Clear Chronic Pathogens. Break Biofilm. Restore Immune Balance.

Wind Tea is a precision combination of two of TCM’s most respected classical formulas — Xiao Chai Hu Tang and San Ren Tang — working together to address the hidden pathogenic load that drives many chronic illness presentations, including fibromyalgia, chronic Lyme disease, post-viral syndromes, and autoimmune conditions.

At Crawford Wellness, Wind Tea is used as part of our integrative protocols for patients where chronic infections, lymphatic stagnation, and biofilm are contributing to persistent symptoms that conventional medicine struggles to resolve.

Wind Tea for Fibromyalgia

Watch our clinical explanation of how Xiao Chai Hu Jia San Ren Tang is used in fibromyalgia treatment:

Who Wind Tea Is For

This formula is especially effective for those living with:

• Fibromyalgia — especially where hidden viral or bacterial load, lymphatic congestion, and biofilm are driving pain and fatigue
• Chronic Lyme disease — clears pathogens from the shaoyang layer and lymphatic system
• Post-viral syndromes & long COVID — addresses reactivating viral patterns and residual pathogenic heat
• Chronic upper respiratory infections — acute and recurring viral and bacterial respiratory illness
• Shingles (Herpes Zoster) & reactivating viral syndromes — clears heat and toxin from the shaoyang layer
• Autoimmune conditions — reduces systemic inflammation and supports immune regulation
• Lymphatic congestion & biofilm — facilitates drainage of the lymphatic system and breaks down the mucus-like biofilm that harbors chronic infections
• Chronic fatigue — restores the body’s ability to clear pathogens and recover energy

How Wind Tea Works

Xiao Chai Hu Tang is one of the safest and most widely used herbal formulas in Asia, with thousands of years of clinical use and extensive modern research. It works on the shaoyang layer — the semi-interior zone where pathogens become lodged between the surface and the deep organs, producing alternating symptoms, lymph node swelling, fatigue, and immune dysregulation. This is a pattern seen consistently in fibromyalgia, chronic Lyme, and post-viral illness.

San Ren Tang is a gentle but powerful addition that extends the formula’s reach into the lymphatic system, where chronic pathogens accumulate and hide. It also facilitates the breakdown of biofilm — the protective mucus-like matrix that shields chronic infections from both the immune system and antimicrobial treatments. This is a critical mechanism for patients who have tried antibiotics or antivirals without lasting results.

Together, the two formulas:

• Open and clear the shaoyang layer — expelling pathogens that have become lodged in the lymphatic and immune system
• Break down biofilm — exposing hidden chronic infections to immune clearance
• Reduce pathological dampness — draining the fluid accumulation that feeds chronic pathogens
• Restore the immune system’s ability to distinguish self from pathogen — supporting autoimmune regulation
• Clear heat and toxin — reducing systemic inflammation without harming the microbiome

Quality You Can Trust

Wind Tea is made from sustainably sourced botanical material that has been extensively lab-tested for purity and potency. Only the highest grade of herbs available are used — a standard that matters enormously when treating complex chronic illness where therapeutic potency is non-negotiable.

How to Brew Wind Tea

Boil water and add 1–4 teabags. Steep covered for 10–20 minutes, strain and sip. Re-brew the same teabags several times until no flavor or aroma remains.

⚠️ Consult your licensed TCM practitioner or healthcare provider before use, especially if pregnant, nursing, or managing a complex chronic condition with existing medications.

Restore Your Microbiome

Heal Your Gut. Clear the Fog

Microgard Plus

For those living with chronic illness, the gut is often ground zero. Dysbiosis, biofilm, undigested food, and pathological dampness create a cascade of symptoms — bloating, brain fog, fatigue, food sensitivities — that are hard to trace and harder to treat. Microgard Plus by Botanical Biohacking is an Imperial grade herbal formula specifically designed to address these root patterns.

