What Is Blood and Stamina Supplement?
Blood and Stamina Supplement is a traditional Chinese herbal formula designed to support healthy energy, stamina, Qi and Blood nourishment, circulation, physical strength, endurance, and recovery from fatigue and weakness.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Qi provides energy for daily function, while Blood nourishes the organs, muscles, brain, and tissues. Together, healthy Qi and Blood help maintain vitality, circulation, concentration, physical strength, and endurance.
When Qi and Blood become deficient, individuals may experience persistent fatigue, weakness, pale complexion, occasional dizziness, shortness of breath with activity, poor appetite, heart palpitations, tired limbs, reduced stamina, brain fog, or feeling easily exhausted after physical or mental activity.
Blood and Stamina is traditionally used to tonify Qi and Blood, nourish deficiency, support healthy circulation, strengthen physical stamina, and promote overall vitality. Supporting Spleen and Lung Qi also helps the body produce and distribute Qi and Blood, while harmonizing Ying Qi (Nutritive Qi) and Wei Qi (Defensive Qi) supports resilience and healthy immune function.*
Common Signs of Qi and Blood Deficiency in Traditional Chinese Medicine
- Persistent fatigue or low energy
- Physical weakness or lack of strength
- Reduced stamina or endurance
- Pale or dull-looking complexion
- Occasional dizziness or lightheadedness
- Shortness of breath with activity
- Heart palpitations associated with deficiency patterns
- Tired or weak arms and legs
- Poor appetite
- Brain fog or difficulty concentrating
- Low motivation or vitality
- Poor circulation
- Feeling easily exhausted
- Slow recovery after exercise or exertion
- Feeling depleted after physical or mental stress
- General exhaustion or burnout
Why Choose Silkie Herbs Blood and Stamina?
- Based on classical Chinese herbal principles
- Carefully selected medicinal herbs
- Designed to tonify Qi and Blood
- Traditionally used to support energy, stamina, strength, and vitality
- Supports healthy Blood nourishment and circulation
- Helps maintain physical endurance and recovery from everyday fatigue
- Supports Spleen and Lung Qi involved in Qi and Blood production
- Helps harmonize Ying Qi and Wei Qi
- Supports healthy immune function and natural resilience
- Crafted to nourish the underlying deficiency pattern rather than temporarily masking fatigue
Suggested Combination for Stronger Energy, Blood and Stamina Support
For individuals experiencing persistent fatigue, weakness, poor stamina, pale complexion, occasional dizziness, poor appetite, or long-term depletion, Blood and Stamina may be paired with Spleen Support, Kidney Support Yin, Kidney Support Yang, or Immune Booster according to the individual's TCM pattern.
Spleen Support is traditionally used when fatigue occurs with poor digestion, bloating, loose stools, poor appetite, sweet cravings, or brain fog. In TCM, the Spleen and Stomach transform food into Qi and Blood, making healthy digestion an important foundation for energy and stamina.
Kidney Support Yin is traditionally recommended when depletion occurs with night sweats, hot flashes, dry mouth or throat, restlessness, occasional dizziness, or lower back and knee weakness. Kidney Yin nourishes the body's deeper reserves and supports long-term vitality and recovery.
Kidney Support Yang is traditionally used when fatigue occurs with feeling cold, cold hands and feet, lower back weakness, reduced drive, frequent urination, or poor endurance. Supporting Kidney Yang helps maintain the body's warming and activating functions.
Immune Booster is traditionally used when fatigue occurs with frequent seasonal challenges, feeling run down, prolonged recovery, sensitivity to weather changes, respiratory weakness, or weakened defensive Qi (Wei Qi). It supports Lung Qi, defensive Qi, and overall resilience.
Together, these formulas provide a comprehensive TCM approach to supporting healthy energy, Qi and Blood nourishment, stamina, digestion, physical strength, immune resilience, and long-term vitality. The appropriate combination depends on the individual's underlying Traditional Chinese Medicine pattern.*
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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 Blood and Stamina Supplement
Supports Healthy Energy and Vitality*
Blood and Stamina Supplement is traditionally used to support healthy energy levels, physical vitality, and daily stamina. It may be beneficial for individuals experiencing fatigue, low energy, weakness, or difficulty maintaining consistent energy throughout the day.
