What Is Pet Formula for Watery Diarrhea (Heat Type)?
Pet Formula for Watery Diarrhea (Heat Type) is a traditional Chinese herbal formula designed to support healthy digestion, intestinal health, fluid balance, and normal bowel function in dogs and cats experiencing watery diarrhea associated with internal Heat patterns.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), healthy digestion depends on the proper function of the Spleen and Stomach. When excess Heat accumulates within the digestive system, it may disrupt the normal movement and transformation of food and fluids, leading to frequent watery diarrhea, foul-smelling stools, digestive irritation, thirst, restlessness, occasional vomiting, dehydration, and other signs of intestinal imbalance.
When intestinal Heat is not properly cleared, pets may experience frequent bowel movements, loose or watery stools with a strong odor, red gums or a red tongue, increased thirst, digestive discomfort, decreased appetite, and reduced energy. Traditional Chinese Medicine focuses on clearing Heat, supporting the digestive system, restoring fluid balance, and strengthening the body's natural digestive function.
Pet Formula for Watery Diarrhea (Heat Type) is based on classical Chinese herbal principles and contains carefully selected herbs traditionally used to clear intestinal Heat, support healthy bowel function, nourish the Stomach and Spleen, promote digestive balance, maintain healthy fluid metabolism, and help restore normal stool consistency. This formula is commonly chosen by pet owners seeking natural digestive support for dogs and cats experiencing watery diarrhea, foul-smelling stools, digestive Heat, occasional vomiting, intestinal irritation, and long-term digestive wellness.*
Common Signs of Intestinal Heat in Traditional Chinese Medicine
- Watery diarrhea
- Frequent bowel movements
- Foul-smelling stools
- Loose or unformed stools
- Red tongue or red gums
- Increased thirst
- Restlessness
- Mild dehydration
- Occasional vomiting
- Digestive discomfort
- Reduced appetite
- Excess internal Heat
- Intestinal inflammation
- Weak digestive function
- Reduced energy or vitality
Why Choose Silkie Herbs Pet Formula for Watery Diarrhea (Heat Type)?
- Based on classical Traditional Chinese Medicine principles
- Carefully selected medicinal herbs
- Designed to help clear intestinal Heat and support healthy digestion
- Traditionally used to promote normal stool consistency and digestive balance
- Supports healthy Stomach and Spleen function
- Helps maintain healthy fluid balance within the digestive tract
- Supports long-term gastrointestinal wellness for dogs and cats
- Crafted to support balance rather than temporarily masking symptoms
Suggested Combination for More Complete Digestive Support
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, not all watery diarrhea has the same underlying pattern. While this formula is traditionally used for Heat-Type watery diarrhea, some pets experience diarrhea due to Cold-Type digestive weakness, which requires a different herbal approach.
Pet Formula for Watery Diarrhea (Heat Type) is traditionally recommended when watery diarrhea is accompanied by foul-smelling stools, red gums or tongue, excessive thirst, restlessness, frequent bowel movements, occasional vomiting, or other signs of internal Heat and Damp-Heat affecting the digestive system.
Pet Formula for Watery Diarrhea (Cold Type) is traditionally recommended when diarrhea occurs with cold ears or paws, lack of thirst, pale gums or tongue, fatigue, poor appetite, abdominal sensitivity to cold, chronic loose stools, or weakness of the Spleen and Stomach caused by Cold and Yang deficiency.
Correctly identifying whether a pet's digestive imbalance is caused by Heat or Cold allows Traditional Chinese Medicine to better support digestive function, restore balance, strengthen the gastrointestinal system, and promote healthy stool consistency. Choosing the formula that best matches your pet's underlying TCM pattern provides more comprehensive digestive support and helps maintain long-term gastrointestinal health and vitality.*
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 Pet Formula for Watery Diarrhea (Heat Type)
Support Healthy Digestive Function*
Pet Formula for Watery Diarrhea (Heat Type) is traditionally used to support healthy digestion and help maintain normal bowel function in dogs and cats experiencing patterns associated with internal Heat and Damp-Heat according to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). This formula helps promote digestive balance and overall intestinal wellness.
Help Firm Loose and Watery Stool*
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, excess Heat and Dampness in the digestive tract may contribute to frequent watery diarrhea and poor stool consistency. This formula is traditionally used to help support firmer stools while promoting healthy intestinal function.
Clear Internal Heat from the Intestines*
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, excessive Heat within the Stomach and Intestines may contribute to foul-smelling diarrhea, urgency, thirst, and digestive discomfort. This formula is traditionally used to help clear internal Heat and restore digestive harmony.
