Description:

Xiao Yao San is one of the most commonly used formulas in Traditional Chinese Medicine. It has been extensively studied by modern researchers for its effects on gasotransmitter pain signaling and anxiety/depression. It is often used to aid in reducing stressors associated with weight gain, and electrical or burning pain from Fibromyalgia.

Nitric Oxide commonly becomes elevated and unevenly distributed throughout the body when we are under intense stress, and can signal pain, IBS attacks, and anxiety. Xiao Yao San reduces and distributes Nitric Oxide to correct this.

Traditionally used for relief from:

-Stress, irritability, and overwork

-Anxiety and depression

-IBS, especially in combination with Microgard or Microgard Plus

-Fibromyalgia: Electrical and Burning Pain that is worse with stress

Ingredients:

Chai hu – Bupleurum Radix

Dang Gui – Angelica Sinensis

Bai Shao – Paeoniae Lactiflora Radix

Bai Zhu – Atractylodis Macrocephalae

Fu Ling – Poriae Cocos

Gan Cao – Glycyrrhizae Uralensis

Bo He – Menthae Haplocalycis

Sheng Jiang – Zingiberis Officinalis Rhizome

Research:

Xiao Yao San reduced injury to the blood-brain-barrier caused by elevated cortisol levels

The regulatory effect of Xiao Yao San on glucocorticoid levels during chronic stress

The Anti-depressant/Anti-anxiety mechanism of Xiao Yao San

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):