Chinese Herbs
Chinese Herbs
Fusion Womens Balance 60T
WOMEN’S BALANCE WITH DONG QUAI AND CYPERUS,
TRADITIONALLY USED TO BALANCE THE MENSTRUAL CYCLE IN TCM
White peony input has been increased to 1g dried root equivalent per tablet (was previously 750mg)
Cyperus input has been increased to 1g dried root equivalent (was previously 400mg)
Dong quai input has increased to 500mg dried root equivalent (was previously 425mg)
Inputs of the following herbs have been reduced slightly to make space for the above changes:
Chinese licorice (now 250mg dried root equivalent)
Bupleurum (now 325mg dried root equivalent)
Szechuan lovage (now 325mg dried rhizome equivalent)
Rehmannia is present in the formula as two separate extracts, with a combined total of 500mg dried herb equivalent. (The percentages listed on the label represent the concentrations of the extracts) ü Dosage: Recommended dose has been increased for optimal efficacy to 2 tablets, three times a day, or as professionally prescribed ü Warnings: Updated as per guidelines. Pregnancy and breastfeeding advisory statement added
Fusion Womens Balance 30T
Fusion Health Women’s Balance features dong quai and cyperus, which are traditionally used to balance a healthy menstrual cycle and relieve menstrual pain in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). Dong quai is also traditionally used to relieve symptoms of premenstrual tension (PMT) in TCM, as is bupleurum.
Traditional Chinese medicine and balance for women
Traditional Chinese herbalists regard the physiological changes that occur in a woman’s body each month as being governed by the healthy circulation of blood and Qi(life force) throughout the body.
According to this philosophy, women become predisposed to menstrual irregularities, PMT symptoms and/or period pain when the flow of blood or Qi is disrupted.
In TCM, menstrual cycle regularity can be supported by replenishing the blood in the first half of the menstrual cycle. In the second half of the cycle, moving liver blood and Qi can help relieve PMT symptoms.
Dong quai and cyperus: traditionally used to regulate a healthy menstrual cycle in Chinese medicine
Fusion Women’s Balance contains dong quai, which is traditionally used to nourish the blood, and restore balance to the menstrual cycle. It also contains peony, which is traditionally used to strengthen liver blood in TCM.
This formula also combines the Chinese herbs bupleurum, cyperus and peony, which are all traditionally used in TCM to relieve irregular periods.
Cyperus and dong quai: traditionally taken to ease period pain in TCM
Dong quai is also traditionally taken in TCM to relieve period pain and replenish the blood.
In Chinese medicine, both cyperus and peony are also traditionally used to reduce menstrual pain, while Chinese licorice is traditionally taken to relieve pain and spasms.
Cyperus: traditional Chinese medicine relief for PMT symptoms
In TCM, the liver meridian regulates the flow of Qi. PMT symptoms can occur if the flow of liver Qi is disrupted.
Cyperus is traditionally used in TCM to regulate the flow of liver Qi, relieving symptoms of PMT including breast tenderness associated with liver Qi stagnation. In Chinese medicine, dong quai and bupleurum are also traditionally taken to relieve PMT symptoms.
Cyperus is also considered to be a helpful herb for PMT symptoms in Indian (Ayurvedic medicine), where it’s traditionally taken to relieve irritability associated with PMT.
Always read the label. Follow the directions for use. If symptoms persist, or you are unsure if this medicine is right for you, talk to your health professional.
Fusion Skin Tonic 60VC
Fusion Skin Tonic includes Japanese catnip, traditionally used in Chinese medicine to calm itchy skin and relieve symptoms of mild eczema, plus burdock, traditionally used to relieve mild psoriasis symptoms in Western herbal medicine.
Traditional Chinese medicine and the skin
In TCM, the skin is traditionally believed to be nourished by the blood. Herbs that are traditionally taken to enhance blood health have also been traditionally used to relieve skin dryness.
Dry, itchy skin
One of the most common symptoms of mild eczema is dry skin, which occurs because the affected skin has a reduced ability to retain moisture.
