Category: Healing

Tools and tips to support your healing for specific diagnosis.

The Guide to Topical Chinese Medicine

Posted on October 15, 2025 by - Healing, Pain Management

Free Guide To Topical Chinese Medicine

Stop Hurting, Start Healing

The Guide to Topical Chinese Medicine

Discover natural pain relief with herbal liniments, salves, and patches. Get your free guide to Topical Chinese Medicine from Valley Health Marketplace.

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Will Sheppy, Founder and Acupuncturist at Valley Health Clinic
In this guide, you’ll learn exactly what I use every day in my clinic , the same formulas, techniques, and combinations that help my patients heal faster and feel better. I’ve included all my favorite tips and tricks for using topical Chinese medicine effectively, so you can get real results at home, the same way we do in the treatment room.
Willard Sheppy
LAc, Diplo O.M.

Real Medicine, Made by Real People, Done the Right Way

At Valley Health Marketplace, we believe in real medicine made by real people the right way. Our Guide to Topical Chinese Medicine helps you understand how topical herbal formulas used by martial artists, healers, and families for generations can relieve pain safely and effectively.

Why Didn’t Anyone Show Me This Sooner?

That’s what my patients say once they learn how to use Topical herbal medicine correctly

My patients tell me the same thing over and over: “Why didn’t anyone show me this sooner?” Once they start using herbal topicals correctly, they finally feel relief that lasts , not just numbing. This guide walks you through exactly how we do that in the clinic, so you can get real results at home, too

A Peek Inside

These chapters walk you through exactly what I teach my patients , how to choose the right product, when to use it, and how to combine formulas for the best results.

Whether you’re dealing with a new injury or long-term pain, you’ll find tools you can actually use at home to heal faster and feel better

What’s Inside the Guide

  • A breakdown of each type of topical medicine — and how to match it to your pain
  • The science behind herbal absorption and why it works better than pills for local pain
  • Step-by-step application tipsl for acute injuries and chronic conditions
  • Real stories and product origins from the makers themselves

So Why Wait?

Bring the Clinic Experience Home

I’ve put everything I teach in the clinic into this guide, real formulas, practical tips, and simple steps that help people heal faster. 

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Klaros AI Tongue Diagnosis

Posted on August 21, 2025 by - Healing

Klaros AI Tongue Diagnosis

Bring Traditional Chinese Medicine into the Digital Age with Advanced Tongue Analysis

Traditional Chinese Medicine has used tongue diagnosis for centuries to uncover hidden health patterns

Now, with Klaros, you can discover what your tongue reveals about your health from the comfort of your own home. 

Whether you’re new to Chinese medicine or an experienced practitioner, Klaros helps you better understand your body, track progress, and receive tailored recommendations in the comfort of your own home

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Take Your Tongue Photos

Snap a clear photo of your tongue in natural light. This image is all Klaros needs to start analyzing your health.

How to Use Klaros

Simply take a photo of your tongue, let Klaros’ AI analyze it using Traditional Chinese Medicine principles, and receive personalized recommendations for herbs, diet, and lifestyle

Analyzes Patterns

Klaros will guide you through a short series of health questions. Your answers help refine the analysis and ensure the recommendations are safe, accurate, and tailored to your unique needs.

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Step by Step Guide

Here‘s a step-by-step guide (with tips!) to do it right the first time.

Step 1

Take Your Tongue Photos

  • Use natural lighting: Stand by a window or stand outdoors in an area with bright, indirect sunlight. Avoid harsh artificial lights if possible!
  • Keep your head straight: Don’t tilt your head or look down at your phone. It can be tempting if you’re trying to see if you‘re taking a good picture!
  • Ask for help: If possible, have someone else take the photos for you for the best shot!
  • Take breaks if needed: Don’t stick your tongue out for too long. If you do that, your tongue can change color and skew your results.
  • Avoid taking photos right after eating or after drinking coffee: Wait at least 30 minutes after eating, drinking coffee, or smoking to prevent discoloration. Drink water to help flush out any discoloration.

Take the Best Images for Klaros

  • Top of the tongue: Stick your tongue out and tilt the phone downward 15–30° so you’re capturing the surface with light hitting from above.
  • Bottom of your tongue: Place the tip behind your upper teeth, then tilt the phone 15° upward or shoot straight on to capture the sublingual veins.

Step 2

Analyzes Patterns

After taking and submitting your photos, Klaros will assess health issues and next steps using a series of questions to evaluate indicators. Here are the three questions you can expect

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Do you have a puffy face or water retention?

Answer Yes if

  • You don’t feel thirsty and don’t drink much water.
  • Your eyelids or face look puffy in the morning.
  • Your fingers, ankles, or legs swell by the end of the day.
  • When you press on your skin (like the shin), does it leave a dent (pitting edema)?
  • You often feel heavy in your body, like you’re carrying extra weight?

If a part of your body is uncomfortable (like your tummy or lower back) does it feel better when heavy pressure is applied to it?

Answer Yes if

  • Your Symptoms worsen with exertion/activity (e.g., fatigue after mild exercise, shortness of breath.
  • You have gradual, persistent symptoms (e.g., lingering fatigue, dull pain).
  • Your Symptoms persist or worsen slowly.

Do you have trouble falling asleep at night?

Answer Yes if

  • You find your mind racing or overthinking when you lie down.
  • You feel restless in your body, unable to get comfortable.
  • You need to look at your phone, TV, or distract yourself to fall asleep.
  • You have palpitations, anxiety, or chest tightness when trying to fall asleep.
  • You have hot flashes, night sweats, or a dry throat at night.

Last Questions

medications and diagnoses

Here‘s where you share your primary concern and any medications you’re taking and or diagnoses you have received

other symptoms

Let Klaros know if you have any of the following problems:

  • Cardiovascular system – including your heart and blood pressure.
  • Respiratory system – regarding your breathing and allergies.
  • Digestive system – with follow-up questions about bloating and bowel movements.
  • Urinary and Reproductive health – frequency, pain, and menstruation

Final Step

Get Treatment Plan

  1. Enter your email address to receive your results. You can also enter your provider’s email to send them results.
  2. Review the personalized insights generated by Klaros.
  3. Feel free to explore suggested remedies or products— forward me the results so we can discuss!

Why Choose Klaros for Your Chinese Medicine Diagnosis?

Klaros offers an accessible way to understand your health through traditional diagnostics combined with AI technology. It’s perfect for those seeking natural health insights without visiting a clinic.

Get the answers you need through Klaros!

General Understanding

In TCM, the tongue reflects the state of your internal organs, fluids, and circulation. Changes in color, coating, or shape can reveal patterns like dampness, heat, or deficiency before blood tests or scans show anything.

Tongue diagnosis comes from thousands of years of clinical observation. Modern research has begun to correlate tongue features with measurable conditions like digestion, circulation, and metabolic health. Klaros uses AI to bring consistency and objectivity to these observations.

Some changes happen within hours (e.g., after eating spicy food), while others reflect chronic patterns and take weeks or months to shift. Checking regularly gives the clearest picture.

Practical Use

Yes. Coffee, tea, candy, or colored foods may temporarily stain the coating. It’s best to take photos first thing in the morning, before brushing your teeth or eating.

Minor variations are normal, especially depending on diet, sleep, or stress. Klaros looks for recurring patterns rather than one-time changes.

Klaros provides explanations in plain language, but results are most useful when combined with professional guidance from a TCM practitioner

Limitations

No. Tongue diagnosis is a complementary tool that highlights imbalances and guides holistic treatment. It should be used alongside, not instead of, medical evaluation.

Klaros uses an extensive database of tongue images to reduce human error and bias. Still, lighting, angle, and image quality can affect results. That’s why following the photo instructions is important.

Absolutely. TCM doesn’t just label the disease it looks at the underlying pattern. Two people with migraines, for example, might have completely different tongue presentations, leading to other treatments. 

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AO YI Acupoint Patch

Posted on February 16, 2025 by - Healing

A New Type of Patch

Industry Changing AO YI Patches Are Here!

Acupoint Size

Unique size perfect for both channel-based and localized applications

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Opens & Moves

Unique Blood and Qi moving herbs not found in other patches. 

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Long Lasting

Real herbs allow for treatment to last up to 2 days per patch

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This formula was created through collaboration with scientists and Gui Zhou Miao minority medicine experts.

