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The season of Spring-Liver-Wood is a time of release and replenishment- it is the optimal season for cleansing (particularly the Liver Gallbladder organ system) and eliminating the accumulation of toxicities we've allowed to edge their way into our lives.

Today Mason chats with best-selling author and renowned expert on Chinese medicine/philosophy and Taoist longevity- Daniel Reid, about Taoist protocols for the prevention and treatment of toxic buildup and why he considers stress to be the most dangerous toxin for our health.

The idea of detoxing for many feels like such a complex daunting task- that unless we outsource to be led by an expert or attend a retreat, it rarely (if ever) happens. However, as Daniel explains in today's episode, detoxing can be tailored to the needs of your lifestyle, and the ancient Taoists had many simple protocols for treating and eliminating toxins from the body daily.

Daniel speaks to the dangers of high-stress lifestyles, the body's ability to automatically 'self cleanse' when in the parasympathetic nervous system (rest and relax mode), and why the organs of elimination can't function when in a state of 'fight or flight'-which for many people this is a constant state. Daniel explains the best breathwork practices for cleaning out the accumulation of toxicity and practices to help support emotions and toxic thoughts that need to be released when cleansing.

Daniel and Mason:

-Colonic irrigation.

-Fasting protocols.

-Intermittent fasting.

-Herbs for detoxing.

-Environmental toxins.

-The art of Chinese Tea.

-Qi Gong for toxin elimination.

-Toxic emotions stored in the organs.

-Breathing exercizes to alkalise the body.

-Taoist herbal formulas to eliminate toxins.

-How to get the body into an Alkaline state.

-Breathing- learn how to use your diaphragm.

-How to treat the buildup of toxins within the body.

-Supporting the emotions that arise when cleansing.

-Combatting 5G and wifi through the parasympathetic nervous system.

Resource guide

Dan Reid website

The Tao of Health, Sex and Longevity - Daniel Reid

Shots From the Hip. Sex, Drugs, and The Tao - Daniel Reid

Memoir Energy, Light, and Luminous Space - Daniel Reid Memoir

Mentioned in this episode

Otto Warburg

Oolong Tea.org

Eden Organics Idf#1

Eden Organics Idf#2

The Art and Alchemy of Chinese Tea - Daniel Reid

The Tao of Detox: The Secrets of Yang-Sheng Dao by Daniel Reid

Tonics for Spring / Liver Wood:

MSM

Schisandra

I AM GAIA

BEAUTY BLEND

Deer Antler Velvet

Check Out The Transcript Here:

https://www.superfeast.com.au/blogs/articles/dan-reid-ep-178-detox

Today, in conversation with Sophia, Mason speaks to the subject of brain health, touching on the western perspective and expanding into the more holistic and conceptual Taoist lens- a perspective more geared towards long-term brain health.

The modern mind certainly has to work for its peace and solitude. Pervasive technology, busy schedules, high-stress lifestyles and poor sleep habits put the average brain under substantial pressure. Which poses the question- What are you doing to protect and cultivate the health of your brain long-term? What are your desires and intentions for long-term brain health?

In this episode, you will learn about nootropic herbs for brain health, how SuperFeast's potent neural nectar blend protects and upgrades mental acuity and why brain health is ultimately a result of full-body harmony and healthy flowing Qi through the organ systems.

Mason and Sophia discuss:

-The Dantiens.

-The Three Brains.

-What is a nootropic?

-The blood brain barrier.

-The six extraordinary organs.

-The function of The Sea of Marrow.

-What's your brain health intention?

-The Brain and the Kidney connection.

-The best herbs for long-term brain health.

-The SuperFeast Brain Bundle-how to use it.

-How Jing herbs improve brain health and Intelligence.

-Neural Nectar contraindications and considerations.

-Mason's personal story behind creating the Neural Nectar blend.

-Why the QI Blend and Neural Nectar Blend work so well together.

Resource guide

Sophia's Instagram

Mason's Instagram

SuperFeast Instagram

Mentioned in this episode

Heartmath Institute

Brain Tonics:

QI Blend

JING Blend

Lion's Mane

Neural Nectar

Brain Gains Bundle

Relevant Articles:

Nootropics- What Are They? (article)

Neural Nectar and Its Incredible Nootropic Benefits (article)

The Taoist Brains: Who Are The Tao & What Is Their Philosophy?

