What Is Allergy Relief Supplement?
Allergy Relief is a traditional Chinese herbal formula designed to support a healthy immune response, clear excess heat and wind, and promote respiratory comfort. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), recurring allergies are often associated with imbalances involving the Lung, Liver, and defensive Qi (Wei Qi), which help protect the body from external environmental influences.
When these systems become imbalanced, individuals may experience seasonal or environmental sensitivities that affect the nose, eyes, skin, and respiratory system. Common symptoms may include sneezing, runny or stuffy nose, itchy eyes, watery eyes, skin irritation, hives, or sensitivity to pollen, dust, pet dander, and other environmental triggers.
Allergy Relief is based on traditional Chinese herbal principles and contains herbs traditionally used to support the body's natural defenses, promote healthy respiratory function, calm allergic irritation, and help clear excess heat, wind, and dampness from the body. The formula is commonly used by individuals seeking seasonal allergy support, respiratory wellness, and long-term immune balance.*
Common Signs of Allergy Imbalance in Traditional Chinese Medicine
- Sneezing
- Runny nose
- Nasal congestion
- Itchy or watery eyes
- Seasonal allergies
- Environmental sensitivities
- Skin itching
- Hives or rashes
- Yellow, Green or clear nasal discharge
- Recurring allergy flare-ups
Why Choose Silkie Herbs Allergy Relief?
- Based on classical Chinese herbal principles
- Carefully selected medicinal herbs
- Designed to support immune balance and respiratory wellness
- Traditionally used for seasonal and environmental allergy support
- Crafted to address underlying patterns rather than temporarily masking symptoms
Non-GMO | Gluten-Free | No sugar, corn, or dairy | No artificial colors, flavors, preservatives, chemical binders, or wax
100% Pure all natural herbs, blended, made, 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.
Benefits of Allergy Relief Supplement
Seasonal Allergy Relief*
This formula is traditionally used to support comfort during seasonal allergy season and help maintain balance during periods of increased exposure to pollen, grass, weeds, and other common seasonal allergens. Many individuals use this formula to support overall wellness during spring, summer, and fall seasonal transitions.
Environmental Allergy Support*
Environmental sensitivities can affect comfort throughout the year. This formula is traditionally used to support individuals who experience recurring reactions to dust, pet dander, mold, weather changes, air pollution, and other environmental triggers that may contribute to seasonal or year-round discomfort.
Healthy Immune System Function*
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, healthy immune function depends on strong Defensive Qi (Wei Qi) and balanced Lung and Spleen function. This formula is traditionally used to support the body's natural defenses and promote long-term immune resilience and wellness.
Nasal Comfort and Clear Breathing*
This formula is traditionally used to support nasal comfort, healthy sinus function, and clear breathing. It may be beneficial for individuals who experience recurring nasal congestion, sinus pressure, stuffy nose, blocked nasal passages, or seasonal sinus discomfort.
Sneezing and Runny Nose Support*
Frequent sneezing, runny nose, and excessive nasal discharge are among the most common signs of seasonal and environmental sensitivities. This formula is traditionally used to support overall nasal wellness and promote greater comfort during allergy season.
Itchy and Watery Eye Support*
Environmental and seasonal allergens can often affect eye comfort. This formula is traditionally used to support healthy eye function and help maintain comfort associated with itchy eyes, watery eyes, irritated eyes, red eyes, and seasonal eye sensitivity.
Skin Comfort During Allergy Flare-Ups*
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, the skin is closely connected to Defensive Qi and Lung function. This formula is traditionally used to support skin comfort and help maintain healthy skin during periods of seasonal sensitivity, itching, irritation, or recurring skin discomfort.
Healthy Respiratory Function*
The Lung system plays an important role in Traditional Chinese Medicine's understanding of immunity and environmental adaptation. This formula is traditionally used to support respiratory wellness, healthy breathing, and overall Lung system balance.
Healthy Response to Pollen Exposure*
Many individuals experience recurring discomfort during periods of high pollen exposure. This formula is traditionally used to support the body's natural adaptation to seasonal environmental influences and promote greater comfort during pollen season.
Long-Term Immune Balance*
Rather than focusing only on temporary symptoms, this formula is traditionally used to support long-term immune balance, strengthen Defensive Qi (Wei Qi), and promote greater seasonal resilience over time according to Traditional Chinese herbal principles.
Individual results may vary. Improvement occurs gradually as internal balance is restored.