Formula
Learn About Miao Medicine

These patches are inspired by Gui Zhou Miao Minority Medicine, is a tradition known for its powerful blood-moving, and circulation-boosting herbal formulations.

“After surgery, swallowing was unbearable. Morphine barely helped. But two patches on my feet at (Kd1) did more for my pain than any drug. By Day 2, I used these exclusively.”

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If you've tried pain patches before and felt underwhelmed, it's time to check this out

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Real superpower is their ability to cut through excess, penetrate deeply, and warm the Yin meridians

Chronic illness and stubborn pain often stem from deep-seated stagnation, cold, and excess accumulation in the body—disrupting the natural flow of Qi and blood. Many treatments only address surface-level symptoms, offering temporary relief without reaching the root cause. Aoyi Patches’ real superpower is their ability to cut through excess, penetrate deeply, and warm the Yin meridians, where cold and stagnation tend to linger. By activating circulation and dispersing obstruction, they restore movement and warmth to areas that have remained stuck for too long. It’s like nothing I’ve ever seen before—a game-changer for chronic pain, fatigue, and deep-rooted imbalances.

ACU Point-Size

10 patches per bag (8cm x 8cm each)

Use Them Like Acupuncture Needles

Patients can take them home to maintain the effects of treatment.

  •  These work exceptionally well on distal points where Tung-style acupuncture and classical channel theory come into play.

 Perfect for Telemedicine

Ship them to patients and guide them on placement

  • Teach acupoint massage and patch use online while selling these patches to patients.

Powerful For Distal Point Applications

They open the whole meridians and spread warmth through the collaterals.

gynecological blood stasis

lower back pain

shoulder pain

Because You Are Putting Herbs Directly On Your Skin, You Get Three Stages of Absorption.

The Formula

Stage One

Pain Relief & Opening Exterior

  • Initially, you’ll feel cooling and warming sensations
  • The herbs activate and unblock stagnation.
  • Menthol –  (Bo He Nao)
  • Camphor – (Zhang Nao)
  • Borneolum Syntheticum – (Bing Pian) 
  • Ginger Rhizoma – (Gan Jiang) 

Essential Oils & Aromatic Compounds (Terpenes & Phenols)

These compounds act as penetration enhancers, helping other herbal ingredients absorb more efficiently while also providing immediate cooling, numbing, and circulation-stimulating effects.

Stage Two

Move Blood & Clear Inflammation

  • 30–45 minutes, heat begins to move down the meridians and laterally along the collaterals.
  • The herbs strongly move blood and spreads Qi

 

  • Carthami Flos – (Hong Hua) Safflower
  • Achyranthis Bidentatae Radix – (Niu Xi)  Ox Knee Root
  • Spatholobi Caulis –  (Ji Xue Teng)  Spatholobus Vine
  • Draconis Sanguis –  (Xue Jie) Dragon’s Blood (tree resin)
  • Lycopodii Herba –  (Lu Lu Tong)  Clubmoss

 

  • Cynanchi Paniculati Radix et Rhizoma – (Bai Wei) Swallowwort Root
  • Sargentodoxa Cuneata – (Hong Teng)  Sargentodoxa Vine
  • Phryma Leptostachya –  (Xia Ku Cao) Chinese Prunella
  • Tinospora Sinensis –  (Jin Guo Lan)  Chinese Tinospora

Moderately polar and Medium-Sized Molecules (Alkaloids & Saponins)

These compounds have a delayed but sustained impact, promoting blood circulation, tissue repair, and anti-inflammatory effects.

Stage Three

Tonifying & Dampness Removal

  • At 3-hour mark, they shift into a more nourishing phase
  • The Herbs nourish Yang and remove dampness.
  • Notoginseng – (San Qi)  
  • Dipsaci Radix – (Xu Duan)
  • Eucommiae Cortex – (Du Zhong)
  • Cibotii Rhizoma –  (Gou Ji) 
  • Poria Mushroom –  (Fu Ling) 
  • Angelicae Pubescentis Radix –  (Du Huo) 
  • Acanthopanacis Cortex – (Wu Jia Pi) 
  • Bauhinia Championii – (Long Xu Teng)

Larger Hydrophilic molecules that take longer to penetrate (Polysaccharides & Triterpenoids)

These herbs provide long-term nourishment, reduce chronic inflammation, and help with deep-seated pain and stiffness.

Unmatched Quality

Quality

At Botanical Biohacking, we don’t cut corners—we set the standard. Trusted by practitioners and herbalists alike, we bring top-tier Chinese herbs to the United States with an obsessive commitment to quality, purity, and effectiveness.

You can smell the difference the moment you open an Aoyi Patch—the rich, earthy aroma of premium herbs blended with potent volatile oils is proof of their power. This isn’t just another pain patch; it’s a meticulously crafted formula backed by centuries of herbal wisdom and cutting-edge science.

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Typical pain patches that rely on essential oils and extracts, AO YI Patches are true herbal poultices

Long Lasting

Unlike typical pain patches that rely on essential oils and extracts, Aoyi Patches are true herbal poultices, delivering whole, high-quality herbs directly to your skin. This isn’t just surface-level relief—it’s deep, layered healing. The complete herb allows for staged release, working in phases: first cooling and opening the channels, then spreading warmth and circulation, and finally nourishing and restoring balance.

Delivering whole, high-quality herbs directly to your skin

Absorption Speeds of Herbal Compounds

Absorption Speed Compound Type Example Herbs Effects
Fast (Minutes–1 Hour) Volatile Oils & Terpenes Menthol, Camphor, Borneol Immediate cooling, pain relief, penetration enhancement
Moderate (1–3 Hours) Alkaloids & Saponins Notoginseng, Eucommia, Achyranthes Circulation, inflammation reduction, tissue repair
Slow (3+ Hours, Long-Lasting) Polysaccharides & Triterpenoids Poria, Cibotium, Spatholobus Deep nourishment, chronic pain relief, dampness removal
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 With every application, you’re experiencing real, full-spectrum herbal medicine

Product Details

What You Get

Contains: 10 patches per bag (8cm x 8cm each)

MSRP: $39 /bag why is this?

Ship in 3-7 business days

Questions & Answers

Frequently Asked Questions

Detailed Questions

Aoyi Patches are acupoint-sized herbal patches designed to relieve pain, activate acupuncture channels, and open collaterals. They combine Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) principles with Gui Zhou Miao Minority medicine, providing deep, systemic relief that works in three stages:

  1. Pain Relief & Channel Opening – Improves circulation and unblocks stagnation.
  2. Warming & Collateral Expansion – Spreads Qi, increasing warmth and mobility.
  3. Tonifying & Dampness Removal – Nourishes Yang and removes dampness for long-term healing.

These patches go beyond basic pain relief, offering long-lasting, whole-body benefits.

Aoyi Patches are more like herbal poultice than a standard patch using essentail oils. 

  1. Use real herbs, not just menthol and capsaicin
  2. Work in three stages, ensuring both immediate and long-lasting effects
  3. Are acupoint-sized, allowing for precise placement

These patches work like strong acupuncture without the needles—stimulating meridians, opening collaterals, and cutting through stagnation.

The patches contain:

Menthol (Bo He Nao) and Camphor (Zhang Nao – Provides immediate cooling and mild pain relief.

But the real power are in the “inactive ingredients” the other powerful Chinese herbs, each selected for opening channesl and increasing circulation.

  1. Clean & dry the skin before applying. The adhesive is gentle and a lot of oil on the skin wil cause it not to stick well. We like to apply an alcohol topical like Evil Bone Water before hand which will help open the skin protective barrier and allow the patch to work better. 

  2. Peel off the white back. One edge of the white back is made to come off. If you are having difficulty just try another side.

  3. Peel off the inner sticker covering the herbs. . This step is critical—without it, the herbs won’t work!

  4. Apply the patch directly to the affected area or an acupuncture point farther down.
  5. Leave on for up to 4 hours (can be used for longer as long as your skin is no sensitive, So check inwith your skin every 4 hours)

Each patch is effective for 2 days. The Problem is more about how your skin is handling the herbs. We recommend checking on your skin every 4 hours.  If it is uncomfortable or if you have a history on reactions, please take the patch off after 4 hours let your skin rest and then reapply. 

Other Questions

AOYI Patches act more like a herbal polutice then a patch. The whole herb allow for absorption to happen in stages. 