Relevant Podcasts:

Brain Optimisation and Neurodegeneration with Jo Grabyn (EP#09)

Superior Di Dao Sourcing From China with Mason Taylor (EP#162)

Check Out The Transcript Here:

https://www.superfeast.com.au/blogs/articles/ep-177-brain-podcast-mason-in-conversation-with-sophia

Sleep- a naturally recurring altered state of consciousness in which all our vital systems get restored, and our psyche unfurls. The timing of our sleep depends on hormonal signals from the circadian clock- the circadian clock synchronises with solar time (light). Naturally, when our circadian clock shifts out of rhythm-sleep quality and overall vitality will be affected. However, as we will learn in today's episode with Australia's leading sleep expert Olivia Arezzolo- it is also the psychology and somatics of sleep that cradle sleep issues and disorders into existence.

The subject of sleep from the Tao is something that weaves its way into many conversations on the podcast- last year Mason recorded a brilliant episode with Qi practitioner Jost Sauer, The Importance of Sleep For Healthy Hun and Qi. Today, sleep expert Olivia Arezzolo moves beyond the top-line sleep supports (no blue light/devices before bed, magnesium, diet, dark room, routine etc.) to the deeper elements at play causing havoc with people's rest. We're talking about the stories and beliefs that exist around sleep- "I'm a light sleeper", "I've always been a bad sleeper", "I've just got too much on at the moment", "I can't sleep because I'm stressed".

Olivia's repertoire of studies is one of the things that make her approach to guiding people to better sleep so successful. With studies in psychology, sleep psychology, personal development, nutrition, and fitness- her guidance to better sleep is a symbiotic combination of all these elements. Her coaching and programmes provide people with a step-by-step guide to long-term healthy sleep practices that work.

Within Olivia's work, there is a distinct consideration for the Yin and the Yang- an integration of practical sleep support tools and the assertion of more complex psychological factors that sabotage sleep.

Olivia discusses the three chronotypes of sleep that most people fit into, which she has also written a book about (Bear, Lion, Wolf). Olivia explains how the chronotypes reflect one's inherent circadian rhythm preference, and through knowing our 'Sleep type'- the path to better sound sleep will become one of less resistance.

Tune in, and scroll down for lots of beautiful resources Olivia offers on her website, including the chronotype quiz- where you can discover and learn more about your sleep type.

In this episode Olivia and Mason discuss:

-Sleep anxiety.

-Sleep saboteurs.

-Sleep psychology.

-Sleep chronotypes.

-Sleep support tools.

-Why sleep guidance/coaching?

-Personal development for sleep.

-Embracing the Yin for better sleep.

-Being fluid within our sleep structure.

-Basic (fundamental) supporters of sleep.

-Living in alignment with the Dao for sound sleep.

-Sleep strategies that are accessible for everyone.

-How lack of sleep affects our hormones and health.

-CBTI therapy (cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia)

Resource guide

Olivia's website

Chronotype quiz

Olivia's Sleep Kit

Olivia's Instagram

Bear, Lion or Wolf- Book

email: [email protected]

Tonics:

Reishi

Ashwagandha

Ashwagandha capsules

Sweet Dreams Bundle

Relevant Articles:

Sleep: Our Top10 Tips (article)

Sleepy Ashwagandha Milk (recipe)

The Amazing Benefits of Adaptogen Ashwagandha

Relevant Podcasts:

Reishi, Mushroom of Immortality with Dan Sipple (EP#08)

The Importance of Sleep For Healthy Hun and Qi with Jost Sauer (EP#102)

Check Out The Transcript Here:

https://www.superfeast.com.au/blogs/articles/ep-176-sleep-podcast-with-olivia-arezzolo

On the podcast today, we travel beyond the system of tonic herbalism through the gateway of philosophy to explore the revered wisdom teachings that underpin Taoism: A nature-based way of living that ultimately seeks to cultivate harmony within the mind and body.

