Ba Zhen Tang Plus 60 tablets, 750 mg
		History Ba Zhen Tang was originally created by Dr. Bi Li-Zhai in 1529 A.D. It addresses patterns of both Qi and Blood deficiency.

Formula Philosophy by Christopher Hobbs, L.Ac., A.H.G.
To enhance this formulation, Christopher Hobbs, Secara's Chief Herbalist, has added Gynostemma extract. This herb modulates the immune system by increasing the uptake and utilization of oxygen, thereby increasing energy.

Organic Content
16% of the herbs used in this product were organically grown.

Pulse
Thin, frail or large, deficient, without strength.

Tongue
Pale. White coat.

Chinese Medical Actions
Tonifies and augments the Qi and Blood.

Indications
Pallid or sallow complexion. Palpitations with anxiety that may be continuous. Reduced appetite. Shortness of breath. Laconic speech. Easily fatigued extremities. Light-headedness and/or vertigo.

Complete Formula Facts
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	Organic Licorice Root (gan cao) 356 mg Asian Ginseng Root (ren shen) 5:1 Extract 285 mg Atractylodes Rhizome (bai zhu) 5:1 Extract 238 mg Chinese Peony Root (bai shao) 5:1 Extract 238 mg Dong Quai Root (dang gui) 5:1 Extract 238 mg Ligusticum Wallichii Rhizome (chuan xiong) 5:1 Extract 238 mg Poria Sclerotium (fu ling) 5:1 Extract 238 mg Rehmannia Cured Root Tuber (shu di huang) 5:1 Extract 238 mg Gynostemma Leaves & Stems 5:1 Extract 181 mg
This formula is 16% organic.

Secara uses organic herbs whenever possible and does not use endangered plant or animal species. This product is manufactured in the U.S. in GMP certified facilities and is free of animal and dairy products, soy, artificial colors, sweeteners or preservatives.

Traditional Chinese Medical Contraindications
None.

Modifying Herbs

Gynostemma: This herb has been used in China for many centuries, traditionally to treat jaundice and chronic bronchitis. It has the classic function of clearing away heat and toxic material.

Gynostemma has a taste of SWEET, SLIGHTLY BITTER and a temperature of COOL.

In traditional Chinese medicine, Gynostemma is regarded as a healing herb that works on the Spleen, Lung, Kidney, Liver and Heart meridians. It contains many amino acids, vitamins and minerals including calcium, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium and zinc. Gynostemma is generally reinforcing to overall health and has a strong anti-fatigue effect.

Japanese studies have indicated that Gynostemma has a double-direction, regulating influence on the central nervous system, meaning it is calming when one is overexcited and stimulating when one is depressed. Japanese studies have also shown that Gynostemma is clinically useful in a number of mental and neurological conditions, including simple depression, anxiety and schizophrenia.

Gynostemma is often used to treat inflammation and chronic bronchitis, stop coughs and remove sputum. It can also be beneficial to the circulatory system by lowering high blood pressure, decreasing the level of high blood fats and reducing the incidence of blood clots and arteriosclerosis.

Gynostemma can also be used to control body weight. As a diet herb, it accelerates the body's metabolism, adjusts blood sugar and reduces blood fat. Some athletes who consume Gynostemma report improved appetites and more lean muscle.

Preliminary research indicates that Gynostemma may help prevent cells from becoming cancerous.

Women who are pregnant should avoid Gynostemma.

In studies, Gynostemma has been shown to increase the time blood needs to clot. When it is taken with antiplatelets (including Plavix and Ticlic) or anticoagulants (including heparin and warfarin), the effect of the drug may be increased, resulting in uncontrolled bleeding. Also due to this anti blood-clotting effect, aspirin should not be taken at the same time as Gynostemma. Theoretically, if Gynostemma is used with other herbs that affect blood clotting, bleeding may occur. Some of the most common herbal products that might inhibit blood clotting are Danshen, Devil's Claw, Eleuthero, Garlic, Ginger (in high amounts), Ginkgo, Horse Chestnut, Panax Ginseng and Papain.

To review recent clinical research on Gynostemma, click on the PubMed links listed below:

Gypenoside induces apoptosis in human Hep3B and HA22T tumour cells.

Therapeutic effect of gypenoside on chronic liver injury and fibrosis induced by CCl4 in rats.

Evaluation of the anti-inflammatory and liver-protective effects of anoectochilus formosanus, ganoderma lucidum and gynostemma pentaphyllum in rats.

This information is based on third-party reference materials and Secara cannot warrant its accuracy, completeness or reliability. Secara assumes no liability for any claims by a third party for loss that may arise from reliance on this information.

These statements have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Ba Zhen Tang Plus
60 tablets, 750 mg