This formula promotes healthy digestion, dissolves phlegm and mucus, regulates fluid metabolism, breaks down biofilm, and inhibits adverse fungal overgrowth — all while supporting a healthy and diverse microbiome. Unlike harsh antimicrobials or enzyme supplements, Microgard Plus works gently and intelligently with the body’s own systems.

At Crawford Wellness, we recommend Microgard Plus as a foundational gut support tool for patients with fibromyalgia, chronic Lyme, autoimmune conditions, long COVID, and complex digestive dysfunction.

Who Microgard Plus Is For

Traditionally used for relief from:

• Bloating, cramping, or fatigue after eating — especially in those with chronic illness or dampness patterns
• Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) — reduces intestinal lesions and calms hypersensitive gut response
• Brain fog — clears the phlegm-dampness that clouds mental clarity in chronic illness
• Mucus or undigested food in stools — improves enzyme production and intestinal peristalsis
• Food sensitivities — including Non-Celiac Gluten Sensitivity (note: not suitable for Celiac disease)
• Nausea or poor appetite due to excess damp accumulation
• Biofilm and fungal overgrowth — breaks down protective biofilm that shields pathogens from treatment
• Chronic digestive overload — “For when you eat something you shouldn’t have, or if your GI system is overloaded with the effects of chronic digestive problems.”

How Microgard Plus Works

In TCM, many chronic illness symptoms — fatigue, brain fog, bloating, joint pain — are rooted in pathological dampness and phlegm accumulation. When the spleen and stomach are overwhelmed, they fail to transform and transport fluids properly, leading to a buildup that feeds pathogens, clogs channels, and clouds the mind.

Microgard Plus works by:

• Strengthening spleen and stomach qi — restoring the body’s ability to digest and assimilate nutrients
• Dissolving phlegm and dampness — clearing the accumulation that drives brain fog and fatigue
• Breaking down biofilm — exposing hidden pathogens to the immune system
• Inhibiting fungal overgrowth — restoring microbial balance without harming beneficial flora
• Stimulating natural enzyme production — improving breakdown of fats, proteins, and carbohydrates
• Gently supporting peristalsis — reducing post-meal bloating and cramping

Key Ingredients & Their Healing Actions

• Fu Ling / Poria — strengthens the spleen, resolves dampness, calms the mind
• Huo Xiang / Agastache — aromatically transforms dampness, relieves nausea, harmonizes the middle jiao
• Shan Zha / Crataegus — dissolves food stagnation, especially from fats and meats; supports cardiovascular health
• Yi Yi Ren / Coix Seed — drains dampness, strengthens the spleen, clears heat from the intestines
• Cang Zhu / Red Atractylodes — dries dampness, strengthens the spleen, expels wind-damp from the channels
• Ge Gen / Kudzu — raises clear yang, relieves muscle tension, supports intestinal health and reduces diarrhea
• Shen Qu / Massa Fermentata — fermented digestive aid; dissolves food stagnation and supports enzyme activity
• Bai Zhi / Angelica Dahuricae — expels wind-damp, reduces swelling, alleviates pain and discharge
• Mu Xiang / Auklandia — moves qi, relieves abdominal pain and bloating, regulates intestinal function
• Gu Ya / Rice Malt — gently tonifies the stomach, dissolves food stagnation, improves appetite
• Tian Hua Fen / Trichosanthes — clears heat, dissolves phlegm, reduces inflammation in the GI tract
• Hua Ju Hong / Citrus Peel — moves qi, dries dampness, dissolves phlegm, harmonizes digestion
• Bo He / Mint — disperses wind-heat, clears the head, relieves liver qi stagnation affecting digestion
• Gou Teng / Uncaria — calms the liver, extinguishes wind, reduces headache and nervous system irritability
• Shi Chang Pu / Acorus — opens the orifices, transforms dampness, sharpens mental clarity and reduces brain fog
• Bai Ji Li / Tribulus — calms the liver, disperses stagnation, supports smooth flow of qi and blood

Microgard Plus vs. Microgard — Which Is Right for You?

