这款草本配方旨在通过促进健康消化，改善宠物粪便中鲜红色血液和黏液的状况——这是体内热邪或湿气影响肠道的征兆——从而提升宠物的整体健康和活力。本配方采用整体疗法，通过清热解毒，支持身体的自然愈合和排毒过程，有效缓解肠道不适。它有助于促进消化道健康，减轻炎症，缓解肠道刺激，并帮助调节肠道功能。通过处理粪便中的鲜红色血液，您可以帮助止血，并减轻狗狗排便时的不适感。*
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100%纯天然草药，在美国混合、生产和包装。
*以上声明未经美国食品药品监督管理局评估。本产品并非用于诊断、治疗、治愈或预防任何疾病。
在传统中医 (TCM) 中，宠物粪便的外观、稠度和气味可以反映宠物的整体健康状况和气 (生命能量) 平衡，以及内脏器官的状态。以下是中医对宠物粪便某些特征的解读：
特征：粪便中带有红色血丝，表明有新鲜出血。
可能原因：大肠发热，炎症，直肠损伤或寄生虫。
中医解读：
- 血热：热伤血管，导致出血。
- 气滞：能量流动受阻，造成劳损。
- 血瘀：肠道循环不良或轻微撕裂
不同的人可能会出现不同的症状，包括：
- 排便时感到疼痛或不适。
- 食欲或精力下降。
- 用力排便或频繁排便。
饮食建议：
- 白米饭（煮熟） （总重量×0.1） （10%全谷物） ：有助于消化，不会造成负担。
- 熟蔬菜（西葫芦、菠菜）（总重量×0.2） （20%蔬菜）：温和，有益于消化道。
- 瘦肉蛋白（猪肉或鸭肉）（总重量×0.7） （70%瘦肉蛋白） ：清凉蛋白，以应对炎热。
狗狗的喂食量：
- 小型犬（<20磅）：每日喂食量： ½ 至 1 杯，约 200-350 克（0.4-0.8 磅）食物（湿粮或自制食物等量）。
- 中型犬（20-50磅）：每日喂食量： 1.5至2.5杯，约400-750克（0.8-1.6磅）食物（湿粮或自制食物等量）。
- 大型犬（>50 磅）：每日喂食量： 3 至 4.5 杯，约 800-1500 克（1.7-3.3 磅）食物（湿粮或自制食物等量）。
猫咪的喂食量：
- 小型猫（<5磅）：每日喂食量： 1/4 至 1/2 杯 ~50–125克（0.1–0.3磅）食物（湿粮或自制食物等量）。
- 中型猫（5-10磅）：每日喂食量： 1/2至3/4杯，约100-250克（0.2-0.6磅）食物（湿粮或自制食物等量）。
- 大型猫（>10磅）：每日喂食量： 3/4 至 1 杯 ~150-300克（0.3-0.7磅）食物（湿粮或自制食物等量）。
建议：
- 包括宠物血便（鲜红色） 在食物中添加清热解毒、行气、调理消化系统的成分。待粪便恢复正常后，可过渡到喂食宠物专用的成形便，以持续改善粪便状况。
- 每天定时喂食，以促进消化系统健康。
- 避免在剧烈运动前喂食，以防止腹胀或不适。
- 食物温度要适中：避免喂食过冷或生的食物，尤其是消化功能较弱的犬猫，更要避免喂食乳制品。熟食通常更好。
- 控制食量：喂食过多会导致食物滞留和消化问题。
- 补水：随时提供干净、新鲜的水，尤其是在食用干燥或温热的食物时。
- 骨头汤可以添加到食物中，以补充水分并增强口感。
- 观察：监测饮食或草药调整后粪便的变化。
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草本混合物： 新鲜地黄 蒲公英根 黄芪 安吉莉卡·泰尔斯 党参 花园地榆根 麦冬块茎 |
| 其他成分：纯蜂蜜，有助于消化和吸收 |
How to Use Pet Formula for Bloody Stool (Red, Blood-Tinged)
For dogs and cats, administer the recommended amount based on your pet's weight, or as directed by your veterinarian or qualified animal health practitioner. The pills may be given directly by mouth or mixed into food.
