What Is Cold Hands and Feet Supplement?
Cold Hands and Feet Formula is a traditional Chinese herbal formula designed to support healthy circulation, warm cold hands and feet, promote comfortable body temperature, support Spleen and Kidney Yang, and improve the healthy flow of Qi and Blood to the extremities.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), persistent cold hands and feet may occur when Yang Qi is insufficient to warm the body and circulate Qi and Blood effectively to the fingers, toes, hands, and feet. This pattern is commonly associated with internal Cold, Yang deficiency, weakened Spleen and Kidney function, or poor circulation of Qi and Blood.
When Yang Qi becomes weakened and internal Cold becomes more pronounced, individuals may experience persistently cold hands and feet, cold fingers and toes, sensitivity to cold weather, pale complexion, low energy, weakness, loose stools, joint discomfort, or a tendency to curl up and seek warmth. The tongue may appear pale with a thin, white, moist coating.
In more pronounced traditional patterns, severe coldness of the extremities is described as Yin Jue. Traditional Chinese Medicine distinguishes several underlying patterns of cold extremities, including Spleen and Kidney Yang weakness with internal Cold, excessive internal Yin-Cold preventing Yang from reaching the extremities, and patterns in which Yin and Yang are no longer circulating normally throughout the body.
Cold Hands and Feet Formula is traditionally used to warm the interior, support Yang Qi, promote healthy circulation to the hands and feet, and restore the normal movement of Qi and Blood throughout the body. It is commonly chosen by individuals seeking natural support for cold hands and feet, cold fingers and toes, poor circulation, cold extremities, sensitivity to cold, and Yang deficiency patterns according to Traditional Chinese Medicine.*
Common Signs of Cold Hands and Feet in Traditional Chinese Medicine
- Cold hands and feet
- Cold fingers and toes
- Persistently cold extremities
- Poor circulation to the hands and feet
- Hands or feet that are difficult to warm
- Numbness or tingling associated with coldness
- Sensitivity or intolerance to cold weather
- Feeling cold even when others are comfortable
- Pale complexion
- Low energy or fatigue
- Weakness or lack of vitality
- Reduced vitality and stamina
- Difficulty staying warm during colder weather
- Cold sensations despite normal room temperatures
- Sluggish circulation
- Loose stools or undigested food in the stool
- Joint discomfort associated with Cold
- Cold body with a tendency to curl up or seek warmth
- Pale tongue with a thin, white, moist coating
- Weak, faint, or thready pulse
Why Choose Silkie Herbs Cold Hands and Feet Formula?
- Based on traditional Chinese herbal principles
- Designed specifically for patterns associated with cold hands, cold feet, cold extremities, and internal Cold
- Traditionally used to warm the body and support healthy circulation to the hands and feet
- Supports healthy movement of Qi and Blood throughout the extremities
- Helps support Spleen and Kidney Yang according to Traditional Chinese Medicine
- Traditionally used for individuals with cold sensitivity, weakness, pale complexion, and low vitality
- Crafted to address the underlying TCM pattern rather than temporarily masking the sensation of cold hands and feet
Suggested Combination for Cold Hands, Cold Feet and Poor Circulation Support
For individuals experiencing persistent cold hands and feet, poor circulation, cold extremities, fatigue, weak digestion, low vitality, or sensitivity to cold weather, Cold Hands and Feet Formula may be paired with Spleen Support, Immune Booster, Blood & Stamina, or Allergy Relief depending on the individual's underlying Traditional Chinese Medicine pattern.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, warmth and healthy circulation to the hands and feet depend on sufficient Yang Qi, healthy Spleen function, adequate Qi and Blood, and the body's ability to circulate nourishment and warmth throughout the extremities. When one or more of these systems become weakened, the fingers, toes, hands, and feet may remain cold even when the surrounding environment is comfortable.
Spleen Support is traditionally used when cold hands and feet occur together with weak digestion, bloating after eating, loose stools, fatigue, sweet cravings, poor nutrient transformation, or a feeling of heaviness. Strengthening Spleen and Stomach Qi supports the body's ability to transform food into Qi and Blood, which are necessary for maintaining energy, nourishment, and healthy circulation.
Immune Booster is traditionally used when cold sensitivity occurs together with low energy, frequent seasonal challenges, sensitivity to wind or changing weather, prolonged recovery, or weakened defensive Qi (Wei Qi). Supporting defensive Qi helps maintain the body's exterior defenses and its ability to adapt to environmental changes.