• Microgard Plus is the better starting point for most people, especially those who tend to feel cold easily or have significant dampness and phlegm accumulation.
• After 1–2 months on Plus, many patients transition to regular Microgard for ongoing maintenance.
  

How to Measure & Take Your Pellets

Microgard Plus comes in pellet form. Watch this short video to learn exactly how to measure your dose correctly:

⚠️ Consult your licensed TCM practitioner or healthcare provider before use, especially if pregnant, nursing, or managing a complex chronic condition. Not suitable for Celiac disease.

Two Herbs. For Chronic Inflammation

Miraculous Results.

Aquada is a super-premium version of the classical Chinese formula Er Miao Wan — aptly nicknamed “Double Awesome Pills.” Despite containing only two ingredients, this formula is one of TCM’s most powerful tools for addressing damp heat — the pattern underlying gout, joint inflammation, fungal overgrowth, metabolic dysregulation, and the heavy, swollen discomfort that plagues those with chronic illness.

At Crawford Wellness, Aquada is recommended for patients dealing with gout, inflammatory arthritis, chronic dampness patterns, and the metabolic burden of diet, stress, and chronic infection.

Aquada for Gout — A Clinical Overview

Watch this video for a deep dive into how Er Miao Wan addresses gout and damp heat conditions:

Who Aquada Is For

Traditionally used for relief from damp heat patterns, including:

• Gout — acute and chronic uric acid accumulation causing joint pain and swelling
• Inflammatory arthritis — hot, swollen, painful joints driven by damp heat
• Fungal overgrowth & microbial imbalance — especially in those with diets high in sugar, alcohol, or processed foods
• Metabolic syndrome & blood sugar dysregulation — Berberine’s well-documented effects on glucose metabolism
• Chronic dampness & heaviness — the heavy, foggy, swollen feeling common in chronic illness
• Post-indulgence recovery — got a sweet tooth but hate the bad feelings after? Try a dose of Aquada after that slice of pie.
• Urinary tract inflammation — clears damp heat from the lower jiao
• Skin conditions driven by damp heat — eczema, weeping sores, and inflammatory skin presentations

How Aquada Works

In TCM, damp heat is a pathological accumulation of excess fluid (dampness) combined with inflammatory heat. It settles in the joints, lower body, gut, and skin — producing the swelling, pain, heaviness, and microbial imbalance seen in gout, metabolic syndrome, and chronic inflammatory conditions.

Aquada’s two ingredients work in powerful synergy:

• Huang Bai / Phellodendron Bark (30-year-old trees) — clears heat and dries dampness, especially from the lower jiao. Contains exceptionally high Berberine content — one of the most researched natural compounds for antimicrobial activity, blood sugar regulation, uric acid reduction, and anti-inflammatory effects. Berberine has been shown in multiple studies to rival pharmaceutical interventions for metabolic and inflammatory conditions.
• Cang Zhu / Red Atractylodes — high in volatile compounds that restore healthy water metabolism and eliminate the damp-type heavy discomfort that weighs the body down. Dries dampness, strengthens the spleen, and expels wind-damp from the channels and joints.

Together, they are among the most powerful substances on the planet for regulating microbial balance and clearing the damp heat that drives chronic inflammation — in a formula so simple it has been used unchanged for over a thousand years.

Research

Aquada’s ingredients are among the most studied in TCM. Key research areas include Berberine’s effects on uric acid metabolism, antimicrobial activity, blood sugar regulation, and anti-inflammatory pathways. Read the full clinical deep-dive on Aquada at Botanical Biohacking’s blog:

Aquada: A Simple Botanical Combination with Miraculous Applications →

How to Measure & Take Your Pellets

Aquada comes in pellet form. Watch this short video to learn exactly how to measure your dose correctly:

⚠️ Consult your licensed TCM practitioner or healthcare provider before use, especially if pregnant, nursing, or managing a complex chronic condition with existing medications.

Calm the Nervous System.  Restore Balance.

