{"id":6911796215878,"title":"Herbsmith Flax Plus Impulsion Herbal Formula for Horses","handle":"herbsmith-flax-plus-impulsion-for-horses","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eFlax Plus Impulsion addresses achy joints and limbs that often get worse with cold weather. Herbsmith Impulsion is a modification of a classical TCVM herbal blend to support joint health - specifically targeting joint discomfort that increases with cold weather and diminishes with warmth, and that may be accompanied by a sensation of heaviness and numbness in the limbs. This is the base Impulsion formula for the balanced horse: one that is affected by joint discomfort associated with training, daily activity, and the colder winter months, but does not need the whole-body vitality-tonifying herbs of Impulsion with Vitality or the Shen-calming herbs of Impulsion with Composure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eBehind the Formula\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eIn TCVM, this joint pattern is called Wind-Cold-Damp Bi syndrome - a local obstruction of Qi caused by Wind, Cold, and Dampness invading the channels and joints. The obstruction (Bi) causes the achiness; the Cold component makes it worse in cold weather and better with warmth; the Wind component is reflected in discomfort that shifts positions or moves between joints; and the Dampness component produces the sensation of heaviness and numbness in the limbs. The herbs in this formula work together to expel Wind, Cold, and Dampness from the channels, invigorate Blood and Qi circulation to clear the obstruction, and direct the formula's actions specifically to the joints and lower limbs where horses most commonly feel the effects of Bi obstruction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eFlax Plus Impulsion vs. the Impulsion Line\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe Herbsmith Impulsion line offers three variations. The base Flax Plus Impulsion formula is for the constitutionally balanced horse whose primary presentation is joint discomfort from cold and damp without significant accompanying deficiency or behavioral signs. Impulsion with Vitality adds Kidney and Liver tonic herbs for horses that also show weakness, dullness in coat or expression, or diminished general vitality. Impulsion with Composure adds Shen-calming herbs for horses whose joint discomfort is accompanied by excitability, spookiness, or a reactive temperament. All three address the same Wind-Cold-Damp Bi pattern at their core - the variation selected should reflect the full picture of the horse, not just the joint symptoms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eActive Ingredient TCVM Actions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe formula combines Wind-Cold-Damp-expelling herbs, Blood and Qi-invigorating herbs, and Dampness-resolving herbs, with ground flaxseed providing an omega-3 foundation for joint, cardiovascular, and skin and coat health.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSang Zhi (Mulberry Twig - Morus alba):\u003c\/strong\u003e Expels Wind-Dampness, unblocks the channels, and benefits the joints; one of the most direct joint-channel-opening herbs in the TCVM materia medica; particularly useful for Wind-Damp Bi with joint stiffness and limited range of motion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHai Feng Teng (Kadsura Stem - Piper kadsura):\u003c\/strong\u003e Expels Wind-Dampness, unblocks the channels, and addresses discomfort; works alongside Mulberry Twig as a Wind-Damp-expelling pair targeting channel obstruction in the joints and limbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDang Gui (Angelica Tang Kuei - Angelica sinensis):\u003c\/strong\u003e Invigorates, tonifies, and harmonizes Blood; disperses Cold in Wind-Damp obstructions; nourishes Blood to support tendon and sinew health; essential for addressing the Blood stagnation component of Bi obstruction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQiang Huo (Notopterygium Root - Notopterygium incisum):\u003c\/strong\u003e Releases the exterior, disperses Wind-Cold, unblocks channel obstructions, and addresses discomfort; strong Wind-Cold dispersing action with affinity for the upper body and larger joints\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDu Huo (Pubescent Angelica Root - Angelica pubescens):\u003c\/strong\u003e Dispels Wind, Cold, and Dampness with a specific affinity for the lower back, hips, and legs; the classical chief herb for Wind-Cold-Damp Bi in the lower body; essential for horses with hind-end stiffness and lower back discomfort worsening in cold weather\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQin Jiao (Gentiana Macrophylla Root - Gentiana macrophylla):\u003c\/strong\u003e Expels Wind-Dampness, relaxes tendons and sinews; particularly useful for Bi syndrome with joint stiffness and tendon tightness; also clears deficiency Heat that can develop in chronic Bi conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRu Xiang (Frankincense - Boswellia carterii):\u003c\/strong\u003e Invigorates Blood, breaks up Blood stasis, promotes movement of Qi, and addresses localized discomfort; Boswellic acids provide well-documented anti-inflammatory