Siber-Cord Gold Ingredient Profile:
Eleuthero root (Eleutherococcus senticosus) (once known as Siberian Ginseng),Wu cha seng: spicy, bitter, warm; Liver Kidney Eleuthero has become very famous in the last decade as the original 'adaptogen'. 'Adaptogen' literally means something which 'generates adaptation'. The Russian scientists who researched most of Eleutheros powers found out about it while searching for a substitiute for 'true ginseng' (Panax ginseng). In terms of reducing many types of stress however, Eleuthero outperformed Panax. This led to the idea of a non-specific, non-toxic, regulating substance to be called an 'adaptogen'. The stress-reducing power of adaptogens is really what earned them their importance. This is because the failure to adapt to stress can be seen as the primary cause of disease and aging. Eleuthero worked to lower high blood pressure but to raise low blood pressure according to need. This goal of balance is called 'homeostasis'. Because of the increasing types of stressors in the modern world, adaptogens have been called the "medicines of the future". Eleuthero has been historically used for poor immunity, low endurance, low backache, weak tendons, arthritis and old age. 5, 12 *Eleuthero root research*

Cordyceps fungus (Cordyceps sinensis) Caterpillar fungus Dong chong xia cao: sweet, warm; Lung, Kidney This herb like reishi was also very rare and expensive in ancient China. It was traditionally reserved for use by the Emperors physicians. It was first discovered by yak herders who saw the yaks eat it each season before mating. The herders tried it and were thrilled with the results since they and the monks they shared it with were apparenty more jolly, witty, agile, could walk further, carry more weight and had several chronic immune and respiratory illnesses vanish with prolonged use. It was even said to have anti-aging properties. In the last decades humans have been able to cultivate the mycelium part of the fungus so that its properties could be enjoyed by the masses. Although historically called the 'caterpillar fungus' or 'winter worm-summer grass' (dong chong-xia cao) because the wintertime caterpiller larvae become taken over by the carnivorous cordyceps fungus, ours is now grown on a vegetarian substrate and then concentrated to be several times as potent as the original mycelium. The National Health Ministry of China gave daily cordyceps to its womens track and field team, who went on to set 9 world-records. This herb was traditionally used for lung and kidney problems as well as impotence, debility and aging. Modern reasearch indicates abilities to lower cholesterol,regulate immunity, inhibit tumors, asthma or tuberculosis and to enhance liver functions. 1, 6, 11 *Cordyceps research*

Green tea leaf (Camellia sinensis) Qing cha ye, "green tea leaf": bitter, sweet, cool; Lung, Liver, Heart, Kidney This herb has become a cherished daily beverage for hundreds of millions of people. Green tea is also increasingly famous as being among the most potent available antioxidant foods. One major theory of aging and mental deterioration is that it's caused by the 'free-radicals' in our diet and environment which take their toll upon our physical and mental functions. Antioxidant substances may potentially slow down this process of deterioration. Green teas powers over heart disease, cancer, viruses and tooth decay are the subjects of ongoing research. 2, 7
*Green tea research*

Ligustrum fruit (Ligustrum lucidum) Glossy Privet fruit Nu zhen zi,"female chastity seed": bitter, sweet, neutral: Kidney, Liver This fairly common ornamental plant is among those used for over two thousand years to help nourish the moisture and regulate fluid metabolism of the body. This lubricating fluid is called 'yin' in Chinese Medicine and many if not most aging signs are believed to result from a lack of this cooling fluid. This herb is particularly famed for "brightening the eyes" which means sharpening vision and "darkening the hair" which means helping hair retain or restore its original color. In terms of burning energy, this herb could be seen as wood whereas the more warming and invigorating herbs Cordyceps and Astragalus form the spark and flame of the formula. These combinations are used in modern China for immune tonification as well as energy building. This herb is rich in oleanolic acid which has been shown to regulate heart function and fluid metabolism. TonicCord Gold contains 35 mg. ea. of polyphenols and green tea caffeine per tablet 1, 11

Astragalus root (Astragalus membranaceous) Yellow Milk-vetch root Huang qi: sweet, slightly warm: Lung, Spleen This herb has been traditionally used to enhance metabolism, increase energy ('qi') and surface immunity ('wei-qi') as well as to prevent prolapse, excess sweating and fluid retention. An article published by the American Cancer Society in Cancer Magazine stated that a liquid astragalus extract helped restore normal immune response in 90% of cancer patients tested. By decreasing T-suppressor cells and thus increasing T-cells, this herb is potentially of use in the management of H.I.V. . In animal studies this herb also significantly lowers blood pressure, protects the liver and kidneys and increases activity induced weight gain and endurance. 1, 3, 11, 12