  1. Fast-absorbing (within minutes) – Menthol, Camphor, Borneol (cooling, warming, pain relief)
  2. Moderate absorption (1-3 hours) – Notoginseng, Eucommia, Achyranthes Root (circulation, anti-inflammatory)
  3. Slow-absorbing (3+ hours) – Poria, Spatholobus Vine, Cibotium Root (deep nourishment, chronic pain relief)

This layered absorption ensures immediate, sustained, and long-lasting relief!

Most people tolerate Aoyi Patches well.  The adhesive and materal is very gentle an breathable however the herbs are very strong.  If you have sensitive skin, do a patch test first. Stop use if irritation occurs.

Yes

Do NOT use with:
❌ Tight non breathable bandaging over the patch

yes, especially when used on distal acupuncture points like K1 (Kidney 1) for systemic relief.

Possible mild reactions:

  • Skin irritation or redness (rare)
  • Heat sensation (normal—indicates activation)
  • Cooling sensation (first-stage effect)

Stop use and consult a doctor if:

  • Rash, itching, or excessive irritation occurs.
  • Symptoms worsen or persist beyond 7 days.

Botanical Beauty Combo

Posted on February 10, 2025 by - Healing

Blue Sky Bliss Mist and Flowering Dragon Oil

Botanical Beauty Combo

fight signs of Ageing

If you’re looking for a natural way to hydrate, nourish, and protect your skin, combining Blue Sky Bliss Mist and Flowering Dragon Oil is a powerful solution. These two products complement each other, enhancing their individual benefits.

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Hydration & Absorption

The Power of Water

Water-based product, Blue Sky Bliss Mist, deliver hydration deep into the skin. They are packed with humectants and botanical extracts that help:

✔️ Hydrate the skin by replenishing moisture
 ✔️ Tone and balance the skin’s natural pH
 ✔️ Deliver water-soluble nutrients that support skin health

Blue Sky Bliss Mist is formulated with witch hazel, frankincense hydrosol, and rose geranium hydrosol, which work together to tighten pores, soothe redness, and refresh the skin without causing dryness.

Moisture & Skin Protection

The Power of Oil

Oil-based product,  Flowering Dragon Oil, do not hydrate the skin directly but are excellent for sealing in moisture. The key benefits of oils include:

✔️ Locking in hydration by preventing water loss
 ✔️ Providing fatty acids to nourish and repair the skin barrier
 ✔️ Delivering antioxidants to combat environmental stress and premature aging

Flowering Dragon Oil contains sunflower oil, kukui nut oil, jojoba oil, and powerful botanicals like dragon well green tea and astragalus to deeply nourish, protect, and support skin renewal.

How they work in harmony

Together is Better

Using Blue Sky Bliss Mist and Flowering Dragon Oil together allows you to take advantage of both hydration (from water-based ingredients) and moisture retention (from oil-based ingredients).

1️⃣ Blue Sky Bliss Mist hydrates the skin, delivering essential nutrients while refreshing and toning.

2️⃣ Flowering Dragon Oil seals in that hydration, preventing moisture loss while nourishing and protecting the skin barrier.

How to Combine Them in Your Skincare Routine

Step by Step Guide

Start with Clean Skin

Gently cleanse your face to remove dirt, oil, and makeup. This ensures that your skin is ready to absorb the hydrating mist and nourishing oil.

Apply Blue Sky Bliss Mist

Spritz a generous amount of Blue Sky Bliss Mist onto your skin.

  • Provides an immediate hydration boost
  • Prepares the skin for better absorption of the oil
  • Soothes inflammation and balances pH levels

Tip: Apply the mist to damp skin to maximize hydration.

Seal in Hydration with Flowering Dragon Oil

While your skin is still slightly damp from the mist, apply a few drops of Flowering Dragon Oil to your fingertips. Gently massage it into your skin.

  • Locks in moisture for long-lasting hydration
  • Supports the skin barrier with essential fatty acids
  • Helps smooth and soften the skin

Tip: If you’re using additional serums, always go from lightest (water-based) to heaviest (oil-based)

The Perfect Duo for Radiant Skin

Unlock the full potential of your skincare routine with the Botanical Beauty Combo

 

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Flowering Dragon Skin Oil

Posted on February 6, 2025 by - Healing

Soft Skin,
Flowering Dragon

This deeply nourishing oil is designed to absorb quickly into the skin, delivering powerful hydration and anti aging benefits with no greasy residue. Infused with a natural blend of herbal oils and botanicals, Flowering Dragon Skin Oil supports a radiant, healthy skin.

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Why You'll Love Flowering Dragon Oil

Experience the power of Flowering Dragon Skin Oil, a deeply nourishing blend of essential fatty acids, antioxidants, and herbal infusions designed to hydrate, soothe, and rejuvenate your skin.

  • Deeply Hydrating - Essential fatty acids moisturize and repair the skin barrier
  • Fast-Absorbing – Penetrates quickly without clogging pores or feeling greasy
  • Soothes-Herbal infusions reduce inflammation and redness
  • Anti-Aging – Antioxidants boost collagen production and fight free radicals

The Power of Fatty Acids

  1. Oleic Acid –Acts as a skin penetration enhancer, increasing permeability of the skin (stratum corneum)
  2. Linoleic Acid – Essential fatty acid, a key component of phospholipid cell membranes and ceramides in the skin.
    Regulates lipid barrier homeostasis, to maintain skin integrity to prevent waterloss.
  3. γ-Linolenic Acid – Works alongside linoleic acid in skin repair and anti-inflammatory processes.
    These fatty acids and compounds play crucial roles in maintaining skin health, offering hydration, barrier protection, and anti-inflammatory benefits.
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The Power of Flowing Dragon Oils

Sunflower Oil

Why It’s Amazing?

✔️ Hydrates & Protects – Rich in linoleic acid (Omega-6) to strengthen the lipid barrier
✔️ Prevents Water Loss –Oleic Acid (Omega-9) Helps lock in moisture, keeping skin soft and supple
✔️ Defends Against Environmental Damage – Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) (Omega-3) – A lesser-known component in some sunflower oil varieties, has anti-aging properties and supports skin healing.

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Kukui Nut Oil

Why It's Amazing?

✔️ Fast-Absorbing – Delivers deep hydration without clogging pores
 ✔️ Non-Greasy Finish – Leaves skin feeling silky smooth, never oily
 ✔️ Soothes & Repairs – Helps reduce redness, irritation, and supports skin renewal

Kukui nut oil, from the Hawaiian kukui tree (Aleurites moluccana), has been used for centuries to protect and nourish skin. Fast-absorbing and non-greasy, it deeply hydrates chapped, rough, or dry skin, leaving it smooth and soft. It may also help prevent scarring when applied to abrasions.

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Jojoba Oil

Why It's Amazing?


 ✔️ Mimics skin’s natural sebum, making it perfect for balancing oil production

✔️ Rich in γ-Tocopherol, a form of vitamin E, v which helps fight free radicals and support skin elasticity
 ✔️  Both a Humectant and Emollient.

  • Humectants attract and retain moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to hydrate the skin’s surface. They help plump and smooth the skin
  • Emollients soften and smooth the skin by filling gaps between skin cells with lipids or oils. They create a protective barrier to lock in moisture
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Herbal & Botanical Protection

Dragon Well Green Tea

1

Rich in Antioxidants

Green tea's powerful polyphenols and catechins make it a potent natural ingredient to prevent oxidative stress.

2

Balances Oil Production

Powerful antibacterial and sebum-regulating properties, making it effective for oily and acne-prone skin.

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Astragalus

3

UV Protection

Extracts from Astragalus can absorb UV radiation and reduce inflammation

4

Anti-Aging

Astragaloside, a derivative, has shown potential in reducing aging markers and protecting against DNA damage from UVA exposure

How to Use Flowering Dragon Oil

✔️Daily Cleansing

Spritz your face with a hydrosol or toner, then apply a few drops of the oil while your skin is still slightly damp.

✔️ As a Daily Moisturizer

Perfect for sealing in hydration and nourishing the skin all day long.

✔️ Daily Sun Defense

Apply a few drops of the oil after your moisturizer to help fortify the skin barrier and provide antioxidant protection against sun and environmental stressors.

Your skin deserves the best

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Skin Hydrosols Blue Sky Bliss Mist

Posted on February 4, 2025 by - Healing

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Radiant Skin,
Blue Sky Bliss Mist

This beautiful blend of witch hazel, frankincense hydrosol, and rose geranium hydrosol with an amazingly transformative essential oil blend to soothe, hydrate,and heal our sweet outer skin layer.