Many people desire a sense of harmony to be resolved within their life and restored within themselves. But how do we bring ourselves back to centre when the Ying and The Yang are out of balance? Today, Mason delves into the Taoist teachings of The Six Thieves (the eyes, ears, nose, tongue, body, and mind), The Seven emotions, Seven Injuries, and Ten Weaknesses; Teachings laid out by the Immortals to support the intention of harmony and guide us out of excessiveness. Mason discusses the beautiful anchorage of a foundational Yin/Yang lifestyle, when cravings and desires lead to excess, how a healthy flowing liver and strong heart will keep us out of excessiveness, and why women and men are most centred when following the rhythms of the moon and Qi cycles.

Mason discusses:

-What are The Six Thieves?

-The Seven Emotions and Injuries.

-What are The Ten Weaknesses?

-How the Six Thieves steal our Jing/Qi/Shen.

-Why the 24 hour Qi cycle is essential for men.

-The Yin Yang foundation of a woman's moon cycle.

-Why we thrive with a Yin/Yang foundational lifestyle.

-Moving from cravings/desires to intention/perception.

-The relationships between the seven emotions seven injuries.

Resource guide

Mason's Instagram

SuperFeast Instagram

Cultivating Stillness book- Eva Wong

Qi Health Cycle poster - Jost Sauer

Beauty Tonics:

Tremella

QI BLEND

Schisandra

BEAUTY BLEND

I AM GAIA BLEND.

Radiant Skin Bundle

Relevant Articles:

The Three Treasures (Jing, Qi and Shen)

The Taoist Brains: Who Are The Tao and What Is There Philosophy?

Relevant Podcasts:

Yin Yang Wuxing For Inner Harmony with Rhonda Chang (EP#89)

The Wu Shen and Alchemy Vs Ascension with Stephanie Nosco (EP#123)

Check Out The Transcript Here:

https://www.superfeast.com.au/blogs/articles/excessiveness-and-the-six-thieves

"This is probably the first time we've talked about the San Jiao meridian- the invisible Yang Organ System. The San Jiao is responsible for the transportation of fluids through the body. It's responsible for the functional relationship between various Organs involved with fluid metabolism and metabolism in general. It's between the Lungs, Spleen, Kidneys, Small Intestine, and Bladder, and it's paired with the pericardium. It helps the body transport lymphatic fluid and prevents toxic build up". - Mason Taylor

Today on the podcast, we're taking a moment to observe and acknowledge the ancient healing tradition of Gua Sha. A healing technique that spans ages and cultures, bridging the gap between the practitioner's office and the home through direct engagement with the physicality of our bodies.

Mason runs through the specific techniques and details of using the SuperFeast Bian stone Yin/Yang Gua Sha tools- how to engage, use them safely and feel connected to this ancient wisdom and ancient lore. Mason explains the function of eliminating internal heat and stagnation through the gentle scraping of the Gua Sha tool, supporting and assisting the movement of lymphatic fluids through the San Jiao meridian system.

The Gua Sha tool offers profound benefits when incorporated into a daily facial-beauty routine, offering lasting radiance and buoyancy to the skin. But it is far more than just an elegant beauty tool for the face- it is a safe and gentle way of moving Qi around the body and preventing disease in our daily lives.

"The San Jiao meridian is the regulatory capacity for the body to move between the lower dantian, the middle dantian, the upper dantian, and the three burners-the three centres. And when they're in sync, you're connecting the Three Treasures, the Jing, the Qi, and the Shen. Everything's being regulated, harmonised, and connected, and the waters are moving on".

- Mason Taylor

Mason discusses:

-Facial Gua Sha for detox.

-Why Bian Stone for Gua Sha?

-Chi Nei Tsang organ massage.

-Immune function and Gua Sha.

-How long do we use Gua sha for?

-Gua Sha and the lymphatic sytem.

-Gua Sha and the meridian systems.

-San Jiao- the invisible Yang organ system.

-How to use SuperFeasts Yin Yang Gua Sha tools.

-The distinction between facial Gua Sha and body Gua Sha.

-Gua Sha and the distribution of Qi through the Gallbladder.

-Why the San Jiao meridian system is essential for detoxification.

-Stagnation-an indication of disease and disharmony within organ systems.

