Fibromyalgia Stage 1

 Clear Wind, Dampness & Chronic Infections

Stage 1 of the Crawford Wellness Fibromyalgia Protocol targets the foundational pathogenic layer that drives fibromyalgia in the first place: Wind and Dampness — usually in the form of chronic reactivating viruses such as Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV), chronic Lyme, or other persistent infections that have lodged in the shaoyang layer and lymphatic system.

The hallmark of Stage 1 fibromyalgia is wandering pain — pain that moves around the body and doesn’t stay fixed in one place. This is the TCM signature of Wind. We recommend continuing Stage 1 until wandering pains have been eliminated. Once your fibromyalgia pains become fixed in location, you are ready to progress to Stage 2.

Read the full clinical explanation of Stage 1: Fibromyalgia Protocol Stage 1 – Wind, Dampness & Chronic Infections →

Stage 1 Clinical Overview

What’s Included — Choose Your Package

• Wind Tea – Xiao Chai Hu Jia San Ren Tang (30 teabags) by Botanical Biohacking — the cornerstone of Stage 1. Clears the shaoyang layer, inhibits viral replication, dissolves biofilm, reduces post-viral inflammation, and eliminates wandering pain. Learn more
• Chorus Capsules (highly recommended) — begins dissolving lesions in the digestive tract and reducing food sensitivities — a critical preparatory step before Stage 2. Restores gut integrity and reduces the systemic inflammation that feeds fibromyalgia pain.
• Tibetan Foot Soaks (20 sachets) by Botanical Biohacking — dissolves biofilm and reduces inflammation in the lower extremities. Especially helpful for pain in the hips, knees, ankles, feet, and low back. Also induces a therapeutic sweat — a critical mechanism for expelling Wind and Dampness in Stage 1 treatment. Learn more

Package Options

• Wind Tea + Chorus + Tibetan Foot Soaks (full Stage 1 kit — recommended) — $235
• Wind Tea + Chorus (no foot soaks) — $155
• Wind Tea + Tibetan Foot Soaks (no Chorus) — $185

Purchased individually, these three products retail for nearly $500. Bundled together, you save significantly at every tier.

How Stage 1 Works

In TCM, fibromyalgia’s wandering pain is caused by Wind and Dampness penetrating the shaoyang layer — a semi-interior zone where chronic pathogens become lodged, producing alternating symptoms, lymph node swelling, fatigue, and immune dysregulation. This is the same pattern seen in chronic Lyme, EBV reactivation, and post-viral syndromes.

The three products work synergistically:

• Wind Tea opens the shaoyang, clears pathogenic Wind and Dampness, inhibits viral replication, and breaks down the biofilm that allows chronic infections to persist
• Chorus Capsules restores the gut — the immune system’s foundation — reducing food sensitivities and preparing the body for the deeper work of Stage 2
• Tibetan Foot Soaks open the exterior through therapeutic sweating, drawing pathogens outward and relieving lower body pain and inflammation

 This package is part of the Crawford Wellness structured fibromyalgia treatment protocol. For best results, use under the guidance of a licensed TCM practitioner. Schedule an appointment

Fibromyalgia Stage 3

 Addressing Trauma, Cortisol & the Nervous System

Stage 3 of the Crawford Wellness Fibromyalgia Protocol targets one of the most critical — and most overlooked — drivers of fibromyalgia: the stress-cortisol-nervous system cycle. Chronic stress, unresolved trauma, and dysregulated cortisol keep the nervous system in a state of hyperreactivity, amplifying pain signals, disrupting sleep, and preventing the body from healing even when other treatments are in place.

This package brings together three clinically selected products that work synergistically to calm the nervous system, regulate stress hormones, relieve burning and electrical pain, and drain the damp-heavy pain patterns that characterize Stage 3 fibromyalgia.

Read the full clinical explanation of Stage 3: Fibromyalgia Protocol Stage 3 – Trauma, Cortisol & the Nervous System →

What’s Included

• Xiao Yao San Tea (30 teabags) by Botanical Biohacking — regulates nitric oxide, calms liver qi stagnation, relieves stress-driven burning and electrical pain, and supports the gut-brain axis. The cornerstone of Stage 3 treatment. Learn more →
• Tibetan Foot Soaks (20 sachets) by Botanical Biohacking — draws circulation downward, relieves whole-body damp-heavy pain, calms the nervous system, and supports deep regenerative healing. Especially effective for fibromyalgia patients with lower body pain, neuropathy, and stress-triggered flares. Learn more →
• Corydalis Relief Salve (jar) by Botanical EZ — non-addictive topical pain relief that interacts with the same receptor sites as opiates. Targets localized burning, nerve pain, and tender points directly. Learn more →

Why This Combination Works

Each product in this package addresses a different dimension of Stage 3 fibromyalgia:

• Xiao Yao San Tea works internally — regulating the stress hormones, nitric oxide signaling, and liver-spleen disharmony that drive pain amplification and mood dysregulation
• Tibetan Foot Soaks work systemically through the feet — drawing excess qi and heat downward, calming the nervous system, and clearing the damp-heavy pain that weighs the body down
• Corydalis Salve works locally — providing immediate, targeted relief to the most painful areas while the internal formulas address root causes

Together they address fibromyalgia pain from the inside out, top to bottom, and root to branch — the hallmark of a well-designed TCM protocol.

