What Is Herpes Formula?
Herpes Formula is a traditional Chinese herbal formula designed to support healthy skin, immune health, healthy inflammatory response, skin comfort, healthy lymphatic function, urinary comfort, and the body's natural ability to maintain healthy skin during recurrent outbreaks.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), recurrent skin eruptions, blisters, ulcerations, itching, redness, swelling, and discomfort are often associated with Damp-Heat, Heat toxins, and imbalances affecting the Liver, Spleen, and immune system. When Damp-Heat and toxic accumulation are not properly cleared, they may contribute to recurring skin flare-ups, irritation, discomfort, and delayed skin recovery.
This empirical herbal blend is traditionally used to support individuals experiencing symptoms commonly associated with recurrent herpes outbreaks, including blisters, ulcerations of the skin, external genital discomfort, itching sensations, vaginal or cervical blisters, occasional vaginal discharge, enlarged lymph nodes, discomfort during urination, and red, irritated skin lesions. According to traditional Chinese herbal principles, this formula works by helping to clear Damp-Heat, support the body's natural detoxification processes, promote healthy skin recovery, soothe irritated tissues, relieve itching, and restore internal balance.
Herpes Formula is commonly chosen by individuals seeking traditional Chinese herbal support for recurrent herpes outbreaks, cold sores, fever blisters, genital skin irritation, skin ulcerations, recurrent blistering, healthy skin repair, immune balance, lymphatic health, and long-term skin wellness.*
Common Signs of Damp-Heat and Skin Imbalance in Traditional Chinese Medicine
- Recurrent blisters or fluid-filled skin eruptions
- Fever blisters or cold sores
- External genital discomfort
- Skin ulcerations
- Itching or burning sensations
- Red, inflamed skin lesions
- Vaginal or cervical blisters
- Occasional vaginal discharge associated with Damp-Heat patterns
- Discomfort during urination
- Enlarged or tender lymph nodes
- Skin redness and irritation
- Recurrent skin flare-ups
- Damp-Heat accumulation
- Toxic Heat affecting the skin
- Slow skin recovery following outbreaks
Why Choose Silkie Herbs Herpes Formula?
- Based on classical Chinese herbal principles for Damp-Heat and skin wellness
- Carefully selected medicinal herbs
- Designed to help clear Damp-Heat and support healthy skin
- Traditionally used to support healthy skin recovery during recurrent flare-ups
- Supports healthy lymphatic and immune function
- Helps soothe irritated skin and promote overall skin comfort
- Crafted to support balance rather than temporarily masking symptoms
- Traditionally used to promote healthy detoxification and internal balance
- Formulated to support long-term skin health, comfort, and overall wellness
Suggested Combination for Enhanced Immune and Skin Support
For individuals experiencing recurrent herpes outbreaks, fever blisters, cold sores, or recurring skin flare-ups, Herpes Formula is commonly paired with Immune Support Supplement for more comprehensive wellness support.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, recurring skin conditions are often associated with both Damp-Heat accumulation and weakened defensive Qi (Wei Qi). While Herpes Formula is traditionally used to help clear Damp-Heat, support healthy skin recovery, soothe irritation, and promote detoxification, Immune Support Supplement is traditionally used to strengthen defensive Qi, support Lung and Spleen function, and promote healthy immune balance.
Together, these formulas provide a balanced approach by supporting both the body's natural immune defenses and healthy skin recovery. This combination is commonly chosen by individuals seeking long-term support for recurrent herpes outbreaks, cold sores, fever blisters, skin irritation, immune resilience, and overall wellness according to Traditional Chinese Medicine principles.*
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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 Herpes Formula
Support Healthy Skin During Recurring Herpes Outbreaks*
Herpes Formula is traditionally used to support healthy skin during recurring herpes outbreaks, cold sores, fever blisters, and skin discomfort. According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, recurring skin eruptions are often associated with patterns of Damp-Heat, Toxic Heat, and internal imbalance affecting the body's ability to maintain healthy skin.
