Vital Essence

• Male infertility
• Male sexual and reproductive disorders, such as infertility, low sperm count, poor sperm motility, mobility and morphology, premature ejaculation, and spermatorrhea
  

Regulates the sex organs and hormone production
Balances hormone productions to treat sexual and reproductive disorders
Antiaging and adaptogenic effects to improve general health

• It is important to remember that this formula is designed to treat infertility. They do not offer any protection against sexually transmitted diseases.
  Many drugs are known to damage and impair healthy sperm, including but not limited to anabolic steroids, corticosteroids, androgens, estrogens, aspirin, opioid
  analgesics, cimetidine, methotrexate, spirolactone, and sulfasalazine. Patients who take these medications should consult their physician to see if these drugs can be substituted or discontinued.
  This herbal formula contains herbs that invigorate blood circulation, such as Dang Gui (Radix Angelicae Sinensis). Therefore, patients who are on anticoagulant or antiplatelet therapies, such as Coumadin (warfarin), should use this formula with caution, or not at all, as there may be a higher risk of bleeding and bruising.
  According to most textbooks and contemporary references, the classic entry of "He Shou Wu" is now separated into two entries: the unprepared Sheng Shou Wu (Radix Polygoni Multiflori) and the prepared Zhi He Shou Wu (Radix Polygoni Multiflori Praeparata), as they have significantly different therapeutic effects and side effects. Sheng Shou Wu (Radix Polygoni Multiflori) is a stimulant laxative that treats constipation, but may cause nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and in rare cases, liver disorder (dose- and time-dependent, and reversible upon discontinuation).
  On the other hand, Zhi He Shou Wu (Radix Polygoni Multiflori Praeparata) is a tonic herb that is safe and well-tolerated. The dramatic changes in the therapeutic effect and safety profile are attributed to the long and complicated processing of the root with Hei Dou (Semen Sojae) through repeated blending, cooking, and drying procedures. When properly processed, the chemical composition of the root changes significantly. Many new compounds are generated from the Maillard reaction (four furanones, two furans, two nitrogen compounds, one pyran, one alcohol and one sulfur compound). Furthermore, the preparation process causes changes in the composition of sugars and 16 kinds of amino acids; it also reduces the pH of the herb from 6.28 to 5.61.
  In summary, these changes give rise to the tonic effects of the prepared roots, and eliminate the adverse reactions associated with the unprepared roots. Note: Due to medical risks and legal liabilities, it is prudent to exercise caution and not use this herb in either prepared or unprepared forms in patients with pre-existing or risk factors of liver diseases.
  

• Patients should be advised to eat more clams, oysters, sea cucumbers, and lamb.
• Excessive use of certain herbs such as echinacea, ginkgo biloba, and St. John’s Wort have been associated with infertility and should be avoided.
• Consume an adequate amount of selenium (200 to 400 mcg daily), as deficiency has been associated with reduced sperm count and sterility in men.
• Consume an adequate amount of vitamin C and bioflavonoids (2,000 to 6,000 daily), as they are important in sperm production.
• Consume an adequate amount of vitamin E (200 to 400 IU daily), which helps to balance hormone production.
• Adequate intake of zinc (80 mg daily) is important for normal functioning of the reproductive organs.
• Avoid alcohol, coffee, and cigarette smoking.
  Avoid excessive sexual intercourse or ejaculation. While taking herbs, sexual activity should be reduced to once a week until the sperm lab report is normal.
  Certain artificial lubricants may prevent the sperm from reaching the cervix. Saliva may also have a negative effect on spermatozoa.
  Avoid drinking alcohol, which reduces sperm count.
  Avoid smoking (and exposure to secondhand smoke of) cigarettes and marijuana, as they impair sperm production.
  Avoid stress as much as possible.
  

Take 3 to 4 capsules three times daily. Dosage can be increased up to 6 to 8 capsules three times daily. For optimal results, this formula should be taken continuously for two to three months, or until successful pregnancy of partner.

Semen Plantaginis
Rhizoma Chuanxiong
Radix Angelicae Sinensis
Poria
Fructus Rubi
Fructus Lycii
Radix Astragali
Semen Allii Tuberosi
Radix Rehmanniae Praeparata
Semen Cuscutae
Fructus Schisandrae Chinensis
Rhizoma Curculiginis
Herba Epimedii
Radix Polygoni Multiflori Praeparata