Blood and Stamina is traditionally used when cold hands and feet occur with fatigue, weakness, pale complexion, poor stamina, low vitality, or signs of insufficient Blood nourishment. In TCM, adequate Qi and Blood are necessary to nourish the extremities and maintain healthy circulation to the fingers, toes, hands, and feet.
Allergy Relief may be considered when cold sensitivity occurs together with seasonal allergies, environmental sensitivities, sneezing, runny nose, sinus discomfort, excessive mucus, or sensitivity to wind. It is traditionally used to support Lung function and promote a balanced response to seasonal and environmental challenges.
Together, these formulas provide a more comprehensive Traditional Chinese Medicine approach by supporting Yang Qi, Spleen function, Qi and Blood production, healthy circulation, defensive Qi, and the body's ability to maintain warmth throughout the extremities. The appropriate combination depends on the underlying TCM pattern and accompanying symptoms.*
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Benefits of Cold Hands and Feet Supplement
Supports Healthy Circulation to the Hands and Feet*
Cold hands and cold feet are often associated with reduced circulation and insufficient warming energy according to Traditional Chinese Medicine. This formula is traditionally used to support healthy circulation to the hands, feet, fingers, and toes while promoting warmth, comfort, and improved blood flow throughout the extremities.
Helps Warm the Body's Yang Energy*
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, Yang energy is responsible for warmth, vitality, circulation, and metabolic activity. This formula is traditionally used to help warm and support Yang energy, particularly when individuals experience chronic coldness, sensitivity to cold temperatures, or a persistent feeling of internal cold.
Supports Healthy Blood Vessel Function and Circulation*
Healthy circulation depends on the smooth movement of Qi and Blood throughout the body. This formula is traditionally used to support healthy blood vessel function, promote circulation, and help deliver nourishment to the hands, feet, muscles, and connective tissues.
Traditionally Used to Warm Cold Hands and Cold Feet*
Many individuals experience chronically cold fingers, cold toes, cold feet, or cold hands even in mild temperatures. This formula is traditionally used to support warmth in the extremities and help maintain comfortable circulation throughout the body.
Supports Kidney Yang and Spleen Yang Function*
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, Kidney Yang and Spleen Yang play important roles in warmth, circulation, energy production, digestion, and fluid regulation. This formula is traditionally used to support healthy Kidney and Spleen function and promote overall vitality.
Helps Maintain Comfort Associated with Cold-Induced Numbness and Tingling*
Reduced circulation and internal cold patterns may contribute to occasional numbness, tingling, or reduced sensation in the hands and feet. This formula is traditionally used to support circulation and promote greater comfort in the extremities.
Supports Healthy Circulation During Cold Weather*
Many individuals notice worsening symptoms during winter, cold temperatures, windy conditions, or seasonal transitions. This formula is traditionally used to support the body's ability to maintain warmth and circulation during colder environmental conditions.
Promotes Energy, Warmth, and Vitality*
When Yang energy becomes weakened, individuals may experience fatigue, low energy, cold intolerance, and reduced vitality. This formula is traditionally used to support healthy energy production, physical stamina, internal warmth, and overall vitality.
Supports Healthy Fluid Metabolism and Internal Balance*
Traditional Chinese Medicine teaches that healthy fluid metabolism depends on proper Spleen and Kidney function. This formula is traditionally used to support balanced fluid regulation, healthy circulation, and overall internal harmony.
Supports Healthy Digestion and Nutrient Utilization*
The digestive system plays a central role in generating Qi and Blood according to Traditional Chinese Medicine. This formula is traditionally used to support digestive function, nutrient absorption, and the body's ability to generate energy and warmth.
Supports Long-Term Circulatory Wellness*
Rather than focusing only on temporary cold sensations, this formula is traditionally used to support long-term circulation, healthy blood flow, warmth, vitality, and internal balance through consistent use over time.
Supports Healthy Aging and Physical Resilience*
As individuals age, circulation, warmth, and energy levels may gradually decline. This formula is traditionally used to support healthy aging, maintain physical resilience, and promote comfortable circulation throughout daily life.
Individual results may vary. Improvement often develops gradually as circulation, warmth, 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 Signs You May Need Cold Hands and Feet Supplement
This formula is most appropriate for patterns associated with internal cold, reduced circulation, Kidney Yang deficiency, Spleen Yang deficiency, and cold extremities according to Traditional Chinese herbal principles. Different individuals may experience different symptoms, such as:
Cold Hands and Cold Feet
Many individuals experience persistently cold hands, cold feet, cold fingers, or cold toes regardless of room temperature. Symptoms may be present throughout the year or become significantly worse during colder weather and seasonal transitions.
