Today we’ll talk about a simple little prescription—just two herbs—that can help qi and blood flow smoothly into the tendons and increase firmness in that area.

Traditional Chinese medicine has always emphasized that qi and blood are fundamental and that unobstructed flow is paramount. For men, when qi and blood circulate properly and supply is sufficient, that is key to maintaining normal function and endurance. If blood circulation is poor, or if there is qi deficiency or kidney deficiency, that area is prone to problems.

Don't be anxious — I'll introduce two Chinese medicinal herbs that can fundamentally address the problem, guiding qi and blood back to their proper course so you can easily get rid of those embarrassing issues. The two herbs are Cornus officinalis (Shan Zhuyu) and centipede (Wu Gong).

Cornus officinalis is sour and astringent, enters the liver and kidney channels, can tonify the kidney and stabilize essence, nourish yin and blood, and give the body a boost. The centipede, which enters the liver channel, is especially adept at moving about; it can expel wind and calm spasms, attack toxins and disperse nodules, and also open the collaterals to relieve pain — like a little specialist for unblocking passages.

Paired together, one tonifies while the other unblocks, working in just the right harmony. They can transform phlegm and open the collaterals, guiding qi and blood to where they should go, nourishing the ancestral sinews so lifting becomes strong, and functional disorders naturally improve. How about that — pretty simple, right? Friends in need might consider trying this little formula.