Stir Field of Elixir™ Formulae
The “Field of Elixir” is the Lower Dan Tian, i.e. the Lower Burner. “Stir” refers to moving (see Red Stirring™ in the Three Treasures®): this formula invigorate Blood in the Lower Burner (a variation of Ge Xia Zhu Yu Tang Eliminating Stasis below the Diaphragm Decoction).
Ingredients
Dang Gui Radix Angelicae sinensis
Chuan Xiong Rhizoma Ligustici wallichii
Mu Dan Pi Cortex Moutan
Chi Shao (Yao) Radix Paeoniae rubrae
Hong Hua Flos Carthami
Bai Shao Radix Paeoniae albae
Yan Hu Suo Rhizoma Corydalis
Wu Yao Radix Linderae
Tao Ren Semen Persicae
Xiang Fu Rhizoma Cyperi
Zhi Ke Fructus Aurantii
Pu Huang Pollen Typhae
Dan Shen Radix Salviae miltiorrhizae
Gan Cao Radix Glycyrrhizae
Pattern:
Stasis of Blood in the Lower Burner.
Action:
Move Blood, eliminate stasis.
Tongue: Purple.
Pulse: Choppy, wiry or firm.
Classical Antecedent
Ge Xia Zhu Yu Tang
Differences from Classical Antecedent
Stronger action in invigorating Blood.
Acupuncture Points
LIV-3 Taichong, SP-4 Gongsun and P-6 Neiguan in combination, Ren-6 Qihai, ST-29 Guilai, ST-28 Shuidao, KI-14 Siman, SP-6 Sanyinjiao, SP-10 Xuehai, BL-17 Geshu with even or reducing method.
Explanation
Stir Field of Elixir™ is a variation of the formula Ge Xia Zhu Yu Tang (Decoction for Eliminating Stasis below the Diaphragm).
- Pu Huang, which moves Blood, was added to moderate the Blood-moving effect of the other herbs
- Dan Shen and Bai Shao were added to move Blood and Qi, calm the Mind, soothe the Liver
This formula only invigorates Blood, without addressing any underlying cause of Blood stasis, such as Qi deficiency, Blood deficiency or Cold.
Disclaimer
This product is a dietary (food) supplement, to be taken as directed by a qualified practitioner. It is not intended to treat, cure, diagnose or prevent any disease. Not to replace a varied diet. Not to be taken if nursing or if pregnant. Not to be consumed continuously for longer than 3 months.