Support the Body's Natural Detoxification Processes*
Traditional Chinese Medicine has long used herbal formulas to help clear internal Heat and support the body's natural detoxification pathways. This formula is traditionally used to promote internal balance and support healthy skin during periods of recurring skin irritation.
Help Maintain Healthy Skin and Tissue Comfort*
Recurring blisters, ulceration, redness, and itching may affect overall skin comfort. This formula is traditionally used to support healthy skin, promote tissue comfort, and help maintain normal skin appearance.
Support Healthy Skin During Cold Sores and Fever Blisters*
Cold sores and fever blisters may recur during periods of physical stress or internal imbalance. This traditional herbal formula is used to support healthy skin and promote overall skin wellness during recurring episodes.
Promote Healthy Elimination of Damp-Heat*
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, Damp-Heat is commonly associated with redness, swelling, blisters, itching, and skin discomfort. This formula is traditionally used to help clear Damp-Heat, support healthy elimination, and promote internal balance.
Support Healthy Circulation of Qi and Blood*
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, the smooth circulation of Qi and Blood helps maintain healthy skin and supports the body's natural healing processes. This formula is traditionally used to promote healthy circulation and overall skin wellness.
Help Maintain Healthy Skin Comfort*
Persistent skin irritation, itching, redness, and recurring discomfort may reflect underlying internal imbalance. This formula is traditionally used to support healthy skin comfort while promoting overall internal harmony.
Support Long-Term Skin Wellness*
Traditional Chinese herbal formulas are often used as part of a long-term wellness program to help maintain healthy skin and internal balance. This formula is traditionally used to support recurring skin health concerns and promote overall wellness.
Support Recovery and Resilience During Times of Physical Stress*
Periods of physical stress, fatigue, lack of sleep, or emotional stress may place additional demands on the body's natural balance. This formula is traditionally used to support resilience, healthy skin, and overall 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 Lifestyle Tips for Herpes Support
According to traditional Chinese herbal principles, healthy skin and the body's natural ability to maintain balance are supported by healthy digestion, balanced nutrition, proper elimination, and strong defensive Qi (Wei Qi). Daily habits that help clear excess Heat, reduce Dampness, and support immune resilience may help promote long-term skin wellness and reduce recurring flare-ups.
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 walking, Tai Chi, Qigong, yoga, or other gentle exercise
- Manage stress through relaxation, meditation, deep breathing, or other healthy stress-reduction practices
- Stay well hydrated throughout the day
- Support healthy digestion with balanced meals and avoid overeating
- Practice good personal hygiene and avoid excessive friction or irritation to affected skin during flare-ups
- Allow adequate time for rest and recovery during periods of physical or emotional stress
To support healthy skin and immune function, 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
- Excessively spicy or heavily seasoned foods
- Irregular eating habits and frequent late-night meals
Foods traditionally considered supportive for skin and immune health include warm soups, cooked vegetables, leafy greens, mushrooms, garlic, ginger, whole grains, and other nourishing foods that support healthy digestion, circulation, and overall vitality.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, healthy digestion is considered an important foundation for maintaining healthy skin because the Spleen helps transform food into Qi and Blood, while strong defensive Qi (Wei Qi) supports the body's natural resilience and overall wellness.
Consistent nutrition, quality sleep, regular exercise, stress management, and proper digestive health are important foundations for supporting healthy skin, immune balance, seasonal wellness, and long-term vitality.
Key Ingredients in Herpes Formula
Herpes Formula contains a carefully selected combination of traditional Chinese herbs that work together to clear excess Heat, resolve Dampness, support healthy skin, promote the body's natural detoxification processes, and maintain immune balance according to Traditional Chinese Medicine principles.
Dandelion (Pu Gong Ying)
Traditionally used in Chinese herbal practice to clear excess Heat, support healthy skin, and promote the body's natural detoxification processes. Dandelion has long been used to help maintain skin comfort and overall wellness.