Itching is another characteristic symptom of mild eczema, and factors that limit itching can promote healing.1
Japanese catnip
Fusion Skin Tonic contains Japanese catnip, which is traditionally used to calm itchy skin in TCM – for example, it’s traditionally taken to relieve symptoms of hives and mild eczema.
Burdock
Burdock is traditionally used in Western herbal medicine to relieve mild psoriasis symptoms, including dry and scaly skin. Burdock is also traditionally used to support the skin’s natural elimination of wastes in Western herbal medicine.
Dong quai
In TCM, dong quai is traditionally regarded as a blood tonic that nourishes the blood and reduces skin dryness to improve skin health. Dong quai is also traditionally used in TCM to help promote skin regeneration, and to relieve mild allergy symptoms affecting the skin, such as hives.
Reference:
1. Pizzorno JE, Murray MT, Joiner-Bey H. The clinician’s handbook of natural medicine, 3rd edition. 2016: Elsevier, Missouri
Always read the label. Follow the directions for use. If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
Fusion Allergy 30VC
Itchy eyes and a runny, itchy nose? Fusion Allergy contains baical skullcap, which is traditionally used to relieve mild allergy symptoms including symptoms of hayfever and mild eczema in Chinese medicine.
Allergies happen when the body reacts to a trigger, called an allergen, resulting in inflammation.
There are many types of allergies, including hayfever, which is characterised by symptoms like a runny nose and red, watery and itchy eyes, and eczema, which is characterised by inflamed skin.1
It’s estimated that one in four people in Australia are allergic to some sort of trigger or allergen.1
Baical skullcap: traditionally used for relief of mild allergies in Chinese medicine
Baical skullcap is renowned in Chinese medicine for its traditional uses for the relief of mild allergy symptoms in healthy adults and for easing hayfever symptoms such as red and itchy eyes, runny and itchy nose and blocked nose.
Inflammation
Baical skullcap is traditionally regarded as having anti-inflammatory properties in Chinese medicine, where it’s often used alongside bupleurum to relieve inflammation.
Mild eczema symptoms
Baical skullcap is traditionally used in Chinese medicine to soothe inflamed skin and symptoms of mild eczema. Other herbs in Fusion Allergy include pinellia, Korean ginseng, ginger, Chinese licorice and ziziphus.
Fusion Allergy 60VC
Itchy eyes and a runny, itchy nose? Fusion Allergy contains baical skullcap, which is traditionally used to relieve mild allergy symptoms including symptoms of hayfever and mild eczema in Chinese medicine.
Allergies happen when the body reacts to a trigger, called an allergen, resulting in inflammation.
There are many types of allergies, including hayfever, which is characterised by symptoms like a runny nose and red, watery and itchy eyes, and eczema, which is characterised by inflamed skin.1
It’s estimated that one in four people in Australia are allergic to some sort of trigger or allergen.1
Baical skullcap: traditionally used for relief of mild allergies in Chinese medicine
Baical skullcap is renowned in Chinese medicine for its traditional uses for the relief of mild allergy symptoms in healthy adults and for easing hayfever symptoms such as red and itchy eyes, runny and itchy nose and blocked nose.
Inflammation
Baical skullcap is traditionally regarded as having anti-inflammatory properties in Chinese medicine, where it’s often used alongside bupleurum to relieve inflammation.
Mild eczema symptoms
Baical skullcap is traditionally used in Chinese medicine to soothe inflamed skin and symptoms of mild eczema. Other herbs in Fusion Allergy include pinellia, Korean ginseng, ginger, Chinese licorice and ziziphus.
Fusion Menopause Heat Relief 120VC
Fusion Menopause Heat Relief contains dong quai, which is traditionally used to relieve menopause symptoms like hot flushes in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), and anemarrhena, which is traditionally used to relieve menopausal hot flushes, night sweats and vaginal dryness associated with a symptom pattern called kidney Yin deficiency in TCM.
Women usually experience menopause between the ages of 45-55.
