Our New Wheat-Free Emotional Ease
By Daniel J. Atchison-Nevel

Emotional Ease is one of the most widely used formulas in my practice and has long been a best seller for Orion Herbs. I originally developed Emotional Ease (my modification of Gan Mai Da Zao Tang) for when the Shen(s) becomes unstable during periods of stress and extreme emotional challenges and transitions. (See complete discussion of Emotional Ease here)  The original version of Emotional Ease has worked beautifully for many years. It does, however, include Fu Xiao Mai (wheat levis). While Emotional Ease most likely does not contain gluten or trace amounts at most an increasing number of patients with sensitivities to gluten and are unable or apprehensive to take any product with any wheat. I felt it was time to offer a new version that honors those needs without compromising the effectiveness of the formula.

I developed this wheat-free Emotional Ease, one that still effectively harmonizes the Five Shen and addresses emotional upset, albeit with an ever-so-slightly different approach.

What’s Different?

In this new version, I’ve removed the Fu Xiao Mai(wheat) and replaced its stabilizing and harmonizing function with a higher ratio of Fu Shen. At this new, higher percentage, Emotional Ease continues  to effectively nourish the  quiet and root the Shen(s)

Additionally, I added Yuan Zhi (Polygala) a small but potent addition that pacifies the heart and calms the Shen(s), relaxes the body and helps with clarity and focus during times of stress.

What Remains the Same?

Everything else! You’ll still find He Huan Pi and He Huan Hua calming the Shen(s), relieving constraint, and promoting happiness. 

The sweet flavor of Gan Cao and Hong Zao will continue to nourish the Spleen* and Heart* while supporting and harmonizing the center.

Of course, the overall agenda remains unchanged, and Emotional Ease V2 remains a potent blend for these stressful and uncertain times.  

When Do I Use This Version?

• Of course, I use this version when a patient is gluten-sensitive or wary of taking herbs with wheat. 

• I have also found this version works better for people who have issues with focusing during periods of high stress.

You can use this formula as you would the original. Daily for support, acutely for emotional challenges, or as a sleep aid when the emotions won’t rest. It’s gentle, dependable, and easy to dose.