{"product_id":"poria-fungus-fu-ling-bai-herbal-tincture","title":"Poria Fungus (Fu Ling Bai) | Herbal Tincture","description":"\u003cp\u003eSize: 1 oz (w\/dropper included)-- approx. 10 days supply\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMADE IN USA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is it?:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePoria Fungus (Fu Ling Bai) Herbal Tincture comes from the inner cortex of a type of fungus called poria (\u003cem\u003ePoria cocos \u003c\/em\u003e(Schw.) Wolf) that usually grows at the base of pine trees. It promotes urination and resolves dampness to treat dysuria, edema, and dampness and phlegm accumulations to an even greater extent that Fu Ling (which is the outer cortex of the same species of fungus), so one might choose this variation if they were less concerned about sluggish digestion and more interested in a stronger action to drain excess fluids\/phlegm from the body (think edema, puffy ankles, swollen legs, etc...)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe aware that this herb may potentiate the effects of diuretic drugs so use with caution\/under supervision of a trained healthcare professional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is it good for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epromoting urination (i.e. as a diuretic-like agent)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eaddressing sluggish digestion (w\/bloating, cramping, dyspepsia, nausea, etc...)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eedema, swelling, and other accumulations of dampness \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebrain fog, memory issues, and difficulty thinking \"sharply\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat else you might like to know:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis herb is used is many, many TCM formulas, and searching \"Fu Ling\" can give you an idea of how it is used in formula and what kinds of effects it has in the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is important to understand that herbs work by restoring balance to the body. This means that you 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, and often times longer than that... it all depends on the individual and the nature of the ailment being addressed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients\u003c\/strong\u003e: Fu Ling Bai (poria fungus) inner cortex\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirections for use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShake Well before each use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMaintenance Serving\u003c\/em\u003e: Dissolve 1-2 droppers (1\/2 tsp.) in warm water or juice 2-3 times daily until condition resolves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\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 Western herbs and formulas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo evaporate alcohol place in hot water.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"root + spring","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989436330296,"sku":"71934-1","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/rootandspring.com\/products\/poria-fungus-fu-ling-bai-herbal-tincture","provider":"root + spring","version":"1.0","type":"link"}