Liu Jun Zi (六君子, "Six Gentlemen") is a classical Chinese herbal formula, supplied here as instant herbal tea granules. It builds on the well-known Four Gentlemen formula, adding Chen Pi and Ban Xia to help the digestion move and to clear Damp and Phlegm.
 
Traditional actions in Chinese medicine:
Strengthens the Spleen and tonifies Qi
Harmonises the Stomach
Dries Damp and transforms Phlegm
 
Traditionally used for:
Poor appetite
Fullness or bloating after eating
A queasy stomach or nausea
Loose stools
Tiredness linked to weak digestion
 
Ingredients:
Ren Shen (Ginseng Radix) - tonifies Qi
Bai Zhu (Atractylodis Macrocephalae Rhizoma) - strengthens the Spleen
Fu Ling (Poria) - drains Damp
Zhi Gan Cao (Glycyrrhizae Radix Praeparata) - tonifies Qi and harmonises the formula
Chen Pi (Citri Reticulatae Pericarpium) - regulates Qi
Zhi Ban Xia (Pinelliae Rhizoma Praeparatum) - transforms Phlegm and settles the Stomach
 
How to take: Dissolve the granules in warm water, usually twice daily. Dosage should follow the advice of a qualified practitioner.
 
Not suitable during a cold, flu or fever, or where there are Heat signs such as a dry mouth and thirst. Contains liquorice - speak to us first if you have high blood pressure.
 
Please note: Please speak to one of our practitioners before use, especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or have a medical condition.
 
If you have any questions, call us or book a free consultation with one of our Chinese medicine herbalists online or in our clinics in Dublin 4 or Dún Laoghaire.