What Is After Stroke (B) Formula?
After Stroke (B) Formula is a traditional Chinese herbal formula developed for patterns involving left-sided facial weakness, facial asymmetry, limited facial movement, Qi deficiency, Blood deficiency, and Blood Stasis according to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). The “B” in After Stroke (B) Formula refers to a Blood Stagnation (Blood Stasis) pattern, traditionally associated within the Silkie Herbs® herbal system with weakness or facial imbalance affecting the left side. After Stroke (M) Formula is intended for Mucus/Phlegm patterns traditionally associated with the right side.
In TCM, the normal movement and expression of the face depend on sufficient Qi and Blood properly nourishing the muscles, channels, and collaterals. When Qi is deficient or Blood does not flow smoothly, the channels may receive inadequate nourishment and become obstructed.
These patterns may be associated with one-sided facial weakness, an uneven facial appearance, drooping at the corner of the mouth, altered facial sensation, difficulty closing one eye, reduced facial muscle control, or difficulty making normal facial expressions.
After Stroke (B) Formula follows the traditional Chinese herbal principles of tonifying Qi, nourishing Blood, invigorating Blood, and opening the channels and collaterals. It is traditionally used to support healthy Qi and Blood circulation, nourish the facial muscles and channels, and maintain facial movement, coordination, and expression.*
Common Signs of Left-Sided Facial Weakness and Blood Stasis in TCM
- Left-sided facial weakness
- Uneven or asymmetrical facial appearance
- Drooping at the corner of the mouth
- Mouth or eye appearing pulled toward one side
- Facial tightness, numbness, tingling, or altered sensation
- Difficulty closing one eyelid completely
- Reduced facial muscle movement or control
- Difficulty raising or wrinkling the forehead
- Difficulty puffing out the cheeks
- Difficulty whistling or blowing
- Difficulty speaking clearly
- Difficulty controlling food or liquids around the mouth
- Reduced taste sensation
- General weakness or fatigue associated with Qi deficiency
- Signs traditionally associated with Blood deficiency or Blood Stasis
Why Choose Silkie Herbs® After Stroke (B) Formula?
- Based on established Traditional Chinese Medicine principles
- Formulated for left-sided facial weakness patterns
- Traditionally used to tonify Qi and invigorate Blood
- Supports the healthy movement of Qi and Blood
- Nourishes the facial muscles, channels, and collaterals
- Supports normal facial movement, coordination, and expression
- Addresses underlying patterns of deficiency and stagnation
- Crafted with carefully selected traditional Chinese herbs
Suggested Combination for Broader TCM Support
For individuals who also experience low energy, weak digestion, poor appetite, bloating, loose stools, heaviness, or general constitutional weakness, After Stroke (B) Formula may be combined with Spleen Support and Immune Booster according to the individual’s TCM pattern.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, healthy facial movement depends not only on the unobstructed circulation of Qi and Blood but also on the body’s ability to produce sufficient Qi and Blood to nourish the muscles, channels, and collaterals.
After Stroke (B) Formula primarily supports the movement of Qi and Blood, nourishes the facial channels and muscles, and addresses patterns involving Qi deficiency and Blood Stasis.
Spleen Support is traditionally used when weak digestion, bloating, loose stools, poor appetite, fatigue, or heaviness accompany the primary pattern. In TCM, the Spleen and Stomach transform food and fluids into the Qi and Blood needed to nourish the body.
Immune Booster is traditionally used to strengthen Qi, support Defensive Qi (Wei Qi), and promote constitutional strength in individuals who feel weak, depleted, or easily fatigued. According to TCM theory, Qi helps move Blood and maintain its healthy circulation through the channels.
Together, After Stroke (B) Formula, Spleen Support, and Immune Booster provide broader TCM support for Qi and Blood circulation, digestive function, nutrient transformation, constitutional strength, and nourishment of the facial muscles and channels.*
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Made with carefully selected traditional herbs and pure honey; blended and packaged in the USA.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Traditional Benefits of After Stroke (B) Formula
Supports the Healthy Circulation of Qi and Blood*
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, the smooth circulation of Qi and Blood helps nourish the face, muscles, tendons, channels, and collaterals. This formula is traditionally used to support healthy circulation and maintain the nourishment needed for normal facial movement, coordination, and expression.