Poor Circulation to the Hands and Feet
Reduced circulation may contribute to cold extremities, delayed warming after cold exposure, decreased comfort in the fingers and toes, and a general feeling that blood flow is not reaching the outer areas of the body efficiently.
Cold Sensations in the Fingers and Toes
Some individuals experience recurring cold sensations that primarily affect the fingertips, fingers, toes, or feet. These symptoms may occur indoors, outdoors, during cold weather, or even when others feel comfortable.
Numbness, Tingling, or Reduced Sensation in the Extremities
Poor circulation and internal cold patterns may contribute to occasional numbness, tingling sensations, pins-and-needles feelings, or reduced sensation in the hands, fingers, feet, or toes.
Sensitivity to Cold Temperatures
Individuals may become uncomfortable quickly when exposed to cold weather, air conditioning, wind, rain, or cooler environments. They often require extra layers of clothing and may struggle to stay warm compared to others.
Hands and Feet That Take a Long Time to Warm Up
After exposure to cold temperatures, the hands and feet may remain cold for extended periods. Individuals often report difficulty restoring warmth even when indoors or under blankets.
Coldness Accompanied by Fatigue and Low Energy
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, chronic coldness is often associated with reduced Yang energy. Individuals may experience fatigue, low stamina, exhaustion, reduced motivation, and difficulty maintaining physical energy throughout the day.
Overall Chilled Feeling Throughout the Body
Some individuals experience a persistent sensation of feeling cold, chilled, or unable to stay warm. This may affect the entire body rather than only the hands and feet and may occur regardless of environmental temperature.
Discomfort That Worsens During Winter or Cold Weather
Symptoms may become more noticeable during winter months, rainy weather, cold climates, windy conditions, or seasonal transitions when the body's warming energy is challenged by external cold influences.
Cold-Related Stiffness in the Fingers, Hands, Toes, or Feet
Internal cold patterns may contribute to stiffness, tightness, reduced flexibility, or discomfort affecting the small joints of the hands and feet, particularly during cold weather or periods of inactivity.
Muscle Tightness or Spasms Associated with Cold Exposure
Some individuals notice occasional muscle tightness, spasms, cramping sensations, or discomfort that becomes more noticeable during cold weather, after exposure to cold environments, or when circulation is reduced.
Digestive Weakness Accompanied by Cold Patterns
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, weakened Spleen Yang may contribute to poor digestion, reduced appetite, abdominal coldness, low energy, and difficulty generating adequate warmth throughout the body.
Low Vitality and Reduced Physical Endurance
Individuals with long-standing cold patterns often report reduced vitality, poor stamina, fatigue, lack of motivation, and difficulty maintaining consistent energy levels during work, exercise, or routine daily activities.
Hunched Posture or Seeking Warmth Frequently
Many individuals naturally seek warm drinks, heated blankets, hot showers, warm environments, or adopt protective postures to conserve warmth when experiencing chronic internal cold patterns.
Individuals with more complex, chronic, recurring, or long-standing cold circulation patterns may benefit from combining this formula with additional herbal support to address underlying imbalances and promote long-term warmth, circulation, vitality, and overall wellness.
Diet and Lifestyle Tips for Cold Hands and Feet
According to traditional Chinese herbal principles, healthy circulation and warmth depend on strong Yang energy, proper digestion, balanced Blood flow, and healthy Qi movement throughout the body. Daily habits that support these functions may help promote long-term circulation, comfort, and vitality.
For best results:
- Eat regular, balanced meals on a consistent schedule
- Prioritize warm, freshly prepared foods over excessive cold or raw foods
- Stay physically active with regular walking, stretching, Tai Chi, Qigong, yoga, or other forms of movement
- Keep the hands, feet, and lower back warm, especially during cold weather
- Stay well hydrated with warm or room-temperature beverages
- Get adequate sleep and maintain a consistent sleep routine
- Manage stress through relaxation, meditation, deep breathing, or other healthy practices
- Spend time outdoors regularly and maintain an active lifestyle
- Support healthy digestion, as nutrient absorption plays an important role in energy and circulation
To support healthy circulation and warmth, it is recommended to limit:
- Excessive cold foods and iced beverages
- Highly processed foods
- Excess sugar and sugary beverages
- Deep-fried, greasy, or heavily processed foods
- Excess alcohol consumption
- Smoking and tobacco products
- Frequent late-night meals
- Prolonged inactivity or sitting for extended periods
Foods traditionally considered supportive for circulation and warmth include warm soups, bone broth, ginger, cinnamon, dates, lamb, cooked vegetables, whole grains, and other nourishing foods that support Qi, Blood, and Yang energy.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, healthy digestion is considered an important foundation for circulation because the Spleen helps transform food into Qi and Blood, which nourish the body and help maintain warmth in the hands, feet, and extremities.
