Metabolic Balance™

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.

• Huang Lian (Coptidis Rhizoma) is cold and enters the HT, LI, LIV and ST meridians; clears Heat and drains Damp, drains Fire and Fire toxicity, clears Heat and stops bleeding and drains Stomach Fire.
• Huang Qin (Chinese Skullcap, Scutellariae Rhizoma) is cold and enters the LU, ST, GB, and LI meridians; clears Heat and drains Damp, drains Fire and detoxifies, cools Blood and stops bleeding, clears Heat and calms the fetus, and calms Liver Yang rising.
• Shan Zha (Hawthorn Fruit, Crataegus pinnatifida) is slightly warm and enters the LIV, SP and ST channels; reduces and guides out food stagnation, transforms accumulations and blood stasis, invigorates the Blood, dissipates clumps, and stops diarrhea.
• Gui Zhi (Cinnamon Twig, Ramulus cinnamomi) is warm and enters the HT, LU, and BL channels; releases the Exterior, assists Yang, adjusts Ying and Wei, releases muscle layer, warms channels and collaterals to support comfort, unblocks Yang, transforms Qi, thins mucus, assists Heart Yang and warms and facilitates Yang Qi in the chest, warms and facilitates Qi flow in the channels and collaterals and Blood through the vessels, and warms the Middle and directs turbid Yin downward.
• Fu Ling (Poria Mushroom Root, Poriae cocos) enters the HT, SP, KI, and LU channels; promotes urination and leeches dampness, strengthens the Spleen, harmonizes the middle, quiets the Heart, calms the Shen and soothes the nerves.
• Bai Zhu (White Atractylodes Root, Atractylodes macrocephalae) is warm and enters the SP and ST channels; tonifies the Spleen and augments Qi, dries Damp and promotes water metabolism, stabilizes the Exterior, stops sweating, and calms the fetus.
• Sha Ren (Black Cardamom, Villous amomum) is warm and aromatic and enters the SP and ST channels; promotes the movement of Qi, aromatically transforms Damp, strengthens the Spleen, warms the Middle and stops diarrhea, and calms the fetus.
• Dang Shen (Bellflower Root, Radix Codonopsis pilosula) is neutral and enters the LU and SP channels; tonifies the Middle Jiao and augments Qi, tonifies the Lung, restores the constitution, nourishes the Blood and Body Fluids.
• Bai Shao (White Peony Root, Paeoniae alba) is cool and enters the LIV and SP channels; nourishes the Blood, regulates the menses, astringes Yin and adjusts Ying and Wei, Calms Liver Yang, Liver Wind, softens the liver and supports comfort.
• Hou Po (Magnolia Bark, Magnoliae officinalis) is warm and enters the LI, LU, SP, and ST channels; moves Qi in the middle and relieves food stagnation, promotes movement of Qi downward, dries damp, transforms phlegm, descends rebellious Qi, reduces phlegm and calms wheezing.
• Chen Pi (Tangerine Peel, Citri reticulatae) is warm and enters the LU, SP and ST channels; regulates Qi, adjusts the Middle relieves the diaphragm, dries Damp, transforms Phlegm, descends Qi.
• Mu Xiang (Costus Root, Auklandiae lappe) is warm and enters the GB, LI, SP, ST, and SJ channels; promotes the movement of Qi and supports comfort, regulates stagnant Qi in the intestines, strengthens the Spleen, prevents stagnation, dispels Damp-Heat, and harmonizes the Liver and Spleen.
• Crampbark (Viburnum opulus) is not included in the Chinese Materia Medica; however its TCM functions are described as: tonifies Liver Blood, invigorates the Blood, and reduces spasms and supports abdominal comfort.
• Yan Hu Suo (Corydalis Root, Rhizoma corydalis) is warm and enters the HT, LIV, and ST meridians; invigorates Blood, circulates Qi, supports comfort, induces and prolongs sleep.

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, tea, or other drink, making the final alcohol content less than 0.5%, which is similar to the amount of alcohol in a cup of kombucha.

• Use daily to support a healthy metabolism and a settled appetite
• Use as needed for stomach upset and pain
• Contains bitter herbs. Bitter taste can be countered with acidic (i.e, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar) or salty flavors.

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%. Alternatively, formula can be added to hot tea so that most alcohol will evaporate.

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”).

• Take with or without meals
• Standard adult dose — 2 droppers full (1.5 ml), three times a day.
• Standard child dose (30-100 lb) — 1 dropper full, three times a day. Not for children under the age of 6 years.
• If sensitive to herbs and supplements, start with 1 dropper full, three times a day.

• May be contraindicated with prescription blood thinners or anti-diabetic drugs.
• Do not use if pregnant or breastfeeding, unless directed by your health care practitioner.
• Do not use with children under the age of 6 years.
• 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 the desired dosage.
• Discontinue use if any new symptoms appear, including symptoms of intestinal upset or allergic reaction.
• Not to exceed five droppers full at a time.