{"product_id":"blossom-phase-1-female-infertility-menstrual-regulation-fertility-tcm","title":"Blossom (Phase 1) – TCM Herbal Formula for Female Infertility, Menstrual Regulation \u0026 Fertility Support During the Menstrual Phase","description":"\u003ch1\u003eBlossom (Phase 1)™\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTCM herbal formula for female infertility — menstrual phase formula (Phase 1 of 4) — invigorates blood circulation; regulates the chong (thoroughfare) and ren (conception) channels; regulates menstruation; relieves pain; reduces inflammation; eliminates water accumulation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e⚠️ Discontinue use when the patient becomes pregnant. May cause more bleeding in some patients — if excessive bleeding occurs, reduce dosage to half or discontinue temporarily. Contains Dang Gui (Radix Angelicae Sinensis), which invigorates blood circulation — patients on anticoagulant or antiplatelet therapies such as Coumadin (warfarin) should use with caution or not at all due to higher risk of bleeding and bruising.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCLINICAL APPLICATIONS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* \u003cb\u003eFemale infertility\u003c\/b\u003e — menstrual phase formula (Phase 1): use during the week of menstruation to regulate menstrual flow and promote healthy shedding of endometrial tissue\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFour-phase fertility protocol:\u003c\/b\u003e Blossom (Phase 1) is the first of four formulas designed to treat female infertility by targeting each phase of the menstrual cycle. Phase 1 (menstrual phase) focuses on moving qi and blood to regulate the menses and ensure proper shedding of the uterine lining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey herb-level clinical data:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eDang Gui\u003c\/b\u003e (Radix Angelicae Sinensis \/ Angelica Sinensis \/ Dong Quai): tonifies and moves blood; dual regulatory effect on the uterus — stimulating and inhibiting — overall regulatory effect on menstruation; effective in essential oil form for menstrual pain relief (76.79% effectiveness among 112 patients); analgesic and anti-inflammatory — similar to or stronger than acetylsalicylic acid; treats irregular menstruation, dysmenorrhea, amenorrhea, and postpartum abdominal pain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eChong Wei Zi\u003c\/b\u003e (Fructus Leonuri \/ Leonurus \/ Motherwort Fruit): promotes blood circulation; regulates menstruation; combined with Dang Gui — treats irregular menstruation, dysmenorrhea, amenorrhea, and postpartum abdominal pain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eZe Lan\u003c\/b\u003e (Herba Lycopi \/ Lycopus \/ Bugleweed): moves blood; dispels clots; reduces water retention and edema associated with menstruation (combined with Fu Ling)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eFu Ling\u003c\/b\u003e (Poria \/ Poria Cocos): diuretic — reduces water accumulation and treats menstrual edema\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eChi Shao\u003c\/b\u003e (Radix Paeoniae Rubrae \/ Red Peony): antispasmodic — relieves spasms and cramps; antiplatelet — reduces clotting and pain; treats gynecological disorders\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eChuan Xiong\u003c\/b\u003e (Rhizoma Chuanxiong \/ Ligusticum Chuanxiong): relieves pain in gynecological disorders; antiplatelet — reduces clotting; sedative — relieves stress, anxiety, and general discomfort\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eXiang Fu\u003c\/b\u003e (Rhizoma Cyperi \/ Cyperus \/ Nutgrass): enters the Liver; regulates qi; relieves bloating and emotional imbalances during the menstrual period; uterine relaxant — inhibitory effect on the uterus; analgesic; sedative\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eBai Shao\u003c\/b\u003e (Radix Paeoniae Alba \/ White Peony): nourishes blood; softens the Liver; antispasmodic — relaxes the uterus and relieves pain; analgesic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWESTERN THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* \u003cb\u003eRegulates menstruation\u003c\/b\u003e — Dang Gui (stimulating and inhibiting dual effect on uterus, 76.79% menstrual pain relief); Chong Wei Zi (blood circulation, menstrual regulation)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* \u003cb\u003eAnalgesic \/ anti-inflammatory\u003c\/b\u003e — Dang Gui (≥ aspirin potency); Xiang Fu + Bai Shao (analgesic); Chi Shao + Chuan Xiong (antiplatelet, clotting↓, pain↓)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* \u003cb\u003eAntispasmodic \/ uterine relaxant\u003c\/b\u003e — Xiang Fu (uterine relaxant); Bai Shao + Chi Shao (antispasmodic — spasms and cramps↓)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* \u003cb\u003eDiuretic \/ reduces edema\u003c\/b\u003e — Ze Lan + Fu Ling (water retention↓, menstrual edema↓)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* \u003cb\u003eSedative\u003c\/b\u003e — Chuan Xiong + Xiang Fu (stress↓, anxiety↓, discomfort↓)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCHINESE THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Invigorates blood circulation; dispels blood clots (Dang Gui, Chong Wei Zi, Ze Lan, Chi Shao, Chuan Xiong)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Regulates the \u003ci\u003echong\u003c\/i\u003e (thoroughfare) and \u003ci\u003eren\u003c\/i\u003e (conception) channels (Dang Gui, Chong Wei Zi)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Regulates menstruation; promotes healthy endometrial shedding (Dang Gui, Chong Wei Zi)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Regulates qi; relieves bloating and emotional imbalance (Xiang Fu)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Nourishes blood; softens Liver; relaxes uterus (Bai Shao)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Reduces water retention and edema (Ze Lan, Fu Ling)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDOSAGE\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStandard:\u003c\/b\u003e 4–6 capsules three times daily on an empty stomach. Use during Phase 1 (the week of menstruation). Discontinue when the patient becomes pregnant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote on the four-phase protocol:\u003c\/b\u003e Blossom (Phase 1) is used during the menstrual phase. Continue with Blossom (Phase 2) during the follicular phase, Blossom (Phase 3) during the ovulatory phase, and Blossom (Phase 4) during the luteal phase for a complete fertility support cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNutrition:\u003c\/b\u003e During the menstrual phase, avoid foods that are cold or sour in nature — they create stagnation and cause pain. Cold foods to avoid: sushi, uncooked vegetables, salad, tomatoes, watermelon, cucumbers, winter melon, strawberries, tofu, crabs, bananas, pear, soy milk, kiwi, ice cream, and cold beverages. Sour foods to avoid: all citrus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTao of Nutrition (Dr. Maoshing Ni and Cathy McNease):\u003c\/b\u003e Make a fertility-enhancing trail mix consisting of equal parts of dried cranberries, walnuts, sesame seeds, longan fruits, and cashews.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLifestyle:\u003c\/b\u003e During menstruation, avoid sports that expose the body to cold environments such as skiing or cold-water sports. Wear clothing that promotes warmth in cold weather and covers the abdomen and low back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso see: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/blossom-phase-2\"\u003eBlossom (Phase 2)\u003c\/a\u003e – follicular phase fertility formula | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/blossom-phase-3\"\u003eBlossom (Phase 3)\u003c\/a\u003e – ovulatory phase fertility formula | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/blossom-phase-4\"\u003eBlossom (Phase 4)\u003c\/a\u003e – luteal phase fertility formula | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mense-ease\"\u003eMense-Ease\u003c\/a\u003e – for dysmenorrhea and menstrual cramps | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/resolve-lower\"\u003eResolve (Lower)\u003c\/a\u003e – for endometriosis, fibroids, and ovarian cysts affecting fertility | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/imperial-tonic\"\u003eImperial Tonic\u003c\/a\u003e – for postpartum recovery and qi and blood replenishment | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/womens-health-hormonal-support\"\u003eWomen's Health \u0026amp; Hormonal Support Collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Modern Herbal Formulas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53320652980335,"sku":null,"price":35.11,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/8630\/5391\/files\/BlossomPhase1.jpg?v=1782081412","url":"https:\/\/modernherbalformulas.com\/products\/blossom-phase-1-female-infertility-menstrual-regulation-fertility-tcm","provider":"Modern Herbal Formulas","version":"1.0","type":"link"}