Helps Reduce Feelings of Daily Fatigue and Weakness*
Persistent tiredness and physical weakness can make ordinary activities more difficult. This formula is traditionally used to strengthen Qi, nourish the body, and support physical strength during periods of fatigue, exhaustion, or reduced vitality.
Supports Healthy Blood Nourishment According to TCM Principles*
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, Blood nourishes the organs, muscles, brain, skin, and other tissues. This formula is traditionally used to nourish Blood, maintain internal balance, and support individuals experiencing signs associated with Blood deficiency.
Promotes Physical Endurance and Stamina*
Individuals with insufficient Qi and Blood may tire easily during exercise, work, travel, or routine activities. This formula is traditionally used to support physical endurance, stamina, resilience, and the ability to maintain healthy activity levels.
Supports Healthy Circulation and Nutrient Delivery*
Healthy circulation helps distribute nourishment throughout the body. This formula is traditionally used to promote the smooth circulation of Qi and Blood while supporting the muscles, tissues, organs, and overall physical function.
Provides Natural Energy Support Without Caffeine*
Unlike caffeinated stimulants that may produce temporary energy followed by a crash, this formula is traditionally used to nourish the body’s natural energy reserves and promote steady vitality through balanced Qi and Blood support.
Supports Recovery After Physical or Mental Exertion*
Exercise, demanding work, prolonged stress, and physical or mental exertion may leave the body feeling depleted. This formula is traditionally used to replenish Qi and Blood, support recovery, and promote physical resilience.
Supports Mental Energy, Focus, and Daily Function*
Qi and Blood deficiency may contribute to brain fog, poor concentration, reduced motivation, and mental fatigue. This formula is traditionally used to support mental clarity, focus, alertness, and healthy daily productivity.
Promotes Healthy Complexion, Aging, and Long-Term Vitality*
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, sufficient Qi and Blood help maintain a healthy complexion, physical strength, and vitality. This formula is traditionally used to support healthy aging, long-term nourishment, stamina, resilience, and overall wellness.
Individual results may vary. Improvement often develops gradually as Qi, Blood, circulation, and overall vitality 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 Blood and Stamina Supplement
This formula is most appropriate for patterns associated with Qi deficiency, Blood deficiency, fatigue, reduced stamina, weakness, and low vitality according to Traditional Chinese herbal principles. Individual patterns may vary and can include:
Fatigue and Low Energy Throughout the Day
Persistent tiredness, low energy, or difficulty maintaining normal activity levels are common signs associated with Qi and Blood deficiency. Individuals may feel tired even after resting or become exhausted more easily than usual.
Pale Complexion or Lack of Color
Blood deficiency may be associated with a pale or dull-looking complexion, pale lips, or a general appearance of insufficient nourishment and vitality according to Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Physical Weakness and Poor Stamina
Some individuals experience weakness, reduced physical strength, poor endurance, or difficulty completing activities that were previously manageable. Exercise, work, travel, and routine daily tasks may require greater effort and more frequent rest.
Dizziness or Lightheadedness
Blood deficiency may contribute to occasional dizziness, lightheadedness, unsteadiness, or reduced mental clarity, particularly during periods of fatigue, stress, overwork, or inadequate nourishment.
Shortness of Breath With Activity
Individuals may become winded more easily while walking, climbing stairs, exercising, or completing physically demanding activities. In TCM, this may occur with Qi deficiency, reduced stamina, and physical weakness.
Poor Appetite or Reduced Desire to Eat
Poor appetite, eating smaller portions, lack of hunger, or reduced enjoyment of meals may occur when Spleen Qi and digestive function are weakened. Poor digestion may also affect the body’s ability to produce sufficient Qi and Blood.
Slow Recovery and Feeling Depleted
Recovery after exercise, demanding work, stress, illness, or physical exertion may take longer than expected. Individuals may feel drained, worn out, overworked, or unable to restore their usual energy and stamina.
Cold Hands and Feet With Low Vitality
Qi and Blood deficiency may be associated with cold hands, cold feet, sensitivity to cooler temperatures, or feelings of poor circulation alongside fatigue, weakness, and low energy.
Brain Fog and Reduced Mental Clarity
Insufficient Qi and Blood may affect concentration, memory, focus, motivation, and mental performance. Individuals may feel mentally tired, sluggish, forgetful, or less productive throughout the day.