Recovery from bloody stools is influenced by diet, hydration, digestive health, stress, environmental factors, and your pet's overall condition. Improvements in stool quality, digestive comfort, and bowel regularity may develop gradually over several days to weeks of consistent use.
For best results, administer consistently as directed. Traditional Chinese herbal formulas are commonly used as part of a comprehensive digestive wellness program to help restore gastrointestinal balance, support healthy intestinal function, and maintain long-term digestive health.
Dosages in Powder Form:
- Small Dogs (<20 lbs): ¼ - ½ spoon, 2 times a day
- Medium Dogs (20–50 lbs): 1 spoon, 2 times a day
- Large Dogs (>50 lbs): 1 and ½ spoons, 2 times a day
Dosages in Pill Form:
- Small Dogs (<20 lbs): 3 - 5 pills.
- Medium Dogs (20–50 lbs): 5 - 10 pills.
- Large Dogs (>50 lbs): 10 - 20 pills.
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Dosages in Powder Form:
- Small Cats (<5 lbs): A very small pinch, 2 times a day
- Medium Cats (5–10 lbs): ⅙ spoon, 2 times a day
- Large Cats (>10 lbs): ¼ spoon, 2 times a day
Dosages in Pill Form:
- Small Cats (<5 lbs): 1 pill
- Medium Cats (5 – 10 lbs): 1 - 2 pills.
- Large Cats (>10 lbs): 2 - 3 pills.
A Proven, Research-Backed Pet Bloody Stool Support Formula
Modern research on traditional herbs commonly used in digestive and intestinal support formulas, particularly Fresh Rehmannia (Sheng Di Huang), Astragalus (Huang Qi), Garden Burnet Root (Di Yu), and Dandelion Root (Pu Gong Ying), has explored their antioxidant activity, immune regulation, intestinal barrier support, and inflammatory pathway modulation. These herbs have been widely studied for their bioactive compounds and their traditional roles in supporting gastrointestinal health, healthy circulation, and maintaining the integrity of the digestive tract.
Research published in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology, Frontiers in Pharmacology, and the International Journal of Molecular Sciences has investigated the biological activities of these traditional herbs, including catalpol from Fresh Rehmannia, astragalosides from Astragalus, chlorogenic acid from Dandelion Root, and the naturally occurring tannins and phenolic compounds found in Garden Burnet Root. These studies have explored their antioxidant, immune-supporting, gastrointestinal wellness, and intestinal barrier-supporting properties.
From a Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective, healthy bowel function depends on the proper balance of the Spleen, Stomach, Liver, and Large Intestine, along with healthy Blood circulation and the body's ability to clear Heat while maintaining intestinal integrity. When these systems remain balanced, the digestive tract is traditionally believed to maintain healthy stool consistency, normal bowel function, and overall gastrointestinal wellness.
Research References
Fresh Rehmannia (Sheng Di Huang): Pharmacological Activities and Traditional Applications (International Journal of Molecular Sciences)
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7911419/
Astragalus (Huang Qi): Advances on the Immunoregulation Effects of Astragalus Polysaccharides (Frontiers in Natural Products)
https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/natural-products/articles/10.3389/fntpr.2022.971679/full
Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale): Phytochemistry, Pharmacology and Traditional Uses (Journal of Ethnopharmacology)
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32184197/
Garden Burnet Root (Sanguisorba officinalis): Traditional Uses, Phytochemistry and Pharmacological Activities (Journal of Ethnopharmacology)
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31837334/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pet Formula for Bloody Stool (Red, Blood-Tinged) used for?
Pet Formula for Bloody Stool (Red, Blood-Tinged) is traditionally used in Chinese herbal practice to support healthy digestive function and intestinal wellness in pets experiencing fresh red blood in the stool. It is commonly chosen to support occasional blood-tinged stools, straining during bowel movements, abdominal discomfort, occasional vomiting, intestinal irritation, and overall lower digestive tract health.
How does Traditional Chinese Medicine view bloody stools in pets?
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), fresh red blood in the stool is often associated with Heat in the Large Intestine, Blood Heat, Damp-Heat, intestinal irritation, or weakened Spleen Qi that is unable to properly contain Blood within the vessels. TCM focuses on restoring balance, cooling excess Heat, nourishing Blood, and supporting healthy digestive function.