activity; a key herb for Qi and Blood stagnation with discomfort in the joints and soft tissue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMu Xiang (Aucklandia - Saussurea lappa):\u003c\/strong\u003e Promotes movement of Qi, supports Spleen function to improve water balance and resolve Dampness; a regulatory Qi-moving herb that prevents stagnation and helps the Spleen manage the Dampness component of Wind-Damp Bi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHuai Niu Xi (Achyranthes Root - Achyranthes bidentata):\u003c\/strong\u003e Invigorates Blood, expels Blood stasis, strengthens sinews and bones, nourishes Liver and Kidney, clears Damp-Heat in the lower back and legs; directs the formula's actions downward to the lower limbs, hind end, and hooves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChuan Xiong (Ligusticum Root - Ligusticum chuanxiong):\u003c\/strong\u003e Invigorates Blood, promotes movement of Qi, expels Wind, and addresses discomfort; enhances the circulation-promoting and Wind-expelling effects of the formula\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRou Gui (Cinnamon Bark - Cinnamomum cassia):\u003c\/strong\u003e Warms the channels, improves circulation of Qi and Blood through the extremities, and helps direct the actions of the other herbs to the limbs; its warming action directly counteracts the Cold component of Wind-Cold-Damp Bi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZhi Gan Cao (Honey-Fried Licorice Root - Glycyrrhiza uralensis):\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderates spasms and discomfort, harmonizes and moderates the characteristics of all other herbs in the formula, and tonifies Spleen Qi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGround Flaxseed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides omega-3 alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) supporting joint comfort, cardiovascular health, and skin and coat health; an anti-inflammatory omega-3 foundation complementing the formula's herbal joint support actions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eDirections for Use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLoading dose (1,000 lb horse):\u003c\/strong\u003e One scoop twice daily for the first 20 days, or as directed by your veterinarian\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance dose (1,000 lb horse):\u003c\/strong\u003e One scoop daily thereafter, or as directed by your veterinarian\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScoop included:\u003c\/strong\u003e Six-tablespoon scoop included in each container\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eQuality and Sourcing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecGMP Certified Facility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made in Herbsmith's own facility under veterinary oversight; every batch meets the highest safety and quality standards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNASC Seal of Approval:\u003c\/strong\u003e Independently verified to exceed industry standards through rigorous quality control and testing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResponsibly Sourced:\u003c\/strong\u003e Herbsmith partners only with cGMP-compliant suppliers committed to sustainability and conservation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eCautions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eNot for use in pregnant animals. If the animal's condition worsens or does not improve, stop product administration and consult your veterinarian. Federal law prohibits the off-label use of this product in ruminants. An examination from a veterinarian is recommended prior to using this product. Not for use within 48 hours of surgery or anesthesia.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWhat is Flax Plus Impulsion used for in horses?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eFlax Plus Impulsion is a herbal supplement for horses designed to support joint health and ease joint discomfort, particularly when cold weather makes stiffness and achiness worse. It combines ground flaxseed with a classical TCVM herbal blend to address the Wind-Cold-Damp Bi pattern - joint discomfort accompanied by stiffness, heaviness, and numbness in the limbs that is most pronounced in cold and damp conditions and improves with warmth. It is intended for the balanced horse without significant deficiency or behavioral components alongside the joint symptoms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHow long does it take for Flax Plus Impulsion to work?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eCompleting the full loading dose - one scoop twice daily for the first 20 days - before evaluating results is recommended. Many horse owners begin noticing changes in comfort and movement within this initial period. Horses with longer-standing joint patterns may take the full loading period and additional weeks on the maintenance dose before showing consistent improvement. Individual results will vary depending on the horse, or as directed by your veterinarian.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eIs Flax Plus Impulsion safe for my horse?