Consistent nutrition, quality sleep, regular exercise, stress management, and proper digestive health are important foundations for supporting healthy circulation, warm hands and feet, energy, and long-term vitality.
Key Ingredients in Cold Hands and Feet Supplement
Cold Hands and Feet Supplement contains a carefully selected combination of traditional Chinese herbs that work together to support healthy circulation, warm Yang energy, nourish Blood, strengthen Qi, and promote overall vitality.
Cassia Twig (Gui Zhi)
Traditionally used to warm the channels, promote healthy circulation, and support the movement of Qi and Blood throughout the body. Gui Zhi is commonly used in Chinese herbal formulas designed to help maintain warmth in the hands, feet, and extremities.
Angelica Root (Dang Gui)
Traditionally used to nourish and support healthy Blood circulation. Dang Gui is one of the most widely used herbs in Traditional Chinese Medicine for supporting circulation, vitality, and overall wellness.
Dried Ginger (Gan Jiang)
Traditionally used to warm the body's internal systems, support digestive function, and strengthen Yang energy. Dried Ginger is commonly used to help maintain healthy circulation and comfort during cold conditions.
Membranous Milkvetch Root (Huang Qi)
Traditionally used to support Qi, vitality, and overall resilience. Huang Qi helps strengthen the body's energy reserves and supports healthy circulation and daily wellness.
Jujube (Da Zao)
Traditionally used to nourish Qi and Blood, support digestion, and harmonize herbal formulas. Jujube has long been used to promote overall vitality and wellness.
Prepared Licorice Root (Zhi Gan Cao)
Traditionally used to support digestion, strengthen Qi, and harmonize the actions of other herbs within the formula. Prepared Licorice Root is commonly included in traditional formulas that support energy and internal balance.
Pure Honey
Used as the traditional binding agent for Silkie Herbs honey-bound herbal pills. Honey has historically been used to harmonize herbal formulas, support digestion, help preserve freshness, and improve palatability.
Together, these herbs have traditionally been used to support healthy circulation, warm the body's Yang energy, nourish Blood, strengthen Qi, promote warmth in the hands and feet, and maintain overall vitality and wellness.*
*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 Serving Per Container 30 Amount Per Serving 3000mg |
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Herbal Blend: Cassia Twig Angelica Root Dried Ginger Membranous Milkvetch Root Jujube Prepared Licorice Root |
| Other ingredients: Pure honey to aid digestion and absorption |
How to Take Cold Hands and Feet Supplement
Adults or teenagers may take 1–10 pills once or twice daily with warm water, or as directed by a qualified healthcare practitioner. If taking medications or other supplements, allow at least 2 hours before or after using this product.
Healthy circulation, warmth, and energy levels develop gradually and are influenced by digestion, nutrition, physical activity, stress management, and overall wellness. Noticeable benefits may develop over several weeks of consistent use.
For best results, take consistently as directed. Traditional Chinese herbal formulas are often used daily as part of a long-term wellness routine to support circulation, warmth, vitality, and overall balance.
A Proven, Research-Backed Cold Hands and Feet Formula
Modern research on traditional herbs commonly used in warming and circulation-support formulas, particularly Cassia Twig (Gui Zhi), Angelica Root (Dang Gui), Dried Ginger (Gan Jiang), and Astragalus (Huang Qi), has explored their effects on circulation, vascular function, thermoregulation, antioxidant activity, and overall wellness. Studies published in journals such as Journal of Ethnopharmacology, Frontiers in Pharmacology, and Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy have investigated how these traditional herbs support healthy blood flow, peripheral circulation, and physiological balance.
Research on Angelica Root (Dang Gui) has examined its role in supporting healthy circulation and vascular function, while studies involving Cassia Twig (Gui Zhi) and Dried Ginger (Gan Jiang) have explored their traditional warming properties and influence on circulation and blood vessel function. Astragalus (Huang Qi) has also been studied for its effects on circulation, vitality, and overall physiological resilience.
From a Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective, cold hands and feet are often associated with insufficient Yang energy, reduced circulation of Qi and Blood, or an inability of the body's warming functions to reach the extremities. Traditional warming herbal formulas are designed to support Yang Qi, nourish Blood, promote healthy circulation, and help maintain warmth and comfort throughout the body.
