VS-C

100 VegCaps
Stock Number 937
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  • Features a proprietary blend of 10 traditional Chinese herbs in a 400mg concentrated formula.
  • Developed by Dr. Wenwei Xie based on classical Traditional Chinese Medicine formulations for immune support.
  • Designed as a “metal-enhancing” blend according to TCM principles to support lung and large intestine health.
  • Contains time-honored botanicals including dandelion, bupleurum, scute root, and Asian ginseng.
  • Convenient VegCap format can be taken up to four times daily with meals for optimal support.

About Nature’s Sunshine VS-C VegCapsules

Traditional Chinese Medicine has guided wellness practices for over two millennia, offering time-tested approaches to supporting the body’s natural balance. Nature’s Sunshine VS-C VegCapsules brings this ancient wisdom to modern wellness routines through a carefully crafted blend of 10 traditional Chinese herbs, each selected for their complementary properties in supporting immune system health.

This exclusive formula represents a unique collaboration between Nature’s Sunshine and Dr. Wenwei Xie, a respected doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine from Beijing. In the mid-1980s, Dr. Xie came to the United States as part of a research project focused on Chinese remedies for immune support. Working closely with Nature’s Sunshine, he helped develop VS-C based on classical TCM formulations that had been used for centuries to support the body’s natural defenses.

The Science Behind Metal Enhancement

According to Traditional Chinese Medicine philosophy, the body contains five distinct energies: Fire, Earth, Metal, Water, and Wood. VS-C is specifically formulated as a “metal-enhancing” blend, designed to support the organs associated with the metal element – the lungs (Fei) and large intestine (Da Chang). These organs work together in the body’s natural processes: the large intestine helps eliminate toxins and waste, while the lungs take in fresh air to nourish the blood and help remove additional toxins.

This metal-enhancing approach aims to promote what TCM practitioners describe as “connection and purity,” supporting the body’s ability to maintain optimal respiratory function and healthy elimination processes. The formula helps support the body’s natural yin-yang balance, a fundamental concept in traditional Chinese wellness philosophy.

Traditional Herbs, Modern Quality

Each 400mg proprietary blend capsule contains ten carefully selected herbs that have been valued in Traditional Chinese Medicine for their individual and synergistic properties. These include dandelion whole plant for its traditional cleansing properties, bupleurum root and scute root which have been used to support healthy inflammatory responses, and Asian ginseng root, one of the most revered adaptogenic herbs in Chinese medicine.

Nature’s Sunshine has maintained partnerships with the same trusted vendors for over 35 years, working directly with farmers in traditional Chinese communities who have cultivated these herbs for generations. These farmers practice regenerative farming methods on land their families have tended for centuries, ensuring both quality and sustainability. Multiple on-site audits verify the quality of both facilities and herbs, maintaining the highest standards from farm to finished product.

Key Ingredients

Ingredient Botanical Name Traditional Use
Dandelion Whole Plant Taraxacum mongolicum Liver support, detoxification
Bupleurum Root Bupleurum chinense Liver health, emotional balance
Scute Root Scutellaria baicalensis Antioxidant properties, respiratory support
Asian Ginseng Root Panax ginseng Energy support, adaptogenic properties
Chinese Licorice Root Glycyrrhiza uralensis Harmonizing herb, respiratory comfort

Recommended Usage

Take 1 VegCap with a meal up to four times daily. For optimal results, use consistently as part of a balanced wellness routine.

Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 VegCap
Servings Per Container: 100
Amount Per 1 VegCap Amount % Daily Value
Proprietary Blend
Dandelion Whole Plant (Taraxacum mongolicum),
Purslane Top (Portulaca oleracea), Assam Indigo
Leaf (Strobilanthes cusia), Assam Indigo Root
(Strobilanthes cusia), Thlaspi arvense Whole
Plant, Bupleurum Root (Bupleurum chinense),
Scute Root (Scutellaria baicalensis), Typhonium
Rhizome (Typhonium flagelliforme), Cassia Twig
(Cinnamomum cassia), Chinese Licorice Root
(Glycyrrhiza uralensis), Asian Ginseng Root
(Panax ginseng)
400 mg † **
† Daily Value not established.
Other Ingredients: Vegetable capsule (hypromellose, water).

Frequently Asked Questions

VS-C is exclusive to Nature’s Sunshine and was developed in collaboration with Dr. Wenwei Xie, a Traditional Chinese Medicine doctor from Beijing. It’s based on classical TCM formulations and follows the principles of “metal enhancement” to support lung and large intestine health according to traditional Chinese philosophy.

In TCM, the metal element is associated with the lungs and large intestine. A metal-enhancing formula like VS-C is designed to support these organs in their natural functions – the lungs in breathing and oxygenating the blood, and the large intestine in eliminating toxins and waste from the body.

While VS-C is made from traditional herbs, it’s always best to consult with a healthcare professional before combining supplements, especially if you’re taking medications or have specific health conditions. They can provide personalized guidance based on your individual situation.

Individual responses to herbal supplements vary. Some people may notice effects within a few days to weeks, while others may need longer periods of consistent use. Traditional Chinese Medicine emphasizes balance and gradual support rather than immediate dramatic changes.

Both contain the same traditional herbal blend, but the liquid version (VS-C Liquid) has the herbs extracted and preserved in a glycerin base for those who prefer liquid supplements. The VegCapsules offer convenience and precise dosing, while the liquid may be absorbed more quickly.

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Who is VS-C VegCapsules For?

  • Adults interested in traditional Chinese approaches to immune support
  • Those seeking respiratory system wellness and comfort
  • Individuals looking to support their body’s natural detoxification processes
  • People who want to maintain energy and overall vitality naturally
  • Anyone interested in supporting yin-yang balance through herbal nutrition

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