Latin Name: Morus alba
Origin: China
Tradition: TCM
Best For: Respiratory & Edema
Clears lung heat and promotes urination
Root bark decoction
Avoid with cold cough
Generally safe
Research Score: 70/100
Research Notes: Good traditional use for lung heat
Overview Latin Name: Gentiana scabra Origin: China Tradition: TCM Best For: Liver Health & Infections Uses Clears liver and gallbladder heat Preparation Methods Root decoction; Powder; Tincture Warnings & Side Effects Very bitter and cold; May harm digestion Drug Interactions Short-term use only Research Research Score: 70/100 Research Notes: Good traditional use for liver heat
Overview Latin Name: Citrus aurantium Origin: China Tradition: TCM Best For: Constipation & Digestion Uses Breaks up qi stagnation and promotes bowel movement Preparation Methods Immature fruit decoction; Pills Warnings & Side Effects Harsh herb; Avoid during pregnancy Drug Interactions Not for weak patients Research Research Score: 66/100 Research Notes: Moderate evidence; Harsh effects
Overview Latin Name: Atractylodes macrocephala Origin: China Tradition: TCM Best For: Digestion & Energy Uses Tonifies spleen qi and dries dampness Preparation Methods Root decoction; Powder Warnings & Side Effects May be drying Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 75/100 Research Notes: Good evidence for digestive tonic
Overview Latin Name: Fossilized bone Origin: China Tradition: TCM Best For: Anxiety & Insomnia Uses Calms spirit and anchors floating yang Preparation Methods Mineral decoction (decocted first); Powder Warnings & Side Effects Generally safe Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 67/100 Research Notes: Good traditional use for spirit calming
Overview Latin Name: Glehnia littoralis Origin: China & Korea Tradition: TCM Best For: Respiratory & Dry Conditions Uses Nourishes lung and stomach yin Preparation Methods Root decoction; Soup Warnings & Side Effects Generally safe Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 68/100 Research Notes: Good evidence for yin nourishment
Overview Latin Name: Cyperus rotundus Origin: China & Asia Tradition: TCM Best For: Women's Health & PMS Uses Regulates liver qi and menstruation Preparation Methods Rhizome decoction; Powder Warnings & Side Effects Generally safe Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 77/100 Research Notes: Good evidence for women's health