Research References
Angelica sinensis (Dang Gui): Traditional Uses, Phytochemistry and Pharmacology (Journal of Ethnopharmacology)
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24716136/
Advances on the Pharmacological Effects of Astragalus membranaceus (Frontiers in Pharmacology)
https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphar.2020.00349/full
Protective Effects and Pharmacological Actions of Ginger and Its Bioactive Compounds (Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy)
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30677662/
Cinnamomum cassia: Phytochemistry, Pharmacological Properties and Traditional Applications (Journal of Ethnopharmacology)
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23567932/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cold Hands and Feet Formula used for?
Cold Hands and Feet Formula is traditionally used in Chinese herbal practice to support healthy circulation, warm cold extremities, and promote comfortable blood flow to the hands, feet, fingers, and toes. It may be beneficial for individuals who frequently experience cold hands and feet, cold fingers or toes, poor circulation, sensitivity to cold weather, or difficulty keeping the extremities warm.
How does Traditional Chinese Medicine view cold hands and feet?
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), chronically cold hands and feet may be associated with insufficient Yang Qi, Qi and Blood deficiency, impaired circulation, or Cold obstructing the normal movement of Qi and Blood. When the body's warming and circulating functions are weakened, warmth may not adequately reach the extremities, causing the hands, feet, fingers, and toes to feel persistently cold.
What causes cold hands and feet according to Traditional Chinese Medicine?
Traditional Chinese Medicine recognizes several patterns that may contribute to cold hands and feet, including Yang deficiency, Qi deficiency, Blood deficiency, Cold accumulation, and poor circulation of Qi and Blood. The appropriate TCM approach depends on the underlying pattern rather than the symptom of cold extremities alone.
What is Yang deficiency in Traditional Chinese Medicine?
Yang represents the body's warming, activating, and transformative functions in Traditional Chinese Medicine. When Yang becomes deficient, the body may have difficulty maintaining warmth and circulation. Common patterns associated with Yang deficiency may include cold hands and feet, sensitivity to cold temperatures, low energy, weakness, pale complexion, and a preference for warmth.
Who may benefit from Cold Hands and Feet Formula?
Individuals who frequently experience cold hands, cold feet, cold fingers, cold toes, sensitivity to cold temperatures, poor peripheral circulation, or difficulty warming their extremities may choose Cold Hands and Feet Formula as part of their wellness routine. It is particularly suited to TCM patterns involving Cold and insufficient warming or circulating function.
Why are my hands and feet always cold?
Persistent cold hands and feet may have many possible causes. From a Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective, frequently cold extremities can occur when Yang Qi is insufficient or when Qi and Blood are not circulating efficiently to the hands and feet. The pattern may become more noticeable during cold weather, fatigue, stress, or periods of physical weakness.
Can poor circulation cause cold hands and feet?
Reduced circulation to the extremities can contribute to cold sensations in the hands, feet, fingers, and toes. Traditional Chinese Medicine emphasizes the free movement of Qi and Blood throughout the body. When circulation becomes sluggish or obstructed, the extremities may not receive sufficient warmth and nourishment.
Why do my fingers and toes get colder than the rest of my body?
The fingers and toes are located farthest from the center of the body and depend on healthy peripheral circulation. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, insufficient Yang Qi or impaired movement of Qi and Blood may make it more difficult for warmth to reach these areas, causing the fingers and toes to become cold more easily.
Why are my hands and feet colder during winter?
Cold weather can challenge the body's ability to maintain warmth, particularly in the extremities. Traditional Chinese Medicine considers external Cold capable of slowing or constraining the movement of Qi and Blood. Individuals with underlying Yang, Qi, or Blood deficiency may therefore notice that cold hands and feet become more pronounced during fall and winter.
Can stress make cold hands and feet worse?
Stress may influence circulation and the normal movement of Qi throughout the body. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, prolonged emotional stress may contribute to Qi stagnation, which can interfere with the smooth circulation of Qi and Blood. Some individuals therefore notice colder hands or feet during periods of stress, tension, or emotional strain.
Can fatigue and low energy occur with cold hands and feet?
Yes. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, cold extremities accompanied by fatigue, weakness, low stamina, or feeling cold easily may suggest that the body's Qi or Yang is insufficient. Because Qi supports movement and Yang provides warmth, weakness in these functions may affect both energy levels and the body's ability to maintain comfortable warmth.
Why is circulation important for keeping the hands and feet warm?
Healthy circulation helps transport warmth and nourishment throughout the body. Traditional Chinese Medicine teaches that Qi moves Blood and that both must circulate freely for the extremities to remain adequately nourished and warm. Supporting healthy circulation is therefore an important part of the traditional approach to persistent cold hands and feet.
Does Traditional Chinese Medicine distinguish between poor circulation and Yang deficiency?