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Spritz anytime for a hydrating glow!

Infused with witch hazel, frankincense hydrosol, and rose geranium hydrosol, this mist provides a natural, gentle skincare boost.

  • Tones – Witch hazel refines pores and balances oil production
  • Rejuvenates – Frankincense resortes and reduces inflammation.
  • Hydrates– Rose geranium calms and restores moisture

What Are Hydrosols?

Hydrosols, or floral waters or distillates, are the aromatic waters produced during the steam distillation of plants and essential oils.

Unlike highly concentrated essential oils, hydrosols contain the water-soluble components of the plant, making them much gentler on the skin while offering incredible therapeutic benefits.

Naturally pH-balanced, hydrosols are a versatile and nourishing addition to any skincare routine.

The Power of Blue Sky Bliss Mist’s Ingredients

Witch Hazel

Why It’s Amazing?
  • Naturally astringent, helping to tighten pores and reduce excess oil
  • Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation (great for acne-prone or sensitive skin)
  • Rich in antioxidants, which help combat environmental stressors
  • Helps to balance oily and combination skin without over-drying

Witch hazel has long been used as a natural remedy for soothing breakouts, reducing puffiness, and refreshing the skin. It gently tones and refines the skin’s texture.

Frankincense Hydrosol

Why It's Amazing?
  • Known for its anti-aging properties, helping to smooth fine lines and wrinkles
  • It supports cell regeneration, making it ideal for scar healing and skin renewal
  • It has anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, soothing irritated skin
  • It helps to calm the mind and enhance relaxation with its grounding aroma

Frankincense hydrosol is a luxurious botanical water that has been revered for centuries for its ability to promote skin elasticity, reduce inflammation, and enhance overall skin tone. 

Rose Geranium Hydrosol

Why It's Amazing?

  • Naturally balances oil production, making it great for both dry and oily skin types
  • Reduces redness and irritation, soothing sensitive or reactive skin
  • Helps to tighten and tone the skin, promoting a firm, healthy complexion
  • Uplifting floral aroma that supports emotional well-being and reduces stress

Rose geranium hydrosol is a skin harmonizer, meaning it brings balance to the skin—whether it’s too dry, too oily, or dealing with hormonal fluctuations. It’s particularly beneficial for those prone to rosacea, acne, or inflammation.

Why You’ll Love Blue Sky Bliss Mist

1

100% natural and plant-based

No harsh chemicals, synthetic fragrances, or alcohol

2

Hydrates soothes and balances

Great for all skin types, including sensitive skin

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Packed with skin-loving

Ingredients that promote a healthy, radiant glow

4

Gentle and effective

it is perfect for daily use

How to Use Blue Sky Bliss Mist

✔️ As a facial tone

Spray onto clean skin before applying serums or moisturizers to prep and hydrate the skin.

✔️As a after shave

helps calm irritation, hydrate the skin, and reduce redness. Perfect for a smooth, refreshed finish after shaving

✔️ As a mid-day refresh

Mist over your face anytime your skin feels dry, irritated, or in need of a pick-me-up.

Your skin deserves the best

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What Is Wind Tea?

Posted on January 29, 2025 by - Healing, Staff

Wind Tea with Glass and Tea Bag

What is Wind Tea?

Wind Tea is a Botanical Biohacking remix of San Ren Tang, formulated by Dr. Jin Zhao, DTCM, and fine-tuned by pharmacology professor Dr. Zhong Shi Hong. The formula combines Xiao Chai Hu Tang + San Ren Tang. It was designed to clear out dampness, which is often the problem with stubborn chronic diseases.

quality you can taste

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Now is the perfect time to experience the exceptional quality of Wind Tea for yourself. Each bag is packed with premium sourced herbs—no fillers, no preservatives, Don’t settle for lesser blends order Wind Tea today and feel the difference real quality makes.

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What does Wind Tea help with?

Modern diets, dampness, and mucus are tremendous obstacles in treating chronic illness. Rather than seeing them as barriers, you can see them as your way forward.

Wind Tea is designed to harmonize the body, clear dampness, and support overall wellness.

It addresses modern health challenges like chronic fatigue, digestive imbalance, and respiratory issues.

Wind Tea provides a gentle yet effective solution to restore balance and vitality. 

Wind Tea Ingredients

Herbs From Xiao Chai Hu Tang

  • Bupleurum chinense Radix (Chái Hú)
  • Radix Panax Ginseng (Rén Shēn)
  • Scutellaria baicalensis Radix (Huáng Qín)
  • Rhizome Pinelliae Preparata (Zhì Bàn Xià)
  • Glycyrrhiza uralensis Radix (Gān Cǎo)
  • Zingiber officinale Rhizome (Gān Jiāng)

Herbs From San Ren Tang

  • Semen Armeniacae Dulcis (Xìng Rén)
  • Hua Shi (Huá Shí)
  • Semen Coicis (Yì Yǐ Rén)
  • Herba Lophatheri Gracilis (Dàn Zhú Yè)
  • Fructus Amomi Kravanh (Shā Rén)
  • Medulla Tetrapanacis (Tōng Cǎo)
  • Magnoliae Cortex (Hòu Pò)

Xiao Chai Hu Tang + San Ren Tang

Xiao Chai Hu Tang (Up and Out)

Xiao Chai Hu tang is one of Asia’s safest and most commonly used herbal formulas for acute & chronic upper respiratory infections or reactivating viral syndromes.

This classic Chinese herbal formula is often used to harmonize and resolve early stages of cold/flu “Shaoyang disorders” (alternating chills and fever) and digestive problems Liver and Gallbladder (, bitter taste in the mouth, chest, and hypochondriac discomfort, etc.)

Cold/flu

  • Amongst the most used and
    researched formulas on the planet
  • Immunomodulatory (increases NK cell
    activity)
  • Antibiotic, antiviral, antifungal
  • Anti-allergic

Digestive

  • Improves temperature regulation
  • Hepatoprotective
  • Increases bile secretion
  • Anti-hyperlipidemic
  • Reduces stomach acid
  • Increases peristalsis
  • Protects the stomach lining
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San Ren Tang (Down and In)

San Ren Tang treats damp-heat conditions with symptoms such as heavy sensations, poor appetite, and fatigue. It focuses on promoting urination, resolving dampness, and clearing heat.

This formula is a gentle addition, which gives wind tea greater ability to access the Lymphatic system where chronic pathogens accumulate and facilitates the reduction of biofilm (a mucus-like substance that harbors chronic infections

Clearing the body of Damp

  • Gently removes dampness; drains it via urination, and the bowels (2-3 days of loose stools is
    normal)
  • Opens the lungs and reestablishes communication between the lungs and kidneys
    (dampness blocking the kidneys)
  • Increases lymphatic flow
  • Reduces water retention

Clearing the Body of Heat

  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Analgesic
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Spinning the Wheel Together

Together, they are the foundation for clearing the body of dampness. Almost everyone will find some benefit in drinking wind tea.

Both formulas are very gentle (chronically ill patients sometimes don’t have a lot of energy;
Giving strong wind-clearing formulas may deplete them.

Both formulas have good track records of safety and essentially a lack of herb-drug
interactions (one exception is Interferon)

Combining Xiao Chai Hu helps things flow up and out. Pushing out illness and moving the Liver and Gallbladder and San Ren, which moisten and drains heat from the lungs, things down and out you gently promote urination and bowel movements.

You create a spinning-the-wheel effect. By grabbing its horizontal axes (xiao chai hu = wood up; san ren = metal down), we will see that complex patterns become clearer. With Wind teas, complex patterns emerge from the milieu everyone with a chronic condition presents. They will also feel better.

A Deeper Look at Wind Tea

Wind Tea is a Botanical Biohacking remix of San Ren Tang, formulated by Dr. Jin Zhao, DTCM, and fine-tuned by pharmacology professor Dr. Zhong Shi Hong. The formula is designed to clear out molecular mimicry, which often clouds diagnosis.
If we examine the (Warm Disease Differentiation) published in 1813 by Wu Zhu Tong, we can gain insights into how it was used historically.

Wu begins by listing examples of signs and symptoms of damp-heat:

“Headache, aversion to cold, heavy body sensation and pain, pale tongue body, while lacking thirst, wiry, thin and soggy pulse, light yellow complexion, chest tightness, lack of appetite, afternoon fever.”

