Restorative / Rejuvinative Tonic This formula makes an excellent adaptogenic, nutritive and/or restorative tonic with a special emphasis on physical restoration and maintenance. These herbs have traditionally been used to restore vitality, prevent premature aging, strengthen immune function and increase physical performance capabilities. This formula makes an excellent restorative, rejuvenating or revitalizing tonic that can be used to strengthen the body after exhaustion or long term illness or just to strengthen the body.

Contents: Brazilian Suma root, Chinese Cordyceps Fungus, Amazon Tayuya root, Chinese Astragalus root, Chinese Ligustrum (Privet) fruit, Indian Ashwagandha root, Chinese Codonopsis root, Chinese Fo-Ti Root, Chinese Lycium berry, Chinese Atractylodes root, Chinese Schizandra Berry, Siberian Ginseng (Chinese Ciwujia) root and Indian Gotu Kola herb in a base containing concentrated Bee Pollen extract. 20 to 45 drops 2-3 times daily. Not recommended if nursing or pregnant.

Ingredient descriptions:

Brazilian Suma Root (Pfaffia paniculata)

Actions: Adaptogen, tonic, aphrodisiac, restorative, astringent.

Common Use: Suma root, also known as Para Todo (For All Things) is called "Brazilian Ginseng" by some herbalists and is one of the most highly regarded South American herbs. While not a true member of the Panax ginseng family, it is an authentic adaptogenic herb, and as such exerts a normalizing influence on your body and can help regulate and enhance your endocrine, nervous, digestive, cardiovascular and immune systems. South American Natives have used Suma for centuries to treat wounds, skin rashes, low energy and sexual disinterest. The overall effect is to give you an increased resistance to stress while having a cell-building and regenerating effect. It also has analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties that can help alleviate chronic and acute pain. Suma root is also quite valuable nutritionally as it contains essential vitamins, minerals, amino acids and trace elements. Researchers have identified 152 chemical constituents in the root, including 19 amino acids, electrolytic and trace minerals such as iron, magnesium, cobalt, silica and zinc, as well as vitamins A, B-1, B-2, E, K and pantothenic acid. It contains high amounts of the trace element germanium, which is a powerful immune stimulator. The germanium may be partly responsible for Suma's powerful ability to bring more oxygen to the cells. Suma root is becoming quite popular because of its high content of several palnt hormones. It is considered one of the richest sources of B-Ecdysterone, a plant hormone that can help maintain your youth and strength. B-Ecdysterone can also accelerate wound healing , along with allantoin (comfrey also contains allantoin), a known cellular rebuilder that is present in this plant. Research in Brazil, Japan and the United States has found unique natural substances in Suma called pfaffosides which are believed to regulate blood sugar levels. Suma helps regulateblood pressure, cholesterol, hormones (especially estrogen) and acid-base balance. You can benefit by using Suma root as a healing agent, tonic or aphrodisiac. Not recommended if pregant or nursing.

Chinese Cordyceps Fungus (Codonopsis pilosula)

Actions: Adaptogen, tonic, immune stimulant, restorative.

Common Uses: Caterpillar fungus or Winter Worm - Summer Grass, those are the common names used for the highly prized Chinese tonic herb Cordyceps, which gained national publicity in a mainstream publication (Newsweek) a few years back because of its use by Chinese women athletes engaged in breaking world running records. In ancient China this fungus was used exclusively in the Emperor's Palace because of its scarcity. Approximately 5 grams were stuffed into the stomach of a duck and roasted until well cooked, then the Cordyceps was removed and the duck was slowly eaten, twice daily over a period of 8-10 days, this was thought to be as potent as 50 grams of Panax Ginseng. The New York Journal of Medicine reported that Cordyceps has properties similar to Ginseng, being used to strengthen the body after exhaustion or long term illness. It has traditionally been used for impotence, backache, to increase sperm production and to increase blood production. In China, Cordyceps is used medically to regulate and support the gonads and as a lung and kidney tonic. It is used specifically for excess tiredness, chronic cough and asthma, impotence, debility, anemia, to build the bone marrow and reduce excess phlegm. The clinical studies done on Cordyceps in China have been numerous and remarkable, indicating the fungus can improve liver functions, reduce cholesterol, adjust protein metabolism, improve immune functions, inhibit lung carcinoma and has a therapeutic value in the relief of aging disorders including loss of sexual drive. These are just some of the reported benefits attributed to this remarkable fungus. Not recommended if nursing or pregnant.