Individuals with complex, recurring, or long-standing patterns of Qi and Blood deficiency may benefit from additional herbal support selected according to their constitution and Traditional Chinese Medicine pattern to promote energy, stamina, nourishment, and long-term vitality.
Diet & Lifestyle Tips for Blood Health, Energy and Stamina
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), healthy energy, stamina, endurance, and vitality depend on sufficient Qi and Blood, strong digestion, and smooth circulation. Daily habits that support these foundations may help maintain physical strength, recovery, mental energy, and long-term wellness.
Daily Habits to Support Energy and Stamina
For best results while using Blood and Stamina Supplement:
- Eat regular, balanced meals at consistent times each day.
- Choose warm, freshly prepared foods instead of excessive cold or raw foods.
- Include adequate protein and nutrient-rich foods to support Qi and Blood production.
- Get adequate sleep and maintain a consistent sleep schedule.
- Stay physically active with walking, Tai Chi, Qigong, yoga, or other appropriate exercise.
- Allow sufficient time for rest and recovery after physical activity.
- Manage stress through meditation, deep breathing, relaxation, or other calming practices.
- Stay well hydrated with warm or room-temperature water.
- Spend time outdoors and include regular movement in your daily routine.
- Avoid excessive overwork, prolonged exhaustion, and insufficient rest.
Foods and Habits to Limit
Individuals experiencing Qi and Blood deficiency may benefit from limiting:
- Highly processed foods
- Excess sugar and sugary beverages
- Deep-fried, greasy, and heavily processed foods
- Excess alcohol
- Smoking and tobacco products
- Excessive caffeine and energy drinks
- Excessive cold foods and iced beverages
- Irregular eating habits and skipped meals
- Frequent late-night meals
- Excessive physical or mental overwork without adequate recovery
Foods Traditionally Supportive of Qi and Blood
A balanced diet may include warm soups, bone broth, dates, black sesame seeds, leafy green vegetables, whole grains, eggs, fish, poultry, lean proteins, sweet potatoes, squash, and other nourishing foods appropriate for the individual.
From a TCM perspective, the Spleen and Stomach transform food into Qi and Blood. Healthy digestion therefore provides an important foundation for nourishment, circulation, physical strength, stamina, mental clarity, and recovery.
Supporting Energy and Vitality from Within
Traditional Chinese Medicine views energy, stamina, digestion, circulation, sleep, and emotional balance as closely connected. Consistent nutrition, healthy digestion, regular movement, quality sleep, stress management, and adequate recovery can complement a traditional Chinese herbal wellness routine and support Qi, Blood, endurance, physical resilience, and long-term vitality.
Individual needs may vary according to constitution, activity level, digestive tolerance, physical condition, and Traditional Chinese Medicine pattern.
Key Ingredients in Blood & Stamina Supplement
Blood & Stamina Supplement contains a carefully selected combination of traditional Chinese herbs that work together to nourish Blood, support Qi (energy), promote healthy circulation, strengthen digestion, and maintain overall vitality.
Angelica Root (Dang Gui)
Traditionally used in Chinese herbal practice to nourish and support healthy Blood circulation. Dang Gui is one of the most widely used herbs for supporting women's health, healthy circulation, recovery from physical exertion, and overall vitality.
Black Date (Hei Zao)
Traditionally used to nourish Blood, support healthy digestion, and promote overall wellness. Black Dates are valued for their ability to help replenish the body's nourishment and support healthy energy levels.
Codonopsis Root (Dang Shen)
Traditionally used to strengthen Qi (energy), support stamina, and promote healthy digestive function. Codonopsis is often used as a gentle tonic herb to support endurance, vitality, and daily energy production.
Poria (Fu Ling)
Traditionally used to support healthy digestion, fluid balance, and nutrient absorption. Poria helps strengthen the Spleen, which plays a central role in transforming food into Qi and Blood according to Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Licorice Root (Gan Cao)
Traditionally used to harmonize herbal formulas, support digestion, and promote overall balance. Licorice Root is commonly included to help support healthy energy, digestive wellness, and proper function of the herbal blend.
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 Blood production, nourish Qi, promote circulation, strengthen digestion, support stamina and endurance, 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 Servings Per Container: 30 Amount Per Serving: 3,000 mg |
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Herbal Blend: Angelica Root Black Date Codonopsis Root Poria Licorice Root |
| Other ingredient: Pure Honey (Traditional Binding Agent) |
How to Take Blood & Stamina Plus
Adults or teenagers may take 1–5 pills once or twice daily with warm water, or as directed by a qualified Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner. If taking medications or other supplements, allow at least 2 hours before or after using this product.
