Sun Ten – Rehmannia Six (Liu Wei Di Huang Wan)

Rehmannia Six Formula by Sun Ten also known as Liu Wei Di Huang Wan nourishes the kidney and liver yin.

Liu Wei Di Huang is recommended for those with backache, toothache, sore throat, menopause, and dizziness.

Liu Wei Di Huang Wan translates as Six Ingredient Pill with Rehmannia was formulated in the early 12th century by Qian Yi, known as the Sage of Pediatrics. In Chinese Medicine theory, the Kidneys are responsible for the growth, development, and reproduction. Therefore, children born with weak Kidneys have developmental delays and stunted growth. This formula’s original purpose was to nourish the Kidneys and promote healthy development in children. Now it is one of the most frequently prescribed formulas for a wide range of conditions.

Western Symptomology:
• Backache
• Dizziness
• Ears-Ringing (Tinnitus)
• Fertility
• Sweating-Night
• Throat-Sore
• Toothache
• Thirst
• Menopause symptoms
• Pain-Entire Body

Chinese Functions:
• Nourishes the Liver Yin
• Sustains Kidney Yin
• Relieves from Pain
• Fights Dizziness
• Combats Ringing Ears (Tinnitus)
• Treats Menopause Symptoms (including night sweating)

Shu Di Huang: an anti-aging herb that also relieves anemic symptoms
Shan Zhu Yu: a fruit that regulates menstrual cycle and stops abnormal fluid leakage
Shan Yao: Chinese yam boosts energy and helps with digestive and urinary conditions
Ze Xie: an herb that relieves painful urination, stops diarrhea, and reduces dizziness
Mu Dan Pi: a type of bark that clears internal heat and improves blood circulation
Fu Ling: a sweet herb that balances the digestive system and promotes mental tranquility

Ingredients: Rehmannia cured root tuber (shu di huang), Chinese yam rhizome (shan yao), Asiatic dogwood fruit without seed (shan zhu yu), Asian water plantain rhizome (ze xie), Tree peony root bark (mu dan pi), Poria sclerotium (fu ling).

Suggested Use:
Dissolve 1 to 2 grams in a cup of hot water to make a tea 2 to 3 times daily.