Support Healthy Fluid Balance*
Frequent watery diarrhea may reduce the body's normal fluid balance. This traditional herbal formula is used to support healthy fluid metabolism and maintain proper moisture balance within the digestive system.
Promote Healthy Elimination*
Traditional Chinese Medicine emphasizes healthy elimination as an important part of maintaining overall wellness. This formula is traditionally used to support the body's natural elimination processes while encouraging balanced digestive function.
Help Reduce Damp-Heat Accumulation*
Damp-Heat is a common Traditional Chinese Medicine pattern associated with foul-smelling diarrhea, sticky stools, intestinal inflammation, and digestive imbalance. This formula is traditionally used to help reduce Damp-Heat and support a healthier intestinal environment.
Support Intestinal Comfort*
Heat accumulation within the digestive tract may contribute to frequent bowel movements, urgency, and digestive irritation. This formula is traditionally used to promote intestinal comfort while supporting healthy digestive function.
Promote Healthy Qi Circulation Throughout Digestion*
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, smooth movement of Qi helps maintain healthy digestion and proper bowel function. This formula is traditionally used to support healthy Qi circulation throughout the digestive system and promote internal balance.
Support Overall Gastrointestinal Wellness*
A healthy digestive system contributes to overall vitality and wellness. This formula is traditionally used to support the Stomach, Spleen, and Intestinal systems while promoting long-term digestive health in dogs and cats.
Help Maintain Digestive Balance During Dietary Changes*
Changes in food, environmental stress, travel, or dietary indiscretions may temporarily challenge digestive balance. This traditional herbal formula is used to help maintain healthy digestion and gastrointestinal wellness during these times.
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.
Diet and Prevention for Watery Diarrhea (Heat Type)
Supporting Healthy Digestion According to Traditional Chinese Medicine
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, healthy digestion depends on balanced Spleen and Stomach function and the body's ability to properly regulate Heat, Dampness, and fluid metabolism. When excess Heat and Dampness accumulate in the digestive tract, they may lead to watery diarrhea with foul odor, increased bowel movements, intestinal irritation, dehydration, and digestive discomfort. Proper nutrition, adequate hydration, and cooling, easily digestible foods help restore digestive balance and promote long-term gastrointestinal wellness.
For Best Results
- Feed meals at consistent times each day to support healthy digestive function.
- Prioritize freshly prepared, easily digestible meals served at room temperature or slightly warm.
- Provide clean, fresh drinking water at all times to help maintain hydration.
- Bone broth (without onions, garlic, or excessive salt) may be added to encourage fluid intake and improve appetite.
- Avoid sudden diet changes and introduce new foods gradually over 5–7 days.
- Feed smaller, more frequent meals if your pet has a sensitive digestive system.
- Allow adequate rest during episodes of digestive upset.
- Avoid vigorous exercise immediately before or after meals.
- Monitor stool consistency, hydration, appetite, and energy levels as digestive function improves.
Dietary Recommendations
Cooked Vegetables (20%)
Pumpkin, zucchini, Chinese cabbage, or squash provide gentle fiber that helps support normal stool consistency while soothing the digestive tract.
White Rice (10%)
A highly digestible source of carbohydrates that is gentle on the stomach and helps support normal bowel function during temporary digestive upset.
Boiled Duck, White Fish, or Lean Pork (70%)
Cooling, lean proteins traditionally recommended to help nourish the body while supporting digestive recovery and helping reduce excess internal Heat.
Foods and Feeding Practices to Limit
- Greasy, fatty, fried, or heavily processed foods
- Rich treats and table scraps
- Spicy or heavily seasoned foods
- Raw, spoiled, or contaminated foods
- Sudden diet changes
- Excessive dairy products
- Overfeeding or frequent treats between meals
Daily Portion Guidelines
Dogs
Small Dogs (<20 lbs):
½–1 cup (approximately 200–350 g / 0.4–0.8 lbs) per day
Medium Dogs (20–50 lbs):
1½–2½ cups (approximately 400–750 g / 0.8–1.6 lbs) per day
Large Dogs (>50 lbs):
3–4½ cups (approximately 800–1500 g / 1.7–3.3 lbs) per day
Cats
Small Cats (<5 lbs):
¼–½ cup (approximately 50–125 g / 0.1–0.3 lbs) per day
Medium Cats (5–10 lbs):
½–¾ cup (approximately 100–250 g / 0.2–0.6 lbs) per day
Large Cats (>10 lbs):
¾–1 cup (approximately 150–300 g / 0.3–0.7 lbs) per day
Ongoing Digestive Support
Mix Pet Formula for Watery Diarrhea (Heat Type) into your pet's food as directed to help support healthy digestion, clear excess Heat, resolve Dampness, soothe the digestive tract, and promote normal stool consistency according to Traditional Chinese Medicine. Once stools have returned to normal, transition to Pet Formula for Firm & Well-Formed Stools to help maintain long-term digestive balance, intestinal health, and overall gastrointestinal wellness.
