Tonic herbs are non-stimulant plants that with consistent use over time condition the the body, mind or subtle aspects to be healthier, stronger and more vital. Tonic herbs and agents, often called adaptogenic herbs have a tonifying effect on the body mind or emotions. They do this by challenging the bodies organs, or systems and with consistent use over time the body "adapts" to the challenge, or becomes immune. While antibiotics have the long term effect of creating stronger pathogen strains, and weakening our bodies own natural defense, tonic herbs work with the body, nourishing, balancing ad harmonizing body systems in a way that lessens our vulnerability to disease. Tonics have been used alongside self realization practices for thousands of years to potentiate body, mind and spirit on the path of of surrender.
Below are some of my favorite herbs which I use in my practice:
Reishi Mushroom (Ganoderma Lucidum)
Lingzhi, or Reishi literally means super natural mushroom. Ganoderma Lucidum, has been used in China for over 4000 years, with apparently no side effects.Known as the Mushroom of immortality, Reishi was at one time reserved under penalty of death for the Emperor of China and his Court.
Reishi is famed for its immune system enhancing effects, and shown in studies to lower blood pressure, cholesterol and blood sugar. Reishi has been used to treat several types of cancer.
Taoist practitioners and Yogis alike use Reishi for its concentration enhancing effects, which develope with consistant use.
Studies have shown Reishi to be effective in protecting the liver from damage by viruses and toxins. Reishi has been shown to have anti viral and anti bacterial effects.
We have Whole Reishi Musrooms, or the powerful Concentrated Reishi Extract.
Chaga (Inonotus Obliquus)
Chaga is a supreme immune enhancing mushroom and protective tonic.
It has been shown to have anti-mutagenic effects on the cellular level level, inhibit free radical oxidation and aid in DNA repair.
Chaga has a long history of use among Native American groups and in Eastern European. It has been used to cure cancer, gastritis, ulcers and tuberculosis.
Modern studies have shown it to be effective against breast cancer, liver cancer, uterine cancer and gastric cancer. Herbalist David Winston calls it the strongest anti-cancer mushroom.
Chaga has been effective in treating diabetes and hypertension.
Chaga was used by the Russians after Chernobyl for its Anti Mutagenic DNA protective effects.
Chaga is made as tea, 8 grams to 4 cups water. It can be beneficially used repeatedly as long as it releases color into the water.
We have N. American Wild Crafted Chaga.
He Shou Wu (Polygonum Multiflorum) aka Foti
He Shou Wu means Mr. Ho's Black Hair. The story goes that old Mr. Ho, a hopeless and wasted Drunk began to drink this Root after having a dream. His Grey hair was restored to black and he fathered many children.
Fact of illustration this story speaks of HE Shou Wu's powerful Nutritive elements. He Shou Wu has long been renowned in China as a longevity herb. It is considered a yin jing tonic nourishing to the kidneys and liver.
He Shou Wu is used to maintain healthy muscles, tendons, bones, and a youthful condition. It is of coarse reputed to reverse premature greying of hair.
He Shou Wu is used in China as a fertility enhancing herb. It increases sperm production in men, and maintains more vital ova in women.
He Shou Wu is associated with low back, knees and tendons. Even though it contains no steroid compounds it is said to strengthen the muscles and create resiliance and stamina. It is known as an athlete's tonic.
He shou Wu increases the bodies ability to build healthy red blood cells.
We have He Shou Wu Extract.
Fact of illustration this story speaks of HE Shou Wu's powerful Nutritive elements. He Shou Wu has long been renowned in China as a longevity herb. It is considered a yin jing tonic nourishing to the kidneys and liver.
He Shou Wu is used to maintain healthy muscles, tendons, bones, and a youthful condition. It is of coarse reputed to reverse premature greying of hair.
He Shou Wu is used in China as a fertility enhancing herb. It increases sperm production in men, and maintains more vital ova in women.
He Shou Wu is associated with low back, knees and tendons. Even though it contains no steroid compounds it is said to strengthen the muscles and create resiliance and stamina. It is known as an athlete's tonic.
He shou Wu increases the bodies ability to build healthy red blood cells.
We have He Shou Wu Extract.
