EMS/Cushings Bundle

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, both PPID (Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction, or Cushing’s) and EMS (Equine Metabolic Syndrome) — with their insulin dysregulation, abnormal fat storage, and high risk of laminitis — are seen as signs of deeper, systemic disharmony. These conditions share overlapping patterns of imbalance involving the Kidneys, Spleen, and Liver. In TCM, the thyroid and pituitary glands aren’t viewed as isolated organs. They’re part of a complex hormonal and energetic network that includes the Kidneys, Spleen, Liver, and Heart. The Kidneys govern the endocrine system, influencing metabolism, temperature regulation, and energy. The Liver ensures the smooth flow of Qi, but stress, frustration, or long-term stagnation can create heat or blockages that disrupt this flow. The Spleen is responsible for digestion and fluid metabolism, and when it’s weak, dampness can develop — leading to puffiness, swelling, nodules, and sluggish metabolism. Phlegm and blood stagnation can