Longevity · The Zoi

Zoi Medicinals tinctures are alcohol (18.25%) and vegetable glycerin extracts of non-toxic herbs. All herbs used in the manufacturing of Zoi Medicinals products have been tested for heavy metals, bacteria, fungus, and pesticides.

• Ling Zhi (Reishi Mushroom, Ganoderma lucidum) is slightly warm, enters the HT, LIV, and LU meridians; tonifies Heart Qi, nourishes Heart Blood and calms the Spirit, tonifies Lung Qi, transforms phlegm to stop cough and wheezing, tonifies Qi and nourishes Blood.
• Dong Chong Xia Cao (Cordyceps Mushroom, Cordyceps sinensis) is slightly warm, enters the LU and KI meridians; tonifies the Kidney, strengthens Yang, augments Jing, nourishes Lung Yin, transform Phlegm, and stops bleeding.
• Gou Qi Zi (Ningxia Wolfberry, Lycium barbarum) is warm and enters the KI and LIV meridians; tonifies the Liver and Kidney, strengthens the sinews and bones, expels wind-damp, and warms and stabilizes the Kidney.
• He Shou Wu (Fleeceflower Root, Polygoni multioflori) is warm and enters the LIV and KI meridians; tonifies the Liver and Kidneys, nourishes the Blood and Jing, expels Wind from the skin, moistens the intestines and unblocks the bowels, and relieves Fire Toxin.
• Ji Xue Cao (Gotu Kola, Centella asiatica) is cold and enters the KI, LI, LIV, SI and SP meridians; clears heat and dries damp, relieves diarrhea due to Summerheat, cools the blood and stops bleeding, clears Liver heat and benefits the eyes.
• Huang Qi (Astragalus Root, Astragalus membranaceus) is slightly warm, enters the LU and SP meridians; tonifies Qi and Blood, strengthens Spleen and raises Yang Qi of the Spleen and Stomach, tonifies Wei Qi and the lungs, stabilizes the Exterior, promotes urination and reduces edema, promotes discharge of pus, generates flesh and expels toxins, generates body fluids, and eases numbness and supports comfort.
• Dan Shen (Red Sage, Salviae miltiorrhizae) is slightly cold and enters the HT, PC and LIV meridians; invigorates Blood and dispels stasis, clears Heat and soothes irritability, cools the Blood and reduces abscesses, nourishes the Blood and calms the Spirit.
• Hou Po (Magnolia Bark, Magnoliae officinalis) is warm and enters the LI, LU, SP, and ST meridians; moves Qi in the middle jiao and relieves food stagnation, promotes movement of Qi downward, dries damp, transforms phlegm, descends rebellious Qi, reduces phlegm and calms wheezing.
• Jie Gu Mu (Elderberry, Sambucus nigra) enters the LU, KI and BL meridians; releases the Exterior, clears heat, dries damp, tonifies Lung, expels phlegm, and promotes lactation.
• Fu Ling (Poria Mushroom Root, Poriae cocos) enters the HT, SP, KI, and LU meridians; promotes urination and leeches dampness, strengthens the Spleen, harmonizes the middle, quiets the Heart, calms the Shen and soothes the nerves.
• Shu Di Huang (Rehmannia Root, Radix Rehmanniae Preparata) is slightly warm and enters the HT, KI and LIV meridians; nourishes the Blood, Liver and Kidney Yin, nourishes Jing and fills the Marrow, arrests coughing and wheezing.

Zoi Medicinals formulas contain 18.25% alcohol. Alcohol has been used in herbal tinctures for centuries. It extracts active ingredients that are not water-soluble, such as essential oils, alkaloids and resins. It enables the tincture to be fast-acting, potent, shelf-stable for long periods of time, and enables their "grab and go” properties (easily portable, ready to take, no refrigeration required). Zoi Medicinals tinctures use organic ethyl alcohol that is USP certified. It is the same alcohol found in vanilla extract (used for cooking), other tinctures, and liquid homeopathic remedies. The dose is very small and can be diluted into water or other drink making the final alcohol content less than 0.5%, which is similar or less than, the amount of alcohol in a cup of kombucha.

• For long-term support of a healthy inflammatory response and healthy aging, take the standard dose consistently
• When you are run down, recovering or under strain, take up to 5 doses per day
• During cold and flu season, travel, or times of stress, take standard dose

Liquid formulas are rapidly absorbed by the body and should be taken by mouth. Hold under the tongue a few moments prior to swallowing; or take in a small amount of water or juice. If alcohol content is a concern, a standard dose (1.5 ml) in one cup of water dilutes the alcohol content to less than 0.5%, or formula can be added to hot tea (alcohol will evaporate) and drink once cooled.

The standard, adult dose is two droppers full (1.5 ml) three times a day, stepping down to twice a day for maintenance, or as directed by your health care professional. One full compression of the dropper bulb is a dropper full, about 0.75 ml (the dropper may not appear “full”).

• Standard adult dose — 2 droppers full (1.5 ml), three times a day; twice a day for maintenance.
• Standard child dose (30-100 lb) — 1 dropper full, three times a day.
• If sensitive to herbs and supplements, start with 1 dropper full, three times a day.

For some, it may take several weeks to notice an effect. Consistency is more important than dose, so take some each day even if you can’t keep to a regular schedule. As your body responds to the formula, you may decrease the dose, accordingly.

• Do not use if pregnant or breastfeeding, unless directed by your health care practitioner.
• Discontinue use if any new symptoms appear, including symptoms of allergic reaction.
• Not to exceed five droppers full at a time.
• With minor stomach upset, take with food.
• If experiencing minor headache or other discomfort, reduce the dosage to ⅓ of starting dose. Gradually increase the dosage each day until you reach to the desired dosage.
• Every body is different, as the formula alters internal processes, your best dosage may change (always stay within the recommended dosage range).