As the ovaries age, they produce fewer hormones related to menstruation and eggs are released less frequently, eventually resulting in the end of periods and a woman’s reproductive years.1
Although menopause can cause a vast number of different symptoms, some of the more common are hot flushes, night sweats and vaginal dryness.
Traditional Chinese medicine and menopause
From the perspective of TCM, menopausal symptoms are often characterised by an excess of heat (as occurs in hot flushes and night sweats) and/or dryness (for example as it affects the vaginal tissue), suggesting an underlying deficiency of kidney Yin (female energy) all of which can be relieved with herbs such as anemarrhena and dong quai according to traditional use in TCM.2
According to TCM, the kidney is responsible for reproduction and menstruation, as well as the transition between life stages including into menopause. By supporting healthy kidney Yin, with a herb like anemarrhena, hot flushes, night sweats and vaginal dryness can be reduced.3
Relief for hot flushes
Dong quai is one of the primary herbs in Menopause Heat Relief and is traditionally used in TCM to reduce menopausal symptoms such as hot flushes.
In TCM, anemarrhena is regarded as have cooling properties with the ability to clear heat, while at the same time moistening the body’s tissues. This reflects its traditional use for the relief of menopausal hot flushes, night sweats and vaginal dryness in TCM.
Relieve menopausal symptoms
Menopause Heat Relief also contains vitex for its traditional use in Western herbal medicine to decrease menopausal symptoms and maintain healthy reproductive hormones.
Plus, more traditional Chinese herbs
Menopause Heat Relief also contains pueraria (kudzu), standardised to include 35mg of isoflavones (phytoestrogens) per vegetable capsule - plus horny goat weed, phellodendron and morinda.
Also consider Fusion Menopause
Fusion Menopause Heat Relief is most suitable for women whose symptoms are predominantly indicative of kidney Yin deficiency (e.g. hot flushes, night sweats and vaginal dryness) as relieved by anemarrhena in traditional Chinese medicine.
If you have other menopausal symptoms, consider Fusion Menopause. It contains black cohosh, which is traditionally used to relieve menopausal symptoms including disturbed sleep, irritability, mood swings and mild joint aches and pains in Western herbal medicine.
This medicine may not be right for you. Read the label before purchase. Follow the directions for use. If symptoms persist, worsen or change unexpectedly talk to your health professional.
References:
1. The Merck Manual. Merck research laboratories. 16th ed, 1992; p 1793.
2. Scheid V. Complement Ther Med. 2007;15(1-3): 54–68.
3. Shen Nong. Accessed July 2020 from shen-nong.com/eng/exam/specialties_menopause_development.html
Always read the label. Follow the directions for use. If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
Coptis and Scute Formula pill 40g Black Pearl
Black Pearl Coptis and Scute Formula pill 40g
This product is a Practitioner Only Product and may require practitioner advice before we can dispatch this product.
You can place the order first and then you may be required to answer a number of questions to determine if this product is appropriate for you before despatch.
In the event that you are not contactable, the product may be deleted and the balance of your order will be despatched.