What is Blood Heat in Traditional Chinese Medicine?
Blood Heat is a TCM pattern in which excess internal Heat causes Blood to move recklessly outside the vessels. In pets, this may present as fresh red blood in the stool, intestinal irritation, inflammation, restlessness, thirst, dry stools, or digestive discomfort. Traditional herbal formulas are commonly used to cool Heat while supporting healthy Blood circulation and intestinal balance.
What is Damp-Heat in the Large Intestine?
Damp-Heat is a common digestive imbalance in Traditional Chinese Medicine that combines excess moisture with internal Heat. In pets, this pattern may contribute to bloody stools, mucus in the stool, diarrhea, foul-smelling stools, straining during defecation, abdominal discomfort, and occasional vomiting.
Which pets may benefit from Pet Formula for Bloody Stool (Red, Blood-Tinged)?
Dogs and cats experiencing occasional fresh red blood in the stool, blood-tinged feces, straining during bowel movements, intestinal irritation, abdominal discomfort, mild digestive inflammation, or occasional vomiting may benefit from this formula as part of a comprehensive digestive wellness plan.
Can this formula support pets with occasional fresh blood in the stool?
Yes. This formula is traditionally used to support intestinal balance, cool excess Heat, nourish Blood, and promote healthy bowel function in pets experiencing occasional fresh red blood in the stool.
Why might a pet strain during bowel movements?
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, straining during defecation may occur when Heat, inflammation, dryness, or stagnation affects the Large Intestine. Supporting intestinal moisture, circulation, and digestive balance may help promote healthier bowel movements.
Can intestinal Heat affect my pet's digestion?
Yes. Excess Heat may irritate the intestinal lining and disrupt normal digestive function. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, clearing Heat and supporting healthy Blood circulation are considered important for maintaining comfortable digestion and normal bowel movements.
Can digestive imbalance contribute to bloody stools?
Traditional Chinese Medicine recognizes that imbalances involving the Spleen, Stomach, Large Intestine, and Blood may contribute to digestive disturbances, including blood-tinged stools, abdominal discomfort, and irregular bowel movements. Supporting overall digestive harmony is an important part of long-term intestinal wellness.
How long should my pet take Pet Formula for Bloody Stool (Red, Blood-Tinged)?
Every pet is unique. The length of use depends on your pet's overall constitution, digestive health, age, diet, lifestyle, and response to the formula. Some pets require short-term digestive support, while others may benefit from longer periods of intestinal wellness support under the guidance of a qualified practitioner.
Can this formula be used with other Silkie Herbs Pet Formulas?
Yes. Many Silkie Herbs Pet Formulas are designed to complement one another. Pet Formula for Bloody Stool (Red, Blood-Tinged) is commonly combined with Pet Spleen Support, Pet Kidney Yin, Pet Immune Support, Pet Allergy & Skin Problems, or other Loose Stool Formulas depending on your pet's individual digestive pattern and wellness goals.
When is the best time to give Pet Formula for Bloody Stool (Red, Blood-Tinged)?
This formula may be given according to the product directions or your practitioner's recommendation. Consistent daily use is commonly preferred while supporting digestive balance and healthy bowel function.
What herbs are included in Pet Formula for Bloody Stool (Red, Blood-Tinged)?
Pet Formula for Bloody Stool (Red, Blood-Tinged) contains a carefully selected blend of Fresh Rehmannia, Dandelion Root, Astragalus Root, Angelica Root, Codonopsis Root, Garden Burnet Root, and Ophiopogon Tuber. These herbs have traditionally been used in Chinese herbal practice to cool Heat, nourish Blood, support healthy intestinal tissues, promote digestive balance, strengthen Qi, and maintain normal bowel function. The honey pill formula is prepared with pure honey as the traditional binding agent, while the powder formula contains only the herbal blend without honey.
Can this formula be used year-round?
Many pets use this formula only during periods of digestive imbalance. Once bowel function has normalized, your practitioner may recommend transitioning to another Silkie Herbs digestive wellness formula for ongoing intestinal maintenance.
What makes Silkie Herbs Pet Formula for Bloody Stool (Red, Blood-Tinged) different?