Amazon Tayuya Root (Cayaponia tayuya v. sp.)

Actions: Alterative, depurative, nutritive, rejuvinator, nervine, digestive aid, liver tonic.

Common Uses: This remarkable plant from the Amazon Rainforest has been traditionally used to purify the blood and detoxify the system. It is believed that this herb can help retard the aging process, help the body retain youthful vigor, postpone degenerative disease or speed up recovery from disease by providing essential nutrients, supporting the hormonal and nervous systems, activating enzymatic systems and regulating metabolism. It has also been used to calm the pain associated with neuralgias, sciatica, backaches, headaches and rheumatism. Its beneficial action on the digestive system can help improve sluggish digestion, reverse the discomfort of excess stomach acid, relieve stomach tension and clear liver obstructions. Tayuya is also said to have a very beneficial effect on a wide variety of skin problems.

Chinese Astragalus Root (Astragalus membranaceus)

Actions: Deep immune activator, diuretic, tonic, hypotensive, vasodilator, anti-stress agent.

Common Use: Used as a daily tonic when one is not feeling well; it has the ability to build the energy reserves in the body and exhibits several anti-stress properties.

Chinese Ligustrum Privet Fruit (Ligustrum lucidum)

Actions: Nutritive tonic, deep immune activator, liver tonic, digestive aid.

Common Use: Ligustrum, or privet fruit, is an excellent digestive aid, it can be of benefit in chronic bowel complaints and ulcerations of the stomach and bowels. Also known to nourish and tone the liver and kidneys, benefit the skin, and act on conditions such as dizziness, spots in front of the eyes, lower back pain and tinnitus. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, ligustrum is often combined with astragalus root to combat long term weakness, chronic illness or deficiency, and many degenerative ailments such as general immune weakness.

Indian Ashwagandha Root (Withania somnifera)

Actions: Adaptogen, tonic, anti-inflammatory, immune stimmulant, restorative, rejuvinator.

Common Use: In Ayurvedic medicine, this herb is considered the "Ginseng of India", said to "protect the organism from illness through maintaining the healthy balance of physical energies." Like other adaptogens, ashwagandha root exhibits an anti-stress effect, an immunomodulatory effect, it can enhance both short and long term memory, and it can strengthen the body's overall power of resistance. In sum, this Ayurvedic herb helps build immunity and is useful as a general tonic to enhance virility and vitality. Also indicated as exhibiting anti-inflammatory properties.

Chinese Codonopsis Root (Codonopsis pilosula)

Actions: Stomachic, nutritive tonic, hypotensive, stimulant.

Common Uses: Chinese Codonopsis is considered a nourishing tonic, it has been used to promote digestion, absorption, metabolism and tone and strengthen the stomach and spleen. The herb stimulates the nervous system, increases body resistance and has been shown to increase the number of red blood cells and hemoglobin content. Animal studies have shown that it dilates peripheral blood vessels and inhibits adrenal cortex activity, causing a lowering of blood pressure. This herb also benefits the lungs and is helpful in treating chronic coughs and shortness of breath. Chinese physicians sometimes use Codonopsis as a Ginseng substitute. Not recommended if nursing or pregnant.

Chinese Fo-Ti Root or Ho-Shou-Wu (Polygonum multiflorum)

Actions: Tonic, hepatic, cardiac tonic, anti-inflammatory, vasodilator, sexual tonic, rejuvenator.

Common Uses: In China Fo-Ti known as Ho-Shou-Wu in that country, is one of the most popular herbal tonics among the elderly. It is said to tranquilize the spirit, nourish the blood and invigorate the meridians. The properties of this herb are often compared to Ginseng, but it has not yet been subjected to rigorous experimental study. In Oriental philosophy, it is said to increase Yin, thereby improving physical and mental health.

Chinese Lycium Berry or Wolfberry (Lycium barbarum)

Actions: Nutritive tonic, liver tonic, hypotensive.