Black Pearl Coptis and Scute Formula is indicated for the following:
Traditionally used in Chinese medicine to dispel/expel/disperse/clear fire
Traditionally used in Chinese medicine to remove Heat toxin
ACTIVE INGREDIENTS
coptis chinensis rhizome Extract dry concentrate 34.65 mg
Equivalent: coptis chinensis (Dry) 75 mg
Gardenia jasminoides fruit Extract dry concentrate 51.98 mg
Equivalent: Gardenia jasminoides (Dry) 112.5 mg
Phellodendron amurense stem bark Extract dry concentrate 34.65 mg
Equivalent: Phellodendron amurense (Dry) 75 mg
Scutellaria baicalensis root Extract dry concentrate 51.98 mg
Equivalent: Scutellaria baicalensis (Dry) 112.5 mg
OTHER INGREDIENTS (Excipients)
soluble maize starch
Immune Tonic + 60VC Oro
Fusion Zinc Advanced 120T
ZINC ADVANCED
Readily absorbable zinc supplement to support antioxidant defences and immune, skin, cognitive, bone, eye and reproductive health. Contains OptiChel™ZN, a highly bioavailable, organic form of zinc (zinc glycinate) that is more readily absorbed and better utilised by the body than many other forms of zinc. Contains essential nutrients for the healthy functioning of all body systems throughout life. Male and female reproductive health. Includes high doses of vitamin C and vitamin B6, which support many of zinc’s physiological functions. May be particularly beneficial for people susceptible to zinc deficiency, including athletes, vegetarians and vegans, older people, adolescents, children (over 6 years of age) and women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. Zinc glycinate (OptiChel™ ZN) equiv. to elemental zinc 50mg 164.5mg Vitamin C 500mg Sodium ascorbate equiv. to ascorbic acid 500mg 562mg Vitamin C 1000mg Vitamin B6 60.8mg Contains zinc, which may be dangerous if taken in large amounts for a long period. Always read the label. Use only as directed. If symptoms persist consult your healthcare practitioner.
Hair Growth Formula 78C ChinaMed
ChinaMed Hair Growth Formula 78 Capsules
This product is a Practitioner Only Product and may require practitioner advice before we can dispatch this product.
You can place the order first and then you may be required to answer a number of questions to determine if this product is appropriate for you before despatch.
In the event that you are not contactable, the product may be deleted and the balance of your order will be despatched.
ChinaMed Hair Growth Formula is indicated for the following:
Traditionally used in Chinese medicine to enrich/nourish/tonify/fortify/strengthen kidneys
Traditionally used in Chinese medicine to calm/soothe/nourish the liver
ACTIVE INGREDIENTS
Achyranthes bidentata root Extract dry concentrate 29.1mg
Equivalent: Achyranthes bidentata (Dry) 174.6mg
Anemone altaica rhizome Extract dry concentrate 15mg
Equivalent: Anemone altaica (Dry) 90mg
Angelica polymorpha root Extract dry concentrate 29.1mg
Equivalent: Angelica polymorpha (Dry) 174.6mg
Astragalus membranaceus root Extract dry concentrate 29.1mg
Equivalent: Astragalus membranaceus (Dry) 174.6mg
Cullen corylifolium seed Extract dry concentrate 22.2mg
Equivalent: Cullen corylifolium (Dry) 133.2mg
Cuscuta hygrophilae seed Extract dry concentrate 29.1mg
Equivalent: Cuscuta hygrophilae (Dry) 174.6mg
Lycium barbarum fruit Extract dry concentrate 29.1mg
Equivalent: Lycium barbarum (Dry) 174.6mg
Morus alba fruit Extract dry concentrate 29.1mg
Equivalent: Morus alba (Dry) 174.6mg
Panax ginseng root Extract dry concentrate 15mg
Equivalent: Panax ginseng (Dry) 90mg
Polygala sibirica root Extract dry concentrate 15mg
Equivalent: Polygala sibirica (Dry) 90mg
Rehmannia glutinosa root Extract dry concentrate 29.1mg
Equivalent: Rehmannia glutinosa (Dry) 174.6mg
Wolfiporia cocos hyphae Extract dry concentrate 29.1mg
Equivalent: Wolfiporia cocos (Dry) 174.6mg
Fusion Energy Multi Advanced 30T
MULTI VITAMIN & MINERAL ADVANCED Convenient 1-a-day formula containing therapeutic levels of 36 vitamins and minerals.
Broad-spectrum multi, suitable for both men and women.
Everyday health maintenance in a single convenient daily dose.
Iron-free formula, specially formulated to meet the needs of men and women wishing to avoid excess iron consumption.