Yes. Poor circulation and Yang deficiency are related but are not considered identical TCM patterns. Yang deficiency involves insufficient warming and activating energy, while impaired circulation may involve stagnation or inadequate movement of Qi and Blood. Some individuals may have characteristics of more than one pattern.
How long should I take Cold Hands and Feet Formula?
Every individual is different. The length of use depends on the underlying TCM pattern, severity and duration of coldness, overall constitution, lifestyle, season, and consistency of use. Some individuals use Cold Hands and Feet Formula during colder seasons, while others use it for a longer period to support circulation and constitutional warmth. Long-term use is best discussed with a qualified practitioner.
Can I take Cold Hands and Feet Formula with other Silkie Herbs formulas?
Many Silkie Herbs formulas are designed to complement one another according to individual Traditional Chinese Medicine patterns. Cold Hands and Feet Formula may be combined with formulas that support Blood and Stamina, Spleen Support, Heartburn Formula, Allergy Relief, Kidney Support Yin, Kidney Support Yang, Immune Booster, Energy Endurance, or circulation depending on the individual's constitution and wellness needs.
When is the best time to take Cold Hands and Feet Formula?
Cold Hands and Feet Formula may be taken according to the directions on the label or your practitioner's recommendation. Consistent use may be preferred when supporting healthy circulation, constitutional warmth, and comfortable hands and feet according to Traditional Chinese Medicine principles.
What herbs are included in Cold Hands and Feet Formula?
Cold Hands and Feet Formula contains a carefully selected blend of Cassia Twig (Gui Zhi), Angelica Root (Dang Gui), Dried Ginger (Gan Jiang), Membranous Milkvetch Root (Huang Qi), Jujube (Da Zao), and Prepared Licorice Root (Zhi Gan Cao), along with pure honey as the binding agent. These herbs have traditionally been used in Chinese herbal practice to warm the body, support Qi and Blood, promote healthy circulation, and help warmth reach the extremities.
What is Cassia Twig traditionally used for in Chinese herbal medicine?
Cassia Twig, traditionally known as Gui Zhi, is a warming herb commonly used in Chinese herbal practice to support Yang Qi and encourage the circulation of Qi and Blood. It is frequently included in traditional formulas intended to warm the channels and support comfortable circulation to the hands and feet.
What is Angelica Root traditionally used for?
Angelica Root, commonly known as Dang Gui, is traditionally used to nourish and invigorate Blood. In Chinese herbal formulas, it is often combined with warming and Qi-supporting herbs when both nourishment and healthy circulation are important.
Why is Dried Ginger included in a formula for cold hands and feet?
Dried Ginger, known traditionally as Gan Jiang, is considered a warming herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine. It is commonly used in formulas designed to warm the interior and support the body's Yang. Its warming properties make it particularly relevant to traditional patterns characterized by internal Cold and cold extremities.
Why is Membranous Milkvetch Root included in Cold Hands and Feet Formula?
Membranous Milkvetch Root, traditionally known as Huang Qi, is widely used in Chinese herbal practice to support Qi and overall vitality. Because healthy Qi helps support the movement of Blood and the body's normal warming functions, Huang Qi is traditionally combined with other herbs when weakness and insufficient circulation accompany cold extremities.
Can Cold Hands and Feet Formula be used during winter?
Many individuals choose to use Cold Hands and Feet Formula during fall and winter when cold temperatures make cold fingers, cold toes, and sensitivity to cold more noticeable. Others may use it throughout the year when cold extremities are associated with their underlying TCM constitution.
Can Cold Hands and Feet Formula be taken daily?
Many individuals choose to take Cold Hands and Feet Formula consistently as part of a wellness routine for healthy circulation and constitutional warmth. Appropriate frequency and duration depend on the individual's Traditional Chinese Medicine pattern and the directions provided with the formula.
What foods help support warmth and circulation according to Traditional Chinese Medicine?
Traditional Chinese Medicine commonly emphasizes warm, freshly cooked foods when the body shows signs of Cold or weakened Yang. Soups, broths, cooked vegetables, quality proteins, ginger, and other warming foods may be incorporated into the diet, while excessive amounts of iced beverages and very cold or raw foods are often limited when constitutional Cold is present.
What makes Silkie Herbs Cold Hands and Feet Formula different?
Silkie Herbs formulas are rooted in five generations of traditional herbal practice. Each formula is based on classical Traditional Chinese Medicine principles and uses carefully selected medicinal herbs prepared as traditional honey-bound herbal pills. We do not use capsules, compressed tablets, artificial fillers, synthetic binders, or unnecessary additives. Every batch is manufactured in the United States and undergoes rigorous quality testing to support consistency, purity, and authenticity.