Energy, stamina, and recovery are influenced by many factors, including adequate rest, balanced nutrition, healthy digestion, stress management, and overall wellness. Individual response depends on constitution, duration of the pattern, symptom severity, lifestyle habits, and consistency of use. Traditional herbal support may develop gradually with continued use as directed.
For best results, take consistently as directed. Traditional Chinese herbal formulas are often used daily as part of a long-term wellness routine.
Research on Herbs in Blood and Stamina Supplement
Modern research has examined traditional herbs used in Blood and Stamina Supplement, including Angelica Root (Dang Gui), Codonopsis Root (Dang Shen), and Poria (Fu Ling). Published reviews have explored their traditional applications, phytochemical compounds, antioxidant activity, immune-related effects, circulation-related pathways, and other biological properties.
Research on Angelica Root has examined its botanical profile, traditional uses, chemical constituents, and compounds such as polysaccharides. These studies have explored biological activities related to oxidative balance, immune regulation, cellular protection, and blood-related physiological processes.
Codonopsis Root has been studied for its polysaccharides and other active compounds. Published research has investigated its traditional use as a Qi-tonifying herb and its potential effects on energy metabolism, immune function, oxidative balance, digestion, and physical resilience.
Research on Poria has examined its polysaccharides, triterpenes, traditional applications, and pharmacological properties. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, Poria is used to strengthen the Spleen, promote healthy fluid metabolism, calm the Shen, and support the digestive foundation needed for healthy Qi and Blood production.
These studies primarily examine individual herbs, isolated compounds, extracts, traditional uses, or preclinical models. They do not establish that the finished Blood and Stamina Supplement diagnoses, treats, cures, or prevents fatigue, anemia, or any other disease.
From a Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective, Blood and Stamina Supplement is formulated to tonify Qi, nourish Blood, strengthen the Spleen, promote healthy circulation, support stamina, and maintain long-term vitality.
Research References
Angelica sinensis in China: A Review of Botanical Profile, Ethnopharmacology, Phytochemistry and Chemical Analysis
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27211015/
Pharmacological Action of Angelica sinensis Polysaccharides: A Review
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39872047/
A Systematic Review of the Mechanism of Action and Potential Medicinal Value of Codonopsis pilosula
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38803438/
Phytochemistry and Pharmacological Activities of Wolfiporia cocos (Poria)
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33071776/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blood and Stamina Supplement used for?
Blood and Stamina Supplement is traditionally used in Chinese herbal practice to support healthy energy, stamina, Blood nourishment, circulation, physical strength, endurance, and overall vitality. It is commonly chosen by individuals experiencing fatigue, low energy, weakness, poor stamina, pale complexion, or slow recovery after exertion.
How does Traditional Chinese Medicine view fatigue and low energy?
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), fatigue and low energy are commonly associated with deficiencies of Qi, Blood, or both. When the body does not produce or circulate sufficient Qi and Blood, individuals may experience tiredness, weakness, occasional dizziness, poor concentration, shortness of breath with activity, and reduced stamina.
What is Qi and Blood Deficiency?
Qi and Blood Deficiency is a TCM pattern involving insufficient functional energy and inadequate nourishment. Common signs may include fatigue, physical weakness, pale complexion, occasional dizziness, poor appetite, brain fog, reduced endurance, cold hands and feet, and slow recovery after exertion.
Who may benefit from Blood and Stamina Supplement?
Individuals experiencing fatigue, low energy, reduced stamina, weakness, pale complexion, occasional dizziness, poor appetite, brain fog, physical depletion, or difficulty recovering after demanding activity may choose Blood and Stamina Supplement as part of their wellness routine.
Can Blood and Stamina Supplement support healthy energy and stamina?
Blood and Stamina Supplement contains herbs traditionally used to tonify Qi, nourish Blood, strengthen the Spleen, and support healthy circulation. These traditional functions help maintain energy, endurance, physical resilience, and daily vitality without relying on caffeine.
Why is healthy circulation important for energy and vitality?
