Herbal Information for Balloon Flower Root in Cut Form
Common Name: Balloon Flower
Botanical Name: Platycodon grandiflorum; Radix
Channels/Meridians: Lungs, Stomach
Pin Yin Name: Jie Geng
Other Ingredients: None, nothing has been added to this product.
Package Size: 1 pound
Form: Cut / Sliced, not uniform pieces.
Dosage: Follow doctors instructions on how to use this herb.
Origin: China
Brand: Nuherbs - Geo-Authentic Herbs
Cautions: Do not use if pregnant or nursing. Contraindicated in those with chronic cough from Yin Deficiency.
Naturally Occurring Chemical Components: platycodin, deapioplatycodin, 2-O-acetylplatycodin, 3-O-acetylplatycodin, platycodigenin, polygalacic acid, methyl 3-O-β-D-glucpyranosyl polygalacate, methyl 3-O-β-laminaribiosyl polygalacat
Additional Information on Jie Geng
- Expels Pus
- Dispels Phlegm
- Benefits Throat
- Supports Respiratory System
- Disseminate Lung Qi
Herb Properties: Bitter, Acrid, Neutral
Herbs That Combine with Jie Geng
- Burdock and Jie Geng
- Angleica Dahurica and Jie Geng
- Schizonepeta and Jie Geng
- Forsythia Suspensa and Jie Geng
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Nuherbs
Each batch of herbs is dual-lab tested by in-house lab and independent third party lab. In-house lab is equipped with instruments such as a high performance liquid chromatograph, moisture determination meter, Fourier transform infrared spectrometer, atomic absorption spectrophotometer, gas chromatograph, etc
In addition, the following additional tests are performed:
- Microbacteria
- Pesticides - over 200 pesticides tested for (Uab 2000 screen)
- Heavy Metals - Lead, Mercury and Arsenic
Traditional Chinese Herbs encompasses the use of different parts of plants, such as the leaves, roots, stems, flowers, and seeds. These plant parts are often used as a tea, decoctions, extracts, made into capsules or even a footbath. These bulk herbs should be regarded as an added feature to modern western healthcare, and not as a replacement. Chinese traditional herbs ( Teas ) emphasize harmony and balance.
We encourage you to educate yourself on herbs and supplements, by researching reputable sites, and books. Having an open discussion with your physician on what will be most beneficial for your health issues. And lastly discussing interaction of herbs and pharmaceuticals with your pharmacist or physician.