Silkie Herbs Pet Formulas are rooted in five generations of traditional herbal practice. Every formula follows classical Traditional Chinese Medicine principles using carefully selected medicinal herbs. Our honey pills are traditionally prepared using pure honey as the binding agent, while our herbal powders contain only pure herbal ingredients. We never use artificial colors, flavors, preservatives, synthetic fillers, chemical binders, or unnecessary additives. Every batch is manufactured in the United States and undergoes rigorous quality testing to support purity, safety, consistency, and authenticity.
Why does Traditional Chinese Medicine focus on the Large Intestine and Blood for bloody stools?
Traditional Chinese Medicine teaches that healthy bowel function depends on proper balance of Qi, Blood, digestive fluids, and the Large Intestine. When Heat or inflammation affects the intestinal tract, fresh blood may appear in the stool. Supporting intestinal balance and healthy Blood circulation has been an important principle of digestive wellness in TCM for centuries.
Can stress affect my pet's digestive health?
Yes. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, emotional stress may disrupt the smooth movement of Liver Qi, which can affect digestion and intestinal function. Long-term imbalance may contribute to digestive discomfort, irregular stools, or intestinal irritation in some pets.
Can Pet Formula for Bloody Stool (Red, Blood-Tinged) be taken daily?
Many pets take this formula daily during periods of digestive imbalance. Consistent use is commonly preferred when supporting intestinal wellness, digestive comfort, and healthy bowel function according to Traditional Chinese Medicine principles.
What foods help support healthy digestion in pets?
Traditional Chinese Medicine often recommends easily digestible, freshly prepared foods appropriate for your pet's individual constitution. Avoiding sudden dietary changes, excessive treats, greasy foods, and highly processed foods may help support normal digestion and healthy bowel movements.
Why are Silkie Herbs Pet Formulas available in both honey pills and powder?
Silkie Herbs offers both traditional honey-bound herbal pills and pure herbal powders to meet the needs of different pets. Honey pills follow the traditional Chinese preparation method using pure honey as the natural binding agent, while powders provide the same carefully balanced herbal formula in a convenient honey-free option for pets with individual dietary preferences.
Are Silkie Herbs Pet Formulas third-party tested?
Yes. Silkie Herbs performs extensive quality testing throughout production, from raw herb verification through finished product testing. This includes screening for identity, purity, heavy metals, pesticides, and microbial contaminants to help ensure safety, quality, and consistency.
Where are Silkie Herbs Pet Formulas made?
All Silkie Herbs Pet Formulas are blended, manufactured, and packaged in the United States under strict quality standards while following traditional Chinese herbal preparation methods.
What makes traditional Chinese herbal formulas different from single-herb supplements?
Traditional Chinese herbal formulas combine multiple herbs that work together according to classical TCM principles. Rather than relying on a single ingredient, each herb serves a unique purpose within the formula to support balance, digestive 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), including steaming, roasting, honey processing, wine processing, or other classical techniques. These preparation methods have been refined over centuries to optimize each herb's traditional properties and support overall formula balance.
