Tonifies yang
Ashwagandha (chief herb)
Cornus berries (chief)
Psoralea bean (chief)
Cuscutae seed (chief)
Morindae (chief)
Epimedium (chief)
Aconitum praeparata (chief)
Cinnamon bark (chief)
Moutan peony (assisting)
Schizandra berries (assisting and supporting)
Poria (assisting)
Alisma (assisting)
Rehmannia, cooked (supporting)
Dioscorea (supporting)
Saw palmetto berries (supporting)
Lycii berries (supporting)
Dong quai (supporting)
This formula, very warm in nature, tonifies kidney yang, strengthens weak adrenal function and is used in the treatment of general coldness, impotence, chronic nephritis, kidney atrophy, edema, difficult urination, chronic cystitis, diabetes, lower back pains, painful joints and cold, deficient constipation. It increases drive and motivation; is another longevity tonic for those over forty.
Dosage: take 2 tablets 2 or 3 times per day with warm water and a little miso, tamari sauce or a pinch of salt.
