Calm (ES)™

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Overview

Calm (ES) is an extra-strength traditional Chinese herbal formula traditionally used to help support calm during periods of pronounced stress, restlessness, and disrupted sleep. Calm (ES) is traditionally used to help spread Liver qi, purge excess Liver fire, and calm the shen (spirit).

⚠️ Important: This formula is a general wellness support and is not a substitute for medical or psychiatric care. Anyone experiencing a severe psychological or psychiatric condition, hallucinations, paranoia, or thoughts of self-harm should seek help immediately from a physician, mental health professional, or a crisis line. Alcohol, drug, and nicotine withdrawal can be medically serious, and in some cases life-threatening — always seek medical supervision for withdrawal rather than managing it with an herbal formula alone. Contraindicated during pregnancy and nursing. Those with a weak digestive system may experience mild GI upset — reduce dosage or take with GI Care for nausea or Gentle Lax (Deficient) for constipation. Contains Dang Gui, which invigorates blood — use with caution, and only under physician guidance, if taking warfarin or other anticoagulant/antiplatelet therapy. Contains Da Huang — do not use if you have or develop diarrhea, loose stools, or abdominal pain. Consult your physician if pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or managing a medical condition.

Clinical Applications & Benefits

Calm (ES) is traditionally used to help support:

• Pronounced stress with poor appetite, tension, and a racing mind
• Difficulty falling or staying asleep during periods of high stress
• General emotional steadiness during especially demanding periods

This formula is a general wellness support and is not a substitute for medical or psychiatric care. Anyone experiencing a severe or persistent emotional wellness condition should be evaluated by a physician — always identify and address the underlying cause alongside any wellness support.

Key Herbs (TCM Data)

— Long Gu (Dragon Bone) and Mu Li (Oyster Shell): traditionally used to help anchor the shen and calm Liver fire.

— Gou Teng (Uncaria) and Huang Qin (Scutellaria): traditionally used to help clear heat and relieve irritability.

— Da Huang (Rhubarb Root): traditionally used to help clear heat and support elimination.

— Chai Hu (Bupleuri): traditionally used to help disperse stagnant Liver qi.

— Dang Gui (Angelica): traditionally used to help nourish Liver blood.

— Suan Zao Ren (Sour Jujube Seed) and Xie Cao (Valerian): traditionally used to help calm the Heart and support restful sleep.

— Xi Yang Shen (American Ginseng): traditionally used to help strengthen and harmonize the middle jiao.

— Bai Zhu (Atractylodes) and Fu Ling (Poria): traditionally used to help support digestive comfort during stress.

— Da Zao (Jujube), Gui Zhi (Cinnamon Twig), and Chuan Xiong: traditionally used to help promote qi and blood circulation and support relaxation.

— Zhu Ru (Bamboo Shavings), Sheng Jiang (Fresh Ginger), and Gan Cao (Licorice): traditionally used to help harmonize the formula.

Safety & Contraindications

1. Not a substitute for medical or psychiatric care. Seek help immediately from a physician, mental health professional, or crisis line for a severe psychological condition, hallucinations, paranoia, or thoughts of self-harm.
2. Alcohol, drug, and nicotine withdrawal can be medically serious — always seek medical supervision rather than managing withdrawal with an herbal formula alone.
3. Contraindicated during pregnancy and nursing.
4. Contains Dang Gui, which invigorates blood — use with caution, and only under physician guidance, if taking warfarin or other anticoagulant/antiplatelet therapy.
5. Contains Da Huang — do not use if you have or develop diarrhea, loose stools, or abdominal pain.
6. Never stop or adjust a prescribed medication without your physician's guidance.

Dosage & Directions

Standard: 3–4 capsules three times daily. For more pronounced stress, up to 6–8 capsules may be traditionally used every 4–6 hours as needed, then reduced to the standard dose once things feel more settled.

Supplementary formulas: For milder stress, this formula is traditionally paired with Calm. For stress with sleep difficulty and an underlying deficiency, it is traditionally paired with Calm ZZZ. For emotional stagnation patterns, it is traditionally paired with Shine or Shine (DS). For general digestive comfort during stress, it is traditionally paired with GI Harmony.

Holistic Nutrition & Lifestyle

Nutrition: A diet rich in calcium, magnesium, and B vitamins is traditionally encouraged, as these can be depleted by ongoing stress. Fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins are traditionally encouraged. Caffeine, alcohol, tobacco, and sugar are traditionally reduced.

Lifestyle: A consistent sleep schedule and a calming bedtime routine are traditionally encouraged. Meditation, yoga, breathing exercises, tai chi, and qi gong are traditionally recommended. Regular exercise and adequate rest are traditionally encouraged to help support overall stress resilience.

Case Studies

The following reflect individual practitioner experiences and traditional use; results vary and are not guarantees of outcome for any individual. All patients remained under appropriate medical or practitioner supervision, and none of the cases below involved discontinuing or delaying prescribed medical treatment.

"A woman managing high stress after a major life change, with disrupted sleep and a racing mind, took Calm (ES) alongside her ongoing care and reported feeling calmer within a few days."

"A woman with premenstrual tension, breast tenderness, and irritability, consistent with Liver qi stagnation, took Calm (ES) and reported feeling noticeably more relaxed by the following cycle."

"A man managing significant work stress before an important trip took Calm (ES) as needed and reported feeling steadier and better rested."

Related Reading

Also see: Calm – for milder stress, Calm ZZZ – for stress with underlying deficiency, and the Relaxation, Emotional Grounding & Traditional Sleep Harmony Collection for related formulas.

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*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.