When the appearance of yin deficiency accompanies these symptoms and is difficult to cure quickly, this condition is referred to as damp-heat. Sweating therapies can make the patient dizzy and deaf, sometimes causing them to space out and stare ahead blankly. In severe cases, they may even be unable to speak.

A Closer Look at San Ren Tang

The dizziness described relates to a blockage in the spirit hun. This is an important reminder of the effects of damp-loving pathogens on the central nervous system. In severe cases, spacing out or staring ahead listlessly may occur. It’s essential not to automatically assume such symptoms are due to “depression” or “stress” caused by liver qi stagnation. While this is often the case, external pathogens can also trigger these effects.

San Ren Tang works by addressing fluid management within the body

  1. Hidden Dryness: Beneath the damp exterior lies hidden dryness. When fluids leak out of cells, they flood the extracellular space, leaving the cells parched.
  2. Sweating Risks: Aromatically inducing sweating can injure yin in these parched areas. However, nourishing yin to save these regions creates more dampness, allowing pathogens to penetrate deeper.
  3. Draining Downward: Since excessive warmth cannot lift the Qi without harm, the logical solution is to drain downward.

Quickly inducing bowel movements with stronger formulas may remove dampness but at the expense of other nourishing fluids in the body. This can lead to further dampness due to deficiency and exacerbate dryness in the parched areas, creating mucus—a frustrating catch-22. 

How We Adapted the Formula with Xiao Chai Hu for extended use

Although highly effective, San Ren Tang is not a universal solution. It is unsuitable for long-term use as it may eventually deplete the body. 

How We Adapted the Formula for extended us is by adding Xiao Chai Hu.

Dr. Jin enhanced the formula’s versatility by incorporating Xiao Chai Hu Tang, a Shang Han Lun classic, to help the Shaoyang govern the body. To strengthen the formula and prevent depletion, Dr. Zhong of the pharmacology team added super-grade white ginseng to Wind Tea. This addition further enhances the formula’s function while preserving energy.

Highlights of our Wind Tea

1. Unlike most of the Xiao Chai Hu Tang on the market using Dang Shen to reduce the costs, we follow the original formulation and use high-quality Ren Shen (ginseng).

2. Chai Hu is sustainably wildcrafted from the Tibetan plateau.

3. This product is additive and preservative-free. It’s important to store it in a cool and dry place. If the vacuum seal is broken, do not use it. Keep refrigerated after opening.

Close up of wind tea with grass background

Freqently Ask Questions

Even though San Ren Tang is a pretty balanced formula, it's not recommended for pregnancy. Yi Yi Ren is cold and may cause uterus contract in very high doses in mice (though no report showing it affecting humans). If it's needed, don't take for long-term or high dose.

A high dose of Ginseng in Xiao Chai Chu Tang might reduce milk production.

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Wind tea is one of the better-tasting Chinese herbal formulas, you can really taste the quality of herbs used. With that said, it still taste like Chinese herbs, so if you don’t like herbal tea, try this tip.

Protip: if you brew a bag of Wind tea with a bag of Apple-Cinnamon tea, it doesn't taste like Win tea at all 😂😂😂

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetuTo understand fluid metabolism, you need to look at the respiratory, gastrointestinal, and urogenital microbiomes. (The upper, middle, and lower jiao.) Life in these three mini worlds depends on aquaporins. Aquaporins (AQP) are integral membrane proteins that serve as channels in the transfer of water and in some cases, small solutes across the membrane.AQP3 is present in the kidney collecting ducts, epidermis, urinary, respiratory, and digestive tracts. When the body is damp, there is increased aquaporins found in urine because they are being damaged. Wind Tea made from xiao chai hu tang and san ren tang regulates aquaporins and reduces the content in urine. 

Most herbal may be taken by individuals who are also using prescription drugs without problems. However, it is recommended that herbal be taken on an empty stomach at least two hours apart from the prescription drugs.
The most common interaction is that herbal medicine increases the effectiveness of prescription medication or duplicates the action.

Most common interaction is with, Antiplatelets, Anticoagulants, antihyperlipidemic

How Do I Make Wind Tea?

Unfortunately, the directions on the bag a not the best way to brew the tea. We have found It is best to brew wind tea all at once, not in individual cups like the instructions say. 

Wind teas has seeds in it. For the teas with seeds, we recommend simmering on the stove for 20 to 30 minutes, to get a complete extraction of the active ingredients

  1. Take the teabag out of the package. For each teabag, you want to use about one to two pints of water.
  2. Simmer for 20 to 30 minutes
    After teas have been simmering for about 20-30 minutes
  3. It is ready to drink.

Fancier Option
We have found that cutting open the bags works better for some people. It allows some of the larger plant particles to go into solution. So, you are consuming more of the herbs.

Brew for 20-30 minutes. I will usually have people doing 3-4 teabags per day and consume at least 40 ounces of decocted liquid.

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About the Author

Author Willard Sheppy Exporing the Coast

Willard Sheppy is a writer and healthcare practitioner who seamlessly melds scientific knowledge with practical applications in engaging and authoritative articles. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science from Oregon State University and a Master’s in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from the distinguished Oregon College of Oriental Medicine.

In his work, Willard skillfully combines his extensive educational background in scientific research with his practical experience as a healthcare practitioner. Willard balances his life with martial arts and cherished family adventures. As a father of three, he often leads his family on camping and hiking trips along the breathtaking Oregon coast.

Connect with Willard on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/valleyhealthclinic or learn more about his services at valleyhealthclinic.com. Embark on this journey towards holistic health with Willard!

Purple Star Xiao Yao Wan

Posted on January 28, 2025 by - Healing

Purple Star Xiao Yao Wan tea from Botanical Biohacking and Valley Health Clinic

Restore - Relax - Regenerate

Xiao Yao San is one of the most widely used formulas in Traditional Chinese Medicine.

Modern research has extensively studied its effects, particularly in gasotransmitter pain signaling, as well as its ability to alleviate anxiety and depression

It is commonly utilized to address stress-related symptoms, including:

  • Abdominal distension or bloating
  • Anxiety, stress-induced
  • Electrical or burning pain (such as in fibromyalgia)
  • Menopausal symptoms
  • Menstrual pain
  • Premenstrual
    Syndrome (PMS)
  • PTSD
  • Poor Digestion

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History of Xiao Yao Wan

Xiao Yao Wan is one of the most commonly prescribed herbal formulas in both the United States and Taiwan.

This 900-year-old classical formula, known as Bupleurum & Tang Kuei Formula (Xiao Yao Wan), originates from The Formulary of the Pharmacy Service for Benefiting the People in the Tai Ping Era (Tai Ping Hui Min He Ji Ju Fang), published in 1107. It is a modification of the Shang Han Lun formula, Frigid Extremities Powder (Si Ni San), published nearly 900 years earlier.

As evident from the Modern Applications section below, this formula is among the most studied and versatile in modern Chinese herbal medicine.

General Indications

Generally speaking, this formula is used to treat stress with an underlying deficiency.

Because of the deficiency component, the stress will likely become emphasized around menstruation, when less blood is available for circulation and carrying the qi. Dysmenorrhea, PMS, and stress in general (for men and women alike) are the most
common reasons for prescribing these formulas today.

Children, especially those under pressure to perform/ produce, benefit from taking these formulas. Stress will affect any areas of weakness, particularly those ruled by the
liver or middle burner. These include the chest, the abdomen, the entire digestive tract, and, of course, the blood, which is made in the middle burner and ruled by the liver.

Altogether, the central role played by blood and digestion for the rest of the body accounts for the wide range of indications for which this formula is used.

Xiao Yao wan is well-balanced and can be taken for acute and long-term situations.

Modern Applications

Xiao Yao Wan is a powerful herbal formula known for its wide range of benefits. It helps improve depression and anxiety, working as well as conventional medications but with fewer side effects. When combined with standard treatments, it can provide faster relief.

Xiao Yao Wanis also effective for digestive issues like IBS, helping reduce symptoms and improve gut health, while also addressing the stress and anxiety often linked to these problems. 

Anti-Depressant Effects

This study suggests Xiao Yao Wan may serve as an effective and safer alternative or complementary treatment for depression, particularly when combined with standard antidepressants.

 • Xiaoyaosan, whether used alone or in combination with antidepressants, demonstrates comparable effectiveness to standard antidepressants after 4-6 weeks of treatment.