Silkie配方为何优于其他草药疗法？
Silkie Pills并非普通的草药补充剂。从原材料到最终产品，我们生产过程的每一步都秉承着对品质、传统和诚信的执着追求。以下是我们的独特之处：
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100% 美国制造
从原材料采购到生产制造和测试，我们生产的每一个环节都在美国完成，并受到严格的质量控制。这确保了产品的一致性、安全性和符合最高的生产标准。 -
我们不使用胶囊或片剂——原因显而易见。
与大多数现代保健品不同，我们不使用胶囊（无论是明胶胶囊还是植物胶囊）或片剂。胶囊和片剂通常含有合成填充剂、粘合剂、润滑剂和流动剂，这些成分可能会干扰消化、减缓吸收或刺激肠道。即使是植物胶囊——通常以“天然”的名义销售——也通常是由羟丙基甲基纤维素（HPMC）制成的，这是一种经过化学加工的木浆衍生物。为了形成胶囊壳，必须对材料进行化学改性、加热和模压，通常还需要增塑剂或溶剂的辅助，才能形成均匀且稳定的胶囊形状。这些并非天然食物，对您的健康并无益处。特别是片剂，其生产过程需要高压和高温，这可能会破坏草药中一些脆弱的成分。人体必须先分解这些物质，才能吸收草药中的有效成分。 -
纯蜂蜜作为粘合剂
我们不使用合成粘合剂或填充剂。相反，我们使用根据每种特定配方定制的纯蜂蜜。蜂蜜不仅是天然粘合剂，也是天然防腐剂和助消化剂。我们精心挑选不同种类的蜂蜜，利用它们的能量特性来平衡草药成分。这有助于促进吸收，并使整个配方与传统医学理论相协调。 -
仅使用正宗药用级草药
我们采用最高等级的草药——正宗的道地药材。这些并非普通的商品草药；它们生长于原产地，在适宜的风土条件（气候、土壤、海拔）下，通常在药效最佳时手工采摘，并按照传统的中医方法进行加工。
这些被称为“炮制”的传统加工技法，对于将草药原料转化为有效、安全且具有针对性的药物至关重要。根据草药的作用和功效，炮制方法可能包括：
炒——为了缓和辛辣味或增强温热效果
蒸（蒸） ——为了滋养阴气或减少和消除毒素。
蜜炙——补益肺脾
酒炙——活血化瘀，促进血液循环
煅烧（焙烧） ——尤其适用于矿物质和贝壳，使其更容易消化
发酵（發酵） ——转化物质并增强消化效果
陈放（或称熟化） ——使药性过强的草药变得温和，并改善其药效。
这些方法并非可有可无，而是草药在人体内发挥作用的关键所在。它们需要更多的时间、人力和专业知识，但最终得到的草药比市面上批量生产、未经加工出售的草药效力更强、针对性更佳、能量更契合人体。这种纯正的草药极为罕见，价格也远高于普通市售草药。 -
中药方剂是经过精心研究的，并非随意拼凑的草药。
Silkie 的每一款配方都基于经典的中医理论。中医方剂并非随意组合草药，而是数百年来临床观察、辨证论治和能量理解的结晶。每一种草药都扮演着明确的角色——无论是主药、副药、辅药还是特药——并根据特定的治疗方向进行选择。我们遵循这种结构化的方法，以确保协同作用、安全性和有效性。您得到的并非是各种流行成分的简单组合。 -
从原材料到成品，全程严格测试
每一批产品在每个阶段都要经过全面的检测——从单一原料草药的验证，到研磨混合草药，再到最终的药丸成品。这包括草药的鉴别、效力、纯度、重金属、农药和微生物污染物检测。 -
传统智慧，现代诚信
我们的配方传承自五代中医草药智慧，这些智慧通过经验、学徒制和临床实践代代相传。我们尊重经典的配伍和药性——不仅在理论层面，更在经年累月的实践中不断精进。这种深厚的理解确保每个配方都根植于真正的药用价值，而非市场潮流。同时，我们秉承严谨透明的实践方法和第三方验证，将这些古老的智慧带入现代，确保古人智慧能够满足当今的需求。 -
手工制作，注重细节
与市面上常见的保健品不同，Silkie 的每一款配方都经过精心研制，充分考虑了各种成分之间的相互作用。蜂蜜不仅能起到粘合作用，还能温补配方，健脾益胃，促进草药的吸收。这种精益求精的制作过程比一般的保健品生产需要更多的时间、精力和技巧。
原料
原料
Fresh Rehmannia
Fresh Rehmannia (Sheng Di Huang) cools the blood and clears heat, making it an excellent herb for addressing bleeding caused by heat in the intestines. It also nourishes yin and promotes hydration, helping to soothe inflammation and repair damaged tissues.
Angelica tails
Angelica Tails (Dang Gui Wei) invigorate blood circulation and resolve stagnation while stopping bleeding by harmonizing blood flow. They are particularly effective for nourishing and repairing damaged intestinal tissues, promoting healing while preventing further bleeding.
Dandelion Root
Dandelion Root (Pu Gong Ying) clears heat and detoxifies, targeting inflammation and infections in the gastrointestinal tract. It helps reduce swelling, resolve toxins, and promote healing, which is critical for stopping bright red bleeding from heat-related causes.