Glabrous Greenbrier Rhizome (Tu Fu Ling)
Traditionally used to help clear Heat, resolve Dampness, and support healthy skin. Tu Fu Ling is commonly included in traditional formulas designed to promote detoxification and maintain healthy skin during recurring skin concerns.
Honeysuckle Flowers (Jin Yin Hua)
Traditionally used to clear Heat, support immune balance, and promote healthy skin. Honeysuckle Flower is one of the most widely used herbs in Traditional Chinese Medicine for supporting the body's natural defenses and maintaining skin wellness.
Cimicifuga (Sheng Ma)
Traditionally used to help clear Heat, support healthy circulation, and promote the smooth movement of Qi. Sheng Ma is commonly included in formulas that support skin health and help maintain overall balance.
Honeylocust Spine (Zao Jiao Ci)
Traditionally used to support healthy skin, promote circulation, and help resolve accumulations according to Traditional Chinese Medicine principles. It is frequently included in formulas designed to support the body's natural healing processes.
Licorice Root (Gan Cao)
Traditionally used to harmonize herbal formulas, support healthy digestion, and promote overall balance. Gan Cao has long been used to support Qi, soothe the body, and enhance the actions of other herbs within traditional formulas.
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 clear excess Heat, resolve Dampness, support healthy skin, promote immune balance, and maintain the body's natural defenses and overall wellness.*
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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Serving Size 10 pills Serving Per Container 30 Amount Per Serving 3000mg |
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Herbal Blend: Dandelion Glabrous Greenbrier Rhizome Honeysuckle Flowers Cimicifuga Honeylocust Spine Licorice Root |
| Other ingredients: Pure honey to aid digestion and absorption |
How to Take Herpes Formula
Adults or teenagers may take 3–10 pills once or twice daily with warm water, or as directed by a qualified healthcare practitioner. If taking medications or other supplements, allow at least 2 hours before or after using this product.
Healthy skin, immune balance, and the body's natural recovery processes are influenced by nutrition, stress management, rest, and overall wellness. Noticeable improvement may develop gradually over several weeks of consistent use.
For best results, take consistently as directed. Traditional Chinese herbal formulas are often used daily as part of a long-term wellness routine.
A Proven, Research-Backed Herpes Support Formula
Modern research on traditional herbs commonly used in herpes support formulas, particularly Honeysuckle Flower (Jin Yin Hua), Licorice Root (Gan Cao), Dandelion (Pu Gong Ying), and Smilax glabra (Tu Fu Ling), has explored their antioxidant, immune-regulating, antiviral, and inflammatory pathway-supporting properties. Scientific reviews have examined how bioactive compounds found in these herbs may help support healthy immune function, cellular protection, skin health, and the body's natural response to viral challenges.
Additional research published in Frontiers in Microbiology has reviewed numerous medicinal plants and natural compounds traditionally used against herpes simplex virus (HSV), highlighting the potential of botanical ingredients to support healthy physiological responses through multiple biological pathways. Reviews published in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology have also explored the traditional uses, phytochemistry, and biological activities of herbs such as Honeysuckle Flower, while studies on Licorice Root have investigated glycyrrhizin and other naturally occurring compounds for their antiviral and immune-supporting properties.
From a Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective, herpes is often associated with Heat, Dampness, and Toxic Heat. Traditional herbal formulas are designed to help clear Heat, eliminate Dampness, resolve toxicity, and support the body's natural balance. By combining herbs that have traditionally been used to clear Heat, support healthy skin, promote detoxification, and strengthen the body's natural defenses, this formula follows classical Chinese herbal principles that have been practiced for generations.