Exceptional Value

Purchased individually, these three products total over $450. As a Stage 3 Protocol Package, we offer them together for just $229 — a saving of over 50%.

Stage 3 Clinical Videos

 This package is part of the Crawford Wellness structured fibromyalgia treatment protocol. For best results, use under the guidance of a licensed TCM practitioner. Schedule an appointment →

Fibromyalgia Stage 4

 Circulation, Prostaglandins & Deep Tissue Repair

Stage 4 of the Crawford Wellness Fibromyalgia Protocol addresses the deeper structural and vascular patterns that persist even after earlier stages have reduced pain and calmed the nervous system. At this stage, the focus shifts to restoring blood circulation, regulating prostaglandin pathways, and repairing damaged nerves, vessels, and connective tissue — the foundation for lasting recovery rather than symptom management.

This package brings together three clinically selected products that work synergistically to reduce blood stasis, clear neurocardiac inflammation, support vascular repair, and relieve deep, chronic pain at the tissue level.

Read the full clinical explanation of Stage 4: Fibromyalgia Protocol Stage 4 – Circulation, Prostaglandins & Repair

What’s Included

• Neurogene Tea (30 teabags) by Botanical Biohacking — a modified Bu Yang Huan Wu Tang, the #1 formula in China for blood stasis with qi deficiency. Powerfully invigorates blood, clears neurocardial inflammation, eliminates wind and tremor, and supports vascular and neurological repair. The cornerstone of Stage 4 treatment. Learn more
• Tibetan Foot Soaks (20 sachets) by Botanical Biohacking — draws circulation downward through the body, relieves peripheral neuropathy and lower body pain, and supports the deep regenerative processes critical for Stage 4 tissue repair. Learn more
• Your choice of topical pain relief:
  • Corydalis Relief Salve (jar) by Botanical EZ — non-addictive topical pain relief targeting the same receptor sites as opiates. Ideal for localized tender points, nerve pain, and burning. Learn more
  • Evil Bone Water (with spray top) by Saint Apothecary — deep-penetrating TCM liniment for fibromyalgia, arthritis, neuropathy, and chronic musculoskeletal pain. Excellent added to Tibetan Foot Soaks. Learn more
• Bonus: High-Flavonol Mushroom Hot Chocolate — a very high quality hot chocolate blend enriched with a curated mushroom blend to protect against excess dampness and support healthy digestive and immune function. A delicious addition to your daily Stage 4 protocol. Shop Real Mushrooms

Why This Combination Works

Each product in this package addresses a different dimension of Stage 4 fibromyalgia:

• Neurogene Tea works internally — tonifying qi to move blood, breaking vascular stasis, clearing hidden neuroinflammation, and supporting the repair of small vessel damage and nerve tissue
• Tibetan Foot Soaks work systemically — improving peripheral circulation, relieving neuropathy, and stimulating the deep regenerative processes that Stage 4 repair requires
• Corydalis Salve or Evil Bone Water works locally — providing targeted topical relief to the most painful areas while the internal formula addresses root vascular and neurological causes
• Mushroom Hot Chocolate supports the microbiome and immune system — protecting the gains made in earlier stages and preventing dampness from undermining Stage 4 repair

Together they address fibromyalgia at the vascular, neurological, and tissue level — the deepest layer of the Crawford Wellness fibromyalgia protocol.

Exceptional Value

Purchased individually, these products total over $470. As a Stage 4 Protocol Package, we offer them together for just $249 — a saving of nearly 50%.

Stage 4 Clinical Videos

 This package is part of the Crawford Wellness structured fibromyalgia treatment protocol. For best results, use under the guidance of a licensed TCM practitioner. Schedule an appointment →

Non-Addictive Pain Relief 

Corydalis Relief Salve is built around Yan Hu Suo (Corydalis) — a member of the Papaveraceae (poppy) family that interacts with the same pain receptor sites as opiate medication to reduce pain, without the addiction, side effects, or positive drug test. For those living with chronic pain, fibromyalgia, arthritis, neuropathy, and inflammatory conditions, this is a powerful, safe, and clinically respected alternative to conventional pain management.