Xiao Yao San (造遙散 — "Free and Easy Wanderer") is one of the most widely used and extensively researched formulas in Traditional Chinese Medicine. For those living with fibromyalgia, chronic stress, anxiety, and gut-brain dysregulation, this formula addresses the root pattern — liver qi stagnation invading the spleen — that drives electrical and burning pain, IBS flares, mood instability, and nervous system hyperreactivity.

At Crawford Wellness, Xiao Yao San Tea is a key component of Stage 3 of our Fibromyalgia Treatment Protocol, specifically targeting the stress-driven pain amplification and gut-brain axis dysfunction that characterizes this stage.

Fibromyalgia Stage 3: How Xiao Yao San Fits In

Watch our clinical explanation of how Xiao Yao San is used in Stage 3 fibromyalgia treatment:

Who Xiao Yao San Tea Is For

Traditionally used for relief from:

• Fibromyalgia — electrical and burning pain that worsens with stress, overwork, or emotional strain
• Stress, irritability, and overwork — calms liver qi stagnation and restores smooth flow
• Anxiety and depression — extensively studied for anti-depressant and anxiolytic mechanisms
• IBS and digestive dysfunction — especially effective in combination with Microgard or Microgard Plus
• Wood-Earth Dysharmony — the TCM pattern where liver overacts on spleen, causing pain, bloating, mood swings, and fatigue
• Stress-related weight gain — regulates cortisol and metabolic disruption driven by chronic stress
• Brain-body inflammation — protects the blood-brain barrier from cortisol-driven damage

The Science: How Xiao Yao San Works

Modern research has validated what TCM practitioners have known for centuries. Xiao Yao San works on multiple physiological pathways simultaneously:

• Nitric Oxide regulation — under chronic stress, nitric oxide becomes elevated and unevenly distributed, signaling pain, IBS attacks, and anxiety. Xiao Yao San reduces and redistributes nitric oxide to correct this pattern — directly addressing the burning and electrical pain of fibromyalgia.
• Gut-brain axis health — extensively studied for its effects on gasotransmitter signaling between the gut and brain
• Blood-brain barrier protection — research shows Xiao Yao San reduces injury to the blood-brain barrier caused by elevated cortisol levels
• Glucocorticoid regulation — modulates cortisol and stress hormone levels during chronic stress
• Anti-depressant / anti-anxiety mechanisms — multiple studies confirm its effects on mood regulation pathways

Key Ingredients & Their Healing Actions

• Chai Hu / Bupleurum Radix — the chief herb; opens the shaoyang, moves liver qi stagnation, clears heat, and lifts depression
• Dang Gui / Angelica Sinensis — nourishes and invigorates blood, supports liver function, relieves pain and menstrual irregularity
• Bai Shao / White Peony Root — softens the liver, relieves cramping and spasm, nourishes blood, calms pain
• Bai Zhu / Atractylodis Macrocephalae — strengthens the spleen, dries dampness, supports digestive function
• Fu Ling / Poria — calms the mind, strengthens the spleen, resolves dampness and anxiety
• Gan Cao / Licorice Root — harmonizes all herbs, tonifies spleen qi, reduces inflammation
• Bo He / Mint — disperses liver qi stagnation, clears the head, relieves emotional constraint
• Sheng Jiang / Fresh Ginger — warms the middle, supports digestion, harmonizes the formula

How to Brew Xiao Yao San Tea

Boil water and add 1–4 teabags. Steep covered for 10–20 minutes, strain and sip. Re-brew the same teabags several times until no flavor or aroma remains.

⚠️ Consult your licensed TCM practitioner or healthcare provider before use, especially if pregnant, nursing, or managing a complex chronic condition with existing medications.

Restore Your Gut. Rebuild Your Microbiome

Microgard by Botanical Biohacking is an Imperial-grade herbal formula designed to restore and maintain a healthy, diverse gastrointestinal microbiome. It promotes healthy digestion, dissolves phlegm and mucus, regulates fluid metabolism, breaks down biofilm, and inhibits adverse fungal overgrowth — all while gently stimulating the body’s own digestive enzyme production and intestinal motility.

