{"product_id":"four-gentlemen-si-jun-zi-tang-herbal-tincture","title":"Four Gentlemen (Si Jun Zi Tang) | Herbal Tincture","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize: 1 oz (w\/dropper included)-- approx. 10 days supply\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMADE IN USA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat is it:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFour Gentlemen Liquid Tincture (Si Jun Zi Tang) is a Chinese Medicine formula that is properly classified as a \"qi tonic\". This means that it contains herbs that combine to \u003cstrong\u003eboost energy levels in the body, aid sluggish digestion, combat fatigue, and help strengthen the immune system\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its use was first recorded c. 1100 AD, and it is the base formula from which a number of more specialized formulas that deal with poor digestion, bloating, and nausea\/vomiting are based. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe use \u003cem\u003eRen shen\u003c\/em\u003e (and not \u003cem\u003eDang shen\u003c\/em\u003e) as the chief herb in our formulation of the Four Gentlemen:\u003c\/strong\u003e It is a commonplace and acceptable practice to substitute \u003cem\u003eDang shen\u003c\/em\u003e (Codonopsis) for \u003cem\u003eRen shen\u003c\/em\u003e (Asian ginseng root) when commercially producing this formula (at a ratio of approx. 3:1). It's an acceptable substitution, but it means that you don't get the special deep healing qualities unique to \u003cem\u003eRen shen\u003c\/em\u003e, For example, it tonifies Source (or \u003cem\u003eyuan) \u003c\/em\u003eqi to address the deepest of healing needs. \u003cem\u003eDang shen\u003c\/em\u003e is a very good qi tonic, but it does not go deep like that. The use of \u003cem\u003eRen shen \u003c\/em\u003ein China goes back 2000+ years, and there a reason they call it the \"King\" of the qi tonics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eIf you are someone who runs hot\u003c\/span\u003e, this formula is NOT a good choice to take long-term (i.e. more than a week or two) as it is energetically warming and will exacerbate that imbalance... you can still take it, but there are better, more balanced formulas out there for people who have heat signs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat else you might like to know:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAlso (for the TCM student): when tonifying qi, it's often a good idea to move qi as well. I like to add something like Chai hu or Xiang fu to the Four Gents (depending on where the qi flow is blocked), but there no one \"right\" way to do it!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is important to understand that Chinese herbs work by restoring balance to the body. This means that \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eyou usually have to take an herb or a formula for a longer period of time than you would with pharmaceuticals in order to get results-- usually at least a month\u003c\/strong\u003e, and often times longer than that... it all depends on the individual and the nature of the ailment being addressed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat is it good for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003esymptoms of sluggish digestion: abdominal bloating, stomach \"gurgles\", undigested food in stools etc...\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003efatigue, lack of energy \u0026amp; motivation, unusually tired during the day, etc...\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ecan help strengthen the immune system\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eshortness of breath, wheezing, \"weakness\" in the Lung\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTraditional Chinese medicine benefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003etonifies Spleen, Lung, and Source qi\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003etonifies Kidney qi and yang\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003etonifies blood\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003egenerates fluids\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003enourishes the Heart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAsian ginseng root \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e(Ren shen)\u003c\/em\u003e, White atractylodes \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e(Bai zhu), \u003c\/em\u003ePoria fungus \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e(Fu ling), \u003c\/em\u003eHoney-fried licorice root \u003cem\u003e(Zhi gan cao)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDirections for use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShake Well before each use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMaintenance Serving\u003c\/em\u003e: Dissolve 1-2 droppers (1\/2 tsp.) in warm water or juice 2-3 times daily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAugmented Serving\u003c\/em\u003e: Take 1 full tsp. 2 to 3 times daily in warm water or juice or as directed by a qualified herbalist familiar with the use of Chinese herbs and formulas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTo evaporate alcohol place in hot water.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"root + spring","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47055528821048,"sku":"876-1","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0827\/3942\/9688\/files\/Tincture_Label_Bottle_2048_Four-Gentlemen.png?v=1781033843","url":"https:\/\/rootandspring.com\/products\/four-gentlemen-si-jun-zi-tang-herbal-tincture","provider":"root + spring","version":"1.0","type":"link"}