Our standard formula has been powered up with the addition of Copaiba — a potent natural oil that amplifies the pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory benefits of the salve. Available in jar, stick, and travel size so you can have relief wherever you need it.

Who Corydalis Relief Salve Is For

This salve is especially effective for those living with:

• Fibromyalgia — widespread musculoskeletal pain and tender points
• Chronic arthritis & joint pain — osteoarthritis and inflammatory joint conditions
• Neuropathy — nerve pain, burning, and tingling
• Chronic back, neck & shoulder pain
• Post-injury & post-surgical pain — supports tissue healing and pain reduction
• Headaches & migraines — applied to temples, neck, and shoulders
• Inflammatory pain — supports a healthy inflammatory response without systemic side effects
• Those seeking non-addictive alternatives to opiates or NSAIDs for long-term pain management

How It Works

Yan Hu Suo (Corydalis) contains alkaloids — particularly dehydrocorybulbine (DHCB) — that bind to dopamine and opioid receptors in the brain and nervous system, producing significant pain relief through the same pathways as opiate medications. Unlike opiates, Corydalis is:

• Non-addictive — confirmed by peer-reviewed research (NIH/PMC5021270)
• Non-habit-forming — no tolerance buildup with regular use
• Will not cause a positive opiate drug test
• Contains no controlled substances

Applied topically, the risk of side effects is reduced to near zero while still delivering profound localized pain reduction. The addition of Copaiba oil — rich in beta-caryophyllene, a potent CB2 receptor agonist — further amplifies the anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects.

See It in Action

Hear the Full Story — Podcast Deep Dive

Ingredients & Their Healing Actions

• Yan Hu Suo / Corydalis — chief herb; interacts with opioid and dopamine receptors to relieve pain. Non-addictive, non-habit-forming, extensively researched.
• Copaiba — rich in beta-caryophyllene; activates CB2 receptors to reduce inflammation and amplify pain relief
• Ru Xiang / Frankincense — moves blood and qi, reduces swelling and pain, supports tissue regeneration
• Mo Yao / Myrrh — breaks blood stasis, reduces pain and inflammation, promotes healing
• Xun Yi Cao / Lavender — calms the nervous system, reduces inflammation, soothes skin
• Shan Jin Che / Arnica — reduces bruising, swelling, and muscle soreness; classic topical pain herb
• Palmarosa — anti-inflammatory, skin-healing, and antimicrobial essential oil
• Shea Butter — deeply moisturizing base; supports skin barrier and absorption
• Vitamin E Oil — antioxidant; supports skin healing and reduces scarring
• Beeswax — natural emulsifier; creates the salve texture and supports skin protection
• Coconut Oil — carrier oil; enhances absorption of herbal actives into the skin

Research

• Antinociceptive Properties of Corydalis Yanhusuo Extract — PLOS ONE
• Anti-Inflammatory Activities of Alkaloids of Corydalis Tuber — Biological & Pharmaceutical Bulletin
• Non-Addictive Properties of Corydalis Yan Hu Suo — NIH/PubMed Central

Additional Clinical Overview

⚠️ For external use only. Consult your licensed TCM practitioner or healthcare provider before use if you are pregnant, have sensitive skin, open wounds, or are managing a complex chronic condition.

Real Relief for Chronic Pain 

Evil Bone Water (跌打酒 diédǎiǔ / dit da jow — literally “Hit Wine”) is one of Traditional Chinese Medicine’s most powerful topical liniments for pain. Originally developed in martial arts practice to speed recovery from bruises, strains, and injuries, this formula has been refined over centuries into a clinical-grade tool for managing chronic pain and inflammatory conditions.

At Crawford Wellness, we recommend it regularly for patients navigating long-term pain patterns where conventional options have fallen short.

Ordering multiple bottles? Use code EBWCW at checkout and save!

Who Evil Bone Water Is For

This formula is especially effective for those living with:

• Fibromyalgia — widespread musculoskeletal pain and tender points
• Arthritis — osteoarthritis and rheumatoid joint inflammation
• Neuropathy — nerve pain, burning, and tingling (excellent added to a Tibetan Foot Soak)
• Tendinopathy & repetitive strain — tendon inflammation and overuse injuries
• Chronic low back and neck pain
• Post-injury recovery — sprains, bruising, and soft tissue trauma
• Pre-exercise warm-up — applied before activity to improve circulation in stiff or vulnerable areas
• Insect bites — a spritz quickly relieves itch and inflammation

How It Works

Evil Bone Water works through deep topical penetration — the high-proof grain alcohol base carries the herbal actives through the skin and into the tissue almost immediately. You’ll feel warmth and increased circulation within minutes. In TCM terms, it moves blood, dispels wind-damp, breaks stagnation, and alleviates pain — addressing the root patterns behind chronic pain rather than simply numbing the surface.

