) typically grows on birch trees in the cooler climates of the Northern Hemisphere. It has been brewed into teas since ancient times and was traditionally combined with chocolate in power-packed herbal drinks. Unlike many mushrooms, chaga is hard and woody. It has been called "Gift from God" (Siberians), "Mushroom of Immortality" (Siberians), "Diamond of the Forest" (Japanese), and the "King of Plants" (Chinese). In order to survive in its native chilly climates, chaga concentrates its natural compounds to protect itself. When consumed, the chaga can impart its nutrients to man.*
Chaga is known to:
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Promote longevity and overall health*
- Support the immune system*
- Promote a sense of well-being*
- Support the body's natural healing response*
- Support digestive health*
Rehmannia (Rehmannia glutinosa) is native to China, Japan and Korea. The species name glutinosa is derived from the word 'glutinous', referring to the sticky nature of the root. Revered in traditional Chinese herbalism, rehmannia is referred to as, "the kidney's own food." This Rehmannia Root is manufactured traditionally, by boiling the root in a mixture of yellow wine and black bean infusion until the liquids have been boiled away and the roots are black. The roots are then dried in the sun.
Rehmannia is known to:
- Support the kidneys, adrenal glands, and pituitary gland*
- Support a healthy libido*
- Support healthy joints*
- Promote healthy immunity and aging*
- Provide an abundance of amino acids, vitamins, and minerals*
Cordyceps (Cordyceps sinensis & Sphaeria sinensis) grows wild in the mountains of Tibet. Cordyceps resembles cinnamon sticks in shape and color, though they are nothing like the bark of cinnamon trees. In fact, they are the product of fungal consumption of a particular caterpillar species native to the Himalaya Mountains. Wild Cordyceps are hard to find, as they grow just beneath the glacier ice sheets in the high altitudes of Tibet.
Cordyceps is known to:
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Improve athletic performance*
- Have powerful aphrodisiac effects*
- Support the lungs and kidneys*
- Promote healthy immunity*
- Provide adaptogenic support*
Morinda (Morinda citrifolia), also called Noni, is a treasure trove of interesting healing compounds. It was one of the original canoe crops selected by ancient Polynesian mariners in their exploration of the Pacific Ocean and its islands. Every part of the plant has been used by herbalists as a medicament of some type. One of the most brilliant characteristics of noni root is its extraordinarily deep orange hues.
Morinda is known to:
- Tonify yang jing*
- Support kidney strength and health*
- Provide superfood levels of nutrition*
- Promote strength of bones and support the skeletal system*
He Shou Wu is one of the premiere Superior class tonic herbs. It is a longevity and Yin replenishing herb of the highest order.* According to Chinese theory, He Shou Wu restores and nourishes the primal energy of the body known as the "Jing" or "Essence".* Nourished jing tonifies and energizes the skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems.*
He Shou Wu has been shown to:
- Increase the level of SOD (superoxide dismutase) in the body*
- Provide a rich source of zinc and iron*
- Promote longevity and healthy aging*
- Support healthy detoxification practices of the liver and kidneys*
Cistanche contains kidney tonifying constituents known as phenylethanoid glycosides, which are similar to those found in Rehmannia. It also provides sterols. It is believed to nourish both yin and yang energy, though it's reputation as a yang herb far exceeds its reputation as a yin herb. In this way it has a reputation for being gentle, yet very powerful. It also contains an array of saponins, providing adaptogenic properties.
Cistanche is known to:
- Promote sexual stamina and response in both men and women*
- Promote physical and sexual energy*
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Nourish the blood and tonify the kidneys*
Himalayan Sea Salt is a pure, hand-mined salt derived from ancient sea salt deposits. It is believed to be one of the purest forms of salt available. Himalayan salt provides essential minerals and trace elements and contains 84 natural elements required by the body.
Himalayan Sea Salt is known to
- Promote electrolyte stability*
- Support nutrient absorption*
- Support natural detoxification*
- Promote bone and circulatory health*
