{"product_id":"blossom-phase-2-follicular-phase-formula-tcm","title":"Blossom (Phase 2)™","description":"\u003ch1\u003eBlossom (Phase 2)™\u003c\/h1\u003e \u003cp style=\"text-align:center; font-size:0.85em; border-top:1px solid #ccc; border-bottom:1px solid #ccc; padding:6px 0; margin:12px 0;\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/unified-search\"\u003eUnified Search\u003c\/a\u003e ·  \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/symptom-formula-finder\"\u003eSymptom Finder\u003c\/a\u003e ·  \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/tcm-herb-reference\"\u003eHerb Reference\u003c\/a\u003e ·  \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/drug-herb-alternative-reference\"\u003eDrug–Herb\u003c\/a\u003e ·  \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/lab-test-formula-finder\"\u003eLab Test\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlossom (Phase 2)\u003c\/b\u003e is a traditional Chinese herbal formula and the second of four formulas in a cycle-based fertility support protocol, traditionally used during the follicular phase (the week after menstruation) to help nourish blood and support Kidney yin. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, this phase is traditionally focused on restoring blood and yin to help build a healthy foundation for the rest of the cycle. This formula is designed as a complementary traditional support alongside your physician's fertility care.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e⚠️ Important:\u003c\/b\u003e This formula is a complement to, not a substitute for, medical care. See the Safety \u0026amp; Contraindications section below for full precautions before use.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eClinical Applications \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eBlossom (Phase 2) is traditionally used to help support:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eBlood nourishment and Kidney yin support during the follicular phase\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe body's recovery in the week following menstruation\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOverall balance as part of a cycle-based fertility support routine\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis is the second phase of a cycle-based fertility support protocol. Use \u003ca href=\"\/products\/blossom-phase-1-menstrual-phase-formula-tcm\"\u003eBlossom (Phase 1)\u003c\/a\u003e during the menstrual phase, Blossom (Phase 2) during the follicular phase, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/blossom-phase-3-ovulatory-phase-formula-tcm\"\u003eBlossom (Phase 3)\u003c\/a\u003e during the ovulatory phase, and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/blossom-phase-4-luteal-phase-formula-tcm\"\u003eBlossom (Phase 4)\u003c\/a\u003e during the luteal phase. Fertility support should always be coordinated with a qualified healthcare provider.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eKey Herbs (TCM Data)\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eDang Gui\u003c\/b\u003e (Angelica Sinensis), \u003cb\u003eShu Di Huang\u003c\/b\u003e (Prepared Rehmannia), and \u003cb\u003eE Jiao\u003c\/b\u003e (Donkey Hide Gelatin): traditionally considered among the most effective blood-nourishing herbs, used to help replenish blood after menstruation.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eBai Zhu\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eFu Ling\u003c\/b\u003e (Poria), and \u003cb\u003eShan Yao\u003c\/b\u003e (Chinese Yam): traditionally used to strengthen the Spleen and support healthy blood production.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eShan Zhu Yu\u003c\/b\u003e (Cornus), \u003cb\u003eNu Zhen Zi\u003c\/b\u003e (Ligustrum), and \u003cb\u003eGou Qi Zi\u003c\/b\u003e (Wolfberry): traditionally used to nourish Kidney yin and jing (essence).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eTu Si Zi\u003c\/b\u003e (Cuscuta) and \u003cb\u003eLu Jiao Shuang\u003c\/b\u003e (Deer Antler Gelatin Residue): mild yang tonics traditionally included to help balance the formula's yin tonics.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eWu Wei Zi\u003c\/b\u003e (Schisandra): traditionally used as an astringent to help consolidate jing (essence).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eZe Xie\u003c\/b\u003e (Alisma), \u003cb\u003eChuan Xiong\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eMu Dan Pi\u003c\/b\u003e (Moutan), and \u003cb\u003eChong Wei Zi\u003c\/b\u003e (Motherwort Fruit): traditionally used to gently move blood and offset the rich tonics in the formula.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eNiu Xi\u003c\/b\u003e (Achyranthes): a channel-guiding herb traditionally used to direct the formula's effect to the lower jiao.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eSafety \u0026amp; Contraindications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiscontinue use once pregnancy is confirmed.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eContains Dang Gui — those on anticoagulant or antiplatelet therapy such as warfarin should use with caution or avoid this formula.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFertility support should always be coordinated with a qualified healthcare provider.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eDosage \u0026amp; Directions\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStandard dosage:\u003c\/b\u003e 4–6 capsules three times daily on an empty stomach, taken during the follicular phase (the week after menstruation). Discontinue once pregnancy is confirmed.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSupplementary formulas:\u003c\/b\u003e This is one part of a four-phase cycle support protocol — \u003ca href=\"\/products\/blossom-phase-1-menstrual-phase-formula-tcm\"\u003eBlossom (Phase 1)\u003c\/a\u003e during menstruation, Blossom (Phase 2) during the follicular phase, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/blossom-phase-3-ovulatory-phase-formula-tcm\"\u003eBlossom (Phase 3)\u003c\/a\u003e during ovulation, and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/blossom-phase-4-luteal-phase-formula-tcm\"\u003eBlossom (Phase 4)\u003c\/a\u003e during the luteal phase.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHolistic Nutrition \u0026amp; Lifestyle\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNutrition:\u003c\/b\u003e A trail mix of dried cranberries, walnuts, sesame seeds, longan fruit, and cashews is traditionally encouraged as part of a fertility-supportive diet.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLifestyle:\u003c\/b\u003e Adequate rest and gentle movement are traditionally recommended to support blood recovery during this phase.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003chr\u003e \u003ch3\u003eRelated Reading\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eAlso see: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/blossom-phase-1-menstrual-phase-formula-tcm\"\u003eBlossom (Phase 1)\u003c\/a\u003e – for the menstrual phase, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/blossom-phase-3-ovulatory-phase-formula-tcm\"\u003eBlossom (Phase 3)\u003c\/a\u003e – for the ovulatory phase, and the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fertility-reproductive-health\"\u003eFertility \u0026amp; Reproductive Health Collection\u003c\/a\u003e for related formulas.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNot sure if this is the right formula for you? Start with our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/unified-search\"\u003eUnified Search\u003c\/a\u003e, browse by symptom with our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/symptom-formula-finder\"\u003eSymptom \u0026amp; Formula Finder\u003c\/a\u003e, or use our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/lab-test-formula-finder\"\u003eLab Test \u0026amp; Formula Reference\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Modern Herbal Formulas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53320658518127,"sku":null,"price":35.11,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/8630\/5391\/files\/BlossomPhase2.jpg?v=1782081994","url":"https:\/\/modernherbalformulas.com\/products\/blossom-phase-2-follicular-phase-formula-tcm","provider":"Modern Herbal Formulas","version":"1.0","type":"link"}