Research References
Review of Whole Plant Extracts with Activity Against Herpes Simplex Viruses In Vitro and In Vivo (Journal of Evidence-Based Integrative Medicine)
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7894602/
Medicinal Plants and Natural Compounds Against Acyclovir-Resistant HSV Infections (Frontiers in Microbiology)
https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/microbiology/articles/10.3389/fmicb.2022.1025605/full
Lonicera japonica Thunb.: Ethnopharmacology, Phytochemistry and Pharmacology (Journal of Ethnopharmacology)
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7127058/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herpes Formula used for?
Herpes Formula is traditionally used in Chinese herbal practice to support the body's natural balance during recurring herpes-related skin concerns. It is commonly used by individuals seeking support for cold sores, fever blisters, genital herpes, skin ulcerations, recurrent outbreaks, itching, blister formation, redness, swelling, and overall skin wellness.
How does Traditional Chinese Medicine view herpes?
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), recurring herpes outbreaks are often associated with Damp-Heat, Heat Toxins, and imbalances affecting the Liver, Spleen, and immune system. These patterns may contribute to recurring blisters, ulcerations, itching, inflammation, and delayed skin recovery. Traditional herbal formulas are commonly used to help clear Heat, eliminate Dampness, support detoxification, and restore internal balance.
What are Damp-Heat and Heat Toxins in Traditional Chinese Medicine?
Damp-Heat and Heat Toxins are TCM patterns that may present with red, swollen, painful blisters, skin ulcerations, itching, burning sensations, yellow discharge, inflammation, and recurring outbreaks. Traditional Chinese herbal formulas are used to help clear Heat, eliminate Dampness, and support healthy skin recovery.
Who may benefit from Herpes Formula?
Individuals experiencing recurring cold sores, fever blisters, genital herpes outbreaks, skin ulcerations, itching, burning sensations, inflamed blisters, recurrent viral skin flare-ups, or other Damp-Heat skin patterns may choose Herpes Formula as part of their wellness routine.
Can Herpes Formula help support recurring herpes outbreaks?
Many individuals choose Herpes Formula as part of their long-term wellness routine to support the body's natural balance during recurring outbreaks. Traditional Chinese Medicine focuses on addressing underlying pattern imbalances rather than simply supporting temporary symptom relief.
Can Herpes Formula be used for cold sores and fever blisters?
Yes. Herpes Formula is commonly selected by individuals seeking traditional herbal support for cold sores, fever blisters, lip blisters, facial herpes outbreaks, and recurrent oral lesions associated with Damp-Heat and Heat Toxins according to Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Can Herpes Formula be used for genital herpes?
Many individuals use Herpes Formula to support genital skin wellness during recurring herpes outbreaks. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, these conditions are often associated with Damp-Heat accumulation affecting the Lower Jiao, where herbal formulas traditionally help restore balance and support healthy skin.
Why does Traditional Chinese Medicine focus on clearing Heat and Dampness?
Traditional Chinese Medicine teaches that excessive Heat and Dampness may contribute to inflammation, redness, swelling, itching, blister formation, ulcerations, and recurrent skin flare-ups. Clearing these patterns has traditionally been an important principle for supporting healthy skin and long-term balance.
Why is detoxification important in Traditional Chinese Medicine?
Traditional Chinese Medicine views detoxification as the process of helping the body clear accumulated Heat, Dampness, and Toxic Heat that may contribute to recurring skin concerns. Supporting the body's natural elimination pathways has traditionally been used to promote healthier skin and overall wellness.
Can recurring outbreaks indicate an internal imbalance?
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, recurring skin outbreaks may suggest an underlying imbalance involving Damp-Heat, Heat Toxins, weakened defensive Qi (Wei Qi), or Liver and Spleen disharmony. Traditional herbal formulas aim to address these underlying patterns while supporting overall balance.
How long should I take Herpes Formula?
Every individual is different. The duration of use depends on the frequency of outbreaks, overall health, constitution, lifestyle, and consistency of use. Some individuals choose to use Herpes Formula during active flare-ups, while others continue using it as part of their long-term wellness routine. Long-term use is best discussed with a qualified practitioner.
