18/10/2025
this formula has been a gorgeous tincture for the last year. i was lucky enough to stockpile enough ingredients to release a couple small batches of tea.
reishi is a deep nutritive tonic that fuels deeper, more pragmatic immune function. it can help to protect and rebuild deeper reserves when they are lacking or threatened. i love reishi based regimens for people going through difficult treatments, recoveries and for those struggling with adrenal fatigue, kidney complaints or sexual weakness.
ashwagandha is a ‘rasayana’ remedy in ayurveda meaning that it is a safe tonic for the very young, very old, compromised and delicate. it is an ‘adaptogen’ that helps your body to physiologically respond to stress more appropriately. it is also a nutritive tonic that helps you rebuild and hold center. it benefits overall homeostasis.
stinging nettle and nettle seed are difficult to find in quality bulk, so i spend a few weeks wild foraging enough to last the year. stinging nettle is a very strong, very safe nutritive tonic for the kidneys. it is one of the most important herbal allies that we have available to us. they’re known for turning things back on when function has been lost to debility. i have never found nettle seeds for sale in quantities that would allow herbal use. i always have a secret emergency stash for consult clients, but i did my best to make them more commonly available in my shop.
cordyceps are a profound immune and kidney tonic. i’ve been working with them extensively for a couple years now. they are potent and apparent at low doses. they are stimulating and support deep restoration and endurance. a well balanced formula with cordyceps is a great crutch to help someone in a difficult situation, helping them to get up and do the things they want to do, especially if there’s a special occasion. cordyceps are good for depression and sexual weakness that arises from exhaustion and depletion.