*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 Allergy Relief
This formula is most appropriate for patterns associated with seasonal allergies, environmental sensitivities, weakened Defensive Qi (Wei Qi), and recurring allergic tendencies according to Traditional Chinese herbal principles. Different individuals may experience different symptoms, such as:
Frequent Sneezing, Runny Nose, Stuffy Nose, Nasal Congestion, or Postnasal Drip
Recurring sneezing, excessive nasal discharge, chronic runny nose, stuffy nose, sinus congestion, blocked nasal passages, or postnasal drip that tends to worsen during seasonal changes, pollen exposure, windy conditions, or contact with environmental allergens.
Itchy, Watery, Red, or Irritated Eyes Associated with Seasonal Allergies
Eye discomfort that develops during allergy season may include itchy eyes, watery eyes, excessive tearing, red eyes, irritated eyes, puffy eyes, or increased sensitivity to pollen, dust, pet dander, and other environmental triggers.
Scratchy Throat, Throat Irritation, or Discomfort Related to Airborne Allergens
Some individuals experience recurring throat discomfort, scratchy throat, throat tickling, frequent throat clearing, dry throat, or irritation associated with environmental sensitivities, airborne particles, seasonal allergens, or postnasal drainage.
Itchy Skin, Hives, Skin Rashes, or Allergy-Related Skin Reactions
Environmental sensitivities may also affect the skin. Individuals may experience recurring itching, skin irritation, hives, rashes, redness, skin sensitivity, or seasonal skin discomfort that tends to appear repeatedly during periods of allergen exposure.
Sensitivities Triggered by Pollen, Dust, Pet Dander, Seasonal Changes, or Other Environmental Factors
Many individuals notice symptoms that worsen after exposure to pollen, grass, weeds, dust mites, mold, pet dander, weather changes, strong odors, air pollution, or other environmental influences that challenge the body's natural defenses.
Recurring Seasonal Allergy Symptoms Year After Year
Some individuals experience allergy symptoms during the same season each year, particularly during spring and fall. These recurring patterns may include sneezing, congestion, itchy eyes, runny nose, sinus discomfort, and environmental sensitivity.
Sensitivity to Weather Changes and Wind Exposure
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, external environmental influences such as wind can contribute to recurring seasonal discomfort. Individuals may notice symptoms become more noticeable during windy weather, sudden temperature shifts, or changing seasonal conditions.
Frequent Sinus Congestion and Sinus Pressure
Recurring sinus congestion, sinus pressure, facial fullness, blocked nasal passages, or discomfort around the nose and forehead may occur in individuals with long-standing seasonal or environmental sensitivities.
Individuals with more complex, chronic, recurring, or long-standing allergy patterns may benefit from combining this formula with additional herbal support to address underlying imbalances and promote greater seasonal and environmental resilience over time.
Diet & Lifestyle Tips for Allergy Relief
According to traditional Chinese herbal principles, seasonal wellness and environmental resilience are supported by healthy digestion, balanced immune function, strong defensive Qi (Wei Qi), and proper Lung function. Daily habits that support these systems may help promote long-term respiratory and immune wellness.
For best results:
- Eat regular, balanced meals on a consistent schedule
- Prioritize warm, freshly prepared foods over excessive cold or raw foods
- Get adequate sleep and maintain a consistent sleep routine
- Stay physically active with regular exercise, walking, Tai Chi, Qigong, or other forms of movement
- Manage stress through relaxation, meditation, deep breathing, or other healthy practices
- Spend time outdoors regularly while being mindful of seasonal pollen levels and environmental triggers
- Stay well hydrated throughout the day
- Dress appropriately during seasonal weather changes and avoid prolonged exposure to wind, cold, or damp conditions.
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Allow adequate time for rest and recovery during periods of increased physical, emotional, or seasonal stress
To support respiratory, immune, and seasonal wellness, it is recommended to limit:
- Highly processed foods
- Excess sugar and sugary beverages
- Deep-fried, greasy, or heavily processed foods
- Excess alcohol consumption
- Smoking and tobacco products
- Excessive dairy products if they contribute to mucus production
- Excessive cold foods and iced beverages
- Irregular eating habits and frequent late-night meals
Foods traditionally considered supportive for seasonal wellness include warm soups, cooked vegetables, mushrooms, garlic, ginger, pears, dates, whole grains, and other nourishing foods that support healthy Lung and Spleen function.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, healthy digestion is considered an important foundation of immune and respiratory health because the Spleen helps transform food into Qi and Blood, while the Lung helps distribute defensive Qi (Wei Qi) throughout the body to support resilience against seasonal and environmental challenges.
Consistent nutrition, quality sleep, regular exercise, stress management, proper digestive health, and healthy respiratory function are important foundations for supporting seasonal wellness, environmental resilience, immune health, and long-term vitality.
Key Ingredients in Allergy Relief Formula
Allergy Relief contains a carefully selected combination of traditional Chinese herbs that work together to support seasonal wellness, respiratory comfort, healthy sinus function, and environmental resilience.