Can I take Herpes Formula with other Silkie Herbs formulas?
Many Silkie Herbs formulas are designed to complement one another. Herpes Formula is often combined with Immune Booster, Itch and Rash, Itch and Rash (X), Detox Formula, Spleen Support, Kidney Support Yin, Liver Support, and other formulas depending on individual wellness goals and Traditional Chinese Medicine pattern differentiation.
When is the best time to take Herpes Formula?
Herpes Formula may be taken according to the directions on the label or your practitioner's recommendation. Many individuals choose to take it consistently during active outbreaks or as part of a long-term wellness routine to support skin health and internal balance.
What herbs are included in Herpes Formula?
Herpes Formula contains a carefully selected blend of Dandelion (Pu Gong Ying), Glabrous Greenbrier Rhizome (Tu Fu Ling), Honeysuckle Flowers (Jin Yin Hua), Cimicifuga (Sheng Ma), Honeylocust Spine (Zao Jiao Ci), and Licorice Root (Gan Cao), along with pure honey as the binding agent. These herbs have traditionally been used in Chinese herbal practice to help clear Heat, eliminate Dampness, support detoxification, promote healthy skin, and restore internal balance.
Can Herpes Formula be used year-round?
Many individuals choose to use Herpes Formula during active outbreaks or periods of recurring flare-ups. Others may use it as part of a long-term wellness routine to support healthy skin, immune balance, and overall wellness according to Traditional Chinese Medicine principles.
What makes Silkie Herbs Herpes Formula different?
Silkie Herbs formulas are rooted in five generations of traditional herbal practice. Each formula is based on classical Traditional Chinese Medicine principles and uses carefully selected medicinal herbs prepared as traditional honey-bound herbal pills. We do not use capsules, compressed tablets, artificial fillers, synthetic binders, or unnecessary additives. Every batch is manufactured in the United States and undergoes rigorous quality testing to support consistency, purity, and authenticity.
Why does Traditional Chinese Medicine focus on the Liver and Spleen for skin health?
Traditional Chinese Medicine teaches that the Liver helps maintain the smooth flow of Qi and Blood, while the Spleen supports healthy fluid metabolism and helps prevent Dampness accumulation. When these systems remain balanced, the skin is traditionally believed to be healthier and more resilient.
Can stress contribute to recurring herpes outbreaks according to Traditional Chinese Medicine?
Yes. Traditional Chinese Medicine recognizes that emotional stress may disrupt the normal flow of Liver Qi, generate internal Heat, weaken defensive Qi (Wei Qi), and contribute to recurring flare-ups. Supporting emotional balance and internal harmony is considered an important part of long-term wellness.
Can Herpes Formula be taken daily?
Many individuals choose to take Herpes Formula daily during active outbreaks or recurring flare-ups. Consistent use is often preferred when supporting healthy skin, immune balance, detoxification, and overall wellness according to Traditional Chinese Medicine principles.
What foods help support healthy skin according to Traditional Chinese Medicine?
Many practitioners recommend a balanced diet that includes freshly prepared vegetables, adequate hydration, quality protein, whole grains, and regular meals. Traditional Chinese Medicine often recommends limiting spicy foods, greasy foods, excessive sugar, alcohol, and heavily processed foods when supporting individuals with Damp-Heat skin conditions.
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
Dandelion
Dandelion (Pu Gong Ying)are known for their heat-clearing and detoxifying properties, which can help address symptoms associated with infections or inflammatory conditions. It may help alleviate symptoms and support the immune system in fighting the herpes virus.
Glabrous greenbrier rhizome
Glabrous Greenbrier Rhizome (Tu Fu Ling) has antiviral and detoxifying effects, which can aid in reducing the severity and duration of herpes outbreaks. It may aid in promoting healthy digestion and alleviating gastrointestinal symptoms.