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, Qi helps move Blood while Blood nourishes the organs, muscles, brain, skin, and other tissues. Smooth circulation helps distribute nourishment throughout the body and supports physical strength, mental clarity, recovery, and overall vitality.
Can poor digestion contribute to fatigue and weakness?
Yes. Traditional Chinese Medicine teaches that the Spleen and Stomach transform food into Qi and Blood. When digestion becomes weakened, the body may have difficulty producing sufficient nourishment, contributing to fatigue, poor appetite, weakness, brain fog, and reduced stamina.
How long should I take Blood and Stamina Supplement?
Every individual is different. Duration of use depends on constitution, lifestyle, diet, activity level, TCM pattern, and consistency of use. Some individuals use it during periods of fatigue or increased activity, while others incorporate it into a longer-term wellness routine.
Can I take Blood and Stamina Supplement with other Silkie Herbs formulas?
Many Silkie Herbs formulas are designed to complement one another. Blood and Stamina Supplement may be combined with Spleen Support, Kidney Support Yin, Kidney Support Yang, or Immune Booster according to the individual’s constitution and Traditional Chinese Medicine pattern.
When is the best time to take Blood and Stamina Supplement?
Blood and Stamina Supplement may be taken according to the directions on the label or a qualified practitioner’s recommendation. Many individuals choose to take it consistently at approximately the same times each day with warm water.
What herbs are included in Blood and Stamina Supplement?
Blood and Stamina Supplement contains Angelica Root (Dang Gui), Black Date (Hei Zao), Codonopsis Root (Dang Shen), Poria (Fu Ling), and Licorice Root (Gan Cao), along with pure honey as the traditional binding agent. These herbs are traditionally used to nourish Blood, tonify Qi, strengthen the Spleen, support circulation, and maintain energy and vitality.
Can Blood and Stamina Supplement be taken daily or used year-round?
Many individuals choose to take Blood and Stamina Supplement daily or use it throughout the year as part of a long-term wellness routine. Appropriate duration and frequency depend on the individual’s constitution, current TCM pattern, response to the formula, and other supplements or medications being used.
What makes Silkie Herbs Blood and Stamina Supplement different?
Silkie Herbs formulas are rooted in five generations of traditional herbal practice. This formula uses carefully selected medicinal herbs prepared as traditional honey-bound pills rather than capsules or compressed tablets. It contains no artificial fillers, synthetic binders, lubricants, chemical coatings, or unnecessary additives. Every batch is manufactured in the United States and undergoes third-party testing for identity, purity, heavy metals, pesticides, and microbial contaminants.
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 serves as the natural binding agent and has traditionally been used to harmonize herbal formulas, support digestion, improve palatability, and help preserve freshness. This preparation method allows us to avoid many synthetic fillers, binders, lubricants, flow agents, and capsule materials used in modern supplements.
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
- Traditional Honey-Bound Herbal Pills
- No Capsules
- No Compressed Tablets
- No Artificial Binders or Fillers
- No Lubricants or Flow Agents
- Made in the USA
- Third-Party Tested
- Carefully Selected Medicinal Herbs
- Traditional Herb Preparation Methods (Pao Zhi)
- Classical Formula Design
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 decades of practical experience.
Unlike most modern supplements, Silkie Herbs uses traditional honey-bound herbal pills instead of capsules or compressed tablets. We do not use capsule shells, artificial fillers, synthetic binders, lubricants, flow agents, chemical coatings, or wax. Pure honey is used as the only binding agent to form the finely ground herbs into small traditional pills.
Modern research has examined honey’s naturally low water activity, acidity, and antimicrobial characteristics. In Silkie formulas, honey is used primarily as a traditional binding agent, while the quality and purity of every finished formula are verified through third-party testing.
Every formula is manufactured in the United States using carefully selected medicinal 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.
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Important Safety Information and Cautions
Keep out of reach of children. Use only as directed. If discomfort or irritation occurs, discontinue use and seek professional guidance.
Traditional Chinese herbal formulas should be selected according to the individual’s Traditional Chinese Medicine pattern. For personalized guidance, consult a professional TCM practitioner.
Consult a qualified healthcare professional before use if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medications, or have a medical condition.
Traditional Herbs in Blood and Stamina
Angelica Root
Angelica Root (Dang Gui) is traditionally used in Chinese herbal medicine to nourish and invigorate the Blood and support healthy circulation. In TCM, it is commonly included in formulas for Blood deficiency patterns associated with fatigue, pale complexion, occasional dizziness, weakness, and reduced stamina.
