Chinese herbs for fertility help regulate the menstrual cycle, strengthen the reproductive system, balance hormones and improve blood flow to the ovaries and uterus. Chinese fertility herbalists create a custom herbal formula based on your specific needs. You can take Chinese herbs in capsule or powder form or decoct raw herbs to make a tea.
Dang Gui
Dang gui, also known as angelica, strengthens the reproductive system, improving blood flow to the ovaries and uterus. Dang gui regulates menstruation, relieves menstrual pain and PMS and reduces menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes and night sweats. It has mild estrogenic qualities and is a popular Chinese herb for women. Boil raw dang gui and drink the decoction or take it in tincture, powder or pill form.
Shu Di Huang
Shu di huang, or cooked rehmannia, tonifies and nourishes the reproductive system. It regulates the menstrual cycle, improves fertility and reduces excessive menstrual bleeding. Shu di also reduces the chance of miscarriage. Boil shu di and drink the strained decoction or take it in pill or powder form.
Yi Mu Cao
Yi mu cao is also known as motherwort herb. According to John Chen, Ph.D., it is one of the best and most commonly used herbs for the treatment of gynecological disorders. It improves blood circulation in the reproductive organs. regulates the menstrual cycle and reduces painful periods. Yi mu cao treats endometriosis, uterine fibroids and infertility. Chinese herbalists traditionally prescribe yi mu cao as an herbal decoction.
Chinese Herbal Formulas
There are a variety of Chinese herbal formulas that enhance fertility. Your Chinese herbalist may prescribe any of the following formulas to increase your chances of conceiving.
Liu Wei Di Huang Wan, or Six-Flavor Rehmannia Pill, strengthens the kidneys and reproductive system, reduces sensations of heat, including hot flashes and night sweats, and regulates hormones.
Jin Gui Shen Qi Wan, or Kidney Qi Pill from the Golden Cabinet, strengthens the kidneys, warms the reproductive organs, regulates hormones and enhances fertility.
Ba Zhen Tang, or Eight-Treasure Decoction, acts as a general female tonic, improves blood flow to the reproductive organs and regulates hormones and the menstrual cycle.
Xiao Yao San, or Rambling Powder, improves energy flow to the reproductive organs, reduces irritability and PMS and regulates the menstrual cycle.
References
- "The Infertility Cure"; Randine Lewis, Ph.D.; 2004
- "Chinese Medical Herbology and Pharmacology"; John K. Chen, Ph.D. and Tina T. Chen, M.S., L.Ac.; 2001