Honeysuckle flower
Honeysuckle (Jin Yin Hua) is well-known for its antiviral properties and is commonly used in TCM to alleviate symptoms of viral infections, including herpes. It may help in reducing inflammation, relieving pain, and promoting healing of herpes sores.
Honeylocust spine
Honeylocust Spine (Zao Jiao Ci) contains anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antitumor properties, clears toxins, drains pus, and reduces swelling, and is commonly used in the early stages of sores to encourage their suppuration (the forming of pus) and/or facilitate the drainage of pus, aiding in the healing process.
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.
Introducing the Highest Quality Herbs Inside Herpes Formula
In TCM, Dandelion (Pu Gong Ying)
Nature and Flavor: Pu Gong Ying is classified as bitter and slightly sweet in taste and cool in nature. Its bitter flavor helps to clear heat and reduce inflammation, while its cooling nature helps to dispel heat and toxins from the body.
Meridian Affinity: This herb primarily targets the Liver and Stomach meridians, though it also influences the Lung and Heart meridians to some extent.
Therapeutic Functions:
- Clearing Heat and Detoxifying: Pu Gong Ying is prized for its ability to clear heat and toxins from the body, making it beneficial for conditions such as abscesses, boils, and skin infections. It also has a purifying effect on the blood.
- Promoting Diuresis: It has diuretic properties and helps to promote urination, making it useful for addressing symptoms of edema, urinary tract infections, and damp-heat conditions.
- Supporting Liver Health: Pu Gong Ying has a beneficial effect on liver function and is often used to support liver health and detoxification processes. It can help alleviate symptoms of liver congestion and promote liver regeneration.
Common Applications:
- Skin conditions: Pu Gong Ying is frequently used to treat various skin conditions such as abscesses, boils, acne, and eczema due to its heat-clearing and detoxifying properties.
- Urinary disorders: Its diuretic properties make it beneficial for promoting urination and addressing symptoms of edema, urinary tract infections, and damp-heat conditions.
- Liver support: Pu Gong Ying is used to support liver health and detoxification processes, particularly in cases of liver congestion, hepatitis, and liver inflammation.
Preparation and Dosage: Pu Gong Ying can be prepared in various forms, including decoctions, powders, pills, and extracts(not recommended.) 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, Glabrous Greenbrier Rhizome (Tu Fu Ling)
Nature and Flavor: Tu Fu Ling is classified as bitter, slightly sweet, and cold in taste and nature. Its bitter flavor helps to clear heat and detoxify, while its sweet taste aids in tonifying Qi and nourishing Yin. Its cold nature helps to clear heat and resolve dampness.
Meridian Affinity: This herb primarily targets the Liver, Spleen, and Kidney meridians.
Therapeutic Functions:
- Clearing Heat and Detoxifying: Tu Fu Ling is renowned for its ability to clear heat and detoxify the body, particularly in cases of heat-related conditions such as inflammation, infection, and toxicity. It helps to reduce fever, eliminate toxins, and promote healing.
- Promoting Diuresis: It has a special affinity for promoting diuresis and relieving fluid retention, making it beneficial for conditions such as edema, urinary tract infections, and damp-heat syndrome. Tu Fu Ling helps to promote the excretion of urine, expel dampness, and alleviate swelling.
- Resolving Dampness: Tu Fu Ling helps to resolve dampness in the body, which can manifest as symptoms such as heaviness, swelling, and stagnation. By promoting diuresis and eliminating dampness, it helps to restore balance and harmony to the body's internal environment.
Common Applications:
- Edema: Tu Fu Ling is frequently used to treat edema and water retention caused by dampness accumulation in the body, by promoting diuresis, resolving dampness, and alleviating symptoms such as swelling and bloating.
- Urinary Tract Infections: Its ability to promote diuresis and clear heat makes Tu Fu Ling beneficial for treating urinary tract infections, cystitis, and other inflammatory conditions of the urinary system, by eliminating pathogens and promoting healing.