Magnolia Flower (Xin Yi Hua)
Traditionally used in Chinese herbal practice to support nasal comfort, healthy sinus function, and clear breathing. Magnolia Flower has long been included in formulas designed to maintain comfort during seasonal and environmental challenges.
Mint (Bo He)
Traditionally used to help disperse wind, support respiratory comfort, and promote the smooth circulation of Qi. Mint is commonly included in formulas that support seasonal wellness and environmental balance.
Scutellaria Root (Huang Qin)
Traditionally used to clear excess Heat, support respiratory wellness, and promote internal balance. Huang Qin has been widely used in Chinese herbal practice to maintain comfort during periods of environmental stress.
Dahurian Angelica Root (Bai Zhi)
Traditionally used to support sinus health, nasal comfort, and healthy circulation. Bai Zhi is frequently included in formulas that help maintain comfort during seasonal changes and environmental sensitivities.
Forsythia Fruit (Lian Qiao)
Traditionally used to clear excess Heat and support the body's natural defenses. Forsythia has a long history of use in formulas designed to promote seasonal wellness and maintain internal balance.
Xanthium Fruit (Cang Er Zi)
Traditionally used to support nasal passages, sinus comfort, and healthy breathing. Xanthium is one of the most commonly used herbs in Traditional Chinese Medicine for supporting comfort associated with seasonal and environmental challenges.
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 seasonal wellness, respiratory comfort, sinus health, environmental resilience, healthy breathing, and overall well-being throughout the year.*
*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: Magnolia Flower Mint Scute Dahurian Angelica Root Forsythia Xanthium |
| Other ingredients: Pure honey to aid digestion and absorption |
How to Take Allergy Relief Supplement
Adults or teenagers may take 5–10 pills once or twice daily with warm water. Children under 18 take 3 to 5 pills once or twice daily 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.
Seasonal and environmental sensitivities may take time to improve. Noticeable benefits often develop over several weeks of consistent use, especially when started before seasonal changes.
For best results, take consistently as directed. Traditional Chinese herbal formulas are often used daily as part of a long-term wellness routine.
A Proven, Research-Backed Allergy Relief Formula
Modern research on traditional herbs commonly used in allergy and respiratory wellness formulas, particularly Magnolia Flower (Xin Yi Hua), Xanthium (Cang Er Zi), Forsythia (Lian Qiao), and Scutellaria (Huang Qin), has explored their effects on respiratory health, antioxidant activity, inflammatory pathways, and overall immune balance. Studies have investigated the bioactive compounds found in these herbs and their traditional use in supporting healthy nasal passages, seasonal wellness, and respiratory comfort.
Additional research published in Journal of Ethnopharmacology, Frontiers in Pharmacology, and other peer-reviewed journals has examined the pharmacological activities of Scutellaria baicalensis (Huang Qin), Forsythia suspensa (Lian Qiao), and Magnolia Flower (Xin Yi Hua), including their antioxidant properties, support for healthy inflammatory responses, and roles in maintaining respiratory wellness. These herbs have been used for centuries in Traditional Chinese Medicine to support balance during seasonal and environmental changes.
From a Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective, seasonal allergy symptoms are often associated with Wind invasion, weakened defensive Qi (Wei Qi), and imbalances affecting the Lung system. Traditional formulas containing Magnolia Flower, Xanthium, Mint, Dahurian Angelica Root, Scutellaria, and Forsythia are commonly used to support the body's natural defenses, promote healthy Lung function, and maintain comfort during seasonal transitions.
Research References
Scutellaria baicalensis Georgi: A Review of Traditional Uses, Botany, Phytochemistry, Pharmacology and Toxicology (Journal of Ethnopharmacology)
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28760668/
Forsythia suspensa: Ethnopharmacology, Phytochemistry and Pharmacology Review (Journal of Ethnopharmacology)
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25046651/
Magnolia Flower (Magnolia biondii) and Traditional Respiratory Applications (Frontiers in Pharmacology)
https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphar.2020.540014/full
Xanthium sibiricum and Bioactive Compound Research (Journal of Ethnopharmacology)
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24316282/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Allergy Relief used for?
Allergy Relief is traditionally used in Chinese herbal practice to support a healthy immune response, promote respiratory comfort, support sinus health, and help maintain balance during seasonal and environmental allergy challenges. It is commonly used by individuals experiencing sneezing, itchy eyes, runny nose, nasal congestion, sinus discomfort, and other allergy-related symptoms.
What types of allergies may Allergy Relief support?
Individuals commonly use Allergy Relief for seasonal allergies, hay fever, environmental allergies, pollen allergies, dust sensitivities, pet dander exposure, mold sensitivities, and symptoms such as sneezing, itchy eyes, watery eyes, runny nose, nasal congestion, postnasal drip, and skin irritation.
