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Anemarrhena asphodeloides Bunge is a famous Chinese Materia Medica and has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for more than two thousand years. Steroidal saponins are important active components isolated from A. asphodeloides Bunge. Among these, the accumulation of numerous experimental studies involved in Timosaponin AIII (Timo AIII) draws our attention in recent decades. What are the benefits of Anemarrhena asphodeloides root extract? Anti-cancer: the Timo AIII present in A. asphodeloides root extract presented cytotoxicity effects in various kinds of cancer cells including hepatocellular cancer, cervical cancer, breast cancer, colon cancer, nasopharyngeal cancer, ovarian carcinoma, osteosarcoma, leukemia, pancreatic cancer, lung cancer, renal cancer, chronic myelogenous leukemia, melanoma, and so on. Anti-neuronal disorders: the…

Saussurea involucrata extract (Snow lotus) is an endangered species of the Asteraceae family, growing in the high mountains of central Asia. It has been, and is, widely used in traditional Mongolian, Uyghur, and Kazakhstan medicine as well as in Traditional Chinese Medicine as Tianshan Snow Lotus. What are the benefits of Saussurea involucrata extract? Saussurea involucrata extract or snow lotus can promote blood circulation, thereby alleviating all symptoms associated with poor circulation. It also reputedly diminishes inflammation, eliminates cold and dampness from the body, invigorates, and strengthens Yin and Yang. It has long been used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, stomach ache, cough with a cold, dysmenorrhea, and altitude sickness in…

Asparagus cochinchinensis root extract is a traditional Chinese medicine used for treating lung and spleen-related diseases. What are the benefits of Asparagus Cochinchinensis root extract? It may help with lung Yin deficiency with heat signs in the upper Jiao such as dryness of the mouth. It may help with non-productive cough or productive cough with scanty, viscous, blood-streaked sputum. It may help with kidney Yin deficiency or Jing deficiency due to kidney Yin deficiency with leg atrophy. It may help with lung and kidney Yin deficiency, especially wasting and thirsting disorder(upper, middle, and lower)and consumption with low-grade afternoon fever. It may help with constipation due to dry intestines. Contraindications Contraindicated for those with diarrhea and anorexia due to spleen deficiency cold. Contraindicated for…

Gromwell (Lithospermum erythrorhizon) root extract has extensive traditional history, dating to China’s Ming dynasty, and has been used for its skin benefits and utilization as a natural fabric dye. Naphthoquinones, including shikonin, have been identified as the major bioactive phytochemicals and contribute to Gromwell’s unique colour and odour. GR and shikonin possess health benefits including repression of hepatic lipogenesis through AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPKα) regulation, neuro- and cardioprotective effects, treatment for autoimmune diseases, chemotherapeutic, glucose metabolism, and antimicrobial activity. What are the benefits of using Gromwell root extract for skin? It reduces inflammation, improves stratum corneum hydration, and increases ceramide production in people with atopic dermatitis. Gromwell root extract designed…

Dendrobium candidum extract is a source of tonic, astringent, analgesic, antipyretic, and anti-inflammatory substances, and has been traditionally used as medicinal herbs in the treatment of a variety of disorders, such as nourishing the stomach, enhancing the production of body fluids or nourishing Yin.  The main active components in Dendrobium candidum are Dendrobium polysaccharides, dendrobine, amino acids, stilbenes, and their derivatives as well as a variety of volatile components. What are the benefits of using Dendrobium Candidum Extract? Dendrobium candidum has effects of reducing blood glucose and improving immune function, etc., and has a good effect on diseases such as diabetes, cataracts, arthritis, malignant tumors, gastrointestinal diseases, thromboangiitis obliterans, and…

Gardenia Florida Flower Extract has been traditionally used as a folk medicine for centuries in Asian countries. What are the benefits of using Gardenia Florida Flower Extract? Antioxidant activity: it has antioxidant properties that can scavenge free radicals and thus reduce oxidative stress and aging. Anti-inflammatory activity: it also has anti-inflammatory properties that can calm red and inflamed skin. Hepatoprotective activity: it can prevent liver injury caused by hepatotoxic agents. Anti-diabetic activity: Gardenia Florida Flower Extract has been used alone or in combination with other herb medicines in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus in China for a long time. It also has neuroprotective and antitumor activity. Who all…

Fructus Broussonetiae is a medicinal herb that is commonly used in Traditional Chinese Medicine. What are the benefits of Fructus Broussonetiae? It helps to treat liver and kidney Yin deficiencies with a weak lower back and legs, Deficiency consumption, night sweats, spermatorrhea, steaming bone disorder, and lightheadedness. It may help with eye problems. Fructus Broussonetiae can improve cognitive function following chronic cerebral hypoperfusion by inhibiting microglial M1 polarization, down-regulating the activation of microglia, and improving neural plasticity. The Chushizi oil of Fructus Broussonetiae has a powerful antioxidant with versatile free radical-scavenging activity and anti-inflammatory properties. It may help to treat edema and urinary difficulty due to the stoppage of water associated with kidney Qi dysfunction.…

Fructus Leonuri is a common medicinal herb in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), and has been used in China and other Asian countries for thousands of years. What are the benefits of Fructus Leonuri? It helps to treat irregular menstruation, amenorrhea, dysmenorrhea, or postpartum abdominal pain due to blood stasis. It may help to treat painful eyes, headaches or red swollen, nebulae, or conjunctivitis due to liver heat. It helps to treat pterygium. Contraindications Contraindicated for those with continuous bleeding. Contraindicated during pregnancy. Contraindicated for those with liver stagnation due to liver blood deficiency. If over 20-30g of this herb are ingested toxic reactions may appear. Important Note: There is not…

Folium Hibsci Mutabilis was one of the traditional Chinese medicines. Its main chemical ingredients contain phenols, amino acids, glycosides, and sugar, phlegmatic What are the benefits of using Folium Hibsci Mutabilis? It helps to treat dermatological disorders characterized by dampness, heat, and toxins. It helps to treat carbuncles, furuncles, and sores. It may help to treat herpes zoster and conjunctivitis. It has anti-inflammatory properties that can help with swelling. It helps to treat burns, scalds, and external and internal trauma. This herb may inhibit the growth of cancer cells. It is applied topically to treat pyogenic infections. Contraindications Contraindicated for those with deep-seated abscess without redness or swelling. Important Note: There…

Fructus Gardeniae is one of the most commonly used Chinese herbs in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). It is usually prescribed for the treatment of vascular aging, brain aging, bone and joint aging, and other age-related diseases. What are the Benefits of Fructus Gardeniae? It may help to treat excess heat in the heart, stomach, and liver with high fever, a stifling sensation in the chest insomnia or delirious speech, irritability, restlessness, eye problems, anger, and jaundice. It may help to treat damp-heat in the lower jiao with painful urinary dysfunction. It may help to treat damp-heat in the liver/gallbladder with jaundice. It may help to treat damp-heat in the gallbladder and San Jiao channels…