White Peony Root (Bai Shao) | Herbal Tincture

Size: 1 oz (w/dropper included)-- approx. 10 days supply

MADE IN USA

What is it:

White Peony Root - (Bai Shao) - Liquid Tincture is said to "soothe the Liver" and is used in a wide variety of formulas, running the gamut from those which help to regulate the menses, those which relieve pain, those which help calm anger/relieve stress (and many others).

Here are some thoughts on how to incorporate Bai Shao into your supplement regimen:

• White peony root nourishes Liver blood and yin to address Liver blood deficiency, general symptoms of which include: anemia, sallow/pale complexion, brittle/pale nails, dizziness, and vertigo...
• ... and it also addresses a variety of obstetric and gynecological disorders w/such symptoms as irregular menstruation, dysmenorrhea, uterine bleeding, and gestational and postpartum disorders.
  
• It softens the Liver and is often used to address pain and cramping associated with PMS (as in the formula Free & Easy Wanderer (Xiao Yao Wan)
  
• IN TCM theory, the Liver is responsible for keeping the tendons and ligature soft, supple, and flexible throughout the body; thus, white peony root can be a great help to for stiff, creaky, and/or painful joints (or simply to maintain flexibility and ease of movement). 

What is it good for:

• anemia, sallow/pale complexion (i.e. lacking vitality & glow), brittle, cracked fingernails
  
• dizziness & vertigo
  
• irregular menstruation & other gynecological issues)
  
• PMS symptoms (pain & cramping, irritability, etc...)
• keeping joints supple and flexible 

Traditional Chinese medicine benefits:

• nourishes Liver blood and yin
  
• nourishes blood, softens the Liver, and alleviates pain
  
• clears heat in the Liver channel to address rising yang
  
• softens the Liver and relieves pain in the muscles, tendons, and ligature 

What else you might like to know:

It is important to understand that Chinese herbs work by restoring balance to the body. This means that you usually have to take an herb or a formula for a longer period of time than you would with pharmaceuticals in order to get results-- usually at least a month, and often times longer than that... it all depends on the individual and the nature of the ailment being addressed.

Ingredients:

White peony root - (Bai shao)

Directions for use:

Shake Well before each use.

Maintenance Serving: Dissolve 1-2 droppers (1/2 tsp.) in warm water or juice 2-3 times daily.

Augmented Serving: Take 1 full tsp. 2 to 3 times daily in warm water or juice or as directed by a qualified herbalist familiar with the use of Chinese herbs and formulas.

To evaporate alcohol place in hot water.