Herbsmith Flax Plus Serenity Herbal Formula for Horses

{"id":6911794053190,"title":"Herbsmith Flax Plus Serenity Herbal Formula for Horses","handle":"herbsmith-flax-plus-serenity-herbal-formula-for-horses","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSerenity is for the horse that stays mentally busy when you need them settled. The horse that startles easily, gets frustrated quickly, stays keyed up in new environments, or has trouble letting go of what is happening around them often struggles not because they lack ability, but because their mind never quite settles enough to focus. This formula was developed to help take the unproductive edge off without dulling athletic ability or making the horse feel flat. There are no tranquilizers here - just herbs traditionally used to help horses process stress more calmly so they can stay present, responsive, and rideable. It is often used for horses that are overly reactive, easily overwhelmed, tense in new situations, or mentally busy under saddle. Flax Plus Serenity delivers the same herbal formula support as Serenity with ground flaxseed added for horses that benefit from an easy daily omega layer.\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, the Horse is considered a Liver animal by nature - an athlete whose constitutional tendency toward Liver Qi constraint makes it prone to irritability, reactivity, and emotional tension when that Qi cannot flow freely. Constrained Liver Qi generates Heat that rises to disturb the Heart Shen, producing the spooky, unfocused, easily frustrated, or over-reactive behavioral patterns this formula addresses. Serenity works by spreading constrained Liver Qi, clearing the Heat that Qi constraint generates, anchoring the floating Yang and unsettled Shen with heavy mineral herbs, and nourishing the Blood and Heart to give the Shen something stable to rest in. The result is a horse that can process its environment without becoming overwhelmed by it - calm enough to focus, but not dulled.\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 Liver Qi-releasing herbs, Heat-clearing herbs, Shen-anchoring minerals, Blood and Heart tonics, and Phlegm-resolving herbs to address the full pattern of Liver constraint with floating Shen disturbance.\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\u003eDa Zao (Jujube Fruit - Ziziphus jujuba):\u003c\/strong\u003e Tonifies Spleen and Stomach Qi, nourishes Blood, calms the Shen, and harmonizes the actions of the other herbs in the formula; classically used to moderate the intensity of harsh herbs and support the Spleen's role in producing Qi and Blood for the Heart and Spirit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLong Yan Rou (Longan Fruit - Dimocarpus longan):\u003c\/strong\u003e Calms the Shen, nourishes Blood, tonifies and augments the Heart and Spleen; one of the most direct Heart Blood tonics for Shen disturbance rooted in Blood deficiency; addresses the anxious, easily startled, or restless presentation that arises when the Heart lacks sufficient Blood to anchor the Spirit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChai Hu (Bupleurum Root - Bupleurum chinense):\u003c\/strong\u003e The chief Liver Qi-releasing herb in the formula; frees constrained Liver Qi and promotes the free flow of Qi through the Liver channel; directly addresses the root cause of the irritability, frustration, and reactivity pattern - constrained Liver Qi that cannot flow and accumulates as Heat and behavioral tension\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHuang Qin (Scutellaria - Scutellaria baicalensis):\u003c\/strong\u003e Clears Heat and drains Fire; addresses the nervous irritability generated when constrained Liver Qi transforms into Heat; Baicalin and other flavonoids have well-documented anxiolytic and neuroprotective activity in Western research, complementing the TCVM Heat-clearing action\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 Shen (Codonopsis Root - Codonopsis pilosula):\u003c\/strong\u003e Tonifies Spleen and Stomach Qi, benefits Lung Qi; in combination with Poria produces a grounding calming effect by strengthening the Spleen's ability to generate Qi and support the Heart; suited for sustained daily use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGui Zhi (Cinnamon Twig - Cinnamomum cassia ramulus):\u003c\/strong\u003e Promotes the flow of Yang Qi through the channels and relieves the sensation of heaviness; distinct from Cinnamon Bark (Rou Gui) - Gui Zhi moves Yang Qi outward and through the channels rather than warming the interior deeply\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBan Xia (Pinellia Rhizome - Pinellia ternata):\u003c\/strong\u003e Causes rebellious Qi to descend, dries Dampness, and transforms Phlegm; addresses Phlegm-Dampness that accumulates when Liver Qi constraint disrupts Spleen function and fluid metabolism; Phlegm misting the Heart is a common TCVM contributor to unfocused or difficult-to-settle mental states\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFu Ling (Poria - Poria cocos):\u003c\/strong\u003e Strengthens the Spleen, leaches out Dampness, quiets the Heart, and calms the Shen; in combination with Codonopsis produces a grounding calming effect; addresses Shen disturbance through both Spleen strengthening and direct Heart-quieting action\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDa Huang (Rhubarb Root - Rheum palmatum):\u003c\/strong\u003e Drains Heat, clears Damp-Heat and Heat from the Blood, invigorates Blood and dispels Blood stasis; prevents the formula from becoming overly tonifying by providing a downward-draining outlet for accumulated Heat and stagnation from Liver Qi constraint\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLong Gu (Dragon Bone - Fossilia Ossis Mastodi):\u003c\/strong\u003e Weighs down and anchors the floating