Latin Name: Tetradium ruticarpum
Origin: China
Tradition: TCM
Best For: Headaches & Digestion
Warms middle and liver; descends rebellious qi
Fruit decoction; Pills
Very hot; Avoid in heat conditions or yin deficiency
May cause dry mouth
Research Score: 68/100
Research Notes: Good traditional use for cold-type headaches
Overview Latin Name: Nelumbo nucifera Origin: China & India Tradition: TCM Best For: Weight Loss & Heat Uses Clears summer heat and promotes weight loss Preparation Methods Leaf tea; Decoction Warnings & Side Effects Generally safe Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 71/100 Research Notes: Good traditional use for weight management
Overview Latin Name: Notopterygium incisum Origin: China Tradition: TCM Best For: Pain & Headaches Uses Releases exterior and relieves pain Preparation Methods Root decoction; Powder Warnings & Side Effects Avoid in yin or blood deficiency Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 72/100 Research Notes: Good evidence for pain relief
Overview Latin Name: Amomum villosum Origin: Southeast Asia Tradition: TCM Best For: Pregnancy & Digestion Uses Transforms dampness and calms fetus Preparation Methods Seed decoction (add near end); Powder Warnings & Side Effects Generally safe Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 72/100 Research Notes: Good traditional pregnancy support herb
Overview Latin Name: Asparagus cochinchinensis Origin: China Tradition: TCM Best For: Respiratory & Yin Deficiency Uses Nourishes kidney and lung yin Preparation Methods Root decoction; Pills; Powder Warnings & Side Effects Avoid with diarrhea or weak digestion Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 70/100 Research Notes: Good traditional use for yin deficiency
Overview Latin Name: Taxillus chinensis Origin: China Tradition: TCM Best For: Pregnancy & Back Pain Uses Tonifies liver and kidney; calms fetus Preparation Methods Branch decoction; Pills Warnings & Side Effects Generally safe Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 69/100 Research Notes: Good traditional pregnancy support herb
Overview Latin Name: Lilium brownii Origin: China Tradition: TCM Best For: Respiratory & Anxiety Uses Nourishes lung and heart yin Preparation Methods Bulb cooking; Decoction; Soup Warnings & Side Effects Generally safe Drug Interactions Generally safe Research Research Score: 73/100 Research Notes: Good evidence for yin nourishment