From a Western perspective, it can be helpful to think of “heat” as inflammation. Inflammation is usually helpful and part of the healing process, but when it gets over a healthy threshold, it becomes a problem and is viewed as “heat.” As in nature, heat causes expansion and in­creased activity, and this imbalance caused by too much heat can lead to irritability, fever, and inflammatory conditions. According to TCM, certain herbs can work in combination to clear the heat, support toxin removal, and restore balance to the body. Top® is made with wild mint, Chuan Xiong, Jin Yin Hua, and other targeted herbal ingredients that have been used in TCM to help clear heat, disperse wind-heat and expel wind.

Qi (pronounced “chee”) is the Chinese term for life energy, or life spirit, a vital force that flows through all living things. Qi is based on a simple principle: Any system in harmony tends toward health, well-being, and sustainability. A system in disharmony tends toward illness, disease, and collapse. Eating healthy foods is one of the first steps toward creating a healthy balance within our bodies.