Resource guide

Guest

Mason's Instagram

SuperFeast Instagram

Mentioned in this episode

Movement Monk

SuperFeast Gua Sha Bundle

SuperFeast Yin Gua Sha Tool

SuperFeast Yang Gua Sha Tool

Chi Nei Tsang massage (Mantak Chia)

Beauty Tonics

Tremella

QI BLEND

Schisandra

BEAUTY BLEND

I AM GAIA BLEND.

Radiant Skin Bundle

Relevant Articles:

Schisandra and Detox Go Hand in Hand

Detoxification Guide - A look At The Body's Detox channels

Relevant Podcasts:

Healing Heat: Infared Saunas with Sebastian Mierau (EP#84)

Check Out The Transcript Here:

https://www.superfeast.com.au/blogs/articles/gua-sha-mason-ep-174

Today on the podcast, we're talking about Beauty-in particular, beauty as it is understood and pursued through the Taoist lens.

The Taoist embodiment of beauty could simply be summed up through the understanding that internal harmony is the key to external radiant beauty, and the preservation of youth. As within, so without. Our radiance- the quality of our skin, hair, eyes, nails, and how we hold ourselves physically, is an insightful indicator of our internal organ health.

But what are the elements of this internal harmony that deliver sparkly eyes, healthy skin, glowing Shen, animated Qi, and well cultivated Jing?

In conversation with Sophia, Mason discusses the ancient practices, tonic herbs, and Taoist wisdom available to us in our pursuit of beauty through the many seasons of life. Rather than forming an unhealthy, unrealistic, obsessive relationship with beauty- this ancient ark of knowledge passed down from the Taoist immortals will keep us in an embodied, balanced, holistic pursuit of beauty- one that supports the cultivation of us evolving into graceful, wise, Shen-filled elders.

Mason also goes through the beauty-focused, single tonic herbs and tonic blends within the SuperFeast range- explaining why we love to use them and how they deliver external radiant beauty; from within.

This conversation is a beautiful Yin/Yang dialogue between Sophia and Mason, with many pearls of beauty-wisdom, both practical and esoteric. Make sure you scroll down to see the many topics discussed in this episode.

"As we go along, we need this barometer to ensure the body is being preserved enough. Do we have enough juice, enough sexual juices- enough Yin essence to ensure we can go through these graduation cycles and evolve into truly beautiful elders"?

- Mason Taylor

Mason and Sophia discuss:

- Ageless beauty.

- Blood and beauty

- Spleen and beauty.

- Fertility and beauty.

- Shen is radiant beauty.

- Preservation of Yin Jing.

- Schisandra for hair health.

- Beauty and Shen development.

- Herbs that regulate the Liver system.

- The preservation of health as beauty.

- Signs that your youth/health is deteriorating.

- Lung function, Qi cultivation and beautiful skin.

- Chi Nei Tsang for healthy organs and radiant beauty.

- SuperFeast herbs that support the embodiment of beauty.

- Why the Liver health is a critical key to embodying beauty.

Resource guide

Guest:

Mason's Instagram

SuperFeast Instagram

Jost Sauer Organ Wheel poster

Stephen Harrod Buhner Books

Beauty Tonics:

Tremella

QI BLEND

Schisandra

BEAUTY BLEND

I AM GAIA BLEND.

Radiant Skin Bundle

Relevant Articles:

Schisandra And Detox Go Hand In Hand

BEAUTY BLEND: It's Amazing Health Benefits

The Incredible Health Benefits Of Tremella Mushroom

Relevant Podcasts:

The Ancient Daoist Beauty Tonics with Mason Taylor (EP#29)

Deconstructing The Beauty Industry with Jessica DeFino (EP#152)

Natural Beauty; Holistic Self Care and Dental Care with Nadine Artemis (EP#101)

Check Out The Transcript Here:

https://www.superfeast.com.au/blogs/articles/beauty-taoism-mason-ep-173

As we enter the last month of Winter here in the Southern Hemisphere, it's very tempting to daydream about the sweet Spring air and warmer weather that awaits us. However, as we will learn in today's Winter podcast, this last month of Winter is critical to how we show up in Spring, Summer, and beyond. So as much as you can- REST, sleep, nurture and nourish yourself in these last days before spring arrives...

