Customer Reviews
This Chinese herbal supplement is easy to take in capsules and works for what it is intended. The formula is not as concise and personalized as if you had gone to a Chinese herbal doctor, but it definitely gets the job done.
This particular blend of herbs (or very similar formulations) has been used for a very long time by Chinese practitioners and as I have appreciated the products from this company previously, I figured I would give it a try for digestion issues. I have definitely felt like my digestion has been better and I have had much less bloating since starting this formula. The capsules are easy to take and are a natural and vegan formula, which is important to me. They do have a strong scent to them, but somewhat pleasant in an herbal way and they do not leave any aftertaste that I have experienced.My one gripe is that the recommended serving size is two capsules, three times a day (six a day total). In a 90-capsule bottle, this gives you 15 days of dosage, not the 45 servings that it specifically claims in the listing. I have noted this to be an issue with this particular company. They do not make it clear upfront that their quoted serving size is in regard to one single dose a day, not the three times a day dose that seems to be recommended on the actual bottle for most of their products. I did dock a star for this, as I feel transparency is important and this makes the value of the supplement much less when you are getting only 1/3 of the number of days out of it that you anticipate for the price when purchasing. Overall, I do really appreciate the formulations that I have tried from this company, and I do hope that they become a bit more upfront in their listings as to how many *actual* daily servings that you can actually expect from a bottle.
Health Concerns Six Gentlemen is a thoughtfully formulated herbal supplement for those who want a capsule-based version of a long-used Chinese digestive support blend. While experiences will vary, the product delivers a traditional formula in a modern, convenient form from a brand known for quality herbal supplements.This supplement is a modern capsule version of a classic traditional Chinese herbal formula known as Xiang Sha Liu Jun Zi Tang, often referred to as "Six Gentlemen." Each serving (2 capsules) delivers 1,349 mg of a proprietary blend that includes codonopsis root, bai-zhu atractylodes, ginger, licorice root, tangerine peel, and cardamom, among others. These ingredients have long histories of use in traditional formulas for digestive support.One of the strengths of this product is that it’s produced by Health Concerns, a brand that emphasizes combining “modern research with ancient wisdom.” They tend to focus on bringing traditional Chinese formulas into capsule form for ease of use, which can be a big advantage for those who don’t want to prepare herbal teas or decoctions.
I’ve been taking Health Concerns Six Gentlemen for a few weeks to help with occasional bloating and general digestive comfort and it’s been surprisingly effective. The formula blends licorice root, ginger, and codonopsis, which makes it feel traditional and holistic rather than harsh or overly strong. The capsules are easy to swallow and haven’t upset my stomach, which is always a concern with herbal supplements. They also don't have any odd smells or flavor. I’ve noticed less bloating and discomfort after meals and my digestion feels smoother overall. It’s subtle, not an instant fix, but consistent use seems to help maintain balance and gut health.For folks looking for a gentle natural approach to digestive support and Qi balance, this seems like a premium, thoughtfully formulated option.
It’s hard to review supplements because I’m never really sure they are working…or not working. Since I’ve started taking these I have felt regular, which can be a challenge for me. But before I was taking these I was also feeling pretty regular at the moment. For me it can change with diet, water intake and maybe the weather. I’m giving these the benefit of the doubt. They are easy to take as they are gelcaps. Serving size is 2. They are a bit more pricey than regular stool softeners and such but they are a completely different, gentle herbal product. So far I like them. They most definitely haven’t caused any stomach cramping or ill effects.
