Herbsmith Rx Du Huo Harmonize Joints Herbal Formula for Horses
ABOUT
This blend addresses discomfort in the joints and limbs that results from training and everyday activities. The horse that would benefit most from this blend is generally weak, has a poor hair coat, and lacks luster in the eyes. The horse has achy joints and limbs resulting from prolonged wear and tear to one or multiple joints or limbs. Lower back discomfort may also accompany these issues. This will often get worse with cold and damp weather.
CHINESE THEORY
The Chinese theory behind this blend is that it expels wind and dampness, disperses the obstruction, and tonifies the deficiency. Joint discomfort is considered to be an obstruction of the flow of energy, or Qi, which causes achiness. Herbs in this blend are used to dispel the obstruction, thereby managing the discomfort within the joints. Wind and dampness are considered to be external pathogenic factors, which have invaded the body and affected the joints. Damp and wind are expelled from the body by these herbs.
The obstruction of the flow of Qi to the limbs can cause a deficiency of the kidney and liver. Tonifying these organs helps to support the natural vitality and liveliness of the body.
INGREDIENTS:
- Ramulus Mori Albae – sang zhi – Mulberry twig
- Caulis Piperis Futokadsurae – hai feng teng – Kadsura stem
- Radix Angelicae Sinensis – dang gui – Chinese Angelica Root
- Radix et Rhizoma Notopterygii – qiang huo – Notopterygium root
- Radix Angelicae Pubescentis – du huo – Pubescent Angelica root
- Radix Gentianae Qinjiao – qin jiao –Gentiana macrophylla root
- Gummi Olibanum – ru xiang – Frankincense
- Radix aucklandiae lappae – mu xiang – Aucklandia
- Radix Achyranthis Bidentatae – niu xi – Achyranthes root
- Radix Liustici chuanxiong – chuan xiong – Ligusticum Lovage root
- Cortex Cinnamomi Cassiae – rou gui – Cinnamon bark
- Honey fried radix Glycyrrhizae Uralensis – zhi gan cao – Licorice root
- Inactive Ingredients (in Flax Plus only): Ground Flax Seed
SUGGESTED USE
(For the 1000 lb Horse)
TRADITIONAL FORMULAS: Administer two (2) tablespoons twice daily for the initial twenty days. Then, administer two (2) tablespoons once a day thereafter. Note: In the event, the horse refuses to eat herbs, start with small amounts in the grain until the horse is acquainted with the taste, or try the Flax Plus version of this formula. Almost all horses will eat the herbs in their grain.
FLAX PLUS: Administer one (1) scoop twice daily for the initial twenty days. Then, administer one (1) scoop daily. Six tablespoon scoop included.
Note: Switching to Herbsmith Angelica Harmonize Joints during warm summer months may be beneficial. Check with your veterinarian.
PRECAUTIONS: Can be used long-term. Not to be used during pregnancy.