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Exploring the Balance of Harvest and Fall through the Teachings of Classical Chinese Medicine As we approach the 2024 Fall Equinox, it’s clear we’re living in a time of significant societal change. Themes like unity, collaboration, and sharing feel more important than ever. We can turn to the teachings and practices of Classical Chinese Medicine (CCM) for guidance, as the equinox represents more than just a day when light and dark are equal—it symbolizes balance, a harmonious dance between y …

Changes and Updates at RAW Forest Foods: Temporary Hiatus on Select ProductsAt RAW Forest Foods, our commitment to delivering the highest quality products is unwavering. We believe in constantly evolving and enhancing our products to meet the exacting standards of our valued customers. With this dedication in mind, we have decided to temporarily place a select few of our products on hiatus. This decision allows us to focus on refining our extraction processes and formulations, ensuring that we b …

The Three Colors of Tongkat Ali Tongkat Ali, also known as Pasak Bumi or Longjack, is a revered traditional herbal medicine from Southeast Asia. This plant, scientifically named Eurycoma longifolia Jack, is renowned for its various therapeutic benefits, primarily derived from the light-colored bark of its roots. With its growing popularity, the misidentification and mislabeling of other plants as Tongkat Ali have become common. This article aims to educate readers on the importance of correc …

How Excessive Heat, Dampness, and Stimulation Are Impacting Health and Vitality Within Chinese Medicine, the balance and flow of qi (vital energy; qì; 气) and the preservation of yuan qi (original qi; yuán qì; 元气) and jing (essence; jīng; 精) are fundamental to maintaining health and vitality. Maintaining, preserving, and even restoring these fundamental reserves is a daily practice, and paramount to that is understanding how the choices we make on a daily basis—from lifestyle to diet—impact the …

The Ephemeral Qi; the Substantial Qi Qi is not an abstraction. It is not esoteric nor strictly the material of mystics. While in the US and other Western countries we imbue qi with a deep sense of other-worldliness, steeped in new age mythology, qi is actually just a simple, almost colloquial way to describe energy. In traditional Chinese, for instance, the word weather is written as 天氣 (tiān qi). To be angry is to have rising qi (dú qì). Qi is quite simply—and completely complicated—energy. …

Unlocking the Full Potential of Pine PollenDiscover Forest Aurum Pine Pollen Nectar TinctureAt RAW Forest Foods, we believe in expanding the possibilities of herbalism, traditional wisdom, and botanical wellness. Our newest addition to the Mountain Harvest Pine Pollen™ line, Forest Aurum Pine Pollen Nectar Tincture, embodies this philosophy. It is an ultra-pure, ultra-potent tincture that captures the essence of Pine Pollen’s phytoandrogenic and proandrogenic vitality. More than an enhance …

Tongkat Ali: A Beacon of Authenticity in the World of Herbal Medicine In our quest to recover our health, wellness, and vitality, the traditional herb Tongkat Ali (Eurycoma longifolia), also known as Pasak Bumi or Longjack, emerges as a testament to the power of authentic herbal medicine. Celebrated for its remarkable health-enhancing properties, Tongkat Ali's journey from the rich biodiversity of Southeast Asia to the forefront of phytotherapeutic practices is a story of tradition, scientific …

Unlocking the Intricacies of Stacking, Combining, and Cycling Herbs and Products for Optimum Benefits At RAW Forest Foods, our commitment to herbal medicine is reflected in our development of sophisticated product stacks and cycles. This practice involves strategically combining adaptogenic and tonic herbs, such as Pine Pollen and other pro-androgenic herbs, to maximize their collective health benefits. Here's a deeper look into how this works and why it’s beneficial. Understanding …

Exploring the Complex Interplay of Estradiol and Androgens in Male Sexual HealthBeyond the Shadows of TestosteroneOriginally published on March 3rd, 2017. Updated on October 30th, 2023. In the intricate realm of male urological health, the pivotal role of estradiol in male sexual well-being often remains in the shadows of its androgenic counterpart, testosterone. To achieve a comprehensive understanding, we must recognize the profound significance of estrogens, particularly estradiol. This a …

All Hallows Evening: Celebrating Growth, Death, Renewal, and the Mystical Cycles Eleven Cauldron Flavors The Witches' Qi Elixir As the moonlight bathes the Earth during the last Full Moon in the Virgo Zodiac—falling between August 22nd and September 22nd, or alternatively, between August 17th and September 17th—we embark on an ethereal journey into the realm of "Eleven Cauldron Flavors." This ancient and enigmatic elixir mirrors profound themes of growth, death, and renewal. …