Consistent nutrition, proper hydration, regular feeding schedules, and digestive support are important foundations for maintaining healthy digestion, normal bowel movements, nutrient absorption, and overall wellness in dogs and cats.
How to Use Pet Formula for Watery Diarrhea (Heat Type)
For dogs and cats, administer the recommended amount based on your pet's weight, or as directed by your veterinarian or qualified animal healthcare practitioner. The pills may be given directly, mixed with food, or crushed and blended with a small amount of warm water or wet food for easier administration.
Digestive recovery is influenced by diet, hydration, stress, environmental changes, and your pet's overall health. Noticeable improvement may develop gradually over several days of consistent use, depending on the severity and duration of the digestive imbalance.
For best results, use consistently as directed while supporting your pet with an appropriate diet and adequate hydration. Traditional Chinese herbal formulas are often used as part of a comprehensive approach to maintaining long-term digestive health and normal stool quality.
Dosages in Powder Form:
- Small Dogs (<20 lbs): ¼ - ½ spoon, 2 times a day
- Medium Dogs (20–50 lbs): 1 spoon, 2 times a day
- Large Dogs (>50 lbs): 1 and ½ spoons, 2 times a day
Dosages in Pill Form:
- Small Dogs (<20 lbs): 3 - 5 pills.
- Medium Dogs (20–50 lbs): 5 - 10 pills.
- Large Dogs (>50 lbs): 10 - 20 pills.
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Dosages in Powder Form:
- Small Cats (<5 lbs): A very small pinch, 2 times a day
- Medium Cats (5–10 lbs): ⅙ spoon, 2 times a day
- Large Cats (>10 lbs): ¼ spoon, 2 times a day
Dosages in Pill Form:
- Small Cats (<5 lbs): 1 pill
- Medium Cats (5 – 10 lbs): 1 - 2 pills.
- Large Cats (>10 lbs): 2 - 3 pills.
A Proven, Research-Backed Digestive Support Formula
Modern research on traditional herbs commonly used in digestive support formulas, particularly Coptis (Huang Lian), Reed Rhizome (Lu Gen), Ophiopogon Tuber (Mai Men Dong), Officinal Magnolia Bark (Hou Po), and Serrate Rabdosia (Dong Ling Cao), has explored their antioxidant activity, digestive health support, intestinal barrier function, microbiome balance, and inflammatory pathway modulation. These herbs have been widely studied for their bioactive compounds and their traditional roles in maintaining healthy digestion, supporting normal intestinal function, and promoting gastrointestinal comfort.
Research published in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology, Frontiers in Pharmacology, Frontiers in Microbiology, and the International Journal of Molecular Sciences has investigated the biological activities of these traditional herbs, including berberine from Coptis, magnolol and honokiol from Officinal Magnolia Bark, and the naturally occurring compounds found in Ophiopogon Tuber, Reed Rhizome, and Serrate Rabdosia. These studies have explored their antioxidant, microbiome-supporting, digestive wellness, and intestinal health-supporting properties.
From a Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective, healthy digestion depends on the proper balance of the Spleen, Stomach, and Large Intestine, along with the body's ability to clear Damp-Heat while maintaining healthy fluid metabolism. When these systems remain balanced, the digestive tract is traditionally believed to maintain greater comfort, healthy stool consistency, and overall gastrointestinal wellness.
Research References
Coptis (Huang Lian): Pharmacology, Phytochemistry and Clinical Applications (Journal of Ethnopharmacology)
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34480986/
Officinal Magnolia Bark (Hou Po): Pharmacological Effects of Honokiol and Magnolol (International Journal of Molecular Sciences)
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6721333/
Ophiopogon japonicus (Ophiopogon Tuber): Traditional Uses, Phytochemistry and Pharmacology (Journal of Ethnopharmacology)
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31408630/
Phragmites Rhizome (Reed Rhizome): Phytochemistry and Pharmacological Activities (Frontiers in Pharmacology)
https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphar.2021.689527/full
Rabdosia rubescens (Serrate Rabdosia): Traditional Uses, Phytochemistry and Pharmacological Activities (Frontiers in Pharmacology)
https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphar.2022.1001402/full
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pet Formula for Watery Diarrhea (Heat Type) used for?
