These are unquestionably stressful times. Just when we think we've found our "new normal", another change is hurled at us, and we're constantly adapting.  The constant state of change creates undue stress that we simply can’t escape. A  pre-2020 article in The Atlantic reads: “According to the National Institute of Mental Health, Millions of Americans experience ongoing emotional stress. While this is part of life, it can impact our sense of balance, focus, and well-being.”  

On an individual level, this throws us completely off balance.  It’s impossible to escape the images, the stories, and the personal narratives constantly being looped on social media. Whether we recognize it or not, our own worry brings added consequences - an imbalance of our emotional, mental, and physical health that begins to impact our focus, relationships and enjoyment of life.    

Chinese Medicine, Chinese Herbs & Your Balance

Chinese medicine is all about balance.  It’s a practice that we all strive for, and it’s why we fell in love with it.  It’s the “yin and the yang” that you might be familiar with, along with applications of balanced energy.  As we’ve learned through our process of creating DAO Labs, a body and mind in harmony leads to better overall physical health, emotional strength and mental focus.  

For thousands of years, Chinese herbal formulas have been used to support emotional balance and calm the mind, body, and spirit. These time-honored blends are traditionally believed to promote a more stable mood and support emotional balance and overall well-being throughout the natural rhythms and fluctuations of life.

We designed Emotional Balance on a particularly popular Chinese formula that does just that: it delivers balanced emotions naturally, through a powerful eight-herb combination that Chinese medicine doctors have used for hundreds of years.  More specifically, they would say that it “supplements your Qi and nourishes your blood” (all factors that would increase your energy), while practically speaking, it aids in uplifting your mood and spirit.  We enjoy it constantly.  

Xiao Yao San: Free Your Spirit

“Our formula is inspired by Xiao Yao San, a well-known traditional Chinese herbal blend historically used to promote emotional balance and support mental clarity. Some users find it helpful for maintaining a sense of calm during occasional stress. People may experience the benefits of incorporating the herbs into their wellness routines at different paces, depending on their individual constitution and consistency.

We’ve tested and retested our herbs for safety and efficacy throughout of manufacturing process, and pair the formulas with refreshing flavors that help address the unpleasant flavor stigma typically associated with Chinese medicine.  

Moreover, we proudly donate a portion of revenue to our friends at WildAid, helping support an incredible cause with each purchase.   

While we can’t solve the world’s problems through the power of Chinese medicine, the herbs can help you achieve a greater sense of calm and harmony in your individual daily life.  To quote the amazing Chinese philosopher Lao Zi, “To the mind that is still, the whole universe surrenders.”  Read more about Emotional Balance here, or feel free to call us to learn more about Chinese medicine, herbs, and our passion for this incredible combination.

Care Consideration: Just a reminder that the above information is not a substitute for medical care and is not a substitute for medical advice or recommendations from a healthcare provider. This information is not intended to treat, mitigate, or cure any disease.  That said, we encourage you to connect with an Acupuncturist in your community to learn more about this and other Traditional Chinese Medicine options.  If you’ve got questions about Chinese herbal medicine or getting started with an Acupuncturist, feel free to connect with us at hello@mydaolabs.com.

Dr. Eric Karchmer is a practicing Chinese medical doctor, medical anthropologist, and co-founder and Chief Doctor of Chinese Medicine for DAO Labs. From 1995-2000, Eric studied at the Beijing University of Chinese Medicine and today is both a licensed acupuncturist and professor at Appalachian State University. Eric can be reached at drkarchmer@mydaolabs.com.