Many people know that Guipi Pills can replenish qi and blood, but they may not realize that it can also come in handy when the body experiences some seemingly unrelated minor ailments. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the "spleen and stomach are considered the foundation of postnatal constitution" and are the source of qi and blood production. When the functions of the spleen and stomach are optimized, qi and blood become abundant and circulate smoothly, and many issues naturally improve. The Guipi Pill formula focuses on regulating the spleen and stomach, nourishing qi and blood, and calming the mind.

Let’s look at some conditions it may help improve:

Restless sleep with frequent dreams and easy awakening: If you often toss and turn unable to fall asleep, have constant dreams once asleep, or wake up before dawn, while also feeling generally weak and lacking the energy to speak, this may indicate insufficient Qi and Blood in both the Heart and Spleen. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) states that "the Heart houses the Shen (Spirit)." When Qi and Blood are insufficient to nourish the Heart-Shen, sleep becomes restless. Guipi Wan (Restore the Spleen Pill), by replenishing the Qi and Blood of the Heart and Spleen, helps to calm the Shen and promote sleep.

Tendency to bleed or bruise easily: For example, gums that bleed easily when brushing teeth, stools containing blood streaks, or unexplained black-and-blue marks on the body where bruising appears easily from minor contact. TCM has a concept called "the Spleen governs the blood," meaning the Spleen has the function of managing the blood, keeping it flowing properly within the vessels. If Spleen Qi is deficient, its governing ability declines, and blood easily "leaks" out. If this is accompanied by symptoms of Qi and Blood deficiency such as fatigue, lack of energy, dizziness, and blurred vision, Guipi Wan can help supplement Spleen Qi and strengthen its blood-governing capacity.

Worsening memory, frequent forgetfulness: Feeling like your memory hasn't been great lately, forgetting things right after? Beyond age-related factors, this could also be related to the Spleen and Stomach. When the Spleen and Stomach are weak, their ability to produce Qi, Blood, and nutrients cannot keep up. Without sufficient nourishment, the brain's memory function easily declines. If this is accompanied by usual poor appetite, weak digestion, and easy fatigue, Guipi Wan's action of supplementing the Qi and Blood of the Spleen and Stomach can also help improve forgetfulness.

Heart palpitations, rapid heartbeat (palpitations): This is especially common among some female friends, who may suddenly feel a "thump" in the heart or experience a heartbeat that is both fast and heavy, becoming more noticeable with slight exertion, and often accompanied by persistent dizziness, lack of strength, and pale complexion. From a TCM perspective, this is often a manifestation of insufficient Heart Blood. The Heart requires ample blood for nourishment. When blood is insufficient, the Heart easily becomes "flustered." Guipi Wan can both supplement Spleen Qi to generate blood and nourish Heart Blood to calm the Heart-Shen, making it a commonly used formula for regulating this type of palpitation.

Stomach discomfort, loss of appetite: For example, frequently feeling bloated or experiencing dull pain in the stomach, feeling full after eating very little, poor appetite, along with symptoms of qi and blood deficiency such as dizziness and fatigue. This situation is not uncommon in chronic gastritis or functional dyspepsia. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that weakness of the spleen and stomach, as well as insufficient production of qi and blood, is one of the underlying causes. Guipi Pills, by strengthening the spleen and stomach and supplementing qi and blood, can alleviate this type of "deficiency"-related stomach discomfort and help restore appetite and digestive capacity.

A real-life example:

Ms. Li, 42 years old, is a middle school homeroom teacher. Over the past two years, due to high work pressure, frequent late-night lesson preparation, and irregular eating habits, she gradually began to feel extremely fatigued, struggled with poor sleep at night—experiencing frequent dreams and easy awakening—and noticed her memory deteriorating during the day, occasionally forgetting content while teaching. What worried her more was significant gum bleeding while brushing her teeth and occasional palpitations. When she consulted a traditional Chinese medicine doctor, the doctor observed that her tongue was pale in color with teeth marks on the sides (a common sign of spleen deficiency), and her pulse was thin and weak. The doctor diagnosed her primarily with deficiency of both the heart and spleen, as well as insufficient qi and blood. In addition to adjusting her daily routine, the doctor recommended trying Guipi Pills for conditioning. After consistently taking the pills for about two months, Ms. Li reported feeling much more energetic, sleeping more soundly, with gum bleeding nearly disappearing, palpitations occurring rarely, and her memory feeling somewhat restored. "I feel like my body isn't as weak anymore, as if it's been recharged," she said.

Important reminder:

Guipi Pills are effective, but Traditional Chinese Medicine emphasizes "treatment based on pattern differentiation." The conditions mentioned above, while potentially manifestations of dual deficiency of the heart and spleen with insufficient qi and blood, may have more complex underlying causes for each individual (such as liver stagnation, phlegm-dampness, etc.). Symptoms are merely references and should not be self-diagnosed arbitrarily. Just as colds are classified into wind-cold and wind-heat types with completely different treatments, it is essential to consult a professional TCM practitioner. They will conduct a comprehensive assessment based on your specific symptoms, tongue coating, and pulse condition before determining whether Guipi Pills are suitable for you and how to take them. Self-medicating without proper guidance may not only yield poor results but also risk worsening the condition or causing adverse effects, which would outweigh any potential benefits.