What is allergic rhinitis?
Allergic rhinitis, often called hay fever, is a common condition characterized by sneezing, nasal congestion, runny nose, itchy eyes, watery eyes, and sinus discomfort triggered by environmental allergens such as pollen, dust, mold, or pet dander. Many individuals seek allergy support during periods of increased allergen exposure.
How does Traditional Chinese Medicine view allergies?
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, allergies are often associated with imbalances involving the Lung, Liver, Spleen, and defensive Qi (Wei Qi). When these systems become weakened or out of balance, the body may become more sensitive to environmental influences. Chinese herbal formulas are traditionally used to support balance, resilience, and overall wellness.
What is Wei Qi (Defensive Qi)?
Wei Qi, often called Defensive Qi in Traditional Chinese Medicine, is considered the body's protective energy that helps defend against external environmental influences. Strong Wei Qi is traditionally associated with respiratory health, seasonal resilience, immune balance, and overall vitality. Many Chinese herbal formulas are designed to support and strengthen Wei Qi.
What causes allergies according to Traditional Chinese Medicine?
Traditional Chinese Medicine teaches that allergies may be influenced by weakened defensive Qi, Lung Qi deficiency, Spleen Qi deficiency, internal dampness, wind invasion, or imbalances affecting the body's ability to properly respond to environmental triggers. Treatment traditionally focuses on supporting underlying balance rather than simply addressing symptoms.
Can Allergy Relief help with seasonal allergies?
Many individuals choose to use Allergy Relief during spring, summer, and fall allergy seasons to support comfort when exposed to pollen, grasses, weeds, trees, and other seasonal allergens. Consistent use is often preferred during periods of increased allergen exposure.
Can Allergy Relief help with sneezing, itchy eyes, and runny nose?
The herbs in this formula have traditionally been used in Chinese herbal practice to support respiratory comfort and help maintain normal responses to environmental irritants that may contribute to sneezing, itchy eyes, watery eyes, nasal congestion, and runny nose.
Can allergies affect the sinuses?
Many individuals with allergies experience sinus congestion, sinus pressure, postnasal drip, and difficulty breathing through the nose. Traditional Chinese Medicine often addresses both the allergy response and sinus discomfort to support overall respiratory wellness.
Who may benefit from Allergy Relief?
Individuals looking to support seasonal wellness, respiratory comfort, sinus health, immune balance, and healthy responses to environmental allergens may choose Allergy Relief as part of their wellness routine.
How long should I take Allergy Relief?
Every individual is different. Some people choose to use Allergy Relief during allergy season, while others may use it for longer periods to support immune balance and overall wellness. Long-term use is best discussed with a qualified practitioner.
Can I take Allergy Relief with other Silkie Herbs formulas?
Many Silkie Herbs formulas are designed to complement one another. Allergy Relief is often combined with formulas such as Immune Booster, Sinus Support, Cough Relief (H), Asthma (H), Spleen Support, Itch and Rash, Itch and Rash (X), Kidney Support Yin, and other formulas depending on an individual's constitution and wellness goals.
When is the best time to take Allergy Relief?
Allergy Relief may be taken according to the directions on the label or your practitioner's recommendation. Many individuals choose to take it consistently during allergy season or before anticipated exposure to environmental allergens.
What herbs are included in Allergy Relief?
Allergy Relief contains a carefully selected blend of Magnolia Flower (Xin Yi Hua), Mint (Bo He), Scutellaria Root (Huang Qin), Dahurian Angelica Root (Bai Zhi), Forsythia Fruit (Lian Qiao), and Xanthium Fruit (Cang Er Zi), along with pure honey as the binding agent. These herbs have traditionally been used in Chinese herbal practice to support sinus health, respiratory comfort, healthy immune function, and seasonal wellness.
Can Allergy Relief be used year-round?
Many individuals choose to use Allergy Relief throughout the year when exposed to ongoing environmental triggers such as dust, mold, pet dander, or seasonal allergens. Others prefer to use it primarily during allergy seasons.
Why does Traditional Chinese Medicine focus on the Lung and Spleen for allergies?
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the Lung governs respiration and defensive Qi (Wei Qi), while the Spleen supports digestion and the production of Qi and Blood. When these systems are functioning properly, the body is traditionally believed to be more resilient to seasonal and environmental challenges.
Can digestive health affect allergies?
Traditional Chinese Medicine views digestion as an important foundation of immune health. The Spleen and Stomach help transform food into Qi and nourishment that support defensive Qi (Wei Qi). Healthy digestion is traditionally believed to contribute to greater overall resilience and balance.
Can Allergy Relief be taken daily?