Pet Formula for Watery Diarrhea (Heat Type) is traditionally used in Chinese herbal practice to support healthy digestion and intestinal balance in dogs and cats experiencing Heat-related digestive patterns. It is commonly chosen for pets with watery diarrhea, foul-smelling stools, frequent bowel movements, intestinal inflammation, excessive thirst, restlessness, occasional vomiting, red gums or tongue, and digestive discomfort associated with internal Heat.
How does Traditional Chinese Medicine view watery diarrhea in pets?
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), watery diarrhea is not always caused by the same imbalance. Heat-type diarrhea is commonly associated with Damp-Heat, Excess Heat, or toxic Heat accumulating in the digestive tract. This excess Heat irritates the intestines, damages body fluids, and accelerates bowel movements, resulting in frequent watery stools with a strong or foul odor.
What is Damp-Heat in Traditional Chinese Medicine?
Damp-Heat is a TCM pattern where excess moisture combines with internal Heat, creating inflammation and irritation within the digestive system. Common signs may include watery foul-smelling diarrhea, frequent defecation, thirst, bad breath, red tongue or gums, restlessness, panting, loss of appetite, dehydration, and occasional vomiting.
Which pets may benefit from Pet Formula for Watery Diarrhea (Heat Type)?
Dogs and cats experiencing watery diarrhea with foul odor, frequent bowel movements, intestinal Heat, digestive inflammation, excessive thirst, red gums or tongue, restlessness, loose stools, or digestive upset may benefit from Pet Formula for Watery Diarrhea (Heat Type) as part of their digestive wellness routine.
Can this formula support digestive inflammation?
Traditional Chinese herbal formulas have long been used to support intestinal balance by clearing excess Heat, reducing Dampness, and promoting healthy digestive function. This formula is commonly selected for pets experiencing digestive discomfort associated with Heat-type diarrhea.
Why does Heat cause watery diarrhea?
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, excessive internal Heat can irritate and inflame the intestines while consuming healthy body fluids. This disruption prevents proper absorption of water, causing loose or watery stools that are often frequent, urgent, and foul smelling.
Why does my pet have foul-smelling diarrhea?
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, foul-smelling stools often indicate Heat or Damp-Heat accumulating within the digestive tract. Excess Heat accelerates digestion and creates inflammation, while Dampness contributes to abnormal stool consistency and odor.
Can Heat-type diarrhea cause dehydration?
Yes. Frequent watery diarrhea may cause significant fluid loss. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, prolonged Heat also consumes Yin fluids, making adequate hydration and restoring digestive balance important parts of supporting recovery.
Why is my pet thirsty while having diarrhea?
Excess internal Heat may consume body fluids while frequent diarrhea increases fluid loss. Pets with Heat-type digestive patterns often seek more water due to this combination of Heat and dehydration.
Can Heat-type diarrhea happen suddenly?
Yes. Heat-related digestive upset may develop after consuming spoiled food, greasy foods, rich treats, dietary indiscretion, environmental Heat, bacterial imbalance, or other factors that create internal Heat according to Traditional Chinese Medicine.
How long should my pet take Pet Formula for Watery Diarrhea (Heat Type)?
Every pet is different. Recovery depends on factors such as age, overall health, digestive condition, diet, and consistency of use. Some pets improve quickly, while others benefit from longer digestive support to restore balance. Long-term use is best discussed with a qualified veterinary herbal practitioner.
Can Pet Formula for Watery Diarrhea (Heat Type) be used with other Silkie Herbs pet formulas?
Many Silkie Herbs pet formulas are designed to complement one another. Pet Formula for Watery Diarrhea (Heat Type) is often combined with Pet for Parasite, Pet Allergy and Rash, Pet for Arthritis, and other Digestive Support formulas depending on each pet's individual TCM pattern and wellness goals.
When is the best time to give Pet Formula for Watery Diarrhea (Heat Type)?
Pet Formula for Watery Diarrhea (Heat Type) may be given according to the directions on the label or your practitioner's recommendation. Many pet owners choose to use it consistently during episodes of digestive imbalance to support intestinal comfort and digestive recovery.
What herbs are included in Pet Formula for Watery Diarrhea (Heat Type)?