Traditionally Used to Invigorate Blood and Dispel Blood Stasis*
Blood Stasis is a TCM pattern in which Blood does not move freely through the channels and collaterals. This formula is traditionally used to invigorate Blood, dispel stagnation, support unobstructed circulation, and restore greater balance to areas showing signs of insufficient nourishment.
Tonifies Qi to Support the Movement of Blood*
In TCM, Qi is responsible for helping move Blood throughout the body. When Qi becomes deficient, circulation may also weaken. This traditional Chinese herbal formula helps tonify Qi while supporting the normal movement of Blood through the channels and collaterals.
Nourishes the Facial Muscles, Channels, and Collaterals*
Adequate Qi and Blood are necessary to nourish the facial muscles and maintain their normal activity. This formula is traditionally used to provide nourishment to the facial channels, collaterals, muscles, and surrounding tissues while supporting long-term facial wellness.
Supports Healthy Facial Movement and Expression*
Facial movement depends on the proper nourishment and unobstructed flow of Qi and Blood through the channels. This formula traditionally supports facial muscle control, coordinated movement, and the ability to maintain normal expressions such as smiling, raising the forehead, puffing the cheeks, and closing the eyes.
Supports Facial Balance, Symmetry, and Muscle Tone*
Patterns involving Qi deficiency, Blood deficiency, or Blood Stasis may be associated with uneven facial appearance and reduced muscle tone. This formula is traditionally used to nourish the face, support balanced muscle activity, and maintain healthy facial symmetry and tone.
Helps Open and Unblock the Channels and Collaterals*
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, obstruction of the channels and collaterals may interfere with the normal distribution of Qi and Blood. This formula follows traditional principles for opening the channels, dispelling stagnation, and supporting the free movement of Qi and Blood throughout the facial area.
Supports Long-Standing Facial Weakness Patterns*
Long-standing facial weakness may reflect persistent patterns of Qi deficiency, Blood deficiency, Blood Stasis, or obstruction of the channels. This formula is traditionally used to address these underlying TCM patterns while supporting circulation, nourishment, facial muscle function, and overall balance over time.
Promotes Constitutional Strength and Internal Balance*
Healthy facial function depends on the strength of the whole body, not only the facial area. By supporting Qi, Blood, circulation, and nourishment, this traditional herbal formula helps maintain constitutional strength, vitality, resilience, and greater harmony throughout the body.
Individual responses may vary. According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, changes generally occur gradually as Qi and Blood circulation, nourishment, and internal balance are supported.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Common TCM Signs Associated With After Stroke (B) Formula
After Stroke (B) Formula is traditionally selected for established patterns involving Qi deficiency, Blood deficiency, Blood Stasis, and obstruction of the channels and collaterals. These patterns may prevent Qi and Blood from properly nourishing the facial muscles and may be accompanied by signs such as:
Left-Sided Facial Weakness and Asymmetry
The left side of the face may appear weaker, less responsive, drooped, or uneven compared with the other side. The mouth or eye may appear pulled toward one side, and facial expressions may look unbalanced. In TCM, this may reflect obstruction or insufficient nourishment of the facial channels.
Difficulty Closing the Left Eye Completely
Reduced control of the facial muscles may make it difficult to blink normally or close the left eyelid completely. The eye may feel dry, irritated, uncomfortable, or sensitive. In TCM, this may be associated with inadequate nourishment or obstruction of the channels surrounding the eye.
Reduced Facial Muscle Strength, Tone, or Control
The facial muscles may feel weak, stiff, tight, or less responsive than usual. Individuals may notice reduced muscle tone, limited flexibility, or difficulty controlling voluntary facial movements. These signs may accompany Qi deficiency, Blood deficiency, or obstruction of the channels and collaterals.
Facial Tightness, Numbness, Tingling, or Altered Sensation
Unusual sensations may include facial tightness, heaviness, numbness, tingling, pressure, or sensitivity around the cheek, jaw, mouth, ear, or surrounding areas. According to TCM, these signs may accompany Blood Stasis or an obstruction preventing Qi and Blood from flowing freely through the facial channels.
Difficulty Speaking Clearly or Controlling the Mouth
Reduced movement around the lips and mouth may affect pronunciation, articulation, or speech clarity. Individuals may also have difficulty keeping the mouth properly closed or controlling saliva. In TCM, these signs may reflect inadequate nourishment and obstruction of the channels surrounding the mouth.