For those living with chronic illness, fibromyalgia, autoimmune conditions, chronic Lyme, or long COVID, gut dysfunction is rarely just a digestive issue. Dysbiosis, biofilm, and pathological dampness create systemic effects — brain fog, fatigue, food sensitivities, and immune dysregulation — that Microgard addresses at the root.

Microgard is the maintenance formula — most patients begin with Microgard Plus for 1–2 months, then transition to Microgard for ongoing gut health support.

Who Microgard Is For

Traditionally used for relief from:

• Bloating, cramping, or fatigue after eating — especially in those with chronic illness or dampness patterns
• Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) — restores microbiome diversity and calms hypersensitive gut response
• Brain fog — clears the phlegm-dampness that clouds mental clarity in chronic illness
• Candida & fungal overgrowth — decreases candida yeast species and restores microbial balance
• Biofilm accumulation — breaks down the protective matrix that shields chronic pathogens from immune clearance
• Food sensitivities — including gluten sensitivity, greasy food intolerance, and alcohol sensitivity
• Poor nutrient absorption — stimulates amylase, lipase, and protease enzyme expression for better breakdown of fats, proteins, and carbohydrates
• Chronic digestive overload — “For when you eat something you shouldn’t have, or if your GI system is overloaded with the effects of chronic digestive problems.”
• Ongoing microbiome maintenance — ideal for long-term gut health support after completing a course of Microgard Plus

How Microgard Works

In TCM, chronic gut dysfunction is rooted in spleen qi deficiency with pathological dampness and phlegm accumulation. When the spleen and stomach are overwhelmed, they fail to transform and transport fluids and nutrients properly — feeding pathogens, clogging channels, and producing the systemic symptoms common in chronic illness.

Microgard works by:

• Strengthening spleen and stomach qi — restoring the body’s core digestive capacity
• Dissolving phlegm and dampness — clearing the accumulation that drives brain fog, fatigue, and bloating
• Breaking down biofilm — exposing hidden pathogens to immune clearance
• Inhibiting fungal overgrowth — restoring microbial balance without harming beneficial flora
• Stimulating natural enzyme production — amylase, lipase, and protease for complete nutrient breakdown
• Gently increasing gastric motility — supporting regular elimination and reducing post-meal discomfort

Key Ingredients & Their Healing Actions

• Guang Dong Shen Qu / Massa Fermentata — fermented digestive aid; dissolves food stagnation and supports enzyme activity
• Mu Xiang / Auklandia — moves qi, relieves abdominal pain and bloating, regulates intestinal function
• Hou Po / Magnolia Bark — moves qi, dries dampness, reduces abdominal distension and fullness
• Tian Hua Fen / Trichosanthes Root — clears heat, dissolves phlegm, reduces GI inflammation
• Bo He / Mint — disperses liver qi stagnation, clears the head, relieves digestive constraint
• Ji Li / Tribulus — calms the liver, disperses stagnation, supports smooth qi and blood flow
• Guang Huo Xiang / Pogostemon — aromatically transforms dampness, relieves nausea, harmonizes the middle jiao
• Ge Gen / Pueraria (Kudzu) — raises clear yang, relieves muscle tension, supports intestinal health
• Hua Ju Hong / Citrus Peel — moves qi, dries dampness, dissolves phlegm, harmonizes digestion
• Ju Hua / Chrysanthemum Flower — clears liver heat and wind, brightens the eyes, reduces inflammation
• Bai Zhi / Angelica — expels wind-damp, reduces swelling, alleviates pain and discharge
• Cang Zhu / Red Atractylodes — dries dampness, strengthens the spleen, expels wind-damp from the channels
• Yi Yi Ren / Coix Seed — drains dampness, strengthens the spleen, clears heat from the intestines
• Gou Teng / Uncaria — calms the liver, extinguishes wind, reduces nervous system irritability and headache
• Dao Ya / Sprouted Rice — gently tonifies the stomach, dissolves food stagnation, improves appetite
• Fu Ling / Poria — strengthens the spleen, resolves dampness, calms the mind

Microgard vs. Microgard Plus — Which Is Right for You?