Kung Fu schools once guarded formulas like this as closely held secrets. When mass production arrived in the 20th century, quality dropped and the most potent herbs were quietly removed. Saint Apothecary restored the original standards — sourcing the highest-grade empirical herbs and bringing this formula back to its full clinical strength.

Topical Pain Relief Products Review

See how Evil Bone Water compares to other topical pain relief products in this independent review:

Ingredients & Their Healing Actions

• Tian-Qi / San-Qi Ginseng (Yunnan province) — stops bleeding, reduces swelling, dissolves clots, alleviates pain. One of TCM’s premier herbs for trauma and chronic inflammation.
• Gui-Pi / Cinnamon Bark (30-year-old trees, Guanzhong mountains) — warms the channels, improves circulation, dispels cold-damp pain patterns.
• Zhang Nao / Camphor (wild-sourced, Southeast Asia) — FDA-approved for topical pain relief. Heating or cooling depending on friction. Expels wind-damp, moves blood, reduces swelling.
• Bo He Nao / Menthol (natural crystal form) — cools and vents, clears the head, relieves stagnation and surface tension.
• Hu Zhang / Japanese Knotweed (turmeric family) — moves blood, dispels dampness, clears heat, removes toxins. Potent anti-inflammatory.
• E Zhu / Zedoaria (ginger-turmeric family) — breaks blood stasis, dissolves accumulations, promotes movement to relieve pain.
• Bai Zhi / Angelica Dahuricae — one of TCM’s top herbs for pain. Expels wind, reduces swelling, alleviates discharge and dampness.
• Ji Gu Xiang / Croton — rare herb; supports circulation and tissue healing.
• Qian Jin Ba / Flemingia Root — dispels damp, warms the channels, removes obstruction to relieve pain.
• Bai Nui Dan / Elecampane (wild-crafted, Tibetan mountains — sustainably sourced) — extremely rare; provides antihistamine, anti-inflammatory, and skin-healing properties. Nearly impossible to source in the U.S.
• High-quality grain alcohol (190 proof) — the carrier that drives herbal actives deep into tissue.
• Water (UV sterilized, carbon filtered, ionized to negative charge)

See Evil Bone Water in Action

⚠️ For external use only. Consult your licensed TCM practitioner or healthcare provider before use if you are pregnant, have open wounds, or are managing a complex chronic condition.

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.

Warm Hearth Tea is the formula Er Chen Er Zhu tang, a classical modification of Er Chen tang with two kinds of atractylodes: Bai Zhu (white) and Cang Zhu (red).

Bai zhu is exemplary for warming and drying the Spleen and Lungs and lifting Qi from the digestive to respiratory systems.

Cang Zhu is notable for its drying capacity and the Imperial grade used in this tea is incredibly high in antifungal volatile terpenes. The addition of Guang Huo Xiang / Agastache brings an enhanced lifting and warming effect to the formula.

When the digestive system is full of cold, damp phlegm which is occluding the brain and sinuses, Warm Hearth is the formula of choice. This can manifest as Sleep Apnea, Brain Fog, chronic Sinusitis, Headaches (with a heavy feeling and fatigue) and even neck or shoulder pain. Often these syndromes will be accompanied by low morning appetite or mild nausea and aversion to food. If you have trouble motivating yourself to eat breakfast, try a strong cup of Warm Hearth and a drizzle of Sichuan Chili Oil on your breakfast.

Traditionally used for relief from:

Sleep Apnea

Headaches or Migraines with a heavy feeling and fatigue

Brain Fog

Sinusitis (Upgrade the effect with a Sinus Steam after your cup of tea)

Low Morning Appetite

Brewing instructions:

Boil water and add 1-4 teabags. Steep covered for 10-20 minutes, strain and sip. OK to re-brew the teabags several times until no flavor or aroma remains. (See our video on brewing tea here):

How to brew Warm Hearth tea:

Herb Nerd Highlights

Unlike most of the Er Chen on the market using inferior Fa Ban Xia, Botanical Biohacking uses the original Ban Xia Qu, the fermented mix of Ban Xia (Pinellia), ginger juice, and shen qu. This is the true traditional preparation. It’s more difficult to make but for potentially life saving application, they take every effort for additional quality.

In the pharmacopeia, it’s required that Huo Xiang’s leaf : stem ratio be no less than 1:4. That's what is normally available on the market. Our leaf : stem ratio is ≥1:2. Making it more leaf and more of the treasured volatile oils which cause it to aromatically transform dampness and make the therapeutic effect stronger!

Ingredients:

Ban Xia - Pinellia

Chen Pi - Citrus peel

Fu Ling - Poria

Gan Cao - Licorice

Bai Zhu - White Atractylodes

Cang Zhu - Red Atractylodes

Huo Xiang - Agastache