Difficulty Eating, Drinking, or Controlling Food
Weakness or uneven movement around the mouth and cheek may make chewing, drinking, or keeping food and liquids inside the mouth more difficult. Food may collect along one side of the mouth when facial muscles do not move together smoothly.
Difficulty Smiling or Making Facial Expressions
Individuals may have difficulty smiling evenly, raising the eyebrows, wrinkling the forehead, frowning, whistling, blowing, puffing out the cheeks, or maintaining facial expressions. These signs may indicate that Qi and Blood are not adequately reaching and nourishing the facial channels and muscles.
Reduced or Altered Taste Sensation
Some individuals may notice diminished taste, altered taste perception, or difficulty fully experiencing flavors. In TCM, changes in taste are considered together with facial movement, digestion, constitutional strength, and other signs when identifying the underlying pattern.
Long-Standing Facial Weakness and Limited Movement
Facial weakness, asymmetry, altered sensation, or restricted movement may continue as an established pattern over time. Traditional Chinese Medicine evaluates whether lingering signs are associated with Qi deficiency, Blood deficiency, Blood Stasis, or obstruction of the channels and collaterals.
Individuals with complex or long-standing patterns may benefit from additional traditional herbal support selected according to their complete TCM presentation. The goal is to address underlying imbalances, support the movement of Qi and Blood, nourish the channels and muscles, and maintain long-term facial wellness.
Emergency Notice: Sudden or newly worsening facial drooping, arm or leg weakness, difficulty speaking or swallowing, confusion, loss of balance, severe headache, or other sudden neurological changes require immediate emergency attention. Call 911. This formula is not intended for emergency use.
Diet and Lifestyle Tips for Healthy Qi and Blood Circulation
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), healthy movement and physical function depend on sufficient Qi and Blood flowing smoothly through the channels and collaterals. When Qi is deficient or Blood becomes stagnant, the muscles and channels may not receive adequate nourishment. Consistent daily habits can help support circulation, constitutional strength, and internal balance.
Daily Habits to Support Qi and Blood
For best results while using After Stroke (B) Formula:
- Eat regular, balanced meals at consistent times each day.
- Choose warm, freshly prepared foods instead of excessive cold, raw, or refrigerated foods.
- Include cooked vegetables, quality protein, whole grains, and other nourishing foods.
- Stay adequately hydrated throughout the day.
- Practice gentle movement such as walking, stretching, Tai Chi, or Qigong according to your ability.
- Perform appropriate range-of-motion and facial exercises as instructed by your practitioner.
- Avoid sitting or remaining in the same position for extended periods.
- Get adequate sleep and maintain a consistent sleep schedule.
- Balance gentle daily activity with sufficient rest.
- Manage emotional stress through meditation, breathing exercises, relaxation, or other calming practices.
Foods and Habits to Limit
To help maintain healthy Qi and Blood circulation, consider limiting:
- Deep-fried, greasy, and heavily processed foods
- Excess sugar, sweets, and sugary beverages
- Excessively cold foods and iced beverages
- Excess alcohol
- Smoking and tobacco products
- Frequent fast food and processed snacks
- Irregular eating schedules and late-night meals
- Prolonged inactivity and sedentary habits
- Excessive physical exertion that leaves the body depleted
Foods Traditionally Used to Support Qi and Blood
A balanced diet may include warm soups and broths, cooked leafy greens, other cooked vegetables, whole grains, legumes, quality proteins, berries, onions, garlic, ginger, and other nourishing foods appropriate for the individual’s constitution.
In TCM, the Spleen and Stomach transform food and fluids into the Qi and Blood needed to nourish the muscles, tendons, channels, and collaterals. Regular meals and properly prepared foods help support this process, while gentle movement encourages Qi and Blood to circulate without excessively depleting the body.
Supporting Long-Term Internal Balance
Traditional Chinese Medicine emphasizes consistency. Regular nourishment, healthy digestion, adequate sleep, gentle movement, emotional balance, and proper rest help support the production and circulation of Qi and Blood while maintaining strength, flexibility, facial movement, and overall wellness.
Diet and activity recommendations should be adjusted according to the individual’s constitution, physical ability, and Traditional Chinese Medicine pattern.