Garden Burnet Root
Garden Burnet Root (Di Yu) cools the blood, stops bleeding, and reduces inflammation, particularly in the lower digestive tract. It is highly effective for addressing bright red blood in stools caused by heat or injury. Additionally, it promotes tissue repair, aiding in the healing process.
蜂蜜是唯一的粘合剂
不含人工填充剂或成分
药效最强的药草
100％天然
我们的草药补充剂采用天然蜂蜜作为粘合剂。蜂蜜可以滋润肺、肠、脾和胃；它是一种天然防腐剂，具有抗菌和治疗功效。与其他使用淀粉、镁和其他化学物质作为补充剂粘合剂的草药补充剂公司不同，我们只使用 100% 蜂蜜。我们也避免使用植物胶囊，因为它们需要化学成分来形成胶囊形状。
高峰收获草药
我们的草药丸混合物中的草药都是在药效最强时收获的，它们比在季前或季后收获的药效较低的草药要贵得多，但在我们看来，优质是无可替代的。
五代
五代以来，我们收集、测试和提炼了中草药配方，这些配方本身源自 3000 年的传统中医经验。传统中医是创造您天生应有的生活的一条深奥途径。它是一座永恒的桥梁，可以启动和支持生命各个维度的变化和成长：身体、心理、情感和精神。
来自 Ann 的消息
“健康对我们的整体幸福至关重要。它涵盖身体、精神和情感方面，因此，为了过上充实的生活，照顾好自己是很重要的。强调预防胜于治疗对于保持这种平衡至关重要。没有健康，生活就会变得极具挑战性。它会影响我们追求目标、享受人际关系和充分体验日常生活的能力。健康是我们想要实现和体验的一切的基础。” - Ann Tam
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安妮的故事
这是我的故事。
如果你对中草药疗法持怀疑态度或不确定，我很难责怪你。我以前也不相信，直到我女儿病得很重，我父亲（第四代草药医生）用草药帮助她好起来。
我出生在一个草药世家。我的父亲、祖父、曾祖父、高祖父都是草药师。我是这个可以追溯到中国封建时代的悠久家族的第五代传人。
我三四岁时就开始学习草药歌曲和如何识别草药。长大后，我在越南父亲的诊所工作时学会了如何加工草药。我们移民到美国后，父亲问我是否想从事中医职业，成为一名草药医生或针灸师。我说：“不，爸爸，别管我。我会找一份我喜欢的工作。”所以，他让我自己去寻找自己的道路。
在我生下第二个女儿凯瑟琳之前，我一直都不想接触草药。凯瑟琳出生时患有严重的胃反流病。凯瑟琳十天大的时候，我不得不带她去急诊室，给她的小手注射静脉注射剂，因为她无法把奶喝下去。除了呕吐，她还腹泻。凯瑟琳的双侧营养不足，她小小的身体越来越小。那时我爸爸警告我：“她需要用草药治疗，否则她以后会癫痫发作。”我当时并不完全明白爸爸在说什么，所以我没有理会他。
我女儿病得很严重，每小时只能喝半盎司的奶。在喂奶之前，我会用注射器将 Zantac 注射到她的嘴里，以减轻呕吐。随着时间的推移，她需要喝奶的次数越来越多，因此 Zantac 的用量也越来越多。凯瑟琳 8 个月大的时候，她每天需要喂奶和服药 11 次。
我几乎无法睡觉、吃饭、洗澡或休息。即使是晚上，我也必须把女儿扛在肩上才能让她入睡。如果我把凯瑟琳放下，她就会呕吐。我几乎没有时间每周给自己挤出一两次 5 分钟的淋浴时间。我筋疲力尽，但我能做什么呢？我必须照顾我的女儿，尽我所能度过每一天，希望她会好起来，或者至少她的病情不会恶化。