• Microgard Plus is the better starting point for most people — especially those who feel cold easily or have significant dampness, phlegm, and biofilm accumulation. Start here.
• Microgard (Regular) is the maintenance formula — after 1–2 months on Plus, most patients transition to Regular for ongoing gut health support.
  

How to Measure & Take Your Pellets

Microgard comes in pellet form. Watch this short video to learn exactly how to measure your dose correctly:

⚠️ Consult your licensed TCM practitioner or healthcare provider before use, especially if pregnant, nursing, or managing a complex chronic condition with existing medications.

Build Energy Gently

Sol Tea is Botanical Biohacking’s Imperial Grade version of Ling Gui Zhu Gan Tang — a four-ingredient formula from the Shang Han Lun (Treatise on Cold Diseases), one of Chinese medicine’s most revered classical texts, written nearly 2,000 years ago. It is as notable for its power as its simplicity — using four of the safest herbs in the entire pharmacopoeia to address some of the most complicated and chronic illness presentations.

At Crawford Wellness, Sol Tea is recommended for patients who are too depleted for stronger tonics — those where Cordyceps, Ginseng, Astragalus, or Dang Gui make them feel worse rather than better. This is a specific and important clinical pattern, and Sol Tea is one of the few formulas that addresses it directly.

Who Sol Tea Is For

Sol Tea is appropriate for those experiencing:

• Chronic fatigue & exercise intolerance — especially where standard tonics worsen symptoms
• Dysautonomia — dizziness upon standing (orthostatic hypotension), heart palpitations, and autonomic nervous system dysregulation
• Post-illness recovery — after severe illness, long COVID, or prolonged antibiotic or anti-inflammatory use that has depleted the microbiome
• Edema & water retention — pathological dampness accumulation that standard qi tonics worsen
• Abdominal cramping or bloating that is worse after bowel movements
• Celiac disease — gluten free and gentle on a compromised intestinal lining
• Air hunger & breathing difficulties — including asthma patterns rooted in spleen qi deficiency and dampness
• Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) — supported by modern research
• Drug-induced metabolic syndrome — from long-term pharmaceutical use
• Cardiovascular vulnerability — supports heart qi and fluid metabolism
• Scalloped tongue with no coat or cracked surface — a TCM sign of spleen qi and yin deficiency with dampness

The Classical Context — Why This Formula Matters for Chronic Illness

The Shang Han Lun describes the patient who needs Ling Gui Zhu Gan Tang as someone who is no longer acutely ill, but still very weak and susceptible to relapse. They experience bloating, dizziness on standing, trembling after sweating, water retention, fatigue, and breathing difficulties. Crucially — the usual tonics make them worse, because their system is too damp and depleted to process them.

From a modern perspective, this describes patients who have been on long-term antibiotics, anti-inflammatory medications, or immunosuppressants — destroying their healthy microbiome and leading to asthma, fatty liver, edema, anemia, dysautonomia, and chronic fatigue. Sol Tea gently rebuilds the foundation without overwhelming a system that is already struggling.

It is safe for long-term use and has a genuinely delicious sweet flavor.

Key Ingredients & Their Healing Actions

• Fu Ling / Poria Cocos — the chief herb; strengthens the spleen, resolves pathological dampness, calms the heart and mind, supports healthy fluid metabolism
• Gui Zhi / Cinnamon Twig Tips — warms and unblocks the yang qi, supports heart function, improves circulation, and helps the body transform and move dampness
• Bai Zhu / White Atractylodes — strengthens the spleen and stomach, dries dampness, supports digestive function and intestinal motility
• Gan Cao / Honey-Baked Licorice — tonifies spleen qi, harmonizes all herbs, supports heart rhythm, and gently nourishes without creating excess dampness

Together these four herbs regulate intestinal motility, settle an upset stomach, improve aquaporin function (the body’s water channel proteins), and gently rebuild qi without overwhelming a depleted system.