Epimedium leaf (Epimedium sagittatum) Horny Goatweed Yin yang huo, "licentious goat wort": sweet, spicy, warm; Kidney, Liver Traditionally used for impotence, infertility, emotional withdrawal and forgetfulness. Also often used for the pain, numbness, weakness or spasm of tendons, extremities, low back and legs. Modern testing reveals actions of increasing sexual activity and sperm production as well as stimulating sensory nerves. In the lungs it seems to loosen phlegm, stop coughing and open airways in animals. It apparently also acts to lower blood-pressure. We have made this herb a lesser ingredient to be true to the world record setters combination while avoiding an overly warm formula. 1, 11, 12

Dang gui root (Angelica sinensis) Chinese Angelica Dang gui, "state of return": sweet, spicy, bitter, warm; Heart, Liver, Spleen This herb has become very famous as the premier 'woman's herb' of China. It has been used over 2000 years for building 'blood' and for a wide variety of female complaints. It is also often used daily by men for general strengthening after injury or debility or for 'building flesh' in athletes and body-builders when in combination with energy ('qi') building herbs like ginseng or astragalus. In fact, in some men ('blood-deficient' types) dang gui may even act as a mild aphrodisiac. This herb is said to contain a vegetable type of vitamin B-12 and actions that include liver-protective, pain and spasm reducing, mildly sedative and blood-pressure lowering. 1, 3, 11, 12

Citrus peel (Citrus reticulata) Tangerine peel Chen pi, "aged peel": spicy, bitter, aromatic, warm; Lung, Spleen, Stomach This herb has been widely used for over 2000 years as a digestive regulator and adjunct to many other forms of tonification. By 'moving the energy and moisture' in the lungs and digestion it is considered to be of particular value in treating fullness, bloating, gas, nausea, vomiting and watery coughs or white mucus conditions. These same 'moving' qualities are considered to make it able to aid in the assimilation of other tonics. 1, 3, 11

Fo ti (Polygonum multiflorum) Fleeceflower root Ho shou wu, "Mr. Ho's hair-blackener": sweet, bitter, astringent, slightly warm; Liver, Kidney This herb is widely used to nourish the blood, reproductive essence ('jing') and lubricative moisture ('yin') of the body. This 'moistening' approach is vital in many restorative or 'anti-aging' herbal combinations. In T.C.M. (Traditional Chinese Medicine) the brain, reproductive essence and bone marrow are all functions of the 'water element'. This herb is also used for sharpening vision and helping hair retain or restore its original color as well as low backache, debilty and skin sores. Modern research indicates value in lowering cholesterol, blood pressure, atherosclerosis, arteriosclerosis, constipation and malaria. 1, 3, 11, 12

Rubus fruit (Rubus chingii) Chinese Raspberry Fu pen zi, "overturned fruit bowl": sweet, astringent, slightly warm; Kidney, Liver This is a yang tonic which is used for infertility, impotence, low backache, poor eyesight, premature ejaculation, bedwetting and frequent urination. The fruit is harvested and dried in an immature state which is probably richer in plant hormones (phytosterols). An old Chinese saying states, "If a man is prone to erections, keep him away from rubus fruit". It is known to contain both organic acids and vitamin C and to have a hormonal influence. In this formula it also helps to counter the slightly laxative properties of Dang gui and Ho shou wu. 1, 11

Lycci fruit (Lycium chinense) Chinese Wolfberry fruit, Matrimonyvine fruit Gou qi zi: sweet, neutral; Liver, Lung, Kidney This herb has been used for over 2000 years to 'nourish the blood', reproductive essence ('jing') and lubricative moisture ('yin') of the body. In T.C.M. (Traditional Chinese Medicine) the brain, reproductive essence and bone marrow are all functions of the 'water element' which they relate to the kidneys. This herb is also historically used for poor vision, low backache, debilty, diabetes, old age and consumptive cough. Modern research indicates liver protective and blood pressure lowering effects. This herb has been shown to contain betaine, thiamine, riboflavin, vitamin C, plant hormones and essential fatty acids. 1, 3, 11, 12

Baikal Scullcap root (Scutellarria baicalensis) Scutellaria, Scute Huang qin: bitter, cold; Gallbladder, Large Intestine, Lung, Stomach This herb has been used for over 2000 years as a 'heat clearing' medicine. This usually means that the herb lowers fever or infection. This often has to do with natural antibiotic effects. In the case of this herb it was used especially in 'damp heat' of the lungs (often involving colored sticky mucus), digestive tract (dysentery), liver (jaundice) or skin (some sores and swellings). Baikal Scullcap or it's parts have been shown to be anti-allergic, antibiotic (in one case Staph. bacteria which had become resistant to penicillin remained sensitive to the herb), diuretic, bile stimulating, nerve sedating, and to lower blood pressure, cholesterol and body temperature. This herb is one of many yellow or golden plant parts from around the world which are traditionally considered 'bitter and cold'. These are typically used in various cases of infections. These also include but are not limited to: Amur corktree (Phellodendron), barberry (Berberis), cape jasmine, (Gardenia) gentian (Gentiana), gold thread (Coptis), goldenseal (Hydrastis) and oregon grape (Mahonia). 1, 3, 11

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