Shen, calms the Liver and anchors floating Yang; one of the primary heavy mineral herbs for settling an agitated, upward-floating Spirit; directly addresses the spooky, over-reactive, easily startled presentation where the Shen cannot stay rooted\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 Li (Oyster Shell - Ostrea gigas):\u003c\/strong\u003e Weighs down and anchors the floating Shen, calms the Liver, and preserves Yin; works alongside Dragon Bone as the classical heavy-anchor mineral pair in Shen-settling formulas; Long Gu and Mu Li together are one of the most recognized anchoring combinations in classical TCVM for floating Yang and unsettled Spirit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGan Jiang (Dried Ginger Rhizome - Zingiber officinale):\u003c\/strong\u003e Warms the middle, protects the Spleen and Stomach from the cool and draining herbs in the blend (Scutellaria, Rhubarb, Poria), and harmonizes the actions of the other herbs; keeps the formula balanced and digestively tolerable for daily use\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 complement to the herbal formula that does not alter the TCVM actions of any herb in the blend\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 Serenity used for in horses?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSerenity is used for horses that are mentally busy, reactive, easily startled, or quick to become frustrated during work. In TCVM terms, it addresses constrained Liver Qi with floating Shen disturbance - the pattern behind spooky, over-reactive, or easily overwhelmed horses that never quite settle enough to focus. It is commonly used for horses that are overly reactive in new environments, tense and difficult to settle under saddle, or that startle and refocus slowly after a distraction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWill Serenity make my horse sleepy or dull?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eNo. Serenity contains no tranquilizers. It is designed to support calm focus without dulling normal energy or athletic ability. The herbs work by releasing Liver Qi constraint and anchoring the floating Shen so the horse can stay present and responsive - not by sedating or suppressing normal nervous system function. Horses on Serenity typically remain forward and rideable; the goal is to take the unproductive edge off, not to flatten the horse.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eIs Serenity a good fit for spooky or over-reactive horses?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eYes. It is commonly used when horses are easily distracted, reactive, or over-alert. The combination of Bupleurum (Liver Qi release), Dragon Bone and Oyster Shell (Shen anchoring), Longan Fruit and Poria (Heart Blood and Shen nourishing), and Scutellaria (Heat clearing) addresses the full pattern of a horse whose Shen cannot stay rooted - the TCVM mechanism behind chronic spookiness, startling, and reactive behavior. Daily consistent use usually gives the best results, 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);\"\u003eCan Flax Plus Serenity be used daily?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eYes. It is designed for daily use, especially for horses that consistently need support staying settled. The loading protocol - one scoop twice daily for the first 20 days - builds therapeutic levels more quickly; then the maintenance dose of one scoop daily is intended for ongoing use. The Shen-anchoring and Liver Qi-releasing herbs provide cumulative benefit with consistent daily administration, 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);\"\u003eWhy choose Flax Plus Serenity over plain Serenity?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe herbal formula is identical in both products. Flax Plus Serenity simply adds ground flaxseed for horses that benefit from an easy daily omega-3 layer alongside their behavioral support. If your horse is already getting adequate omega-3 supplementation from another source, plain Serenity provides the same herbal support in a smaller daily volume. If you want to consolidate omega-3 and behavioral support into one scoop, the flax version is the straightforward choice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eDoes adding flax change how the formula works?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eNo. The herbal formula remains the core support, and its actions are unchanged. Ground flaxseed is an inactive carrier that adds nutritional omega-3 support alongside the herbal blend - it does not alter the TCVM actions of any herb in the formula.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2022-05-20T17:59:15-05:00","created_at":"2022-05-14T10:47:42-05:00","vendor":"Herbsmith","type":"Horse Vitamins \u0026 Supplements","tags":["Health_Need_Behavioral","Health_Need_Performance","Herb_Type_Powder","No_Authorization_Required","Product_Type_Herb","Species_Horse","Vendor_Herbsmith"],"price":3959,"price_min":3959,"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":40058415972422,"title":"10 Day Supply - Single Unit","option1":"10 Day Supply - Single Unit","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"HEFP-10","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Herbsmith Flax Plus Serenity Herbal Formula for Horses - 10 Day Supply - Single Unit","public_title":"10 Day Supply - Single Unit","options":["10 Day Supply - Single Unit"],"price":3959,"weight":1,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":null,"barcode":"718122539994","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[],"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1}},{"id":40058416005190,"title":"30 Day Supply - Single Unit","option1":"30 Day Supply - Single Unit","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"HEFP-30","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Herbsmith Flax Plus Serenity 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":"718122540099","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[],"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1}},{"id":40058416037958,"title":"60 Day Supply - Single Unit","option1":"60 Day Supply - Single Unit","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"HEFP-60","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Herbsmith Flax Plus Serenity 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":"718122540198","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[],"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1}}],"images":["\/\/tcvmpet.