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A Proven, Research-Backed Lyme Support Formula

Modern research on traditional herbs commonly used in inflammation and joint support formulas, particularly Centella asiatica (Gotu Kola), Bupleurum (Chai Hu), Patchouli (Guang Huo Xiang), Poria (Fu Ling), and Licorice Root (Gan Cao), has explored their antioxidant activity, immune regulation, inflammatory pathway modulation, and support for connective tissue and overall wellness. These traditional herbs have been widely studied for their bioactive compounds and their historical roles in maintaining healthy immune function, supporting joint comfort, and promoting the body's natural response to occasional inflammation.

Research published in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology, Frontiers in Pharmacology, International Journal of Molecular Sciences, and other peer-reviewed journals has investigated the biological activities of these traditional herbs, including asiaticoside from Centella asiatica, saikosaponins from Bupleurum, pachymic acid and polysaccharides from Poria, and glycyrrhizin from Licorice Root. These studies have explored their antioxidant, immune-supporting, inflammatory pathway-modulating, and tissue wellness properties.

From a Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective, persistent inflammation, joint discomfort, fatigue, and skin rashes are often associated with the accumulation of Dampness, Heat, and Toxins together with Qi and Blood stagnation. Traditional Chinese herbal formulas are designed to help clear Heat, resolve Dampness, support healthy circulation of Qi and Blood, strengthen the Spleen, and restore overall balance so the body may maintain healthy joint function, vitality, skin wellness, and long-term resilience.

Research References

Centella asiatica (Gotu Kola): Phytochemistry, Pharmacology and Clinical Applications (International Journal of Molecular Sciences)
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8430203/

Bupleurum (Chai Hu): Traditional Uses, Phytochemistry and Pharmacology (Journal of Ethnopharmacology)
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29474898/

Poria cocos (Fu Ling): Traditional Uses, Phytochemistry and Pharmacology (Journal of Ethnopharmacology)
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32882378/

Licorice (Glycyrrhiza spp.): Phytochemistry, Pharmacology and Clinical Applications (Journal of Ethnopharmacology)
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30063924/

Patchouli (Pogostemon cablin): Pharmacological Activities and Traditional Uses (Frontiers in Pharmacology)
https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphar.2022.1046571/full