Many individuals choose to take Allergy Relief daily during allergy season or periods of ongoing allergen exposure. Consistent use is often preferred when supporting respiratory comfort, seasonal wellness, and overall immune balance according to Traditional Chinese Medicine principles.
What foods may help support allergy wellness?
Traditional Chinese Medicine often recommends warm, freshly prepared foods, adequate hydration, balanced meals, and limiting foods that may contribute to dampness and mucus production. Individual dietary recommendations may vary depending on constitution and symptom patterns.
What foods are commonly avoided during allergy season?
Many Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioners recommend limiting excessive dairy products, greasy foods, processed foods, alcohol, iced beverages, and foods that may contribute to excess mucus or dampness. Dietary recommendations should be individualized based on each person's constitution.
What makes Silkie Herbs Allergy Relief 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 promote balance, harmony, and overall wellness.
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
- Traditional Chinese Herbal Formulas
- Honey-Bound Herbal Pills
- No Capsules
- No Tablets
- No Artificial Binders or Fillers
- Made in the USA
- Third-Party Tested
- Authentic Medicinal-Grade Herbs
- 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
Magnolia flower bud
Magnolia flower (Xin Yi Hua) helps unblock nasal passages and expel wind-cold, providing relief from congestion and sneezing.
Mint
Mint (Bo He) clears wind-heat trapped in the head, eyes, and throat area, reducing symptoms such as itchiness and irritation.
Scute
Scute (Huang Qin) removes dampness (phlegm) with yellow or green mucus, addressing symptoms of nasal discharge and congestion.
Forsythia
Forsythia (Lian Qiao) removes toxic heat and inflammation, providing relief from inflammatory symptoms associated with allergies.
honey is the only binding agent
no artificial fillers or ingredients
herbs harvested at the height of potency
100% Natural
Our herbal supplements are made with natural honey as the binder. Honey can support the lungs, intestine, spleen, and stomach; It works as a natural preservative with antibacterial and healing properties. Unlike other herbal supplement companies that use starch, magnesium, and other chemical substances as binders for their supplements, we only use 100% honey. We also avoid using vegetable capsules because they require chemical components to form the capsule shape.
Peak Harvest Herbs
The herbs in our herbal pill blends are harvested at the height of their potency and they are substantially more expensive than less potent herbs that were harvested in the pre-or post-season, but in our view, there is no substitute for premium quality.
5 Generations
Over five generations we have collected, tested and refined Chinese herbal formulas that themselves draw from 3000 years of experience of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Traditional Chinese Medicine is a profound pathway to create the life you were born to live. It's a timeless bridge that can initiate and support change and growth in any and every life dimension: physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual.
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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.
Decoding the Colors of Phlegm in Your Health Journey
Clear or White Phlegm:
- Dampness or Cold: Clear or white phlegm is often associated with conditions of dampness or cold in the body. It may indicate an imbalance in the spleen or lungs, characterized by poor fluid metabolism or weakened lung function.
Yellow Phlegm:
- Heat or Infection: Yellow phlegm typically indicates the presence of heat or infection in the body. It may be a sign of acute respiratory infections, such as bronchitis or pneumonia, or chronic conditions with underlying heat patterns.
Green Phlegm:
- Heat and Toxins: Green phlegm suggests the presence of heat and toxins in the body, often associated with severe infections or inflammatory conditions. It may indicate a more advanced stage of illness or the body's efforts to expel pathogens.
Brown or Rust-Colored Phlegm:
- Stagnation or Old Blood: Brown or rust-colored phlegm may indicate the presence of old blood or stagnation in the body. It can be seen in cases of chronic lung conditions, such as chronic bronchitis or pulmonary tuberculosis, where there is long-term inflammation or damage to the lung tissue.
Black Phlegm:
- Severe Heat or Toxins: Black phlegm is a rare but concerning sign that suggests severe heat or toxicity in the body. It may be seen in cases of severe lung infections, occupational exposure to pollutants or toxins, or advanced stages of lung disease which may already affect the Kidneys.
Foamy or Frothy Phlegm:
- Dampness or Phlegm-Dampness: Foamy or frothy phlegm often indicates the presence of dampness or phlegm-dampness in the body. It may be associated with conditions such as asthma, chronic bronchitis, or congestive heart failure, where there is an accumulation of fluid in the lungs.
Introducing the Highest Quality Herbs Inside Allergy Relief
In TCM, Magnolia Flower (Xin Yi Hua)
Nature and Flavor: Xin Yi Hua is classified as acrid and warm in taste and nature. Its acrid flavor helps to dispel wind-cold and promote the flow of Qi (vital energy), while its warmth helps to warm the channels and alleviate cold symptoms.
Meridian Affinity: This herb primarily targets the Lung and Stomach meridians.