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eFlax Plus Impulsion is formulated with herbal ingredients used in TCVM for centuries and is gentle on the equine digestive system. However, a veterinary examination is recommended prior to starting any new supplement. It should not be used in pregnant animals, in ruminants, or within 48 hours of surgery or anesthesia. If your horse's condition worsens or does not improve during use, discontinue and consult your veterinarian.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHow does Flax Plus Impulsion differ from Impulsion with Vitality and Impulsion with Composure?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAll three Impulsion variations address the same core Wind-Cold-Damp Bi pattern - joint discomfort that worsens in cold weather, accompanied by heaviness and numbness in the limbs. The base Flax Plus Impulsion formula is for the constitutionally balanced horse without significant whole-body signs beyond the joint pattern. Impulsion with Vitality adds Kidney and Liver tonic herbs (Eucommia Bark, Loranthus, Rehmannia, Codonopsis) for horses that also show weakness, dull coat, or reduced general vitality. Impulsion with Composure adds Shen-calming herbs (Poria, White Peony, Raw Rehmannia, Chinese Gentian) for horses whose joint discomfort is accompanied by spookiness, restlessness, or excitability. Choosing the right variation means looking at the full picture of the horse, not just the joint symptoms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2022-05-20T17:59:16-05:00","created_at":"2022-05-14T10:52:39-05:00","vendor":"Herbsmith","type":"Horse Vitamins \u0026 Supplements","tags":["Health_Need_Bone_And_Joint","Health_Need_Discomfort","Health_Need_Performance","Herb_Type_Powder","No_Authorization_Required","Product_Type_Herb","Species_Horse","Vendor_Herbsmith"],"price":9119,"price_min":9119,"price_max":15599,"available":true,"price_varies":true,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":40058421674054,"title":"30 Day Supply - Single Unit","option1":"30 Day Supply - Single Unit","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"HEPL-30","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Herbsmith Flax Plus Impulsion Herbal Formula for Horses - 30 Day Supply - Single Unit","public_title":"30 Day Supply - Single Unit","options":["30 Day Supply - Single Unit"],"price":9119,"weight":1,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":null,"barcode":"718122540792","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[],"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1}},{"id":40058421706822,"title":"60 Day Supply - Single Unit","option1":"60 Day Supply - Single Unit","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"HEPL-60","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Herbsmith Flax Plus Impulsion Herbal Formula for Horses - 60 Day Supply - Single Unit","public_title":"60 Day Supply - Single Unit","options":["60 Day Supply - Single Unit"],"price":15599,"weight":1,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":null,"barcode":"718122540891","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[],"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1}}],"images":["\/\/tcvmpet.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/FlaxPlusImpulsion-sw.jpg?v=1665239848"],"featured_image":"\/\/tcvmpet.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/FlaxPlusImpulsion-sw.jpg?v=1665239848","options":["Size"],"media":[{"alt":"Herbsmith Flax Plus Impulsion Herbal Formula for Horses Package \u0026 Herbs","id":21966527660102,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.316,"height":288,"width":379,"src":"\/\/tcvmpet.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/FlaxPlusImpulsion-sw.jpg?v=1665239848"},"aspect_ratio":1.316,"height":288,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/tcvmpet.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/FlaxPlusImpulsion-sw.jpg?v=1665239848","width":379}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eFlax Plus Impulsion addresses achy joints and limbs that often get worse with cold weather. Herbsmith Impulsion is a modification of a classical TCVM herbal blend to support joint health - specifically targeting joint discomfort that increases with cold weather and diminishes with warmth, and that may be accompanied by a sensation of heaviness and numbness in the limbs. This is the base Impulsion formula for the balanced horse: one that is affected by joint discomfort associated with training, daily activity, and the colder winter months, but does not need the whole-body vitality-tonifying herbs of Impulsion with Vitality or the Shen-calming herbs of Impulsion with Composure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eBehind the Formula\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eIn TCVM, this joint pattern is called Wind-Cold-Damp Bi syndrome - a local obstruction of Qi caused by Wind, Cold, and Dampness invading the channels and joints. The obstruction (Bi) causes the achiness; the Cold component makes it worse in cold weather and better with warmth; the Wind component is reflected in discomfort that shifts positions or moves between joints; and the Dampness component produces the sensation of heaviness and numbness in the limbs. The herbs in this formula