Key Ingredients in After Stroke (B) – Blood Stagnation Formula
The “B” in After Stroke (B) Formula refers to a Blood Stagnation (Blood Stasis) pattern, which is traditionally associated within the Silkie Herbs® herbal system with weakness or facial imbalance affecting the left side. In comparison, After Stroke (M) Formula is intended for Mucus/Phlegm patterns traditionally associated with the right side.
After Stroke (B) Formula combines herbs selected according to TCM principles to tonify Qi, nourish and invigorate Blood, dispel Blood Stasis, open the channels and collaterals, and support the nourishment and healthy movement of the facial muscles.
Cimicifuga Rhizome (Sheng Ma)
Sheng Ma is traditionally used in Chinese herbal practice to raise clear Yang Qi and guide it toward the upper body. Within this formula, it supports the proper movement of Qi and helps direct the formula’s traditional actions toward the head and facial channels.
Rhodiola Root (Hong Jing Tian)
Hong Jing Tian is traditionally used to tonify Qi, invigorate Blood, and support constitutional strength. It is commonly included when fatigue, weakness, Qi deficiency, or insufficient movement of Qi and Blood are part of the underlying TCM pattern.
Safflower Flower (Hong Hua)
Hong Hua is traditionally used to invigorate Blood, dispel Blood Stasis, and open the channels and collaterals. It supports the unobstructed movement of Blood and helps maintain proper nourishment of the facial muscles and channels.
Chinese Angelica Root (Dang Gui)
Dang Gui is traditionally used to nourish and invigorate Blood. Its ability to both nourish and move Blood makes it valuable when Blood deficiency occurs together with Blood Stasis or when the muscles and channels are not receiving sufficient nourishment.
Lobed Kudzuvine Root (Ge Gen)
Ge Gen is traditionally used to relax the muscle layer, raise clear Yang Qi, and generate body fluids. It is commonly included in traditional formulas involving tightness or restricted movement affecting the neck, shoulders, head, or facial area.
Licorice Root (Gan Cao)
Gan Cao is traditionally used to tonify Spleen Qi, support digestive harmony, moderate the properties of other herbs, and harmonize the complete formula. In TCM, supporting the Spleen also helps maintain the production of Qi and Blood.
Pure Honey
Silkie Herbs® formulas are prepared with pure honey as the traditional binding ingredient. Honey holds the powdered herbs together, helps the pills dissolve and break down during digestion, supports the absorption of the herbal ingredients, moderates their taste, harmonizes the formula, and naturally helps preserve freshness.
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, honey has an affinity for the Lung, Spleen, Stomach, and Large Intestine systems. Its gentle and harmonizing nature makes it especially suitable for preparing traditional honey-bound herbal pills.
Unlike compressed tablets and conventional capsules, our honey-bound pills are made without artificial colors, artificial flavors, chemical binders, lubricants, wax, or unnecessary fillers. This traditional preparation method allows Silkie Herbs® to preserve the character of the herbal formula while making it convenient to take.
Together, these ingredients follow traditional Chinese herbal principles for tonifying Qi, nourishing and invigorating Blood, dispelling Blood Stasis, opening the channels and collaterals, and supporting the nourishment and healthy movement of the facial muscles.*
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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Serving Size 10 pills Servings Per Container: 30 Amount Per Serving: 3000mg |
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Herbal Blend: Cimicifuga Rhodiola Safflower Angelica Root Lobed Kudzuvine Root Licorice Root |
| Other ingredients: Pure Honey (Traditional Binding Agent) |
How to Take After Stroke (B) Formula
Adults may take 5–10 pills once or twice daily with warm water, or as directed by a qualified Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner. If taking prescription medications or other supplements—particularly blood thinners, antiplatelet medications, or products that affect bleeding—have the complete combination reviewed before use. Allow at least two hours between herbs and medications, but understand that time separation does not prevent every possible interaction.
Post-stroke wellness, circulation, movement, strength, facial function, speech, and balance are influenced by many factors, including Qi deficiency, Blood deficiency, Blood Stasis, obstruction of the channels and collaterals, constitution, digestion, diet, rest, appropriate physical activity, time since the event, and consistency of use. Changes may develop gradually with continued support.
For best results, take consistently as directed and follow the diet, lifestyle, movement, and rehabilitation recommendations appropriate for the individual’s condition and physical ability.
