Reishi; Oats; Linden; Chinese Skullcap; Holy Basil; Schisandra
More often than not I use tinctures because they are so versatile. I can change the amount of any of the items in the formula very easily. Also, tinctures have a long shelf life.
Ganoderma lucidum, Reishi, is often referred to as the Emperor's Herb because it so incredibly helpful. It helps over ninety- five per cent (95%) of all of the different systems in the body. (See Chart for Mushrooms' Therapeutic Effects found at my website, linked below). I love this mushroom. It is so smooth. It works as anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant, anti-tumor, anti-viral, on blood pressure, blood sugar, cardiovascular, cholesterol, sexual potentiator, and all around stress reducer. It can even help with bug bites. It is said that Reishi extract will stop anaphylactic shock by putting some drops directly on the bite and two or more full droppers into the mouth, until the swelling goes down.
Avena sativa (organic wild oats milky seed): It is preferable to use organic, or at least wild, herbs for supplements because as a supplement you are ingesting a larger dose of some food than you can possibly eat: so, it should be the best quality to be found without any possible contaminants. Oats are really soothing to the nervous system and to the heart; definitely a superb grain, especially in its whole form. Overnight cooking in a crock pot can facilitate the long cooking time: Also, a stainless steel pressure cooker.Linden, flowers and leaves (Tilia europaea) are good for the heart and will lighten things up. You cannot go wrong with reading under a Linden tree.
Scutellaria baicalensis (Baikal or Chinese Skullcap) is an amazing herb, so much more than American Skullcap. Not only does it take out the jitters; it also supports the heart, immune system, your lungs, and is an anti-inflammatory. Considering that all disease starts with some kind of inflammation that is saying a lot.
Ocimum tenuiflorum (Holy Basil, a.k.a. Tulsi) is not the house hold Basil (Ocimum basilicum). It is delightfully uplifting without being a huge stimulant (yet, sensitive people do not want to take after 3:30 PM because it might keep you from going to sleep.) This means you will never get a big crash from it. It makes you feel good, lighter. In India they plant Holy Basil along the walk ways to the front doors of their houses, so that the lovely smell fills the air as your enter.
Schisandra, ripe berries, (Schisandra chinensis (Wu Wei Zi)) is an adaptogen which means it balances the body by moving the energy up or down according to its need. It works on the liver helping it to do its work.
By using these six herbs your body can be supported and life can become easier through increased well-being and good health. Stress will melt away. There will be space to take a deep breath and sighhhhhhhhh.
