.
1. 金銀花 Honeysuckle Flower (Jin Yin Hua) – Organic
In TCM, The honeysuckle flower is often used to clear away heat and toxicity, expels externally-contracted wind-heat. Based on research, the honeysuckle flower has the ability to prevent the influenza virus from replicating. It helps ease the flu, colds, sore throat, upper respiratory tract infections, urinary disorders.
Herbal Actions:
• Upper respiratory tract infections – including colds, flu, and pneumonia
• Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties
• Other viral as well as bacterial infections
• Urinary disorders
• Expectorant
• Astringent
• Oral health
This information is sourced from WebMD, Dr. Mercola, and Dr. Axe
2. 黃芩 Chinese Skullcap (Huang Qin) – Organic
Chinese skullcap has been widely used as a medicinal plant in China for thousands of years. It has been applied in the treatment of diarrhea, dysentery, hypertension, hemorrhaging, insomnia, inflammation and respiratory infections. Chinese skullcap also offers broad-spectrum antiviral and antibacterial abilities that may work against the following pathogens
Herbal Actions:
• Reduces inflammation
• Help swelling (inflammation) of small airways in the lung
• Lowers fever caused by the flu
• Support normal immune function
• Scaly, itchy skin (Psoriasis)
• Clear heat, dry damp, drain fire and resolve toxins (TCM Theory)
This information is sourced from WebMD, PubMed, Dr. Mercola, and Dr. Axe
Isatis root is a traditional Chinese herbal medicine. It has been used for the prevention and treatment of virus-related respiratory diseases such as influenza virus infection. It was the herb widely used in china during the 2003 SARS outbreak.
Forsythia fruits are widely used in Chinese Traditional Medicine for antipyretic and anti-inflammatory activity in the treatment of bacterial infections and upper respiratory ailments. Forsythia fruits are also used as a diuretic and as a cardiovascular tonic.
Reishi has long been heralded as the elixir of life. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) considers it to be in the highest class of tonics to promote longevity. This mushroom is well proven to prevent and combat cancer and other immune system disorders. It has beneficial effects on the liver, helping both to regenerate and protect it. It’s also been shown to reduce fatty deposits on the liver. It has multiple benefits for the heart, helping to normalize cholesterol levels and regulate blood pressure.
Bupleurum root is widely used in Chinese Traditional Medicine to reduce fever by expelling heat from the Shaoyang channel. Bupleurum is also used for respiratory infections, including the flu, the common cold, bronchitis, and pneumonia.
Research shows Astragalus root stimulates the immune system in many ways. It increases the number of stem cells in the bone marrow and lymph tissue and encourages their development into active immune cells. It appears to help trigger immune cells from a “resting” state into heightened activity. One study showed Astragalus root helps promote and maintain respiratory health. It also enhances the body’s production of immunoglobulin and stimulates macrophages. Astragalus can help activate T-cells and natural killer (NK) cells.
Platycodon Root has been found to have diverse pharmacological activities, including anti-inflammatory activity, anti-allergy activity, the ability to augment immune responses, the ability to stimulate apoptosis in skin cells, antiobesity and hyperlipidemia effects, and a protective effect against oxidative hepatotoxicity.
Atractylodes Rhizome is used for indigestion, stomachache, bloating, fluid retention, diarrhea, loss of appetite. In TCM, Atractylodes Rhizome drains dampness, invigorates the Spleen energy, and boost the vital energy
Ginger is among the healthiest spices on the planet. It is loaded with nutrients and bioactive compounds that have powerful benefits for your body and brain. It is widely used for inflammatory pain, nausea and helps fight the flu and common cold.| Weight | 2 lbs |
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