Research on Traditional Herbs Used for Qi, Blood and Circulatory Support
Modern research has examined the botanical composition and biological activities of individual herbs used in After Stroke (B) Formula, including Rhodiola Root (Hong Jing Tian), Chinese Angelica Root (Dang Gui), Safflower Flower (Hong Hua), and Lobed Kudzuvine Root (Ge Gen).
Published reviews discuss naturally occurring compounds found in these herbs and research involving antioxidant activity, healthy inflammatory responses, circulation, cellular function, physical resilience, and general wellness. Much of this research involves laboratory, animal, or ingredient-specific studies, so it does not establish that the complete Silkie Herbs® formula has been clinically proven to produce the same effects.
From a Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective, the herbs in After Stroke (B) Formula are selected according to their traditional functions rather than isolated chemical compounds alone. Hong Jing Tian is traditionally used to tonify Qi and invigorate Blood; Dang Gui nourishes and moves Blood; Hong Hua invigorates Blood and dispels Blood Stasis; and Ge Gen relaxes the muscle layer and raises clear Yang Qi.
Together, these traditional actions support the TCM principles of moving Qi and Blood, nourishing the facial muscles and channels, opening the channels and collaterals, and maintaining constitutional strength and internal balance.*
Research References
Rhodiola rosea: Research on Stress-Related Symptoms and Stress-Induced Conditions
The Effectiveness of Rhodiola rosea L. Preparations in Alleviating Various Aspects of Life-Stress Symptoms and Stress-Induced Conditions
Angelica sinensis (Dang Gui): Major Constituents and Biological Activities
Bioactivities of Major Constituents Isolated from Angelica sinensis (Danggui)
Carthamus tinctorius (Safflower): Traditional Uses and Scientific Research
Medical Uses of Carthamus tinctorius L. (Safflower)
Pueraria lobata (Ge Gen): Traditional Uses, Phytochemistry and Biological Activities
Unveiling the Power of Pueraria lobata: A Comprehensive Review
Research involving individual herbs or isolated compounds does not demonstrate the safety or effectiveness of the complete Silkie Herbs® formula. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Is After Stroke (B) Formula Traditionally Used to Support?
After Stroke (B) Formula is traditionally used according to TCM principles to support patterns involving left-sided facial weakness, facial asymmetry, limited facial movement, Qi deficiency, Blood deficiency, Blood Stasis, and obstruction of the channels and collaterals. It supports the circulation and nourishment needed to maintain healthy facial muscle function.
How Does Traditional Chinese Medicine View Long-Standing Facial Weakness?
Traditional Chinese Medicine evaluates long-standing facial weakness according to the movement and condition of Qi and Blood. Common patterns may include Qi deficiency, Blood deficiency, Blood Stasis, or obstruction of the channels and collaterals. Treatment principles are selected according to the individual’s complete TCM presentation.
What Is Blood Stasis in Traditional Chinese Medicine?
Blood Stasis is a TCM pattern in which Blood does not move freely through the channels and collaterals. It may be associated with fixed discomfort, tightness, numbness, altered sensation, weakness, asymmetry, or restricted movement. Blood Stasis may also occur together with Qi deficiency or Blood deficiency.
Who May Consider After Stroke (B) Formula?
This formula may be considered for established patterns involving left-sided facial weakness, uneven facial expression, difficulty closing one eye, reduced facial muscle control, altered facial sensation, or limited facial movement. Formula selection should be based on the individual’s complete TCM pattern rather than one symptom alone.
Can After Stroke (B) Formula Support Facial Weakness and Asymmetry?
This formula is traditionally used to invigorate Blood, tonify Qi, nourish the facial muscles, and open the channels and collaterals. These traditional functions help support healthy facial movement, muscle tone, coordination, expression, and a more balanced facial appearance.
Why Are Qi and Blood Important for Facial Movement?
According to TCM, Qi helps move Blood, while Blood nourishes the muscles, tendons, channels, and surrounding tissues. When Qi is deficient or Blood becomes stagnant, the facial muscles may not receive adequate nourishment. Supporting both Qi and Blood is therefore an important principle within this formula.
Why Are the Channels and Collaterals Important in TCM?
The channels and collaterals are pathways through which Qi and Blood circulate and nourish different areas of the body. When these pathways become obstructed, movement and sensation may be affected. This formula follows traditional principles for opening the channels and supporting the unobstructed movement of Qi and Blood.
How Long Should I Take After Stroke (B) Formula?
