Can you relate to this—reaching for something quick when your joints feel weak, even though you know it’s not a long-term solution? I can. Now that I’ve passed the 40-year milestone, my flexibility has really taken a hit, and I’ve started noticing how much I depend on comfortable movement and flexibility just to get through everyday tasks.

But like all things in Chinese herbal medicine, there’s a formula for joint support – Du Huo Ji Sheng Tang, the inspiration behind our recently launched Joint Vitality - designed to support your active lifestyle and joint wellness.

For our iteration of this ancient herbal blend, we paired it with collagen and coconut oil for added performance, blended together with a soothing spiced cocoa and cinnamon flavor combination that I’m enjoying in my coffee as I pen this article (that’s right – Chinese herbs for your coffee). 

I Was a Skeptic...Until I Wasn't

Unlike our other formulas, I was late to adopt Joint Vitality.  My colleague, Dr. Eric Karchmer, PhD, MD (China) and licensed acupuncturist, swears by these 14 herbs given his personal need to help him stay mobile and maintain comfort in his daily routine after years of physical activity.  He’s used it with his patients for years, many of whom are equally enjoying life more fully due to the results – from triathletes to farmers.

We polled several folks on the way to embrace this formula, and assembled the below, simple list on how it might help you.  Here are five ways and reasons you should give this herbal blend a try:

Five Applications for Chinese Herbs to Help Transform Your Joints, Lower Back, and Life

1. Added Joint Support with Age
   Even though I try to convince myself I’m still in my 20s, my joints sometimes say otherwise. With the help of these herbs—along with acupuncture and yoga—I’ve started to feel more fluid and mobile again.

2. Encouraging Comfort in the Lower Back
   Long days in office chairs don’t help, and getting up used to involve an audible groan. Since adding Joint Vitality to my routine, I’ve noticed a greater sense of ease during everyday movements like twisting, standing, or getting on the floor with my kids
   
   
3. Helping Hands (and Wrists) Keep Up
   After years of typing, I’ve appreciated the added daily support this blend offers for my wrist comfort and flexibility. Regular use of Joint Vitality has helped me feel more resilient and responsive. I especially notice the difference when I skip it for a few days.
   
   
4. A Gentle Boost in Energy and Digestion
   Many Chinese herbal formulas have benefits that go beyond their primary focus—and this one’s no different. With herbs like Dang Gui, Ginseng, and White Peony Root, I’ve experienced a subtle, steady lift in my energy and digestion. (And no, it’s not just the coffee.)
   
   
5.  A Plant-Based Ritual Instead of Pills
   One of the best parts? It’s a natural, daily way to support your joints and overall wellness—without relying on synthetic pills.

We’ve found that the best results are achieved when you add a scoop of this blended powder to your coffee, milk, or water on a daily basis.  For more advanced needs, we encourage two scoops daily to get you started, reducing to one scoop daily once you begin to notice support for overall mobility and joint comfort. Have questions?  Email us or speak with an acupuncturist for more insight on how Joint Vitality and acupuncture can support your overall musculoskeletal wellness. 

Try Joint Vitality 100% risk-free with our Happiness Guarantee.  But remember - herbs only work if you take them.  By gently bringing your body into balance, you can give your joints the support they need.

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.

John G. McGarvey is a co-founder of DAO Labs and a regular contributor to The Way. A frequent visitor to China and Asia for both business and pleasure, he is an avid consumer of Chinese medicine. He can be reached at john@mydaolabs.com.