work together to expel Wind, Cold, and Dampness from the channels, invigorate Blood and Qi circulation to clear the obstruction, and direct the formula's actions specifically to the joints and lower limbs where horses most commonly feel the effects of Bi obstruction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eFlax Plus Impulsion vs. the Impulsion Line\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe Herbsmith Impulsion line offers three variations. The base Flax Plus Impulsion formula is for the constitutionally balanced horse whose primary presentation is joint discomfort from cold and damp without significant accompanying deficiency or behavioral signs. Impulsion with Vitality adds Kidney and Liver tonic herbs for horses that also show weakness, dullness in coat or expression, or diminished general vitality. Impulsion with Composure adds Shen-calming herbs for horses whose joint discomfort is accompanied by excitability, spookiness, or a reactive temperament. All three address the same Wind-Cold-Damp Bi pattern at their core - the variation selected should reflect the full picture of the horse, not just the joint symptoms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eActive Ingredient TCVM Actions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe formula combines Wind-Cold-Damp-expelling herbs, Blood and Qi-invigorating herbs, and Dampness-resolving herbs, with ground flaxseed providing an omega-3 foundation for joint, cardiovascular, and skin and coat health.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSang Zhi (Mulberry Twig - Morus alba):\u003c\/strong\u003e Expels Wind-Dampness, unblocks the channels, and benefits the joints; one of the most direct joint-channel-opening herbs in the TCVM materia medica; particularly useful for Wind-Damp Bi with joint stiffness and limited range of motion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHai Feng Teng (Kadsura Stem - Piper kadsura):\u003c\/strong\u003e Expels Wind-Dampness, unblocks the channels, and addresses discomfort; works alongside Mulberry Twig as a Wind-Damp-expelling pair targeting channel obstruction in the joints and limbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDang Gui (Angelica Tang Kuei - Angelica sinensis):\u003c\/strong\u003e Invigorates, tonifies, and harmonizes Blood; disperses Cold in Wind-Damp obstructions; nourishes Blood to support tendon and sinew health; essential for addressing the Blood stagnation component of Bi obstruction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQiang Huo (Notopterygium Root - Notopterygium incisum):\u003c\/strong\u003e Releases the exterior, disperses Wind-Cold, unblocks channel obstructions, and addresses discomfort; strong Wind-Cold dispersing action with affinity for the upper body and larger joints\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDu Huo (Pubescent Angelica Root - Angelica pubescens):\u003c\/strong\u003e Dispels Wind, Cold, and Dampness with a specific affinity for the lower back, hips, and legs; the classical chief herb for Wind-Cold-Damp Bi in the lower body; essential for horses with hind-end stiffness and lower back discomfort worsening in cold weather\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQin Jiao (Gentiana Macrophylla Root - Gentiana macrophylla):\u003c\/strong\u003e Expels Wind-Dampness, relaxes tendons and sinews; particularly useful for Bi syndrome with joint stiffness and tendon tightness; also clears deficiency Heat that can develop in chronic Bi conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRu Xiang (Frankincense - Boswellia carterii):\u003c\/strong\u003e Invigorates Blood, breaks up Blood stasis, promotes movement of Qi, and addresses localized discomfort; Boswellic acids provide well-documented anti-inflammatory activity; a key herb for Qi and Blood stagnation with discomfort in the joints and soft tissue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMu Xiang (Aucklandia - Saussurea lappa):\u003c\/strong\u003e Promotes movement of Qi, supports Spleen function to improve water balance and resolve Dampness; a regulatory Qi-moving herb that prevents stagnation and helps the Spleen manage the Dampness component of Wind-Damp Bi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHuai Niu Xi (Achyranthes Root - Achyranthes bidentata):\u003c\/strong\u003e Invigorates Blood, expels Blood stasis, strengthens sinews and bones, nourishes Liver and Kidney, clears Damp-Heat in the lower back and legs; directs the formula's actions downward to the lower limbs, hind end, and hooves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChuan Xiong (Ligusticum Root - Ligusticum chuanxiong):\u003c\/strong\u003e Invigorates Blood, promotes movement of Qi, expels Wind, and addresses discomfort; enhances the circulation-promoting and Wind-expelling effects of the formula\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRou Gui (Cinnamon Bark - Cinnamomum cassia):\u003c\/strong\u003e Warms the channels, improves circulation of Qi and Blood through the extremities, and helps direct the actions of the other herbs to the limbs; its warming action directly counteracts the Cold component of Wind-Cold-Damp Bi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZhi Gan Cao (Honey-Fried Licorice