Therapeutic Functions:
- Dispelling Wind-Cold: Xin Yi Hua is prized for its ability to dispel wind-cold from the body, making it beneficial for conditions such as the common cold, sinus congestion, and nasal congestion.
- Opening Nasal Passages: It has a special affinity for opening the nasal passages and relieving sinus congestion, making it beneficial for symptoms such as nasal congestion, sinus headaches, and rhinitis.
- Relieving Sinus Inflammation: Xin Yi Hua also has anti-inflammatory properties and is often used to reduce inflammation in the sinuses, alleviating symptoms such as sinus pain, pressure, and swelling.
Common Applications:
- Nasal congestion: Xin Yi Hua is frequently used to open the nasal passages and relieve nasal congestion caused by wind-cold invasions, allergic rhinitis, or sinusitis.
- Sinusitis: Its ability to dispel wind-cold and reduce sinus inflammation makes it beneficial for treating acute and chronic sinusitis.
- Headaches: Xin Yi Hua's ability to relieve sinus congestion and reduce inflammation can help alleviate headaches associated with sinus pressure and congestion.
Preparation and Dosage: Xin Yi Hua can be prepared in various forms, including decoctions, powders, pills, and nasal sprays. The dosage may vary depending on the specific condition being treated and the formulation used. It's essential to consult a qualified TCM practitioner for personalized guidance.
In TCM, Mint (Bo He)
Nature and Flavor: Bo He is classified as acrid and cool in taste and nature. Its acrid flavor helps to disperse wind-heat and promote the flow of Qi (vital energy), while its cool nature helps to clear heat and reduce inflammation.
Meridian Affinity: This herb primarily targets the Lung and Liver meridians.
Therapeutic Functions:
- Dispersing Wind-Heat: Bo He is prized for its ability to disperse wind-heat from the body, making it beneficial for conditions such as the common cold, fever, sore throat, and headache.
- Clearing the Head and Eyes: It has a special affinity for clearing heat from the head and eyes, reducing symptoms such as headache, red eyes, and dizziness.
- Soothing the Throat: Bo He also has a soothing effect on the throat and is often used to alleviate sore throat, hoarseness, and cough.
Common Applications:
- Common cold: Bo He is frequently used to treat wind-heat type colds, characterized by symptoms such as fever, sore throat, nasal congestion, and headache.
- Headaches: Its ability to disperse wind-heat and clear the head makes it beneficial for treating headaches, particularly those accompanied by fever or sinus congestion.
- Sore throat: Bo He's soothing properties make it beneficial for alleviating sore throat and reducing inflammation in the throat.
Preparation and Dosage: Bo He can be prepared in various forms, including decoctions, teas, infusions, and as an ingredient in herbal formulas. It can also be used topically in poultices or liniments. The dosage may vary depending on the specific condition being treated and the formulation used. It's essential to consult a qualified TCM practitioner for personalized guidance.
In TCM, Scute (Huang Qin)
Nature and Flavor: Huang Qin is classified as bitter and cold in taste and nature. Its bitter flavor helps to clear heat and reduce inflammation, while its cold nature helps to cool the blood and alleviate symptoms of heat.
Meridian Affinity: This herb primarily targets the Lung, Gallbladder, and Large Intestine meridians.
Therapeutic Functions:
- Clearing Heat: Huang Qin is prized for its ability to clear heat from the body, making it beneficial for conditions such as fever, sore throat, mouth ulcers, and inflammatory skin disorders.
- Draining Dampness: It has a special affinity for draining dampness from the body, making it beneficial for conditions such as edema, jaundice, and urinary tract infections.
- Resolving Inflammation: Huang Qin is effective in resolving inflammation, particularly in the respiratory and digestive systems, making it beneficial for conditions such as bronchitis, gastritis, and inflammatory bowel disease.
Common Applications:
- Respiratory infections: Huang Qin is frequently used to treat respiratory infections such as the common cold, flu, bronchitis, and pneumonia, particularly when accompanied by symptoms of fever, sore throat, and cough.
- Digestive disorders: Its ability to clear heat and resolve inflammation makes it beneficial for treating digestive disorders such as gastritis, peptic ulcers, and inflammatory bowel disease.
- Skin disorders: Huang Qin's anti-inflammatory properties make it useful for treating inflammatory skin conditions such as eczema, acne, and psoriasis.
Preparation and Dosage: Huang Qin can be prepared in various forms, including decoctions, powders, pills, and extracts. The dosage may vary depending on the specific condition being treated and the formulation used. It's essential to consult a qualified TCM practitioner for personalized guidance.