Reflection, restoration, rest- through these Winter practices, we are able to access the wisdom of the Kidneys and the cultivation of Jing that will sustain us through Spring, the peak of Summer, and beyond.

Today on the podcast, Tahnee and Mason share the practices, Kidney herbs, and Taoist wisdom of Winter/ Water time in a way that calls us to reflect and ask ourselves- Are we getting enough rest? If we observe the health of the collective during our current Winter season, the answer points to no. Tahnee dives deep into the energy of the Kidneys- explaining why rest/sleep in these cooler water cultivating months is critical to our vitality in every season.

Mason speaks to the Kidneys relationship with fear- when it's useful- when it's destructive, and how when we surrender to the stillness and darkness this season grants us, there is an opportunity for profound transformation- spiritually-mentally-physically.

This conversation comes at a most significant time, bringing up the much broader and ubiquitous question of sustainability. How sustainable are the lifestyles we live- and at what cost do they come to our health?

"I'm sleeping until seven most mornings, and I'm really feeling this deep nourishment from sleep at the moment. Obviously, we have a business and children, so naturally, we still end up burning the candle. But how many of us push through winter not getting that hibernation time, that deep rest of restoration in the Qi and the Organs? Then we get sick, and then we're suddenly crook all the time. It's like this because- as a culture, we keep the momentum going all year round. We don't have this time of acknowledging and making sacred the rest and the sleep that we require".

-Tahnee Taylor

Mason and Tahnee discuss:

-Qi Gong

-Jing energy

-Qi cultivation

-The organ wheel

-Fear and the Kidneys.

-Yin Yang Kidney herbs.

-Why we need rest in Winter.

-Herbs and foods for Winter.

-Transforming fear into wisdom.

-The Heart and Kidney meridians.

-The esoteric nature of the Kidneys.

-Balancing our Yin and Yang energy.

-The Water element and the Kidneys.

-Why we need sleep to cultivate Jing.

-Why we protect ourselves against the cold.

-Practices and meditations to support us through Winter.

-What the menstrual flow says about our Jing/Kidney essence.

Resource guide

Tahnee's website

Tahnee's Instagram

Mason's Instagram

SuperFeast Instagram

Jost Sauer Qi cycle poster

Yoga Nidra: Divine Sleep Yoga Nidra

The Yellow Emperor's Classic of Medicine- a new translation of the Neijing.

Tonics:

JING blend

Cordyceps

Deer Antler

Eucommia Bark

Three Treasures bundle

Relevant Articles:

Jing: What Is It? How To Cultivate It.

Adrenals and Kidney Health- Breathing and Movement.

Relevant Podcasts:

Adrenal Fatigue and Reapir with Dan and Sage (EP#170)

Water Element and Winter Food Therapy with Kimberly Ashton (EP#168)

The Importance Of Sleep For Healthy Hun and Qi with Jost Sauer (EP#102)

Check Out The Transcript Here:

https://www.superfeast.com.au/blogs/articles/winter-rest-tahnee-mason-ep-172

Today is the first of many podcasts to come, where we take a monograph-style deep dive into herbs and blends within the SuperFeast apothecary. Being 30 days of JING- and being our star foundation blend, it felt fitting to start with the JING blend.

In dialogue with Sophia- a long-time SuperFeast team member, stellar human being, and herb educator, Mason discusses the process of developing the JING blend, its beautiful balance of Yin/Yang herbs, and why it's an essential foundational blend for most people. We use the term foundational because the JING blend specifically focuses on servicing blood, core energy, libido, bones, marrow, longevity, brain capacity, youthfulness, buoyancy, and general hormonal regulation. In short, it's the blend to go to when you start to feel exhaustion and fatigue settling within your system.

In this episode, Mason talks in depth about Jing essence- the driving force, resilience, and momentum that allows us to meet life with optimal capacity and stay grounded through the most challenging and animated times. As with everything we do at SuperFeast, the intention of evolving towards elderhood with grace and ease is bound to our Jing essence- our ability to cultivate, store and use it wisely.