The appropriate length of use varies according to the individual’s constitution, TCM pattern, overall strength, duration of the imbalance, and consistency of use. Long-standing patterns generally require steady support over time. Follow the product directions or the individualized guidance provided by your herbal practitioner.
When Is the Best Time to Take After Stroke (B) Formula?
Take the formula according to the directions on the product label or your herbal practitioner’s recommendation. Consistency is important when supporting long-standing TCM patterns. Individuals taking medications—particularly blood-thinning or antiplatelet medications—should have their herbs and medications carefully reviewed before use.
Can It Be Combined With Other Silkie Herbs® Formulas?
Silkie Herbs® formulas may be combined when more than one TCM pattern is present. Depending on the individual’s digestion, energy, constitution, and accompanying signs, After Stroke (B) Formula may be paired with Spleen Support, Immune Booster, Blood and Stamina, or another formula selected by an herbal practitioner.
What Ingredients Are Included in After Stroke (B) Formula?
The formula contains Cimicifuga Rhizome (Sheng Ma), Rhodiola Root (Hong Jing Tian), Safflower Flower (Hong Hua), Chinese Angelica Root (Dang Gui), Lobed Kudzuvine Root (Ge Gen), Licorice Root (Gan Cao), and pure honey. Each ingredient serves a specific traditional role within the complete formula.
What Makes Silkie Herbs® After Stroke (B) Formula Different?
Silkie Herbs® formulas are rooted in five generations of traditional Chinese herbal practice. This formula is prepared with carefully selected herbs according to established TCM principles and made as traditional honey-bound herbal pills without compressed tablets, chemical binders, artificial colors, artificial flavors, or unnecessary additives.
Why Does Silkie Herbs® Use Honey-Bound Herbal Pills?
Honey-bound pills are a traditional form of Chinese herbal preparation. Pure honey binds the powdered herbs together, moderates their taste, harmonizes the formula, and helps preserve freshness. This method also avoids many of the artificial binders, lubricants, coatings, and flow agents commonly used in modern compressed tablets.
Are Silkie Herbs® Formulas Third-Party Tested and Made in the USA?
Silkie Herbs® formulas are blended, prepared, and packaged in the United States. Testing is conducted throughout the production process, including raw-herb verification and finished-product screening for identity, purity, heavy metals, pesticides, and microbial contaminants to support product quality and consistency.
Why Silkie Herbs
Silkie formulas are rooted in five generations of traditional herbal practice, not trend-based supplement marketing.
- 5th Generation Herbalist Family Tradition
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- Made in the USA
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- Authentic Medicinal-Grade Herbs
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- Classical Formula Design
- Five Generations of Herbal Knowledge
Silkie Herbs formulas are rooted in five generations of Traditional Chinese Medicine herbal practice. Rather than following supplement trends, our formulas are based on traditional herbal principles passed down through generations and refined through clinical experience.
Unlike most supplements, Silkie Herbs uses traditional honey-bound herbal pills instead of capsules or compressed tablets. We do not use artificial binders, fillers, lubricants, or flow agents. Pure honey is used as a natural binding agent to help preserve the formula while supporting digestion and absorption.
Every formula is manufactured in the United States using authentic medicinal-grade herbs and traditional preparation methods. Each batch undergoes third-party testing for identity, purity, heavy metals, pesticides, and microbial contaminants to help ensure quality and consistency.
True healing takes time. Silkie formulas honor the body’s natural ability to restore balance — the way herbal medicine has always been practiced.
Important Safety Information and Cautions
Keep out of reach of children. Use only as directed. If discomfort or irritation occurs, discontinue use and seek professional guidance.
Traditional Chinese herbal formulas should be selected according to the individual’s Traditional Chinese Medicine pattern. For personalized guidance, consult a professional TCM practitioner.
Consult a qualified healthcare professional before use if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medications, or have a medical condition.
Traditional Herbs in After Stroke (B) Formula
Cimicifuga Rhizome
Cimicifuga Rhizome (Sheng Ma) is traditionally used in Chinese herbal practice to raise clear Yang Qi and guide it toward the upper body. Within a balanced formula, it supports the proper movement of Qi and nourishment of the head and facial channels.
Traditional Herbs in After Stroke (B) Formula
Cimicifuga Rhizome
Cimicifuga Rhizome (Sheng Ma) is traditionally used in Chinese herbal practice to raise clear Yang Qi and guide it toward the upper body. Within a balanced formula, it supports the proper movement of Qi and nourishment of the head and facial channels.