In TCM, Dahurian Angelica Root (Bai Zhi)
Nature and Flavor: Bai Zhi is classified as acrid and warm in taste and nature. Its acrid flavor helps to disperse wind-cold and promote the flow of Qi (vital energy), while its warmth helps to warm the channels and alleviate pain.
Meridian Affinity: This herb primarily targets the Lung and Stomach meridians.
Therapeutic Functions:
- Dispelling Wind-Cold: Bai Zhi is prized for its ability to dispel wind-cold from the body, making it beneficial for conditions such as the common cold, headache, and nasal congestion.
- Relieving Pain: It has a special affinity for relieving pain, particularly in cases of headache, toothache, and traumatic injuries.
- Expelling Pus: Bai Zhi is effective in expelling pus and reducing swelling, making it beneficial for treating abscesses, boils, and skin infections.
Common Applications:
- Nasal congestion: Bai Zhi is frequently used to treat nasal congestion and sinusitis caused by wind-cold invasions, promoting the flow of nasal passages and alleviating symptoms of sinus congestion.
- Headaches: Its ability to dispel wind-cold and relieve pain makes it beneficial for treating headaches, particularly those accompanied by nasal congestion or sinus pressure.
- Skin infections: Bai Zhi's ability to expel pus and reduce swelling makes it useful for treating abscesses, boils, and other skin infections.
Preparation and Dosage: Bai Zhi can be prepared in various forms, including decoctions, powders, pills, and external applications such as poultices or liniments. The dosage may vary depending on the specific condition being treated and the formulation used. It's essential to consult a qualified TCM practitioner for personalized guidance.
In TCM, Forsythia (Lian Qiao)
Nature and Flavor: Lian Qiao is classified as bitter and slightly cold in taste and nature. Its bitter flavor helps to clear heat and reduce inflammation, while its cooling nature helps to alleviate symptoms of heat.
Meridian Affinity: This herb primarily targets the Heart, Lung, and Gallbladder meridians.
Therapeutic Functions:
- Clearing Heat: Lian Qiao is prized for its ability to clear heat from the body, making it beneficial for conditions such as fever, sore throat, and inflammatory conditions.
- Resolving Toxicity: It has a special affinity for resolving toxicity and is often used to treat infections, particularly those characterized by heat and toxicity.
- Relieving Inflammation: Lian Qiao also has anti-inflammatory properties and is used to reduce inflammation in conditions such as sore throat, tonsillitis, and skin infections.
Common Applications:
- Upper respiratory infections: Lian Qiao is frequently used to treat upper respiratory infections such as the common cold, flu, and tonsillitis, particularly when accompanied by symptoms of fever, sore throat, and swollen glands.
- Skin infections: Its ability to resolve toxicity makes it beneficial for treating skin infections such as abscesses, boils, and cellulitis.
- Digestive infections: Lian Qiao is also used to treat digestive infections such as gastroenteritis and food poisoning, particularly when characterized by symptoms of fever, nausea, and diarrhea.
Preparation and Dosage: Lian Qiao can be prepared in various forms, including decoctions, powders, pills, and extracts. The dosage may vary depending on the specific condition being treated and the formulation used. It's essential to consult a qualified TCM practitioner for personalized guidance.
In TCM, Xanthium (Cang Er Zi)
Nature and Flavor: Cang Er Zi is classified as acrid and warm in taste and nature. Its acrid flavor helps to dispel wind-dampness and promote the flow of Qi (vital energy), while its warmth helps to alleviate cold symptoms.
Meridian Affinity: This herb primarily targets the Lung, Liver, and Spleen meridians.
Therapeutic Functions:
- Dispelling Wind-Dampness: Cang Er Zi is prized for its ability to dispel wind-dampness from the body, making it beneficial for conditions such as the common cold, sinusitis, and allergic rhinitis.
- Opening Nasal Passages: It has a special affinity for opening the nasal passages and relieving sinus congestion, making it beneficial for symptoms such as nasal congestion, sinus headaches, and rhinitis.
- Relieving Pain: Cang Er Zi also has analgesic properties and is often used to relieve pain associated with sinus headaches, sinusitis, and allergic rhinitis.
Common Applications:
- Nasal congestion: Cang Er Zi is frequently used to open the nasal passages and relieve nasal congestion caused by wind-dampness invasions, allergic rhinitis, or sinusitis.
- Sinus headaches: Its ability to dispel wind-dampness and relieve pain makes it beneficial for treating sinus headaches associated with sinus congestion and inflammation.
- Allergic rhinitis: Cang Er Zi's ability to open nasal passages and alleviate sinus congestion makes it useful for treating symptoms of allergic rhinitis such as nasal congestion, sneezing, and runny nose.
