Concentrated ingredients:

 Reishi mushroom extract
 Zizyphus sd. extract and pwd.
 Fo-ti rt. extract
 Gotu kola hrb. extract
 Salvia rt. extract and pwd.
 Hawthorn frt. extract and pwd.
 Anemarrhena rhz. extract
 Aucklandia rt. extract
 Atractylodes rt. extract
 Poria scl. extract
 Licorice rt. extract


Reishi Reilaxer is sold in bottles of 30 tablets, (10 portions.) 
Pricing is $12.99 each, dealer inquiries invited.


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Reishi Reilaxer Ingredient Profile:

Reishi mushroom (Ganoderma lucidum) Varnished Conk
Ling zhi, "spirit plant": bitter, sweet, warm; Heart, 
Liver, Lung
Reishi is one of the premier herbs of Traditional Chinese 
Medicine. It has been used for thousands of years in the 
quests for health, happiness, long life, wisdom and even 
spritual realization. It appears to have been used by ancient 
alchemists in their search for immortality and may have saved 
some from mercury poisoning. A western relative of Reishi 
(Fomitopsis officinalis) was used by Greeks and Romans as an 
alleged antidote to all poisons. Modern research on Reishi 
reports effects which are adrenal enhancing, analgesic, 
anti-allergic, anti-HIV, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, 
antitumor, antitussive,  antiviral, blood pressure lowering, 
blood cell enhancing (both red and white), bone marrow 
enhancing, bronchitis lessening, cardiotonic, Central Nervous System 
depressant, expectorant, immune potentiating, liver protecting,
liver detoxifying and protecting against ionizing radiation. 
Reishi has been the subject of numerous human studies and is 
currently used in Asia and Europe for a variety of conditions. [6]
*Reishi research*

Zizyphus seed (Zizyphus spinosa) Spiny jujube seed
Suan zao ren, "sour date seed": sweet, sour, neutral; Gallbladder,  
Heart, Liver, Spleen.
This seed is a famous anxiety reducing herb which is traditionally
said to 'calm the spirit', as is Reishi. This seed traditionally
was used to reduce irritabilty and insomnia as well as abnormal   
sweating. In the classic formula 'Spiny Zizyphus Soup' it was also
combined with Poria fungus, Anemarrhena rhizome and Licorice root,
as we did here. The only other ingredient was the 'blood mover'  
Chuan xiong (Ligusticum wallichii), for which we substituted with the
more 'cool' Salvia root.  In modern research this seed has effects
which are sedative, hypnotic, pain reducing and lower blood pressure.
[1, 3]
*Zizyphus Research*


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]

Gotu kola (Centella asiatica) Indian Pennywort
Brahmi: bitter, sweet, cool; Heart, Liver 
This herb was named after the Hindu 'Supreme Reality' called 
'Brahman' which this herb was believed to help awaken an 
understanding of. This herb was also used to help open the 'crown 
chakra' gateway to spiritual awareness. It is believed to be a 
rejuvenative and restoring 'anti-aging' herb which is consumed 
as a prefered food by the South Indian elephants whose memories 
and longevity are associated with this herb. Like reishi, it 
contains tranquilizing adaptogenic 'terpene' compounds which 
help regulate a variety of bodily functions. In general it is 
traditionally used as a cooling, soothing, relaxing, antispasmodic 
diuretic. It's historical applications include sore or inflamed 
throat, skin, liver and urinary tract diseases. In some parts of 
India the plant Bacopa monniera is also called Brahmi and is used 
a similar way. [4]

Salvia root (Salvia miltiorrhiza) Red Sage root
Dan shen, "cinnabar root": bitter, slightly cold; Heart, 
Pericardium, Liver
This herb was traditionally used to 'move the blood' in a variety 
of situations such as heart or menstrual problems and to reduce 
irritability, palpitations and insomnia. Modern research shows 
that it opens arteries, lowers cholesterol and blood pressure, 
reduces some forms of heart disease and is mildly sedative. 
It's name and color are associated with the ancient use of 
'cinnabar', the red mercury ore which was the the alchemical 
catalyst in transforming lead into gold. The alchemists were 
also perhaps the most skilled and nobel of herbalists, and 
always considered the heart (where the 'spirit' resides in Traditional 
Chinese Medicine) and mind of the patient in every medical treatment. 
In Chinese Herbalism, they are sometimes called the 'Spirit Pacifying' 
school of Medicine and their aim partly was to calm and deepen the 
awareness so as to aid in a true and lasting health and happiness. 
[1, 3, 11]