Rhodiola Root
Rhodiola Root (Hong Jing Tian) is traditionally used to tonify Qi, invigorate Blood, and support constitutional strength. It is commonly included when fatigue, weakness, Qi deficiency, or insufficient movement of Qi and Blood are part of the underlying TCM pattern.
Safflower Flower
Safflower Flower (Hong Hua) is traditionally used in TCM to invigorate Blood, dispel Blood Stasis, and open the channels and collaterals. It supports the unobstructed movement of Blood and helps nourish areas affected by stagnation.
Chinese Angelica Root
Chinese Angelica Root (Dang Gui) is traditionally used to nourish and invigorate Blood. Its ability to both nourish and move Blood makes it valuable when Blood deficiency occurs together with Blood Stasis or insufficient nourishment of the muscles and channels.
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Traditional Honey-Bound Herbal Pills
Silkie Herbs® formulas are prepared with pure honey as the traditional binding ingredient. Honey holds the powdered herbs together, moderates their taste, and helps preserve freshness. Our formulas are not made as compressed tablets or conventional capsules, and we do not use artificial colors, flavors, chemical binders, or unnecessary fillers.
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We carefully select herbs harvested during their appropriate season, when their traditional qualities are considered most developed. Proper species identification, growing region, harvest timing, processing, and storage all contribute to the quality of a traditional Chinese herbal formula.
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If you feel skeptical or unsure about Chinese herbal remedies, I could hardly blame you. I wasn’t a believer either—not until my daughter became very sick and my father, a fourth-generation herbalist, helped guide our family through her recovery with traditional Chinese herbs.
I was born into a family of herbalists. My father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and great-great-grandfather were all herbalists. I represent the fifth generation of this long family lineage, which dates back to Imperial China.
When I was three or four years old, I began learning herbal songs and how to identify different herbs. As I grew older, my father taught me how to process herbs while I worked in his clinic in Vietnam.
After we immigrated to the United States, my dad asked whether I wanted to pursue a career in Traditional Chinese Medicine as an herbalist or acupuncturist. I told him, “No, just leave me alone, Dad. I will find something I enjoy doing for work.” So he left me alone to find my own way.
I wanted nothing to do with herbal medicine until I gave birth to my second daughter, Catherine, who was born with severe gastric reflux. When Catherine was only 10 days old, I had to take her to the emergency room because she couldn’t keep milk down. She received fluids through an IV in her tiny hand. In addition to vomiting, she was also having diarrhea. Catherine was losing nourishment from both ends, and her little body was becoming smaller and weaker.
At the time, my dad warned me, “She needs to be treated with herbal medicine, or she may have seizures later.” I didn’t fully understand what he was telling me, so I ignored his warning.
My daughter became so ill that she could only drink half an ounce of milk each hour. Before feeding her, I used a syringe to give her Zantac to help reduce the vomiting. As time passed, she needed to be fed more frequently and consequently received Zantac more often. By the time Catherine was eight months old, she needed to be fed and medicated as many as 11 times a day.
I could hardly sleep, eat, shower, or rest. Even at night, I had to drape my daughter over my shoulder so she could sleep. If I put Catherine down, she would vomit. I barely had time to take a five-minute shower once or twice a week. I was exhausted, but what could I do? I had to care for my daughter and do my best to survive each day, hoping she would get better—or at the very least, that her condition would not worsen.
Catherine had to wear a turtleneck, two sweaters, a baby cap, and a scarf whenever we went outside, even during the summer when the temperature was over 100 degrees. If I didn’t cover her, she would develop a runny nose and cough, followed by nonstop vomiting. I constantly worried about her future. How would she ever attend school or go anywhere with air conditioning?
One day, we went to a Vietnamese pho restaurant. After placing Catherine in a high chair, I turned around to adjust my own chair. Suddenly, I heard a woman shout, “Look at her!”
I looked in the direction she was pointing. It was Catherine. Her eyes had rolled upward, her entire body was stiff and shaking, and fluid was coming from her mouth. Someone nearby told me to squeeze lemon into her mouth. Frightened and desperate, I followed that advice without hesitation. Her body eventually relaxed, and we rushed her to the emergency room.