Traditional Herbs in Blood and Stamina
Angelica Root
Angelica Root (Dang Gui) is traditionally used in Chinese herbal medicine to nourish and invigorate the Blood and support healthy circulation. In TCM, it is commonly included in formulas for Blood deficiency patterns associated with fatigue, pale complexion, occasional dizziness, weakness, and reduced stamina.
Black Date
Black Date (Hei Zao) is traditionally used in Chinese herbal medicine to nourish Qi and Blood, strengthen the Spleen and Stomach, and harmonize herbal formulas. In TCM, it is commonly included in deficiency patterns associated with fatigue, poor appetite, physical weakness, and reduced vitality.
Codonopsis Root
Codonopsis Root (Dang Shen) is traditionally used in Chinese herbal medicine to tonify Spleen and Lung Qi and support the production of Qi and Blood. In TCM, it is commonly included in Qi deficiency patterns associated with fatigue, weakness, poor appetite, shortness of breath with activity, and reduced stamina.
Poria
Poria (Fu Ling) is traditionally used in Chinese herbal medicine to strengthen the Spleen, promote healthy fluid metabolism, and calm the Shen. In TCM, it is commonly included in Spleen Qi deficiency and Dampness patterns associated with digestive weakness, heaviness, fatigue, and restlessness.
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If you feel skeptical or unsure about Chinese herbal remedies, I could hardly blame you. I wasn’t a believer either—not until my daughter became very sick and my father, a fourth-generation herbalist, helped guide our family through her recovery with traditional Chinese herbs.
I was born into a family of herbalists. My father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and great-great-grandfather were all herbalists. I represent the fifth generation of this long family lineage, which dates back to Imperial China.
When I was three or four years old, I began learning herbal songs and how to identify different herbs. As I grew older, my father taught me how to process herbs while I worked in his clinic in Vietnam.
After we immigrated to the United States, my dad asked whether I wanted to pursue a career in Traditional Chinese Medicine as an herbalist or acupuncturist. I told him, “No, just leave me alone, Dad. I will find something I enjoy doing for work.” So he left me alone to find my own way.
I wanted nothing to do with herbal medicine until I gave birth to my second daughter, Catherine, who was born with severe gastric reflux. When Catherine was only 10 days old, I had to take her to the emergency room because she couldn’t keep milk down. She received fluids through an IV in her tiny hand. In addition to vomiting, she was also having diarrhea. Catherine was losing nourishment from both ends, and her little body was becoming smaller and weaker.
At the time, my dad warned me, “She needs to be treated with herbal medicine, or she may have seizures later.” I didn’t fully understand what he was telling me, so I ignored his warning.
My daughter became so ill that she could only drink half an ounce of milk each hour. Before feeding her, I used a syringe to give her Zantac to help reduce the vomiting. As time passed, she needed to be fed more frequently and consequently received Zantac more often. By the time Catherine was eight months old, she needed to be fed and medicated as many as 11 times a day.
I could hardly sleep, eat, shower, or rest. Even at night, I had to drape my daughter over my shoulder so she could sleep. If I put Catherine down, she would vomit. I barely had time to take a five-minute shower once or twice a week. I was exhausted, but what could I do? I had to care for my daughter and do my best to survive each day, hoping she would get better—or at the very least, that her condition would not worsen.
Catherine had to wear a turtleneck, two sweaters, a baby cap, and a scarf whenever we went outside, even during the summer when the temperature was over 100 degrees. If I didn’t cover her, she would develop a runny nose and cough, followed by nonstop vomiting. I constantly worried about her future. How would she ever attend school or go anywhere with air conditioning?
One day, we went to a Vietnamese pho restaurant. After placing Catherine in a high chair, I turned around to adjust my own chair. Suddenly, I heard a woman shout, “Look at her!”
I looked in the direction she was pointing. It was Catherine. Her eyes had rolled upward, her entire body was stiff and shaking, and fluid was coming from her mouth. Someone nearby told me to squeeze lemon into her mouth. Frightened and desperate, I followed that advice without hesitation. Her body eventually relaxed, and we rushed her to the emergency room.