Research

• Sol LGZG vs. Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease — clinical research supporting hepatoprotective effects
• Sol LGZG vs. Drug-Induced Metabolic Syndrome — supports recovery from pharmaceutical-induced metabolic disruption
• Sol LGZG + Intermittent Fasting vs. Diabetes — synergistic effects on blood sugar regulation

How to Brew Sol Tea

Place 1–5 teabags in a pot of water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer for 10–20 minutes. Strain and drink. Alternatively, steep as a normal herbal tea — multiple long infusions are recommended for maximum benefit. Sol Tea does not contain seeds but benefits from a short boil for full extraction of active ingredients.

Gluten Free — safe for those with Celiac disease and gluten sensitivity.

 Consult your licensed TCM practitioner or healthcare provider before use, especially if pregnant, nursing, or managing a complex chronic condition with existing medications.

A Tea For Chronic Lyme,

Fibromyalgia and Autoimmune Conditions

Clear Hidden Pathogens. Restore Your Microbiome. Breathe Freely.

Peak Tea is a precision-crafted herbal formula designed for those dealing with chronic illness, persistent inflammation, and hidden pathogenic load — the kind that conventional medicine often misses. Based on two of TCM’s most respected classical formulas, Xiao Chai Hu Tang and San Ren Tang, Peak Tea has been streamlined for maximum potency and clinical effectiveness.

By removing several herbs from the originals and concentrating on the most active ingredients — including wild-crafted Tibetan Chai Hu (Bupleurum) — this formula delivers a more targeted action: clearing pathological heat and inflammation, refreshing the respiratory and gastrointestinal microbiomes, and expelling hidden pathogens from the lymphatic system, liver, and the shaoyang layer of the body.

At Crawford Wellness, Peak Tea is part of our integrative protocols for patients with chronic Lyme disease, fibromyalgia, autoimmune conditions, long COVID, and complex chronic illness, where lingering pathogens and systemic inflammation are driving factors.

Also pairs powerfully with Wind Tea for broader respiratory and immune support.

Who Peak Tea Is For

This formula is especially beneficial for those experiencing:

• Chronic Lyme disease — clears pathogenic heat from the lymphatic system and shaoyang layer
• Long COVID & post-viral illness — restores descending lung function and clears residual heat
• Fibromyalgia & autoimmune conditions — reduces systemic inflammation without harming the microbiome
• Chronic respiratory issues — opens and restores the lungs’ descending and dispersing functions
• Gut dysbiosis & dampness accumulation — aromatically transforms and drains pathological dampness
• Liver congestion & lymphatic stagnation — clears heat and moves stagnation from the liver and shaoyang
• Persistent low-grade infections — targets hidden pathogens that evade standard treatment

How Peak Tea Works

In TCM, the shaoyang layer is a semi-interior zone where pathogens can become lodged — neither fully on the surface nor deep in the organs — producing symptoms like alternating fever and chills, fatigue, lymph node swelling, and digestive disruption. This is a pattern commonly seen in chronic Lyme, long COVID, and autoimmune flares.

Peak Tea works by:

• Restoring the descending function of the Lungs — supporting proper respiratory rhythm and clearing
• Aromatically transforming dampness — leaching pathological fluid accumulation from the body
• Opening, lifting, and clearing heat from the Shaoyang layer — expelling hidden pathogens from the lymphatic system and liver
• Protecting the microbiome — unlike antibiotics, this formula clears heat and pathogens without disrupting healthy gut flora

Key Ingredients & Their Healing Actions

• Chai Hu / Bupleurum Radix (wild-crafted, Tibet) — the chief herb; opens the shaoyang, clears heat, moves liver qi stagnation, and expels pathogens from the lymphatic layer. Wild-crafted Tibetan Chai Hu is significantly more potent than commercially grown varieties.
• Yin Chen Hao / Artemisiae Scopariae — clears pathological heat and dampness from the liver and gallbladder; reduces inflammation without harming the body’s innate microbiome. A key addition that distinguishes Peak Tea from the classical formulas.
• Ku Xing Ren / Armeniacae Amarum (Bitter Apricot Kernel) — restores the descending function of the lungs; relieves cough, wheezing, and respiratory congestion.
• Bai Dou Kou / Amomi Kravanh (White Cardamom) — aromatically transforms dampness, warms the middle jiao, moves qi, and supports digestive function and microbiome health.
• Yi Yi Ren / Coicis (Job’s Tears) — drains dampness, strengthens the spleen, clears heat, and expels pathogenic accumulation from the muscles and joints.

