Part used | Herb |
Use | 1 tsp dried herb in 8oz water, steep 40 minutes |
Benefits |
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Dangers | Have with food – may cause gastric upset when taken on empty stomach |
Research studies
- Traditional Chinese medicine in treatment of hyperlipidaemia; Birgittela Cour, PerMølgaard, ZhaoYi (1995); Journal of Ethnopharmacology, Volume 46, Issue 2, May 1995, Pages 125-129; doi.org/10.1016/0378-8741(95)01234-5
- Therapeutic effect of jiaogulan on leukopenia due to irradiation and chemotherapy; Liu et al. (1992). ; Zhong Guo yi Yao Xue Bao. 7 (2): 99
Adapted from:
Winston, D. & Maimes, S. (2007). Adaptogens: Herbs for strength, stamina and stress releif. Rochester, VT: Healing Arts Press