At the time, I believed the lemon had helped her. I now understand that nothing should be placed in a person’s mouth during a seizure because it could cause injury or choking. I share this only as part of what happened that day—not as seizure first-aid advice.
Catherine remained in the hospital for three days while her brain activity was monitored. I was told that prolonged seizures could be dangerous. After that experience, I lived in constant fear because I had no idea when my baby girl might have another seizure.
The seizures began occurring weekly, and the doctor prescribed anti-seizure medication. Catherine wasn’t even one year old, yet she was receiving Zantac as many as 11 times a day, in addition to anti-seizure medication three times a day. Administering the medicine was extremely difficult because whenever I took out the syringe, she would cry and begin vomiting.
I took Catherine to see a specialist at CHOC and asked, “Doctor, have you ever seen an infant with this condition get well?”
The doctor replied, “It depends. Some children grow out of it, but some don’t. If they don’t, they may have to continue taking medication.”
“What do you mean by ‘grow out of it’?” I asked.
The doctor explained that Catherine’s condition might improve naturally as she became older.
My mind was racing. I asked, “All this time, the prescribed medication hasn’t been correcting what is happening in her stomach?”
The doctor explained that the medication was intended to help keep the food down, which was why it had to be given before each feeding.
I then asked, “What if she doesn’t grow out of it?”
I was told that she might need ongoing medication. That conversation stayed in my mind and made me question whether there might be another way to support my daughter.
Feeling that I had reached the end of the path I was following, I finally turned to my dad for help.
My father recommended an individualized herbal prescription for Catherine three times a day. After everything we had been through, giving her herbs three times a day instead of administering something as many as 14 times a day felt like a tremendous relief. Even so, it sounded almost too good to be true, and I remained cautious.
During the first month of following my father’s herbal approach, Catherine began vomiting less frequently. At one point, I let her cry briefly to see whether it would still trigger vomiting. It didn’t, and that was when I first believed she might truly be improving.
After another month, Catherine was able to wear fewer layers without immediately developing a runny nose, coughing, or vomiting. Over the course of approximately three months, her reflux and seizure episodes became less frequent and eventually stopped.
This was Catherine’s personal experience under my father’s individualized guidance. It is not a promise that another person will have the same experience, but for our family, it changed everything. Today, Catherine is grown and living a normal, healthy life.
Because of Catherine’s dramatic recovery, I finally began to believe in the traditional medicine that had surrounded me since childhood. I also asked my dad to work with me because I had a long history of fainting easily, especially during the winter. My own experience with his individualized herbal approach deepened my appreciation for the knowledge my family had preserved for generations.
I began thinking seriously about everything that had happened and wanted to understand more about herbs, the human body, and the traditional principles my father had tried to teach me. I wanted answers, so I decided to study in China, where herbal medicine has been practiced and developed over thousands of years.
I attended Traditional Chinese Medicine schools in China and Hong Kong and gained experience in TCM hospitals, where I learned from highly respected herbal doctors.
While I was there, I realized that I wanted to become an herbalist. However, I also wondered how I could secure a dependable supply of high-quality herbs. My father and I traveled across China and visited numerous farming regions. We met with farmers, studied how the herbs were grown and harvested, and began establishing relationships with growers.
Our formulas are made with carefully selected herbs harvested during the appropriate season, when their traditional qualities are considered strongest. These herbs can be substantially more expensive than lower-quality materials harvested too early or too late.
After returning to the United States, I worked closely with my dad, learned from his many years of experience, and studied the formulas and written knowledge passed down through our family.
Everything I went through with Catherine helped me understand the true importance of health. Without health, it becomes difficult to think about a career, beauty, education, independence, freedom, or anything else we hope to enjoy in life.
I have now worked with many individuals and families who have struggled as my family once struggled. Their trust and heartfelt appreciation inspire me to continue learning, preserve my family’s traditional knowledge, and work even harder to help others support their health and well-being.
Our namesake, Silkie, comes from a Chinese breed of chicken known for its calm and friendly temperament. Silkies are gentle, caring, and devoted mothers. A Silkie loves nothing more than brooding over a cluster of eggs, whether the eggs are her own or even belong to a duck.
We share that same outlook at Silkie Herbs®. We care for our clients with the same attention, patience, and dedication that we would give to members of our own family.
This is Ann’s personal family story and is shared for informational purposes only. Individual experiences vary, and this story is not intended as medical advice or as a promise of specific results.