Why are Silkie Herbs formulas made as honey-bound pills?
Silkie Herbs uses traditional honey-bound herbal pills rather than capsules or compressed tablets. Pure honey acts as a natural binding agent and has traditionally been used in Chinese herbal medicine to harmonize formulas and support digestion. This method allows us to avoid many of the synthetic fillers, binders, lubricants, and flow agents commonly found in modern supplements.
Are Silkie Herbs formulas third-party tested?
Yes. Silkie Herbs performs testing throughout the production process, from raw herb verification to finished product testing. This includes screening for identity, purity, heavy metals, pesticides, and microbial contaminants to help ensure quality and consistency.
Where are Silkie Herbs products made?
Silkie Herbs formulas are manufactured and packaged in the United States. Each formula is produced under strict quality standards while following traditional Chinese herbal principles and preparation methods.
What makes traditional Chinese herbal formulas different from single-herb supplements?
Traditional Chinese herbal formulas are carefully balanced combinations of herbs designed to work together according to classical TCM principles. Rather than relying on a single ingredient, each herb serves a specific role within the formula to support the overall traditional treatment principle, such as warming Yang, nourishing Blood, strengthening Qi, and promoting healthy circulation.
Why does Silkie Herbs use traditional herbal preparation methods?
Many herbs are traditionally processed using methods known as Pao Zhi (炮製), which may include roasting, steaming, honey-frying, wine-frying, fermenting, or aging. These preparation methods have been used for centuries in Traditional Chinese Medicine to refine the properties of herbs and support their traditional functions.
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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- Traditional Herb Preparation Methods (Pao Zhi)
- 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 any signs of discomfort or irritation occur, discontinue use and consult your physician.
Please note that a TCM formula is prescribed based on a diagnosed pattern and multiple formulas are usually prescribed to treat the whole person. Please consult a professional TCM practitioner, they will be best able to guide you.
Consult your healthcare provider before use if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medications, or have a medical condition.
Ingredients
Ingredients
Cassia twig
Cassia Twig (Gui Zhi) is known for its warming properties, helping to release cold from the body and promote circulation. It is often used in TCM to tonify Yang and improve blood flow, particularly in cases of cold extremities.
Prepared licorice root
Prepared Licorice Root (Zhi Gan Cao) is a harmonizer in TCM formulas, ensuring that the effects of other herbs work in synergy. It helps boost energy levels, strengthen the digestive system, and improve circulation, which can help address the underlying causes of cold extremities.
Membranous milkvetch root
Membranous Milkvetch Root (Huang Qi) is known for its ability to strengthen the immune system and tonify Qi (vital energy). By boosting overall energy levels, Membranous Milkvetch Root can help increase warmth and vitality, addressing the root causes of cold hands and feet.
Angelica Root
Angelica Root (Dang Gui) is used in TCM to invigorate blood circulation and nourish the body. It helps improve warmth and energy in the body, which can relieve symptoms of cold hands and feet.
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Here's my story.
If you feel skeptical or unsure of Chinese herbal remedies, I could hardly blame you. I wasn't a believer either until my daughter grew very sick and my father (the 4th generation herbalist) helped her get better with herbs.
I was born into a family of herbalists. My father, my grandfather, my great-grandfather, great-great grandfather were all herbalists. I represent the 5th generation in this long lineage dating back to Imperial China.
When I was three or four years old, I started to learn herbal songs and how to identify herbs. As I got older, I was taught how to process the herbs while working in my dad’s clinic in Vietnam. After we immigrated to the United States, my dad asked me if I wanted to pursue a career in TCM as an herbalist or acupuncturist. I said, “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 10 days old, I had to take her to the ER for IV injections into her little hand because she couldn’t keep milk down. Besides vomiting, she also was having diarrhea. Catherine was losing nutrition from both ends, so her tiny body was shrinking. At that time my dad warned me, “She needs to be treated with herbal medicine, otherwise she will have seizures later on.” I didn’t fully understand what my dad was talking about, so I ignored him.
My daughter got so ill that she could only take half an ounce of milk per hour. Before feeding her, I would use a syringe and shoot Zantac into her mouth to lessen the vomiting. As time passed, she needed milk more often, and consequently more Zantac. By the time Catherine was 8 months old, she needed to be fed and medicated 11 times a day.