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/FlaxPlusSerenity-sw.jpg?v=1665230666"],"featured_image":"\/\/tcvmpet.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/FlaxPlusSerenity-sw.jpg?v=1665230666","options":["Size"],"media":[{"alt":"Herbsmith Flax Plus Serenity Herbal Formula for Horses Package Front \u0026 Herbs","id":21966527922246,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.316,"height":288,"width":379,"src":"\/\/tcvmpet.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/FlaxPlusSerenity-sw.jpg?v=1665230666"},"aspect_ratio":1.316,"height":288,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/tcvmpet.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/FlaxPlusSerenity-sw.jpg?v=1665230666","width":379}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSerenity is for the horse that stays mentally busy when you need them settled. The horse that startles easily, gets frustrated quickly, stays keyed up in new environments, or has trouble letting go of what is happening around them often struggles not because they lack ability, but because their mind never quite settles enough to focus. This formula was developed to help take the unproductive edge off without dulling athletic ability or making the horse feel flat. There are no tranquilizers here - just herbs traditionally used to help horses process stress more calmly so they can stay present, responsive, and rideable. It is often used for horses that are overly reactive, easily overwhelmed, tense in new situations, or mentally busy under saddle. Flax Plus Serenity delivers the same herbal formula support as Serenity with ground flaxseed added for horses that benefit from an easy daily omega layer.\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, the Horse is considered a Liver animal by nature - an athlete whose constitutional tendency toward Liver Qi constraint makes it prone to irritability, reactivity, and emotional tension when that Qi cannot flow freely. Constrained Liver Qi generates Heat that rises to disturb the Heart Shen, producing the spooky, unfocused, easily frustrated, or over-reactive behavioral patterns this formula addresses. Serenity works by spreading constrained Liver Qi, clearing the Heat that Qi constraint generates, anchoring the floating Yang and unsettled Shen with heavy mineral herbs, and nourishing the Blood and Heart to give the Shen something stable to rest in. The result is a horse that can process its environment without becoming overwhelmed by it - calm enough to focus, but not dulled.\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 Liver Qi-releasing herbs, Heat-clearing herbs, Shen-anchoring minerals, Blood and Heart tonics, and Phlegm-resolving herbs to address the full pattern of Liver constraint with floating Shen disturbance.\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\u003eDa Zao (Jujube Fruit - Ziziphus jujuba):\u003c\/strong\u003e Tonifies Spleen and Stomach Qi, nourishes Blood, calms the Shen, and harmonizes the actions of the other herbs in the formula; classically used to moderate the intensity of harsh herbs and support the Spleen's role in producing Qi and Blood for the Heart and Spirit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLong Yan Rou (Longan Fruit - Dimocarpus longan):\u003c\/strong\u003e Calms the Shen, nourishes Blood, tonifies and augments the Heart and Spleen; one of the most direct Heart Blood tonics for Shen disturbance rooted in Blood deficiency; addresses the anxious, easily startled, or restless presentation that arises when the Heart lacks sufficient Blood to anchor the Spirit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChai Hu (Bupleurum Root - Bupleurum chinense):\u003c\/strong\u003e The chief Liver Qi-releasing herb in the formula; frees constrained Liver Qi and promotes the free flow of Qi through the Liver channel; directly addresses the root cause of the irritability, frustration, and reactivity pattern - constrained Liver Qi that cannot flow and accumulates as Heat and behavioral tension\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHuang Qin (Scutellaria - Scutellaria baicalensis):\u003c\/strong\u003e Clears Heat and drains Fire; addresses the nervous irritability generated when constrained Liver Qi transforms into Heat; Baicalin and other flavonoids have well-documented anxiolytic and neuroprotective activity in Western research, complementing the TCVM Heat-clearing action\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 Shen (Codonopsis Root - Codonopsis pilosula):\u003c\/strong\u003e Tonifies Spleen and Stomach Qi, benefits Lung Qi; in combination with Poria produces a grounding calming effect by strengthening the Spleen's ability to generate Qi and support the Heart; suited for sustained daily use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGui Zhi (Cinnamon Twig - Cinnamomum cassia ramulus):\u003c\/strong\u003e Promotes the flow of Yang Qi through the channels and relieves the sensation of heaviness; distinct from Cinnamon Bark (Rou Gui) - Gui Zhi moves Yang Qi outward and through the channels rather than warming the interior deeply\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBan Xia (Pinellia Rhizome - Pinellia