How to Brew Peak Tea

For maximum extraction of active ingredients, boil 1–2 teabags for 20–30 minutes rather than simply steeping. This is essential for drawing out the full potency of Chai Hu and the other roots in this formula.

Storage

• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
• Keep sealed after opening
• Keep out of reach of children

⚠️ Consult your licensed TCM practitioner or healthcare provider before use, especially if pregnant, nursing, or managing a complex chronic condition with existing medications.

A Formula for Chronic Fatigue,

Hormonal Imbalance & Pain

Copeia Tea nourishes blood, supports the liver & spleen, and promotes gentle healing.

Copeia Tea is the classical Traditional Chinese Medicine formula Dang Gui Shao Yao San — a time-honored blend used for centuries to nourish blood, support liver and spleen function, and ease the chronic patterns that leave the body depleted and out of balance.

For those living with chronic illness, hormonal imbalance, or persistent fatigue, this formula addresses root causes rather than masking symptoms — a cornerstone of TCM healing philosophy.

Who Copeia Tea Is For

This formula is especially supportive for those experiencing:

• Chronic fatigue and low energy rooted in blood deficiency
• Hormonal imbalance — irregular cycles, PMS, or menstrual discomfort
• Edema and fluid retention due to spleen qi deficiency
• Abdominal bloating or cramping with underlying liver-spleen disharmony
• Dizziness, palpitations, or poor concentration from blood and qi deficiency
• Chronic pain patterns associated with blood stagnation

How It Supports Healing

Dang Gui Shao Yao San works by simultaneously nourishing blood, moving stagnation, and resolving dampness — a combination that addresses the complex, overlapping deficiencies common in chronic illness. The addition of Sha Ren (Cardamom) gently warms the middle jiao, supporting digestion and nutrient absorption so the body can actually use what it receives.

Key Ingredients

• Dang Gui (Angelica Root) — nourishes and moves blood, relieves pain
• Bai Shao (White Peony Root) — softens the liver, relieves cramping and spasm
• Fu Ling (Poria) — calms the mind, strengthens the spleen, resolves dampness
• Bai Zhu (Atractylodes) — tonifies spleen qi, dries dampness
• Ze Xie (Alisma) — drains excess fluid and clears heat from the lower burner
• Chuan Xiong (Ligusticum) — invigorates blood, relieves pain; freshly harvested from Du Jiang Yan, Sichuan — the premier growing region
• Sha Ren (Cardamom) — warms digestion, moves qi, enhances absorption

Quality Standards

Crafted by Botanical Biohacking with uncompromising sourcing. Chuan Xiong is freshly harvested from Du Jiang Yan, Sichuan — recognized as the best growing region for this herb. Additive-free and preservative-free.

• Net weight: 150g
• 30 teabags per bag

How to Prepare

Place 1–2 teabags in a mug and add 1 cup of boiling water. Cover and steep 2 minutes for the first brew; allow 1 additional minute for each subsequent brew. Re-brew the same teabags throughout the day until the flavor fades.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place. Do not use if the vacuum seal is broken. Refrigerate after opening.

⚠️ Consult your healthcare provider or licensed TCM practitioner before use, especially if pregnant, postpartum, or managing a chronic condition with existing medications.

How to Prepare

Place 1–2 teabags in a mug and add 1 cup of boiling water. Cover and steep 2 minutes for the first brew; allow 1 additional minute for each subsequent brew. Re-brew the same teabags throughout the day until the flavor fades.