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Chinese Formula #39



    Wu Zi Wan - (tonic for kidney-adrenals)
    Semen plantago (chief herb)
    Rehmannia, cooked (chief)
    Semen cuscutae (chief)
    Lycii berries (chief)
    Schizandra berries (chief)
    Cornus berries (chief)
    Poria (assisting)
    Alisma (assisting)
    Raspberries (assisting)
    Dioscorea (supporting)
    This formula is a kidney-adrenal tonic for kidney yin and yang. It supports the adrenals, improves health and promotes longevity. It helps urinary weakness, improves the hair and complexion, and counteracts impotence.

    Dosage: take 1/2 to 1 tsp. once or twice per day. Take a tsp. or so of rice wine once or twice a day if you are forty years or older.

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