Pet Formula for Watery Diarrhea (Heat Type) contains a carefully selected blend of Coptis (Huang Lian), Reed Rhizome (Lu Gen), Ophiopogon Tuber (Mai Men Dong), Officinal Magnolia Bark (Hou Po), and Serrate Rabdosia (Dong Ling Cao). These herbs have traditionally been used in Chinese herbal practice to clear excess Heat, support intestinal balance, nourish body fluids, promote healthy digestion, and maintain normal bowel function. The honey pill version uses pure honey as its traditional binding agent, while the powder version contains only the herbal blend with no binders or fillers.
Can this formula be used year-round?
Many pets only require this formula during episodes of Heat-related digestive imbalance. Pets with recurring digestive Heat patterns may benefit from longer-term support under the guidance of a qualified veterinary herbal practitioner.
What makes Silkie Herbs Pet Formula for Watery Diarrhea (Heat Type) different?
Silkie Herbs pet formulas are rooted in five generations of traditional herbal practice. Each formula follows classical Traditional Chinese Medicine principles using carefully selected medicinal herbs. Our traditional honey-bound herbal pills use pure honey as the only binding agent, while our herbal powders contain only the herbal ingredients without unnecessary fillers, artificial binders, colors, preservatives, or synthetic additives. Every batch is manufactured in the United States and undergoes rigorous quality testing for consistency, purity, and authenticity.
Why does Traditional Chinese Medicine focus on clearing Heat for watery diarrhea?
Traditional Chinese Medicine teaches that excessive Heat disrupts normal digestive function and damages healthy body fluids. Clearing Heat while restoring digestive balance has been a central principle of treating Heat-type diarrhea in both people and animals for centuries.
Can digestive Heat affect my pet's energy and appetite?
Yes. Pets experiencing digestive Heat may appear tired, restless, uncomfortable, thirsty, or have a reduced appetite. Supporting digestive balance may help promote overall vitality and comfort according to Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Can Pet Formula for Watery Diarrhea (Heat Type) be given daily?
Many pet owners give this formula daily during periods of digestive imbalance. Consistent use is often preferred when supporting healthy digestion, intestinal balance, normal stool consistency, and digestive wellness according to Traditional Chinese Medicine principles.
What foods help support pets with Heat-type diarrhea?
Traditional Chinese Medicine often recommends feeding easily digestible, gently cooked foods while avoiding greasy, rich, highly processed, or difficult-to-digest foods during digestive upset. Maintaining adequate hydration is also important while supporting digestive recovery.
Why are Silkie Herbs pet formulas available as both honey-bound pills and herbal powders?
Silkie Herbs offers both traditional honey-bound herbal pills and herbal powders to meet different pets' needs. Honey-bound pills follow the traditional preparation methods of Chinese herbal medicine using pure honey as the only binding agent. Herbal powders provide the same carefully selected herbal blend without binders and may be easier to mix into food for some dogs and cats.
Are Silkie Herbs pet 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 pet formulas made?
Silkie Herbs pet formulas are blended, manufactured, and packaged in the United States 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 herb, each ingredient serves a specific purpose within the formula to promote digestive 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 while preserving the integrity of classical herbal formulas.
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.
Keep out of reach of children. Use only as directed.
Professional Guidance: For persistent issues, consult a veterinarian experienced in TCM for dogs or cats.
Or consult a professional TCM practitioner, they will be best and able to guide you.
Ingredients
Ingredients
Coptis
Coptis (Huang Lian), a key herb for clearing intense Heat and toxins from the gastrointestinal tract. Coptis is bitter and cold, effectively relieving foul-smelling diarrhea, reducing inflammation, and calming restlessness.
Reed Rhizome
Reed Rhizome (Lu Gen) known for its cooling and fluid-generating effects, Reed Rhizome helps relieve thirst, clears Heat from the Lungs and Stomach, and soothes irritated mucous membranes. It supports hydration and reduces internal heat signs like red gums and dry mouth.
Serrate Rabdosia
Serrate Rabdosia (Dong Ling Cao), a detoxifying herb with strong Heat-clearing properties. It supports the immune response and helps reduce inflammation in the intestines, assisting in the resolution of persistent, heat-related diarrhea.
Dwarf lilyturf root
Ophiopogon Tuber (Mai Dong), this nourishing herb moistens dryness while gently clearing Heat. It replenishes fluids lost through diarrhea and vomiting, helping to ease dehydration and cool the Stomach and Intestines.
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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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.