{"product_id":"flex-gt-uric-acid-balance-formula-tcm","title":"Flex (GT)™","description":"\u003ch1\u003eFlex (GT)™\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\u003eFlex (GT)\u003c\/b\u003e is a traditional Chinese herbal formula traditionally used to help support healthy uric acid balance and joint comfort, particularly between gout flare-ups. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, this pattern is traditionally associated with damp-heat and painful obstruction syndrome (bi zheng). Flex (GT) is designed to help strengthen the Spleen and Stomach and drain damp-heat as a complementary traditional support, not a treatment for an acute gout attack.\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\u003eFlex (GT) is traditionally used to help support:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eJoint comfort and healthy uric acid balance as a complementary traditional approach\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFluid balance and drainage, traditionally associated with damp-heat patterns\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOverall comfort between gout flare-ups, as part of a broader diet and lifestyle routine\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eSevere or sudden joint symptoms — including a gout flare — should be evaluated by a physician. This formula is a complementary support for the time between episodes, not a substitute for medical care during a flare.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eKey Herbs (TCM Data)\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eHuang Bo\u003c\/b\u003e (Phellodendron): traditionally considered a key herb for uric acid balance.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eJin Qian Cao\u003c\/b\u003e (Lysimachia): traditionally used to help support healthy uric acid levels.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eZe Xie\u003c\/b\u003e (Alisma) and \u003cb\u003eChe Qian Zi\u003c\/b\u003e (Plantago): traditionally used as diuretics to drain damp-heat.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eZhi Mu\u003c\/b\u003e (Anemarrhena), \u003cb\u003eShi Gao\u003c\/b\u003e (Gypsum), and \u003cb\u003eDi Huang\u003c\/b\u003e (Rehmannia): traditionally used together to clear heat and ease joint swelling.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eJi Xue Teng\u003c\/b\u003e (Spatholobus): traditionally used to open the channels and collaterals.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eChi Shao\u003c\/b\u003e (Red Peony): traditionally used to activate blood circulation and ease pain.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eCang Zhu\u003c\/b\u003e (Atractylodes) and \u003cb\u003eYi Yi Ren\u003c\/b\u003e (Job's Tears): traditionally used to strengthen the Spleen and Stomach and resolve dampness.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e— \u003cb\u003eHe Zi\u003c\/b\u003e (Chebula) and \u003cb\u003eWu Bei Zi\u003c\/b\u003e (Chinese Gall): traditionally used as astringents to ease swelling.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eSafety \u0026amp; Contraindications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eDo not use in cases of deficiency and cold — this formula clears heat and is not appropriate for cold-type presentations. For cold-type arthritis, consider Flex (CD) instead.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eNot designed to treat an acute gout attack — seek medical care for a sudden, severe flare.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDo not use heat packs on a gouty joint.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eDosage \u0026amp; Directions\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStandard dosage:\u003c\/b\u003e 4 capsules three times daily. Begin at the first warning signs. Dosage may be adjusted with practitioner guidance during the first 1–2 days for faster onset, then reduced for long-term maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSupplementary formulas:\u003c\/b\u003e For general joint discomfort, this formula is traditionally paired with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/herbal-ang-pain-comfort-formula-tcm\"\u003eHerbal ANG\u003c\/a\u003e. For swelling and inflammation, it is traditionally paired with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/astringent-complex-inflammation-swelling-tcm\"\u003eAstringent Complex\u003c\/a\u003e. For lower body comfort alongside weight management goals, it is traditionally paired with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/herbalite-metabolic-wellness-formula-tcm\"\u003eHerbalite\u003c\/a\u003e. For joint comfort alongside metabolic fluid balance concerns, it is traditionally paired with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/equilibrium-blood-sugar-balance-formula-tcm\"\u003eEquilibrium\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHolistic Nutrition \u0026amp; Lifestyle\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNutrition:\u003c\/b\u003e Purine-rich foods such as organ meats, certain seafood, and alcohol are traditionally discouraged, while cherries, blueberries, and strawberries are traditionally encouraged. Adequate hydration with distilled water is traditionally recommended. After a flare, a period of light, plant-based eating is traditionally recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey principle:\u003c\/b\u003e Long-term support relies on consistent diet and lifestyle habits, not herbs alone.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eCase Studies\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe following reflect individual practitioner experiences and traditional use; results vary and are not guarantees of outcome for any individual.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cblockquote\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"A woman with joint pain, swelling, and redness in her feet, fingers, and wrists, consistent with a damp-heat and qi and blood stagnation pattern, combined Flex (GT) with a supplementary formula and acupuncture, and reported her joint comfort and range of motion noticeably improved over time.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e  \u003chr\u003e \u003ch3\u003eRelated Reading\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eAlso see: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/flex-heat-joint-comfort-formula-tcm\"\u003eFlex (Heat)\u003c\/a\u003e – for localized joint warmth, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/astringent-complex-inflammation-swelling-tcm\"\u003eAstringent Complex\u003c\/a\u003e – for advanced fluid balance, and the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pain-relief-musculoskeletal-support\"\u003ePain Relief \u0026amp; Musculoskeletal Support 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":53316699062383,"sku":null,"price":35.11,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/8630\/5391\/files\/FlexGT.jpg?v=1781992868","url":"https:\/\/modernherbalformulas.com\/products\/flex-gt-uric-acid-balance-formula-tcm","provider":"Modern Herbal Formulas","version":"1.0","type":"link"}