Today, I want to talk to you about an incredibly powerful formula from the legendary Sun Simiao. When used correctly, it nourishes both the liver and kidneys, replenishes essence and blood, and ensures your waist doesn't ache, your legs don't hurt, and you feel full of energy in everything you do!

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, we say the "Liver governs the tendons" and the "Kidneys govern the bones." What does this mean? It means the tendons and ligaments in your body are managed by the liver, while the kidneys are responsible for the bones. If the liver and kidneys are healthy, your muscles and bones will naturally be strong. If you often feel pain in your lower back, legs, or knees, get out of breath after slight activity, or constantly break into cold sweats, it’s very likely a sign of liver and kidney deficiency.

When faced with such a situation, tonifying the liver and kidneys is essential during treatment, and Sun Simiao's Duhuo Jisheng Decoction must be employed. This formula is far from simple, containing 15 medicinal herbs including Duhuo (Doubleteeth Pubescent Angelica Root), Sangjisheng (Taxillus ssp.), and Xuduan (Himalayan Teasel Root).

First, let's talk about Duhuo. It acts like a "scavenger" that is particularly skilled at descending into the lower body to clear out wind, cold, and dampness from the sinews, bones, and lower limbs. When paired with Xixin (Manchurian Wildginger), Fangfeng (Saposhnikovia Root), Qinjiao (Largeleaf Gentian Root), and Guixin (Cinnamon Heart), these herbs act as assistants to Duhuo, working together to drive away wind-cold-dampness pathogens.

Once the wind-cold-dampness has been expelled from the lower limbs, the sinews and bones must be strengthened. This is where Sangjisheng, Duzhong (Eucommia Bark), and Niuxi (Achyranthes Root) come into play. They guide the medicinal effects along the meridians, tonifying the kidneys and strengthening the bones while simultaneously invigorating blood and removing dampness, ensuring the sinews and bones receive better nourishment.

Furthermore, herbs like Chuanxiong (Szechuan Lovage Rhizome), Baizhu (Atractylodes Macrocephala), Dangshen (Codonopsis), Fuling (Poria), and Gancao (Licorice) are combined to strengthen the spleen, boost Qi, nourish the liver, and replenish blood. The spleen and stomach are the foundation of acquired constitution and the source of Qi and blood production; when they function well, Qi and blood become abundant, and liver blood is replenished. When liver blood is sufficient, the sinews are nourished and the body becomes more flexible; when kidney essence is replenished, the bones become stronger.

This entire formula is meticulously crafted, much like a well-trained team where every member has a clear role and works in perfect harmony. It not only nourishes the liver and kidneys to replenish essence and blood but also dispels cold and relieves pain. For those suffering from liver and kidney deficiencies, this formula is a true "secret weapon" for strengthening the waist and knees. If you are experiencing similar issues, you might consider trying this formula under the guidance of a professional physician; you may find the results surprisingly effective