Root - Glycyrrhiza uralensis):\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderates spasms and discomfort, harmonizes and moderates the characteristics of all other herbs in the formula, and tonifies Spleen Qi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGround Flaxseed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides omega-3 alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) supporting joint comfort, cardiovascular health, and skin and coat health; an anti-inflammatory omega-3 foundation complementing the formula's herbal joint support actions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eDirections for Use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLoading dose (1,000 lb horse):\u003c\/strong\u003e One scoop twice daily for the first 20 days, or as directed by your veterinarian\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance dose (1,000 lb horse):\u003c\/strong\u003e One scoop daily thereafter, or as directed by your veterinarian\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScoop included:\u003c\/strong\u003e Six-tablespoon scoop included in each container\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eQuality and Sourcing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecGMP Certified Facility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made in Herbsmith's own facility under veterinary oversight; every batch meets the highest safety and quality standards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNASC Seal of Approval:\u003c\/strong\u003e Independently verified to exceed industry standards through rigorous quality control and testing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResponsibly Sourced:\u003c\/strong\u003e Herbsmith partners only with cGMP-compliant suppliers committed to sustainability and conservation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eCautions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eNot for use in pregnant animals. If the animal's condition worsens or does not improve, stop product administration and consult your veterinarian. Federal law prohibits the off-label use of this product in ruminants. An examination from a veterinarian is recommended prior to using this product. Not for use within 48 hours of surgery or anesthesia.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWhat is Flax Plus Impulsion used for in horses?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eFlax Plus Impulsion is a herbal supplement for horses designed to support joint health and ease joint discomfort, particularly when cold weather makes stiffness and achiness worse. It combines ground flaxseed with a classical TCVM herbal blend to address the Wind-Cold-Damp Bi pattern - joint discomfort accompanied by stiffness, heaviness, and numbness in the limbs that is most pronounced in cold and damp conditions and improves with warmth. It is intended for the balanced horse without significant deficiency or behavioral components alongside the joint symptoms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHow long does it take for Flax Plus Impulsion to work?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eCompleting the full loading dose - one scoop twice daily for the first 20 days - before evaluating results is recommended. Many horse owners begin noticing changes in comfort and movement within this initial period. Horses with longer-standing joint patterns may take the full loading period and additional weeks on the maintenance dose before showing consistent improvement. Individual results will vary depending on the horse, or as directed by your veterinarian.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eIs Flax Plus Impulsion safe for my horse?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eFlax Plus Impulsion is formulated with herbal ingredients used in TCVM for centuries and is gentle on the equine digestive system. However, a veterinary examination is recommended prior to starting any new supplement. It should not be used in pregnant animals, in ruminants, or within 48 hours of surgery or anesthesia. If your horse's condition worsens or does not improve during use, discontinue and consult your veterinarian.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHow does Flax Plus Impulsion differ from Impulsion with Vitality and Impulsion with Composure?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAll three Impulsion variations address the same core Wind-Cold-Damp Bi pattern - joint discomfort that worsens in cold weather, accompanied by heaviness and numbness in the limbs. The base Flax Plus Impulsion formula is for the constitutionally balanced horse without significant whole-body signs beyond the joint pattern. Impulsion with Vitality adds Kidney and Liver tonic herbs (Eucommia Bark, Loranthus, Rehmannia, Codonopsis) for horses that also show weakness, dull coat, or reduced general vitality. Impulsion with Composure adds Shen-calming herbs (Poria, White Peony, Raw Rehmannia, Chinese Gentian) for horses whose joint discomfort is accompanied by spookiness, restlessness, or excitability. Choosing the right variation means looking at the full picture of the horse, not just the joint symptoms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}