Yu Ping Feng San 玉屏風散 - Jade Windscreen Powder
The Jade Screen Formula / JadeDefender™
Origin of YU PING FENG SAN
Teachings of Zhu Dan Xi, (1481 AD)
YU PING FENG SAN Use
This is an important formula commonly taken to prevent colds. It is most appropriate for those who get repeated colds each year. It is not considered a fast acting formula and is normally taken for months before the arrival of cold season. Though this formula is often thought of as an immune booster, it's actual use is to:
- Augment Wei Qi
- Fortify the Exterior
- Reduce sweating
Used for TCM patterns:
- Spontaneous sweating due to Qi Deficiency
- Spontaneous sweating due to Wei Qi Deficiency
- Lung Qi Deficiency
YU PING FENG SAN Ingredients
| Astragalus root | Huang Qi | 40% |
| White Atractylodis rhizome | Bai Zhu | 30 |
| Siler root | Fang Feng | 30 |
For another version of this formula see Dr. Shen's Jade Shield (click for more information)
Safety & Side Effects of YU PING FENG SAN
- Contraindicated for those with Excess patterns.
- Contraindicated for those with night sweats due to Yin Deficiency.
Though YU PING FENG SAN is considered mild and safe, pregnant or nursing women should consult their health care provider before taking any supplement.
Traditional Chinese Medicine is powerful and reliable, but it can be complex. As TCM is not based on symptoms alone, self-diagnosis and self-treatment aren't recommended. Best to start a low cost online-herbal-consultation.
**These statements have not been evaluated by the US Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.