I could hardly sleep, eat, shower or rest. Even at night, I had to drape my daughter over my shoulder for her to sleep. If I put Catherine down, she would vomit. I barely had time to squeeze in a 5-minute shower once or twice a week for myself. I was exhausted, but what could I do? I had to care for my daughter and do my best to survive each day with the hope that she would get better or at the very least her condition would not worsen.
Catherine had to wear a turtleneck with two sweaters along with a baby cap and scarf to be outside during the heat of summer, even when temperatures were 100 plus degrees. If I didn’t cover her up, she would have a runny nose, cough, and non stop vomiting. How will she be able to go to school or anywhere with air conditioning?
One day we went to a Vietnamese pho restaurant. After I set Catherine down into the high-chair, I turned around and adjusted my chair. Then I heard a woman’s shout, “Look at her!” I looked in the direction she pointed. It was Catherine…her eyes rolled up and her entire body stiff and shaking with fluid coming out of her mouth. Someone said, “Squeeze some lemon into her mouth.” I did it without hesitating and Catherine’s body relaxed.
We rushed her to the ER. For 3 days she was in the NICU where they monitored her brain. The doctors told me I was lucky because my daughter’s seizure didn’t last for more than 3 minutes which would have damaged her brain. After that I always carried a piece of lemon because I had no idea when my baby girl might have another seizure.
The seizures started to come weekly, so the doctor prescribed anti-seizure medication. Catherine wasn’t even 1 year of age, and already she was taking Zantac 11 times plus anti-seizure medicine 3 times a day. It was nearly impossible to administer the anti-seizure medicine because whenever I took out the syringe, she would cry and start vomiting.
I took Catherine to see a specialist at CHOC. I asked, “Doctor, have you ever seen any infant with this condition get well?” The doctor replied, “It depends. Some will grow out of it, but some don’t. If they don’t, then they will have to take medication for the rest of their life.”
“What do you mean by grow out of it?” The doctor explained that Catherine might get better by herself as she got older.
My mind was racing. “All this time the prescribed medication has not been treating her stomach?” The doctor said, “No, it only helps to guide the food down, so she won’t vomit it back up. That’s why you have to give it to her before the feeding.”
“Well, what if she doesn’t grow out of it?” In that case, Catherine will be dependent upon medication for the rest of her life. The doctor further informed me that she too was born with gastro reflux and is still taking medicine for the condition.
Her statement was like lightning in my brain. If the doctor can’t even treat herself for gastro reflux, how can she help my daughter? Seeing the futility of my path, I turned to my dad for help.
My dad advised me to stop all western drugs and to give her an herbal prescription 3 times a day. Administering medicine 3 times instead of 14 times a day to Catherine was a godsend to me. Even though it sounded too good to be true, I figured that I could still give Zantac to Catherine if she didn’t get better or continued to vomit.
After one month of herbs 3 times a day, Catherine vomited less and less. To test Catherine, I let her cry to see if she would vomit. She didn’t, so I knew she was getting better. After another month of herbal medicine, Catherine was able to wear less clothing without getting a runny nose, coughing, or vomiting. After 3 months of herbal formulas, she stopped having episodes of gastro reflux and seizure. Catherine will enjoy a normal, healthy life.
Because of Catherine’s dramatic recovery, I was sold on Chinese medicine and asked my dad to treat me. I fainted very easily, especially during the winter. After a few months of herbal formulas, I have never fainted again.
I started to have time to think and tried to understand why a piece of lemon helps to relax the muscles and stop a seizure. Lemon is a common citrus, yet it has magical powers that we don’t understand and underestimate. I wanted to learn more and find answers, so I decided to go to China which has a long history of herbal medicine. I went to TCM schools in China and Hong Kong and worked in the TCM hospitals to learn from the best herbal doctors in the world.
When I was there, I knew one day I would want to become an herbalist, but how can I get a steady supply of high-quality herbs. My dad and I backpacked across China and visited many farmlands. We interviewed farmers to grow herbs for us. Our products are used with the highest quality herbs that have been harvested at the height of their potency. They are substantially more expensive than less potent herbs that were harvested in the pre- or post-season.
After I came back to the United State, I worked with my dad and learned from his experiences and studied the formulas that our ancestors passed down. What I have been through helped me to understand the importance of health. Without health, don’t even talk about career, beauty, education, freedom, etc. I now have worked with many families who have suffered as I have. Their endearing appreciation drives me to work harder.
Our namesake "Silkie" is a Chinese breed of chicken that is well known for its calm and friendly temperament. They are gentle and caring and make wonderful mothers. A Silkie loves nothing more than brooding a cluster of eggs, whether they are hers or not, even if they are "duck eggs". We share the same outlook and care for our clients the same way we care for our own family.