Preparation and Dosage: Cang Er Zi can be prepared in various forms, including decoctions, powders, pills, and nasal sprays. The dosage may vary depending on the specific condition being treated and the formulation used. It's essential to consult a qualified TCM practitioner for personalized guidance.
In TCM, Pure Honey
Nature and Flavor: Pure honey is classified as sweet in taste and neutral in nature. Its sweet flavor makes it appealing for culinary use, while its neutral nature makes it suitable for a wide range of constitutions.
Meridian Affinity: Honey has a harmonizing effect on all meridians, making it a versatile substance that can be used to support overall health and balance in the body.
Therapeutic Functions:
- Moistening and Nourishing: Honey is renowned for its ability to moisten and nourish the body, particularly the lungs and stomach. It helps alleviate dryness and promotes the production of bodily fluids, making it beneficial for conditions such as dry cough, dry throat, and constipation.
- Tonifying the Spleen and Stomach: It has a tonifying effect on the Spleen and Stomach organs, helping to strengthen digestion and improve appetite. This makes honey useful for addressing symptoms of poor digestion, such as bloating, indigestion, and fatigue.
- Soothing and Calming: Honey has a soothing and calming effect on the body and mind, making it beneficial for promoting relaxation and reducing stress and anxiety. It can also help improve sleep quality and promote overall well-being.
- Promotes Wound Healing and Acts as Preservative: Accelerates wound healing, prevents infection, and serves as a natural preservative with antibacterial properties.
Common Applications:
- Respiratory conditions: Honey is often used to soothe and alleviate symptoms of respiratory conditions such as coughs, sore throats, and congestion. It can be taken alone or combined with other herbs to enhance its therapeutic effects.
- Digestive disorders: Its tonifying properties make honey beneficial for improving digestion and alleviating symptoms of poor appetite, indigestion, and bloating.
- General health and wellness: Honey is commonly used as a natural sweetener and food supplement to support overall health and vitality.
Preparation and Dosage: Pure honey can be consumed on its own or added to herbal teas, decoctions, or other medicinal preparations. The dosage may vary depending on the specific condition being treated and the individual's constitution. It's essential to use high-quality, unpasteurized honey to ensure maximum therapeutic benefits.
Combining Herbal Formulas Togethers
Combining Herbal Formulas Togethers
Combining herbal formulas can effectively address multiple health concerns or enhance overall well-being.
- Consider Patterns: Identify underlying imbalances or health concerns before combining formulas to ensure compatibility.
- Address Multiple Symptoms: Choose formulas targeting different health aspects to address multiple symptoms simultaneously.
- Timing Matters: Consider organ functions according to the Silkie 24 Hour Wellness Wheel. For instance, take Liver and Gallbladder formulas post-dinner or around 7 pm, while Lung and Large Intestinal formulas are best taken upon waking or at 7 am.
- Synergistic Actions: Look for herbs with complementary actions to enhance overall effectiveness, such as pairing anti-inflammatory with immune-boosting herbs.
- Ensure Compatibility: Check compatibility and safety of combined herbs, avoiding conflicting actions or interactions. Consult trusted herbalists for guidance.
- Customize Dosages: Adjust individual herb dosages based on personal needs and tolerance levels for optimal therapeutic effects.
- Monitor Effects: Pay attention to body responses and modify combinations as needed. Seek guidance from trusted herbalists for personalized consultation.
Herbal Formula Combinations for Allergy Related Conditions:
- Chinese Herbs for Allergic Dermatitis with Eczema, characterized by oozing blisters, redness, itching, and swelling, can be addressed by combining Itch and Rash(X) 5 to 10 pills with the Allergy formula 5 to 10 pills for system cleansing.
- Chinese Herbs for Allergic Reactions to insect stings, presenting symptoms like localized swelling and itching, may benefit from a blend of Itch and Rash 5 to 10 pills with the Allergy formula 5 to 10 pills for system cleansing.
- Chinese Herbs for Chronic Allergic Rhinitis or Sinusitis, leading to nasal congestion, cough with phlegm, and digestive issues, can be managed by combining Sinus 1 to 2 pills, Cough(C) 8 to 10 pills with the Allergy formula 5 to 10 pills for system cleansing.
- Chinese Herbs for Allergic Rhinitis with Asthma symptoms such as sneezing, nasal congestion, and wheezing, may be relieved by combining Sinus 1 to 2 pills, Cough(C) 8 to 10 pills, Asthma(H) 3 to 5 pills, and the Allergy formula 3 to 5 pills for system cleansing.
- Chinese Herbs for Immune System Dysfunction causing excessive nasal discharge or congestion can be addressed by combining Sinus 1 to 5 pills, Cough(C) 8 to 10 pills, Kidney Yin 3 to 5 pills, Immune 1 pill and the Allergy formula 3 to 5 pills for system cleansing.
