What it is
Chi Shao (Red Peony) is a Traditional Chinese Medicine herb used to invigorate blood and clear heat. It is available in capsule form for adults.
Supplement · Cardiovascular
Chi Shao (Red Peony)
500 mg · vegan · gluten-free · 90 caps
hypertensionpoor-circulationhigh cholesterol heartblood vesselliver
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How it works
Red Peony root contains compounds that promote blood circulation and may help reduce inflammation. Its effects on cardiovascular markers are dose-dependent and become measurable within 4-12 weeks.
Who should take it
Adults looking to address high blood pressure, poor circulation, high cholesterol. Particularly relevant for people who prefer a targeted single ingredient and who have ruled out an underlying condition that needs medical care first.
Avoid / careful
Pregnant or nursing women without clinician oversight. People on prescription medication affecting the same pathway should consult a doctor before combining. Side effects are uncommon at recommended doses but mild GI upset can occur when starting.
When to take it
Morning
Noon
Evening
Night
How to take it
With food
Empty stomach
Before food
FAQs
Frequently asked
How long does it take to see results from Chi Shao?
Measurable cardiovascular markers typically appear within 4 to 12 weeks of consistent use.
Can Chi Shao be taken with other supplements?
Yes, it can be layered into a broader protocol, but consult a healthcare provider if you are on prescription medications.
What are the main benefits of Chi Shao?
It is primarily used for its blood-moving and heat-clearing properties, supporting cardiovascular and circulatory health.
Research
6 studies · 2010–2024
Evidence grade
ABCD
C · C · emerging-to-moderate human evidence for cardiovascular and circulatory health
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Editorial notes
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About Chi Shao (Red Peony)
Chi Shao (Red Peony) is a cardiovascular supplement used to support cardiovascular and circulatory health. Red peony root for blood-moving and heat. It is available in capsule form and dosed for adults in India and internationally. As a tcm-tradition entry in the SacredBod catalog, it is positioned as a single-ingredient option that can be used on its own or layered into a broader protocol. Chi Shao (Red Peony) works through the mechanisms characteristic of its class — see the mechanism and research sections for detail. It primarily acts on the heart, blood vessels, and effects are dose-dependent, typically becoming measurable within 4-12 weeks for measurable cardiovascular markers. Consistency matters more than dose size for this category.
Evidence
Chi Shao (Red Peony) carries an evidence grade of C in the SacredBod catalog, reflecting emerging human evidence for cardiovascular and circulatory health. Red peony root for blood-moving and heat. Benefits are cumulative rather than immediate, typically becoming noticeable within 4-12 weeks for measurable cardiovascular markers, and individual response varies.
Dosing
A typical dose is 500 mg, taken with food, usually in the morning. Start at the lower end, assess tolerance, and stay consistent; more is not automatically better.
Cautions
Pregnant or nursing women without clinician oversight. People on prescription medication affecting the same pathway should consult a doctor before combining. Side effects are uncommon at recommended doses but mild GI upset can occur when starting.
Who it’s for
Adults looking to address high blood pressure, poor circulation, high cholesterol. Particularly relevant for people who prefer a targeted single ingredient and who have ruled out an underlying condition that needs medical care first.
As part of the Cardiovascular category, Chi Shao (Red Peony) can be used on its own or layered into a broader protocol — see the Goes with panel for evidence-aligned pairings.
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