夏天高温时，凯瑟琳必须穿一件高领衫和两件毛衣，还要戴上婴儿帽和围巾，即使气温超过 100 度。如果我不给她盖好，她就会流鼻涕、咳嗽，还会不停地呕吐。她怎么能去上学或任何有空调的地方呢？
有一天，我们去了一家越南河粉餐厅。我把凯瑟琳放到高脚椅上后，转身调整了一下椅子。然后我听到一个女人喊道：“看她！”我顺着她指的方向看去。原来是凯瑟琳……她的眼睛向上翻白，整个身体僵硬颤抖，嘴里流着液体。有人说：“往她嘴里挤点柠檬汁。”我毫不犹豫地照做了，凯瑟琳的身体放松了下来。
我们赶紧把她送到了急诊室。她在新生儿重症监护室待了三天，医生们监测她的大脑。医生告诉我，我很幸运，因为我女儿的癫痫发作时间不超过 3 分钟，否则她的大脑就会受损。此后，我总是随身带着一片柠檬，因为我不知道我的宝贝女儿什么时候会再次癫痫发作。
癫痫发作每周都会发生一次，因此医生给她开了抗癫痫药。凯瑟琳还不到 1 岁，她已经每天服用 Zantac 11 次，外加 3 次抗癫痫药。几乎不可能给她注射抗癫痫药，因为每当我拿出注射器时，她就会哭闹并开始呕吐。
我带凯瑟琳去 CHOC 看专科医生。我问：“医生，你见过有这种病的婴儿康复吗？”医生回答说：“这要看情况。有些婴儿长大后会康复，有些则不会。如果康复不了，他们就得终生服药。”
“你说的长大后就好了是什么意思？”医生解释说，随着凯瑟琳年龄的增长，她可能会自己好起来。
我脑子转得飞快。“这段时间处方药没有治疗她的胃吗？”医生说，“没有，它只是帮助引导食物下咽，这样她就不会再吐出来了。这就是为什么你必须在喂食前给她吃药。”
“那么，如果她长不大了怎么办？”这样一来，凯瑟琳就得终生依赖药物了。医生还告诉我，她也是天生患有胃反流病，目前仍在服药治疗。
她的话犹如闪电般击中了我的心。如果医生连自己都无法治疗胃反流，她又怎么能帮助我的女儿呢？看到这条路徒劳无功，我向父亲求助。
我爸爸建议我停止服用所有西药，每天给她服用三次草药。每天给凯瑟琳服药三次而不是十四次对我来说真是天赐良机。虽然这听起来好得令人难以置信，但我想如果凯瑟琳没有好转或继续呕吐，我仍然可以给她服用 Zantac。
每天服用 3 次草药一个月后，凯瑟琳呕吐的次数越来越少。为了测试凯瑟琳，我让她哭，看她是否会呕吐。她没有，所以我知道她正在好转。再服用一个月草药后，凯瑟琳可以穿更少的衣服，而不会流鼻涕、咳嗽或呕吐。服用 3 个月草药后，她不再出现胃反流和癫痫发作。凯瑟琳将享受正常、健康的生活。
由于凯瑟琳康复得很快，我便开始相信中医，并请父亲为我治疗。我很容易晕倒，尤其是在冬天。经过几个月的中药治疗后，我再也没有晕倒过。
我开始有时间思考，试图理解为什么一片柠檬有助于放松肌肉并阻止癫痫发作。柠檬是一种常见的柑橘，但它却具有我们不了解和低估的神奇力量。我想了解更多并找到答案，所以我决定去拥有悠久草药历史的中国。我去了中国和香港的中医学校，并在中医院工作，向世界上最好的草药医生学习。
当我在那里时，我知道有一天我会成为一名草药师，但我如何才能获得稳定的优质草药供应。我和父亲背包游遍中国，参观了许多农田。我们采访了为我们种植草药的农民。我们的产品采用的是药效最强时收获的最高品质草药。它们比在季节前或季节后收获的药效较弱的草药贵得多。
回到美国后，我和父亲一起工作，学习他的经验，研究祖先传下来的秘方。我的经历让我明白健康的重要性。没有健康，就谈不上事业、美丽、教育、自由等。现在我和许多和我一样受苦的家庭一起工作。他们的感激之情促使我更加努力地工作。
我们以“丝羽乌骨鸡”命名，它是一种中国品种的鸡，以其温和友好的性情而闻名。它们温柔体贴，是出色的母亲。丝羽乌骨鸡最喜欢孵蛋，无论这些蛋是不是它的，即使它们是“鸭蛋”。我们有着相同的观点，像照顾自己的家人一样照顾我们的客户。