• When used alone, Xiaoyaosan has a slower initial effectiveness (within the first 2 weeks) but catches up with standard antidepressants over time.


• Combined use of Xiaoyaosan and antidepressants results in a faster onset of symptom relief compared to antidepressants alone.

Anti-Anxiety Effects

This meta-analysis suggests that Xiao Yao San is a viable treatment option for anxiety disorders, offering comparable efficacy to conventional anxiolytics with potentially better safety. 

 • XYS, used alone or in combination with standard anxiolytic medications, is as effective as anxiolytics in alleviating anxiety symptoms.


• Patients receiving XYS reported fewer adverse drug reactions compared to those treated solely with anxiolytics.

Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders

This meta-analysis provides a comprehensive review of the efficacy and safety of Xiao Yao Wan for treating Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders. 


• Improved Treatment Outcomes: XYS, alone or in combination with conventional treatments, improves treatment efficiency and reduces symptom scores for FGIDs compared to Western medicine alone.


• Psychological Benefits: XYS effectively alleviates anxiety (SAS scores) and depression (SDS scores) associated with FGIDs.


• Low Recurrence Rates: Studies with a 6-month follow-up show that XYS reduces FGID recurrence rates, indicating sustained benefits.

• Few adverse reactions were reported (3 in the XYS group vs. 23 in the control group) and were mild and tolerable.


• No significant safety issues were identified, although systematic safety testing (e.g., liver and kidney function tests) remains limited.

• XYS enhances gastrointestinal motility by modulating motilin, serotonin, and somatostatin levels.


• It exhibits antidepressant effects through inflammation-related pathways and brain functional connectivity.

Ingredients

  • Radix Bupleuri Chinensis (Chai Hu)
  • Radix Paeoniae Lactiflorae (Bai Shao)
  • Radix Angelicae Sinensis (Dang Gui)
  • Sclerotium Poriae Cocos (Fu Ling)
  • Radix Glycyrrhizae Uralensis (Zhi Gan Cao)
  • Herba Menthae Haplocalycis (Bo He)
  • Rhizoma Zingiberis Officinalis Recens (Gan Jiang)

Highlights of Purple Star Xiao Yan Wan

  • We adjusted the dose of Bo He to reduce the incidence of Chai Hu causing headaches from yin/blood deficiency.
  • Sustainability Wildcrafted high-altitude Chai hu from the Tibetan region 
  • Paeoniflorin: 5.727mg /g in Purple Star Xiao Yao San, 8 times higher than the required amount in the Pharmacopeia 
  • All herbs are fresh and sulfur-free.
  • Active ingredients, water content, and bacteria tested
  • The herbs are ground-filtered through a sieve, and thicker herbs will be reground for consistent dissolving. Then, they will be further dried and sterilized with UV light before being carefully packed.

(Paeoniflorin is a monoterpene glycoside and the primary bioactive compound extracted from the roots of Paeonia lactiflora, a plant used in Traditional Chinese Medicine. It exhibits various pharmacological effects, including anti-inflammatory, immunoregulatory, hepatoprotective, neuroprotective, and antidepressant properties)

Why Is Tea Better Than Pills?

Tea preserves its volatile oils!

While most patents are similar, the pills tend to lose their volatile oils. Thankfully, this tea preserves those essential oils.
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Preparation

The preparation instructions on the label are for reference only and not mandatory.

French Press Method

We often prepare a few tea bags in a French press:

  1. Pump the press a few times and serve the tea to patients.
  2. Throughout the day, keep adding hot water to the press. The tea’s color and flavor will continue to evolve, providing a rich and enjoyable experience.

Storage

Please store the tea in a cool and dry place. Keep away from direct sunlight. Keep the tea sealed and refrigerate after opening. Finish it within a month after opening.

This product has no preservatives so it’s important to keep it in a cool and dry place and once it’s open please finish it as soon as possible. Refrigerate after opening is a great idea.

Protocol for Digestive Health

The primary confounding factor I have observed in digestive complaints is Liver Qi stagnation. Many of our patients experience unpredictable lifestyles and stress patterns, which are the most common reasons for regression during digestive treatment.

I’ve seen numerous cases where intestinal lesions, confirmed to be healed through imaging, still result in digestive issues during periods of stress. Xiao Yao San tea works effectively in these cases. It not only alleviates Liver Qi stagnation but also contains spleen tonics that aid in repairing digestion.

Microgard Plus is excellent for supporting digestion and gut health. If needed, the original Microgard formula can be used.

Key Benefits of Microgard Plus:

  • Contains herbs that address diarrheal conditions, nausea, vomiting, food stagnation, and harmful intestinal microbes.
  • Includes Ge Gen, which has been shown to help repair intestinal lining junctions, reducing intestinal permeability (leaky gut).

Technique:

  • Start with your hands below your belly button.
  • Apply light pressure and massage in a large circular motion:
  • Begin below the belly button, move up the left side of the abdomen, across under the ribs from left to right, down the right side, and back under the belly button.
  • Repeat this circle 36 times.
  • Reverse the direction and repeat another 36 times.

Use your whole body while you rub you should feel your waist twisting

Important Notes:

  • Always end the massage in the direction of peristalsis.
  • You may notice increased burping and flatulence after this, which is a good sign of improved digestive activity.
  • Consistency is key. This massage should be done daily.

This breathing exercise helps move Liver Qi and is simple to do anywhere: in the car, during breaks, in the bathroom, or especially before bed.

How to Do It:

  • Perform sighing breaths, just like you would sighn after getting in a hot tub. Repeat until you start to yawn.
  • Yawning is the signal that the exercise is effective, and you can stop once it occurs.

Special Considerations:

  • For some patients, it may take weeks to start yawning.
  • In extreme cases of trauma, it can take longer. One patient, who hadn’t yawned in years, required a full month of consistent practice before experiencing results.

Additional Tip:

 Incorporate gentle shaking movements with the sighing to enhance its effects.

Instructional Video:

Learn More About Sighing and Shaking.

About the Author

Author Willard Sheppy Exporing the Coast

Willard Sheppy is a writer and healthcare practitioner who seamlessly melds scientific knowledge with practical applications in engaging and authoritative articles. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science from Oregon State University and a Master’s in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from the distinguished Oregon College of Oriental Medicine.

In his work, Willard skillfully combines his extensive educational background in scientific research with his practical experience as a healthcare practitioner. Willard balances his life with martial arts and cherished family adventures. As a father of three, he often leads his family on camping and hiking trips along the breathtaking Oregon coast.

Connect with Willard on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/valleyhealthclinic or learn more about his services at valleyhealthclinic.com. Embark on this journey towards holistic health with Willard!

Gut Harmony (Chorus Capsules) Reviews

Posted on May 30, 2024 by - Healing

Will Sheppy, Acupuncturist and Owner of Valley Health Clinic in Albany, Oregon

My Experience with Gut Harmony (Chorus Capsules)

As a practitioner of Chinese herbal medicine, I’ve reviewed many supplements and found that their effectiveness is directly tied to their quality. Often, products sold in the West are of lower quality, akin to comparing Lipton tea to premium tea leaves. I mean, you can call it tea, but it is not very good tea.

 Early in my career, I struggled with inconsistent results using herbs until I discovered high-quality products from Classical Pearls and Botanical Biohacking, such as Microgard and Microgard Plus. These products significantly improved my results and my patient’s digestive health.

Microgard vs Microgard Plus

Recently, the maker of Botanical Biohacking with the help of Brehan Crawford introduced a new product called Gut Harmony (formerly Chorus Capsules), designed for the general public. Unlike most herbal medicine, Gut Harmony has a simpler diagnostic criterion: a thick tongue coating. This easy self-screening method allows more people to know if Gut Harmony is right for them. 

The capsules are easy to take and mask the taste of herbs, which my patients appreciate. The quality remains exceptionally high. I personally use Gut Harmony with my patients and family and have found consistent and reliable improvements in digestive health.

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Discovering Botanical Biohacking

I first learned about Botanical Biohacking by using Microgard and Microgard Plus with my patients. One of my patients, Jenetta Coffey, provided a glowing review, stating that the results at my office greatly improved her well-being. Her feedback confirmed my belief in the importance of high-quality herbal products.

