Dān shēn is considered a blood-moving herb and has a long history of use in TCM to activate blood circulation and disperse blood stasis. Blood stasis is akin to having an "obstruction of flow" caused by poor Qi and blood circulation.

Benefits:
● Improves irregular menstruation, amenorrhea, and postpartum abdominal pain
● Alleviates breast abscess with swelling and pain
● Cools the blood and calms the mind,
● Relieves vexation, anxiety, and insomnia
● Promotes healing for bruises, joint swelling, and joint pain
● Lowers blood sugar and cholesterol levels
● Reduces the risk of coronary heart diseases

Contraindication:
Avoid use with Lí lú (藜芦).

Ingredients:
Dān shēn fěn (Chinese Salvia Root Powder; 丹参粉)

Origin:
Szechuan, China

Dosage:
9g to 15g

Suggested use:
Mix the powder in warm water before drinking.

Storage:
Best kept refrigerated

In TCM, both dān shēn (丹参) and chuān xiōng (川芎) share similar functions in moving blood and resolving blood stasis, thereby reducing pain caused by obstruction of blood flow. However, chuān xiōng (川芎) is warm in nature, with the function to move Qi and dispel wind to relieve pain. It is more commonly used for Qi stagnation and blood stasis syndrome, as well as treating headaches.

On the other hand, dān shēn (丹参) is slightly cold in nature, aids in clearing heat in the blood, and calms the mind. It is more commonly used in regulating menstruation and treating carbuncle (painful pus-filled bumps) and insomnia.

Note:
The information above serves as a general guide only. Please consult a licensed TCM practitioner for a more accurate diagnosis and treatment.