If you require iron supplementation, we recommend taking Fusion® Iron Advanced or Fusion® Iron Blood Tonic alongside Multi Vitamin & Mineral Advanced™. Natural mixed carotenoids calc. as betacarotene 3mg 40mg Retinol palmitate equiv. to vitamin A 2000IU or 600mcg RE 1.1mg d-alpha tocopheryl acid succinate equiv. to vitamin E 100IU 82.6mg as colecalciferol equiv. to vitamin D 200IU 5mcg Vitamin B1 30mg Vitamin B2 20mg Vitamin B3 100mg Vitamin B3 5mg Vitamin B5 equiv. to pantothenic acid 90mg & calcium 8.4mg 100mg Vitamin B6 equiv. to pyridoxine 41.14mg 50mg Folic Acid 400mcg Vitamin B12 100mcg Biotin 100mcg Choline bitartrate 25mg Inositol 25mg Vitamin K1 50mcg Taurine 100mg Glutamine 50mg Lysine hydrochloride 50mg Lycopene 2mg Lutein esters calc. as Lutein extract equiv. to Tagetes erecta dry flowers 100mg 1mg Rutoside 15mg Citrus bioflavonoids 50mg Calcium ascorbate dihydrate equiv. to ascorbic acid 90.87mg & calcium 10.3mg 110mg Calcium citrate tetrahydrate equiv. to calcium 17.7mg 84mg Calcium citrate tetrahydrate Total equiv. calcium 36.5mg 84mg Magnesium amino acid chelate equiv. to magnesium 18mg 90mg Zinc amino acid chelate equiv. to zinc 15mg 75mg Potassium phosphate dibasic equiv. to potassium 22.4mg 50mg silica equiv. to silicon 15mg 32.1mg as amino acid chelate equiv. to manganese 2mg 20mg Borax equiv. to Boron 500mcg 4.41mg as nicotinate equiv. to chromium 50mcg 500mcg Copper equiv. to copper 50mcg 196.5mcg Potassium iodide equiv. to iodine 38.2mcg 50mcg as trioxide equiv. to molybdenum 33.3mcg 50mcg Selenium equiv. to selenium 50mcg 124.2mcg During pregnancy, always consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before taking herbal medicines and nutritional supplements. Vitamin supplements should not replace a balanced diet. This product contains selenium which is toxic in high doses. A daily dose of 150mcg for adults of selenium from dietary supplements should not be exceeded. The RDA of vitamin A from all sources is 2,333IU (700mcg RE) for women and 3,000IU (900mcg RE) for men. WARNING: If you are pregnant Ð or considering becoming pregnant Ð do not take supplements containing vitamin A without consulting a healthcare professional. When taken in excess of 10,000IU (3000mcg RE) per day vitamin A can cause birth defects. Always read the label. Use only as directed. If symptoms persist consult your healthcare practitioner.
Fusion Energy Multi Advanced 60T
Fusion Energy includes Korean ginseng, which is traditionally used to enhance energy levels and relieve tiredness in Chinese medicine.
Korean ginseng: traditionally used to enhance energy levels in TCM
Also known as ‘Ren shen’, Korean ginseng is one of the most prized herbs in Chinese medicine where it’s traditionally used for the relief of fatigue and for promoting energy levels, while at the same time enhancing vitality and physical endurance.
Korean Ginseng is also traditionally used in TCM to calm the spirit and as an adaptogen – in other words, as a herb that helps the body to adapt to stress. It also supports healthy mental function.
Qi and wellbeing
In Chinese medicine, the word Qi (pronounced ‘chee’) describes the energy or life force that flows throughout your body, giving you the capacity to respond to your environment and the ability to move, think, breathe, digest food, and experience everything that life has to offer.
Korean ginseng is traditionally taken to replenish healthy Qi (and consequently to support health and wellbeing) in Chinese medicine.
Reishi traditionally strengthens Qi to relieve fatigue in TCM
Reishi is a woody mushroom that’s highly regarded in Chinese medicine, being traditionally used to nourish both the Qi and blood to relieve fatigue.
Fusion Energy also contains the herbs astragalus, cordyceps, Siberian ginseng, American ginseng and ashwagandha.
Always read the label. Follow the directions for use. If symptoms persist, worsen or change unexpectedly, talk to your health professional.