How Gut Harmony (Chorus Capsules) Stands Out

Gut Harmony is accessible to the general public, unlike its predecessors that require healthcare supervision. If you have a thick tongue coating and no contraindicating symptoms, Gut Harmony may be effective for you. Below are some reviews from individuals who have experienced significant benefits from using Gut Harmony (Chorus Capsules).

Quality and Ingredients

One of the standout features of Gut Harmony (Chorus Capsules) is its commitment to quality. Unlike many herbal products that use lower-grade ingredients, Gut Harmony (Chorus Capsules) is crafted using high-quality herbs often sustainably wild-crafted or sourced from small family farms. This ensures that each capsule delivers maximum potency and effectiveness, a feature that is often missing in other products sold in the West​

Ease of Use

Gut Harmony (Chorus Capsules) are designed to be easy to take, masking the often unpleasant taste of herbal medicines, which is a significant advantage for users. My patients appreciate this aspect as it simplifies their supplement routine without compromising on quality

Effectiveness

Gut Harmony (Chorus Capsules) is particularly effective in addressing issues like food intolerances, chronic digestive problems, and side effects from medications. For instance, patients with conditions like MCAS and myasthenia gravis have reported significant improvements in their symptoms after using Chorus. 

Premium product

Gut Harmony (Chorus Capsules) is positioned as a premium product in the digestive health market. Customer feedback highlights significant improvements in digestive comfort, reduced symptoms of chronic conditions, and overall enhanced well-being. 

Patient's Reviews

@crawford_wellness One of my patients was so elated with Chorus she let me record her story to share with you guys. #singwiththechorus #ibs #longcovid #dampdisease #glutensensitivity #constipation ♬ original sound - Crawford Wellness

Marianne’s Experience

Marianne, who has had digestive problems for 12 years, faced gluten and dairy intolerances exacerbated by COVID-19. Before using Chorus, her digestion was poor, with incomplete bowel movements and thin stools. After taking Chorus for a short time, she noticed significant improvements. Her stools normalized, appearing as type 4 or 5 on the Bristol Stool Chart, and her flatulence decreased.

One of the cool things about Gut Harmony (Chorus Capsules) is when you get signed up you will get sent Emails with tips and tricks you can do at home. Things like lymphatic massage techniques such as tapping, stroking, and belly massages.

The goal is to educate you to take the steps to get better so you don’t have to take the product forever.

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Diagnosed with myasthenia gravis in 1977, Cynthia’s treatments included high-dose steroids and experimental drugs, which led to severe side effects. Her main medication caused debilitating stomach and intestinal cramps. Since starting Gut Harmony (Chorus Capsules) five months ago, Cynthia has experienced no abdominal cramps despite continuing her medication. This has allowed her to regain muscle strength and care for her husband, who has ALS. Cynthia highly recommends Chorus for those dealing with medication-induced digestive distress..

In 1977, I was diagnosed with myasthenia gravis. At the beginning of my diagnosis, I did not respond to treatment, so they removed my thymus. After the surgery, I responded to treatment. The primary treatment was high-dose, long-term steroid use, specifically prednisone. Eventually, my body could no longer tolerate prednisone, so I was relegated to experimental drugs. I was put on CellCept, but its side effects included almost continual nasal, throat, and respiratory infections. Once they felt I was taking too many antibiotics too frequently, they stopped the CellCept, removed my tonsils, and sent me back to counseling to learn how to manage my illness and conserve muscle strength through physical therapy. I’ve been through physical therapy so many times.

I had to quit my career as a teacher. My husband, who had always been my caregiver, was diagnosed with ALS. I needed him, but now he needed me. I was desperate. My way of managing my myasthenia gravis was through Mestinon. However, Mestinon comes with severe stomach and intestinal cramps that are so bad they leave you doubled over, practicing labor breathing just to survive the episode. They can prescribe other medications for this particular side effect, but they have never worked very well or for very long for me.

I have now been on Chorus for five months. I have had no abdominal or intestinal cramps and no gastro problems whatsoever, despite taking two daily doses of 120 milligrams of Mestinon and sometimes three doses. This allows me to have enough muscle strength to help my husband. This is mind-boggling. It blows my mind. I can’t believe this is now my reality—that I can use Mestinon to get the muscle strength I desperately need without any side effects.

So, if you’re taking a prescription drug that causes you abdominal or intestinal distress or irregularity, give Chorus a try. I hope it works for you as well as it has worked for me.

Tasha, dealing with Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS), had a limited diet due to food intolerances. Gut Harmony (Chorus Capsules) significantly reduced her digestive stress, allowing her to enjoy a wider variety of foods. Over the past year, she has seen a happier tummy and less pain, transforming her relationship with food. Tasha emphasizes the importance of small lifestyle changes, such as walking after meals and consuming warmer foods, which, combined with Chorus, have been life-changing.

One of the major issues I’ve dealt with due to my MCAS is trouble digesting certain foods. Before achieving further remission and using the product Chorus, my diet was very limited. I think one of the biggest pleasures in life is enjoying food, sharing meals with friends and family. Now, because I’ve been using Chorus over the past year, there’s a lot less stress when I eat something I previously would have struggled with. This means that I’m ultimately able to enjoy a large part of my life again and eat foods that make me happy. Honestly, Chorus has been life-changing for me and a massive part of getting my MCAS into remission. I highly recommend Chorus to anyone dealing with the same issues because, if you have MCAS, you know that finding foods you can eat without a reaction is challenging. Chorus is definitely a massive help with that, so I highly recommend it.

Taking a little walk or moving around after eating helps my digestion so much. Eating warmer food and drinking warm drinks, rather than cold ones, is much easier on my digestion. In the first two to four weeks of taking Chorus, the main changes for me were a happier tummy and much less pain, which was mind-blowing. I could eat foods that used to upset my stomach and worry less about it, actually enjoying my meals, which was life-changing.

Before my MCAS was largely in remission and before I was taking Chorus, the level of stress I had surrounding food was extreme. It was so bad. Now, I don’t think about it as much, and I don’t have to worry so much about what I’m eating because I know I have Chorus. I thought I would be worrying about food every day forever, but Chorus has eliminated that stress from my life.

Claudia struggled with lifelong gas and irregular bowel movements. After starting Gut Harmony (Chorus Capsules) in January, she noticed immediate improvements, including reduced gas and normalized bowel movements. This change has been the most significant improvement for her, alleviating years of discomfort

I started using Chorus in January, and within the first few days, I noticed I had less gas. I wasn’t passing gas all the time anymore. After a short period, I noticed a real difference in my bowel movements. All my life, my bowel movements had been either rabbit pellets or brown water. Now, my bowel movements are normal—they look like a normal person’s bowel movements. This change has been the biggest and most significant improvement for me.

TikTok Review

@drwendy_physicaltherapy I started using the supplement Chorus several months ago after following @Crawford Wellness and learning how to heal my gut through things like diet changes, activity changes and this supplement called Chorus. I have non-celiac gluten sensitivity, fibromyalgia and I’m in perimenopause. When he launched this product @Chorusforlife I jumped at the chance to have access to this blend. The product was extensively tested for quality and purity, and if it isnt for you they have a 30-day money back guarantee. #supplementsforwomen #supplementsthatwork #fibromyalgia #perimenopausehealth #healthygut #brainfogrelief #chorusforlife #Inverted #greenscreen ♬ Cute Horror & Halloween, Storytelling, Games(1311227) - scatgoto

Dr. Wendy shared her positive experience with Gut Harmony (Chorus Capsules), noting improvements in her non-celiac gluten sensitivity, fibromyalgia, and perimenopause symptoms. She reported less swelling, reduced water retention, and improved brain fog and joint pain after less than a month of use.

On Reddit, users like Good_Soil7726 reported subtle but significant improvements in digestion and food tolerance after using Gut Harmony (Chorus Capsules). Some users noticed changes only after adjusting their dosage, indicating the importance of following recommended usage instructions. The community shows a strong interest in long-term updates and shared experiences, reflecting the supplement’s growing reputation

Confidence in Quality

Gut Harmony (Chorus Capsules) is a quality product from a reputable company with a strong track record. Developed by experts who have staked their reputation on its effectiveness, Chorus delivers reliable results. I have personally used it with my patients and family, observing significant improvements in digestive health.

By following the simple self-diagnosis criteria, you can be confident that purchasing Chorus is money well spent. The positive testimonials and my professional experience underscore its value and effectiveness. Consider giving Gut Harmony a try.