Mason goes through the individual herbs within the JING blend detailing their herbal actions, why he incorporated them in the blend, and the organ systems they tonify and work through. It's one thing to take a herb/blend and see results as they permeate through the body- but to understand the herbal actions and grasp how they work within your system- while feeling that action and seeing results takes healing to another level. Mason also weaves in a few of the mystical lore-based Classical Chinese Medicine stories behind some of the individual herbs, taking us back to the magical roots of this revered ancient herbal system.

Mason and Sophia discuss:

-Jing, Qi and Shen.

-Jing and Lung function.

-Jing and Spleen function.

-Jing and Kidney function

-Prenatal and postnatal Jing.

-Herbal actions of the JING blend.

-Signs of Jing depletion within the body.

-Why JING blend is great for menopause.

-How JING blend stops premature ageing.

-When to incorporate JING blend into your life.

-JING testimonials that have transformed lives.

-How the JING blend services the Kidneys and Lungs.

-Sourcing regions and Di Dao for each of the herbs in JING blend.

-JING blend; a great grounding-introductory product to the SuperFeast range.

Check Out The Transcript Here:

https://www.superfeast.com.au/blogs/articles/jing-with-mason-ep-172

Are you living a life of excess? Do you feel like your battery pack is running on empty; and in constant need of a recharge? It may be time to check in with your Adrenal Glands (aka. Adrenals) and see how they're holding up.

We're just over halfway through 30 days of JING- the month where we give our Adrenals and Kidneys the nourishment and recharge they deserve. Today on the podcast, we're bringing one of favourite recordings out of the SuperFeast catalogue to keep you inspired and aligned for the remaining weeks of 30 Days of Jing and beyond.

Mason, naturopath Dan Sipple, and herbalist Sage Dammers go deep in delivering vital knowledge on Adrenal health, Adrenal fatigue, and why these relatively tiny glands that are the powerhouse of the endocrine system play such a critical role in our day-to-day function.

Each of them bringing their own unique wisdom and expertise to the conversation, Mason, Dan, and Sage lay out the foundations of Adrenal health, how they function, their role within the endocrine system, how they become fatigued, and the chronic illness that can set in when the symptoms of fatigue get ignored.

A massive part of this conversation is dedicated to herbs/supplements that support Adrenal gland function, how gut health supports our Endocrine system and how to revitalise the Adrenals and get them back functioning optimally after fatigue.

Dan, Sage and Mason discuss:

-Adrenal Fatigue.

-Addison's disease.

-The Endocrine System.

-The role of the Adrenals.

-Inflammation leaks Jing.

-Mitochondrial dysfunction.

-Symptoms of Adrenal Fatigue.

-Adaptogens for Adrenal Fatigue.

-How trauma affects the Adrenals.

-Neurofeedback sessions for trauma

-The emotion of fear and the Kidneys.

-Chronic stress and cortisol secretion.

-Herbs and Supplements for Adrenal Fatigue.

-How gut health affects the Endocrine System.

-Hormone production and the Endocrine System.

Foods For Adrenal Fatigue

Root vegetables, clean starches, good quality sea salt, sweet potatoes, your taros, quinoa, buckwheat, black rice, black olives, black sesame seeds and oil, tamari or soya sauce, miso, capers, sea vegetables, jujube dates, blackberries, black beans, kidney beans, black tahini, mushrooms, seaweeds, dark kale.

Herbs that Support Adrenal Health:

JING blend

QI blend

SHEN blend

Cordyceps

Deer Antler

Ashwaghanda

Eucommia Bark

Schisandra

Who is Dan Sipple?

Dan Sipple also known as The Functional Naturopath is based on the south coast of NSW and has a special interest in gut health, immune dysfunction, pro-metabolic health, mineral rebalancing & hormones.

Dan has been in the health and wellness arena for over a decade and blends traditional herbal medicine systems and knowledge with cutting-edge functional and integrative testing to best facilitate a patient's journey to peak wellness.

Who is Sage Dammers?