ternata):\u003c\/strong\u003e Causes rebellious Qi to descend, dries Dampness, and transforms Phlegm; addresses Phlegm-Dampness that accumulates when Liver Qi constraint disrupts Spleen function and fluid metabolism; Phlegm misting the Heart is a common TCVM contributor to unfocused or difficult-to-settle mental states\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFu Ling (Poria - Poria cocos):\u003c\/strong\u003e Strengthens the Spleen, leaches out Dampness, quiets the Heart, and calms the Shen; in combination with Codonopsis produces a grounding calming effect; addresses Shen disturbance through both Spleen strengthening and direct Heart-quieting action\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDa Huang (Rhubarb Root - Rheum palmatum):\u003c\/strong\u003e Drains Heat, clears Damp-Heat and Heat from the Blood, invigorates Blood and dispels Blood stasis; prevents the formula from becoming overly tonifying by providing a downward-draining outlet for accumulated Heat and stagnation from Liver Qi constraint\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLong Gu (Dragon Bone - Fossilia Ossis Mastodi):\u003c\/strong\u003e Weighs down and anchors the floating Shen, calms the Liver and anchors floating Yang; one of the primary heavy mineral herbs for settling an agitated, upward-floating Spirit; directly addresses the spooky, over-reactive, easily startled presentation where the Shen cannot stay rooted\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 Li (Oyster Shell - Ostrea gigas):\u003c\/strong\u003e Weighs down and anchors the floating Shen, calms the Liver, and preserves Yin; works alongside Dragon Bone as the classical heavy-anchor mineral pair in Shen-settling formulas; Long Gu and Mu Li together are one of the most recognized anchoring combinations in classical TCVM for floating Yang and unsettled Spirit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGan Jiang (Dried Ginger Rhizome - Zingiber officinale):\u003c\/strong\u003e Warms the middle, protects the Spleen and Stomach from the cool and draining herbs in the blend (Scutellaria, Rhubarb, Poria), and harmonizes the actions of the other herbs; keeps the formula balanced and digestively tolerable for daily use\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 complement to the herbal formula that does not alter the TCVM actions of any herb in the blend\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 Serenity used for in horses?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSerenity is used for horses that are mentally busy, reactive, easily startled, or quick to become frustrated during work. In TCVM terms, it addresses constrained Liver Qi with floating Shen disturbance - the pattern behind spooky, over-reactive, or easily overwhelmed horses that never quite settle enough to focus. It is commonly used for horses that are overly reactive in new environments, tense and difficult to settle under saddle, or that startle and refocus slowly after a distraction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWill Serenity make my horse sleepy or dull?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eNo. Serenity contains no tranquilizers. It is designed to support calm focus without dulling normal energy or athletic ability. The herbs work by releasing Liver Qi constraint and anchoring the floating Shen so the horse can stay present and responsive - not by sedating or suppressing normal nervous system function. Horses on Serenity typically remain forward and rideable; the goal is to take the unproductive edge off, not to flatten the horse.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eIs Serenity a good fit for spooky or over-reactive horses?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eYes. It is commonly used when horses are easily distracted, reactive, or over-alert. The combination of Bupleurum (Liver Qi release), Dragon Bone and Oyster Shell (Shen anchoring), Longan Fruit and Poria (Heart Blood and Shen nourishing), and Scutellaria (Heat clearing) addresses the full pattern of a horse whose Shen cannot stay rooted - the TCVM mechanism behind chronic spookiness, startling, and reactive behavior. Daily consistent use usually gives the best results, 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);\"\u003eCan Flax Plus Serenity be used daily?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eYes. It is designed for daily use, especially for horses that consistently need support staying settled. The loading protocol - one scoop twice daily for the first 20 days - builds therapeutic levels more quickly; then the maintenance dose of one scoop daily is intended for ongoing use. The Shen-anchoring and Liver Qi-releasing herbs provide cumulative benefit with consistent daily administration, 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);\"\u003eWhy choose Flax Plus Serenity over plain Serenity?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe herbal formula is identical in both products. Flax Plus Serenity simply adds ground flaxseed for horses that benefit from an easy daily omega-3 layer alongside their behavioral support. If your horse is already getting adequate omega-3 supplementation from another source, plain Serenity provides the same herbal support in a smaller daily volume. If you want to consolidate omega-3 and behavioral support into one scoop, the flax version is the straightforward choice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eDoes adding flax change how the formula works?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eNo. The herbal formula remains the core support, and its actions are unchanged. Ground flaxseed is an inactive carrier that adds nutritional omega-3 support alongside the herbal blend - it does not alter the TCVM actions of any herb in the formula.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}