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About the Author

Author Willard Sheppy Exporing the Coast

Willard Sheppy is a writer and healthcare practitioner who seamlessly melds scientific knowledge with practical applications in engaging and authoritative articles. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science from Oregon State University and a Master’s in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from the distinguished Oregon College of Oriental Medicine.

In his work, Willard skillfully combines his extensive educational background in scientific research with his practical experience as a healthcare practitioner. Willard balances his life with martial arts and cherished family adventures. As a father of three, he often leads his family on camping and hiking trips along the breathtaking Oregon coast.

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How Short Chain Fatty Acids and Gut Harmony (Chorus Capsules) Combat Chronic Pain

Posted on May 13, 2024 by - Healing

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Understanding Short Chain Fatty Acids And Gut Harmony (Chorus Capsules)

Understanding the link between Short-chain Fatty Acids (SCFAs) and pain offers a promising avenue for those suffering from chronic pain conditions. By nurturing your gut microbiome through diet and supplements like Gut Harmony (Chorus Capsules), you can harness your body’s natural mechanisms to combat inflammation and improve your health.

Supplements like Gut Harmony can help regulate inflammation, a key factor in chronic pain, by regulating the production of short-chain fatty acids.

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Key Takeaways

Understanding SCFAs

 SCFAs are produced by gut bacteria fermenting fiber and have potent anti-inflammatory effects.

Sources of SCFAs

 Increase your intake of fermentable fibers in foods like green bananas, plantains, beans, lentils, and oats to boost SCFA production

Role of SCFAs

SCFAs influence brain function, immune response, and nutrient metabolism, extending their benefits across the body

Chorus Supplement

 Chorus is designed to enhance SCFA-producing gut bacteria, improve gut health, and support chronic pain management

 Immune Regulation

SCFAs modulate immune cells by interacting with specific receptors, reducing the production of inflammation-promoting cytokines and thus easing pain

Epigenetic Influence

SCFAs can modify gene expression by affecting histone structures, helping to reduce inflammation at the genetic level.

Strengthening Gut Barrier

 SCFAs enhance the gut barrier, preventing harmful substances from inducing systemic inflammation and thereby reducing pain triggers

Energy and Metabolism

SCFAs influence how the body manages and uses energy, aiding in fat burning and reducing inflammation, which impacts pain perception.

What are Short Chain Fatty Acids?

Short-chain Fatty Acids (SCFAs) are crucial fatty acids with fewer than six carbon atoms. The human body does not have the ability to produce its own SCFAs, so they are primarily produced in the gut through the fermentation of fiber and resistant starches by beneficial bacteria.

Resistant starches are a type of carbohydrate that resists digestion in the small intestine and instead ferments in the large intestine. Common sources of resistant starches include green bananas, plantains, beans, lentils, and oats.

These SCFAs, mainly acetate, propionate, and butyrate, nourish the cells in your large intestine and have significant anti-inflammatory properties, which are essential for managing pain and overall health.

 Impact of SCFAs on Health

Recent research has begun to unveil the broad impact of these microorganisms, influencing everything from brain function and immune response to how our bodies metabolize medications and absorb nutrients. The role of SCFAs extends far beyond simple digestion, affecting systemic health in profound ways.

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Reducing Chronic Pain

How lShort Chain Fatty Acid Impact Pain

Immune Cell Regulation

G-Protein Coupled Receptors

Short Chain Fatty Acids modulate immune cell functions, such as macrophages and T cells, by interacting with specific receptors (GPR41 and GPR43). This interaction suppresses the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines, which are often precursors to pain, thereby reducing inflammation.

G-protein coupled receptors (GPCRs), are on the surfaces of immune and endothelial cells act like security checkpoints, sensing and responding to specific substances—like SCFAs. Think of SCFAs as the right keys to these checkpoints. Once they bind to and activate GPR41 and GPR43, these receptors initiate a cascade of signals within the cells. This activation plays a pivotal role in mobilizing leukocytes, a type of white blood cell, directing them towards areas of inflammation to combat infection or repair tissue damage. This helps manage and reduce inflammation and ensures that our immune system responds adequately without overreacting, which can prevent excessive inflammation and the potential for related health problems.

Epigenetic Modifications

Histone Deacetylase Inhibition

Short Chain Fatty Acids particularly butyrate, play a role in epigenetic changes by inhibiting histone deacetylases (HDACs). This action leads to the loosening of histone structures, making genes that reduce inflammation more accessible, thus altering gene expression to diminish inflammatory responses.

Your DNA blueprints are normally tightly rolled up and only read when needed. HDACs are like the librarians who keep these blueprints tightly rolled, but SCFAs can instruct these librarians to loosen up, making these genetic blueprints more accessible. When SCFAs like butyrate inhibit HDACs, they cause the blueprints to unroll slightly (a process known as acetylation), allowing the cell to read instructions that lead to reduced inflammatory responses. This not only helps reduce existing inflammation but also prevents excessive inflammatory reactions in the future.

Energy Metabolism

TCA Cycle

Short-chain Chain Fatty Acids influence the body’s energy balance by promoting fat oxidation and reducing fat synthesis. This not only helps in managing body weight but also modulates inflammation, which can affect pain perception.

Short-chain Chain Fatty Acids, like propionate and butyrate, play a crucial role in your body’s energy management and fat-burning processes across various organs. These SCFAs initiate a process known as intestinal gluconeogenesis, essentially helping your intestines produce sugar. This action enhances energy use through signals that travel from your gut to your brain. After being absorbed, a significant portion of these SCFAs, specifically about 80% of propionate and butyrate and 40% of acetate, is processed in the liver. Here, they help burn fat instead of storing it.

SCFAs that aren’t processed in the liver circulate in the bloodstream. In white adipose tissue, the type of fat where energy is stored, SCFAs help create new fat cells, increase fat burning, and decrease fat breakdown. They also promote the development of a special type of fat that excels at burning calories. In brown adipose tissue, known for its role in generating body heat, SCFAs enhance this heat-producing capability. Furthermore, in muscle tissue, SCFAs aid in developing muscle fibers that are more efficient at burning fat. 

Strengthening Gut Barrier

Short-chain Fatty Acids strengthen the gut barrier by improving the integrity of the intestinal walls. Thus, harmful substances cannot trigger systemic inflammation, and a robust intestinal barrier can significantly reduce the triggers for chronic pain conditions.

Imagine your gut lining as a wall that separates your gut from the rest of your body. This wall is made up of cells bound tightly together, crucial for blocking harmful substances like certain bacteria and toxins while letting nutrients through.

Butyrate acts like cement for this wall, strengthening the bonds between cells to keep the barrier strong and prevent harmful substances from leaking into the bloodstream. A robust gut barrier reduces the need for your immune system to respond aggressively, leading to less body-wide inflammation. By maintaining a strong and effective gut lining, butyrate significantly helps control inflammation and protect your health, which is vital as a weakened gut barrier can increase inflammation and contribute to various chronic health issues

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Tips to Regulate Short Chain Fatty Acids

1. Increase Dietary Fiber Intake

 Boost SCFA production by eating a diet rich in fermentable fibers such as inulin, resistant starch, and pectin. Foods like legumes, oats, and bananas are excellent choices.

2. Probiotic Supplementation

 Incorporate probiotics such as Bifidobacterium and Lactobacillus, which can support SCFA-producing bacteria

3. Sweat Regularly

Regular physical activity and sweating can promote a healthier microbiome

4. Limit Processed Foods and Refined Carbohydrates

 Reduce intake of processed and high-sugar foods, favoring whole, unprocessed foods instead.

5. Manage Stress

Use stress management techniques like abdominal massage or deep breathing to support gut health

Gut Harmony is designed to boost gut bacteria that produce SCFAs.

While dietary changes are beneficial, supplements like Gut Harmony (Chorus Capsules) can speed up recovery and support gut health and SCFA production.
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About the Author

Author Willard Sheppy Exporing the Coast

Willard Sheppy is a writer and healthcare practitioner who seamlessly melds scientific knowledge with practical applications in engaging and authoritative articles. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science from Oregon State University and a Master’s in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from the distinguished Oregon College of Oriental Medicine.

In his work, Willard skillfully combines his extensive educational background in scientific research with his practical experience as a healthcare practitioner. Willard balances his life with martial arts and cherished family adventures. As a father of three, he often leads his family on camping and hiking trips along the breathtaking Oregon coast.

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