- Skin Conditions: Tu Fu Ling's detoxifying properties can also benefit various skin conditions such as acne, eczema, and boils, by clearing heat, resolving toxins, and promoting the healing of skin lesions.
Preparation and Dosage: Tu Fu Ling is commonly available in dried rhizome form and can be prepared as a decoction, powder, or added to herbal formulas. The dosage may vary depending on the specific condition being treated and individual needs. It's essential to consult a qualified TCM practitioner for personalized guidance.
In TCM, Honeysuckle Flower (Jin Yin Hua)
Nature and Flavor: Jin Yin Hua is classified as sweet and slightly cold in taste and nature. Its sweet flavor helps to tonify the Spleen and harmonize the Middle Jiao (digestive system), while its cooling nature helps to clear heat and reduce inflammation.
Meridian Affinity: This herb primarily targets the Lung, Stomach, and Large Intestine meridians.
Therapeutic Functions:
- Clearing Heat and Detoxifying: Jin Yin Hua is prized for its ability to clear heat and detoxify the body, making it beneficial for treating various infections, including fevers, sore throats, and skin eruptions.
- Resolving Infections: It has a special affinity for resolving infections, particularly those associated with heat and toxicity, such as colds, flu, tonsillitis, and abscesses.
- Alleviating Inflammation: Jin Yin Hua helps to alleviate inflammation and reduce swelling, making it useful for treating inflammatory conditions such as boils, carbuncles, and acne.
Common Applications:
- Upper respiratory infections: Jin Yin Hua is frequently used to treat upper respiratory infections, including colds, flu, sore throats, and tonsillitis, by clearing heat and resolving infections.
- Skin disorders: Its ability to clear heat and detoxify the body makes Jin Yin Hua beneficial for treating various skin disorders, including acne, boils, and abscesses, by reducing inflammation and promoting healing.
- Digestive issues: Jin Yin Hua's cooling properties make it useful for treating digestive issues such as diarrhea, dysentery, and food poisoning, by clearing heat and resolving infections in the gastrointestinal tract.
Preparation and Dosage: Jin Yin Hua is commonly available in dried form and can be prepared as a decoction, tea infusion, or powdered form. 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, Cimicifuga (Sheng Ma)
Nature and Flavor: Sheng Ma is classified as acrid and slightly bitter in taste and slightly cold in nature. Its acrid and bitter flavors help to disperse wind-heat and resolve toxicity, while its cooling nature helps to alleviate symptoms of heat.
Meridian Affinity: This herb primarily targets the Spleen and Stomach meridians.
Therapeutic Functions:
- Lifting Yang Qi: Sheng Ma is prized for its ability to lift Yang Qi, making it beneficial for conditions such as prolapse of organs, prolapse of the uterus, and uterine bleeding.
- Dispersing Wind-Heat: It has a special affinity for dispersing wind-heat and resolving symptoms associated with wind-heat, such as fever, headache, sore throat, and skin eruptions.
- Resolving Toxicity: Sheng Ma also helps to resolve toxicity and alleviate symptoms of toxicity-related conditions, such as boils, abscesses, and carbuncles.
Common Applications:
- Prolapse of organs: Sheng Ma is frequently used to treat conditions characterized by prolapse of organs, such as prolapse of the uterus, rectal prolapse, and gastric prolapse.
- Wind-heat conditions: Its ability to disperse wind-heat makes it beneficial for treating conditions such as fever, sore throat, headache, and skin rashes associated with wind-heat.
- Toxicity-related conditions: Sheng Ma's ability to resolve toxicity makes it useful for treating various toxic conditions, including boils, abscesses, and infections.
Preparation and Dosage: Sheng Ma can be prepared in various forms, including decoctions, teas, powders, 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, Honeylocust Spine (Zao Jiao Ci)
Nature and Flavor: Zao Jiao Ci is classified as bitter and slightly cold in taste and nature. Its bitter flavor helps to clear heat and dispel blood stasis, while its cooling nature helps to reduce inflammation and alleviate pain.