Contents: These berries are very nourishing and can help supply the important nutrients that cells, tissues and organs need for proper functioning. They contain betaine, vitamin A, B1, B2, C, calcium, phosphorus, iron, zeaxanthin, physalein and linolein acid. Studies have shown an extract of this herb to inhibit the precipitation of fat in liver cells and promote the regeneration of liver cells. It has also shown a hypoglycemia effect; helping to lower the level of blood sugars, and a hypotensive effect; decrease in blood pressure and the ability to stimulate breathing. This herb is a good supplement for the liver and kidneys, it can help produce sperm and blood and has been used successfully to clear vision problems. Not recommended if nursing or pregnant.

Chinese Atractylodes Root (Atractylodes macrocephala)

Actions: Stomachic, diuretic, anti-emetic, digestive tonic.

Common Uses: This herb has been used for deficiency of the spleen, physical and mental fatigue, diarrhea, edema, retention of phlegm, dizziness and vomiting. It has a pronounced and long lasting diuretic effect, inhibiting reabsorption by the renal tubules and increasing the secretion of potassium salts. It also has the ability to lower blood sugar levels, promote digestion and the essential oil present in Atractylodes possesses a sedative action.

Chinese Schizandra Berry (Schizandra chinensis)

Actions: Tonic, adaptogen, aphrodisiac, mild stimulant, deep immune activator, antioxidant.

Common Use: Schizandra fruits or berries contain various lignans, mainly schizandrins, these lignans have been found to prevent liver damage, stimulate liver repair, and stimulate normal liver functioning. These properties appear to be related to the various antioxidant abilities of the various schizandrins. Schizandra also helps in digestion, regulating gastric acid release. Other studies have shown that extracts of schizandra are stimulating to the central nervous system and are cholinergic. There have been numerous reports on schizandra's ability to quicken reflexes, increase work efficiency, control anger and combat neurasthenias (headaches, insomnia, dizziness, palpitations). Other reports have mentioned increased cognitive function and increased memory. Recent research studies have indicated that schizandra has numerous biological activities, including: anti-bacterial, mild stimulant, liver protective, anti-depressant, antioxidant, adaptogen and cardiac tonic. In Oriental Medicine, schizandra is recommended for the lungs, liver and kidneys, including as an aphrodisiac ( kidney element). Schizandra is also a registered medicine in Russia for vision problems since the herb has been found to prevent eye fatigue and increase acuity.

Siberian Ginseng Root (Eleutherococcus senticosus)Chinese Ciwujia

Actions: Adaptogen, circulatory stimulant, tonic, vasodilator.

Common Use: This herb may safely be used to increase stamina when under stress. After nearly a thousand studies, Siberian Ginseng has been shown to increase energy and stamina and to help the body resist viral infections, environmental toxins, radiation and chemotherapy. In Chinese Medicine it has been used to prevent bronchial, respiratory and viral infections, provide energy and vitality, increase resistance to stress, treat rheumatic and heart ailments, improve cardiovascular and neurovascular conditions and help restore memory, concentration and cognitive abilities which may be impaired from poor blood supply to the brain. Additionally Siberian Ginseng is a popular remedy for debility, depression, fatigue and nervous breakdowns. It has a growing reputation for increasing all kinds of body resistance. Also used to regulate low blood pressure and increase circulation. Excellent as a general tonic. Recommended to be taken for 3-6 months consecutively for best results.

Gotu Kola Herb (Centella asiatica)

Actions: Tonic, depurative, diuretic, alterative, adaptogen, circulatory tonic.

Common Use: Gotu kola is useful as a brain food to rebuild energy reserves and stamina. It can increase mental and physical power, combat stress and improve reflexes. It is known to relieve high blood pressure, and is said to be a valuable relief for depression and mental problems by helping with mental fatigue, senility, schizophrenia, epilepsy, and memory loss. Also neutralizes blood toxins and helps balance hormones and relax the nerves.

Bee Pollen

Bee pollen is a dense source of protein and is considered to be a complete food. It is a rich source of vitamins, minerals, protein, amino acids, hormones, enzymes and fats. It has long been used to increase energy and mental alertness, slow down the aging pr cess and retain youthful energy. It is frequently taken by athletes to increase performance levels and there is some scientific evidence available that supports this claim. Available in formula only. Bee pollen may cause allergic reactions in some people.