Fuelled by a passionate desire to help people live the ultimate life and create a better world, Sage studied raw and superfood nutrition and traditional herbal systems, especially Taoist tonic herbalism. He has worked with and trained under the world's leading master herbalists and nutrition and longevity experts in Costa Rica, Australia, Bali, China, and America. Sage has developed products internationally and given lectures on peak performance nutrition in Australia, Bali, America, and France. His years of experience in this unique arena have allowed him to cultivate an unparalleled combination of cutting edge nutritional and culinary expertise. Sage has started tonic elixir bars in 5 star luxury hotels in Paris and Sydney serving longevity elixirs disguised as gourmet treats, introducing the novel concept of healthy indulgences to the market of world travellers.

Resource guide

Dan Website

Dan Instagram

Sage's website

Sage's Instagram

Mantak Chia

Clearlight Infrared Saunas

Benny Fergusson- The movement monk

Check Out The Transcript Here:

https://www.superfeast.com.au/blogs/articles/adrenal-fatigue-ep-170

Here at SuperFeast, we take great pride in the quality of our superior tonic herbs and medicinal mushrooms. We follow Di Dao philosophy and do our best to empower and educate you, our community on this ancient form of Chinese medicine sourcing that delivers the highest quality herbs and mushrooms imbued with integrity and powerful healing properties.

New to SuperFeast or not, chances are at some point on your tonic herbal journey to health sovereignty you have wondered one or some of the following questions:

-Which blend/formula is best for me?

-What is the intention of each formula?

-How many single herbs can i take at one time?

-How many SuperFeast blends can i take at once?

-Which bundle should I get at this point in my health journey?

In today's podcast episode Mason brings clarity to all these questions as well as breaking down the combining of herbs in tonic herbalism and the usage of single herbs within the context of Taoist tonic herbalism so you can feel empowered when integrating SuperFeast single herbs into your lifestyle and diet.

Mason brings in some contextualisation around the different grades and classifications of tonic herbs, why SuperFeast chooses to use the safe superior tonic herbs (and not any major dangerous herbs), and the difference between taking practitioner level single herbs and classical/traditional Chinese medical system single herbs. There is a big difference, and both have their place.

There is a place for advanced clinical herbalist specialisation to treat specific symptomology and advanced disease states, and there is a place for individuals having their own decentralised tonic herbal engagement underpinned by an intention of proactive, sovereign, glowing health. Plants and herbs are for the people and tonic herbalism is there for all of us to engage with on different levels.

Mason dives deep into the intentions behind each SuperFeast bundle as well as explaining the layered nuance when creating tonic herbal formulas that are both good for the general population and support a specific system within the body.

Mason discusses:

-Combining herbs.

-Herbal formulations.

-Taking single herbs.

-Advanced herbalism.

-How to take the herbs.

-Formulation in tonic herbalism.

-What are superior tonic herbs?

-Major, minor and supportive herbs.

-Biophilia activations with single herbs.

-The combining of herbs in tonic herbalism.

-The classification and safety rating of herbs.

-The purpose and intent of each SuperFeast bundle.

-The distinction between clinical and tonic herbalism.

Resource guide

Guest:

Mason's Instagram

SuperFeast Instagram

Tonics:

SuperFeast Blends

SuperFeast Bundles

SuperFeast Tonic Herbs

Relevant Articles:

Tonic Herbs, What Are They? Everything You Need To Know.

Medicinal Mushrooms: The 8 Most Powerful and Potent Mushrooms

Relevant Podcasts:

Yin Yang Wuxing For Inner Harmony with Rhonda Chang (EP#89)

Entering The Imaginal Realms with Stephen Harrod Buhner (EP#88)

Herbalism: The People's Medicine with Erin Lovell Verinder (EP#141)

Preserving Classical Chinese Medicine with Dr. Simon Feeney (EP#127)

The Science and Spirit of Herbal Medicine with Sajah Popham (EP#109)

Relevant Books

Plants For The People Book- Erin Lovell Verinder

The Lost Language Of Plants- Stephen Harrod Buhner

The Secret Teachings Of Plants- Stephen Harrod Buhner

Plant Intelligence And The Imaginal Realms- Stephen Harrod Buhner

The Ancient Wisdom of Chinese Tonic Herbs- Ron Teeguarden book

Check Out The Transcript Here:

https://www.superfeast.com.au/blogs/articles/herb-combining-and-bundles