Hawthorn fruit (Crataegus pinnatifida) Crataegus
Shan zha: sour, sweet, slightly warm; Liver, Spleen, Stomach
Somewhat different forms of this herb are widely used in the East 
and West of the world today. It is grown as a food in China, where 
it is believed to assist digestion, especially of meaty or fatty 
foods. It is traditionally used to ease abdominal pain or bloating 
as well 'blood stagnation' of various sorts and diarrhea. Modern 
research indicates that it reduces blood pressure, cholesterol and 
atherosclerosis, opens blood vessels, is antibiotic and significantly 
improves bacillary dysentery (a sometimes severe type of diarrhea). 
[1, 11, 12]

Anemarrhena rhizome (Anemarrhena asphodeloides) Anemarrhena
Zhi mu, "know about mother": bitter, cold; Lung, Stomach, Kidney
This herb has been used for over 2000 yrs. to reduce fever, cough, 
irritabilty, thirst and inflammation. This herb is traditionally 
somewhat unusual because it removes 'damp heat' while still itself 
being moistening. Modern research shows this herb is antibiotic and 
reduces or eliminates fevers and tuberculosis. [1, 11]

Aucklandia root (Aucklandia lappa) Costus root
Mu xiang, "wood fragrance": spicy, bitter, warm; 
Gallbladder, Large Intestine, Spleen, Stomach
This herb has been used for over 2000 years  in Asian medicine 
for its spicy aromatic effects on digestion. Its 'regulating' 
action was employed in abdominal pain, distention, nausea, vomiting, 
diarrhea and dysentery. It is often used with energy promoting 
('qi tonic') herbs to circulate their influence. Modern research 
shows spasm inhibiting, blood pressure lowering and bronchodilating 
effects. [1, 3, 11]

Atractylodes root (Atractylodes macrocephala) 
'White' Atractylodes
Bai zhu: bitter, sweet, warm: Spleen, Stomach
This herb is traditionally used primarily as a digestive. It is 
believed to enhance fluid metabolism and nutrient assimilation. 
This is said to promote better energy production. In modern research 
this herb is a strong diuretic and increases glucose (energy) 
production and storage as well as the weight and endurance of 
exercised animals. [1, 3, 11]

Poria fungus/sclerotium (Poria cocos) Hoelen or 
Tuckahoe fungus Fu ling: sweet, bland, neutral; Heart, Spleen, Lung
This herb has been used for over 2000 years to enhance digestion 
and fluid metabolism as well as to clarify and stabilize the mind. 
It was used for edema, distention, poor appetite, palpitations, 
insomnia and forgetfulness. Modern research indicates C.N.S. 
tranquilizing and muscle relaxing as well as serum glucose lowering 
actions. [1, 3, 6, 11]

Licorice root (Glycyrrhiza uralensis) Ural Licorice
Gan cao, "sweet herb": sweet, neutral; all 12 channels
This herb has been used over 2000 for a wide variety of conditions and 
purposes. Various relatives were highly valued in many parts of the 
ancient world including Egypt. In China it was traditionally used for 
general weakness, digestive pain and insufficiency, coughing and 
wheezing as well as infections and poisonings of various sorts. 
Modern research indicates anti-asthmatic, anti-inflammatory, anti-
allergic, anti-tuberculosis, aldosterone-like and cortisone enhancing, 
anti-ulcer, detoxifying, bile-increasing, blood pressure and 
cholesterol lowering actions. [1, 3, 11, 12]

These statements have not been evaluated by the F.D.A..
No health claims are made for our products.
Our products are not intended for use in the prevention, 
diagnosis, mitigation, treatment or recovery from any 
illness or disease. Our information is offered in a 
historical and educational context. Those experiencing 
health problems are advised to seek assistance
from the qualified health practitioner of their choice.
                    
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