Proven Research
A Proven, Research-Backed Asthma (Cold) Support Formula
Modern research on traditional herbs commonly used in respiratory support formulas, particularly Cinnamon Twig (Gui Zhi), Apricot Seed (Xing Ren), Coltsfoot Flower (Kuan Dong Hua), and Licorice Root (Gan Cao), has explored their effects on respiratory comfort, airway function, antioxidant activity, and healthy inflammatory responses. Studies published in Journal of Ethnopharmacology have investigated the traditional use and pharmacological properties of Cinnamon Twig and Apricot Seed, highlighting their long history of supporting normal respiratory function and maintaining healthy Qi circulation.
Additional research published in Frontiers in Pharmacology and Phytomedicine has examined the bioactive compounds found in Licorice Root and Coltsfoot Flower, including their antioxidant properties and their ability to support healthy respiratory tissues and normal airway function. Pinellia Tuber (Ban Xia) and Cynanchum Root (Bai Qian) have also been widely documented in Traditional Chinese Medicine literature for their traditional role in transforming phlegm, supporting Lung Qi movement, and promoting respiratory balance.
From a Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective, cold-type asthma is commonly associated with Cold invading the Lung, impaired Lung Qi circulation, and the accumulation of cold phlegm. Traditional warming herbs are used to disperse cold, transform phlegm, restore the descending function of Lung Qi, and support easier, more comfortable breathing while promoting overall respiratory wellness.
Research References
Cinnamomi Ramulus (Cinnamon Twig): Traditional Uses, Phytochemistry and Pharmacology (Journal of Ethnopharmacology)
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30711425/
Glycyrrhiza glabra (Licorice): Pharmacological Activities and Therapeutic Applications (Frontiers in Pharmacology)
https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphar.2022.901672/full
Tussilago farfara (Coltsfoot): Phytochemical Composition and Biological Activities (Phytomedicine)
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28413078/