At the time, I believed the lemon had helped her. I now understand that nothing should be placed in a person’s mouth during a seizure because it could cause injury or choking. I share this only as part of what happened that day—not as seizure first-aid advice.
Catherine remained in the hospital for three days while her brain activity was monitored. I was told that prolonged seizures could be dangerous. After that experience, I lived in constant fear because I had no idea when my baby girl might have another seizure.
The seizures began occurring weekly, and the doctor prescribed anti-seizure medication. Catherine wasn’t even one year old, yet she was receiving Zantac as many as 11 times a day, in addition to anti-seizure medication three times a day. Administering the medicine was extremely difficult because whenever I took out the syringe, she would cry and begin vomiting.
I took Catherine to see a specialist at CHOC and asked, “Doctor, have you ever seen an infant with this condition get well?”
The doctor replied, “It depends. Some children grow out of it, but some don’t. If they don’t, they may have to continue taking medication.”
“What do you mean by ‘grow out of it’?” I asked.
The doctor explained that Catherine’s condition might improve naturally as she became older.
My mind was racing. I asked, “All this time, the prescribed medication hasn’t been correcting what is happening in her stomach?”
The doctor explained that the medication was intended to help keep the food down, which was why it had to be given before each feeding.
I then asked, “What if she doesn’t grow out of it?”
I was told that she might need ongoing medication. That conversation stayed in my mind and made me question whether there might be another way to support my daughter.
Feeling that I had reached the end of the path I was following, I finally turned to my dad for help.
My father recommended an individualized herbal prescription for Catherine three times a day. After everything we had been through, giving her herbs three times a day instead of administering something as many as 14 times a day felt like a tremendous relief. Even so, it sounded almost too good to be true, and I remained cautious.
During the first month of following my father’s herbal approach, Catherine began vomiting less frequently. At one point, I let her cry briefly to see whether it would still trigger vomiting. It didn’t, and that was when I first believed she might truly be improving.
After another month, Catherine was able to wear fewer layers without immediately developing a runny nose, coughing, or vomiting. Over the course of approximately three months, her reflux and seizure episodes became less frequent and eventually stopped.
This was Catherine’s personal experience under my father’s individualized guidance. It is not a promise that another person will have the same experience, but for our family, it changed everything. Today, Catherine is grown and living a normal, healthy life.
Because of Catherine’s dramatic recovery, I finally began to believe in the traditional medicine that had surrounded me since childhood. I also asked my dad to work with me because I had a long history of fainting easily, especially during the winter. My own experience with his individualized herbal approach deepened my appreciation for the knowledge my family had preserved for generations.
I began thinking seriously about everything that had happened and wanted to understand more about herbs, the human body, and the traditional principles my father had tried to teach me. I wanted answers, so I decided to study in China, where herbal medicine has been practiced and developed over thousands of years.
I attended Traditional Chinese Medicine schools in China and Hong Kong and gained experience in TCM hospitals, where I learned from highly respected herbal doctors.
While I was there, I realized that I wanted to become an herbalist. However, I also wondered how I could secure a dependable supply of high-quality herbs. My father and I traveled across China and visited numerous farming regions. We met with farmers, studied how the herbs were grown and harvested, and began establishing relationships with growers.
Our formulas are made with carefully selected herbs harvested during the appropriate season, when their traditional qualities are considered strongest. These herbs can be substantially more expensive than lower-quality materials harvested too early or too late.
After returning to the United States, I worked closely with my dad, learned from his many years of experience, and studied the formulas and written knowledge passed down through our family.
Everything I went through with Catherine helped me understand the true importance of health. Without health, it becomes difficult to think about a career, beauty, education, independence, freedom, or anything else we hope to enjoy in life.
I have now worked with many individuals and families who have struggled as my family once struggled. Their trust and heartfelt appreciation inspire me to continue learning, preserve my family’s traditional knowledge, and work even harder to help others support their health and well-being.
Our namesake, Silkie, comes from a Chinese breed of chicken known for its calm and friendly temperament. Silkies are gentle, caring, and devoted mothers. A Silkie loves nothing more than brooding over a cluster of eggs, whether the eggs are her own or even belong to a duck.
We share that same outlook at Silkie Herbs®. We care for our clients with the same attention, patience, and dedication that we would give to members of our own family.
This is Ann’s personal family story and is shared for informational purposes only. Individual experiences vary, and this story is not intended as medical advice or as a promise of specific results.