Meridian Affinity: This herb primarily targets the Liver, Spleen, and Kidney meridians.
Therapeutic Functions:
- Promoting Blood Circulation: Zao Jiao Ci is prized for its ability to promote blood circulation and alleviate blood stasis, making it beneficial for conditions such as menstrual disorders, bruises, and traumatic injuries.
- Dispelling Blood Stasis: It has a special affinity for dispelling blood stasis and resolving masses or nodules, particularly those associated with traumatic injuries, surgery, or gynecological disorders.
- Alleviating Pain: Zao Jiao Ci helps to alleviate pain, particularly in cases of abdominal or menstrual pain, traumatic injuries, or post-operative discomfort.
Common Applications:
- Menstrual disorders: Zao Jiao Ci is frequently used to treat menstrual disorders such as irregular menstruation, dysmenorrhea, and amenorrhea, by promoting blood circulation and alleviating blood stasis in the pelvic area.
- Traumatic injuries: Its ability to promote blood circulation and dispel blood stasis makes Zao Jiao Ci beneficial for treating traumatic injuries such as bruises, sprains, and fractures, by reducing swelling, relieving pain, and promoting healing.
- Post-operative care: Zao Jiao Ci's ability to alleviate pain and resolve blood stasis makes it useful for post-operative care, particularly in cases of surgical incisions, hematomas, or scar tissue formation.
Preparation and Dosage: Zao Jiao Ci is commonly available in dried form and can be prepared as a decoction, tea infusion, or powdered form. 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, Licorice Root (Gan Cao)
Nature and Flavor: Gan Cao is classified as sweet in taste and neutral in nature. Its sweet flavor harmonizes the actions of other herbs in a formula and helps to moderate their harshness or bitterness.
Meridian Affinity: This herb primarily targets the Spleen, Stomach, Heart, and Lung meridians.
Therapeutic Functions:
- Harmonizing the Middle Jiao: Gan Cao is prized for its ability to tonify the Spleen and Stomach, harmonize the middle jiao (digestive system), and promote healthy digestion. It helps alleviate symptoms of poor appetite, abdominal pain, and diarrhea.
- Moistening the Lungs and Stopping Cough: It has moistening properties that help to nourish Lung Yin and alleviate dryness-related symptoms such as dry cough, sore throat, and hoarseness.
- Clearing Heat and Toxins: Gan Cao has mild heat-clearing and detoxifying properties, making it beneficial for addressing symptoms of heat-related conditions such as sore throat, mouth ulcers, and skin eruptions.
Common Applications:
- Digestive disorders: Gan Cao is frequently included in formulas aimed at tonifying the Spleen and Stomach, promoting healthy digestion, and alleviating symptoms of poor appetite, abdominal pain, and diarrhea.
- Respiratory conditions: Its moistening properties make it beneficial for addressing symptoms of dry cough, sore throat, and hoarseness, particularly in cases of Lung Yin deficiency.
- Heat-related conditions: Gan Cao's heat-clearing and detoxifying properties make it useful for addressing symptoms of sore throat, mouth ulcers, and skin eruptions associated with heat and toxins.
Preparation and Dosage: Gan Cao can be prepared in various forms, including decoctions, powders, pills, and extracts(not recommended.) 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 Herpes Related Conditions:
- Chinese Herbs for Herpes with Lymph Nodes: Combine Lymph Support 5 to 10 pills with Herpes 5 to 10 pills once or twice daily if needed, to alleviate internal or external factors that are triggering herpes outbreaks with swollen lymph nodes.
- Chinese Herbs for Herpes with Oral Herpes: Mouth Support 5 to 10 pills with warm water once or twice daily if needed, to address painful, red blisters or sores on the lips (oral herpes.)
- Chinese Herbs for Genital Herpes: Take Herpes Formula 5 to 10 pills with warm water once or twice daily if needed.
