Herbal Information on Codonopsis Root in Cut Form
Common Name: Codonopsis Root
Botanical Name: Codonopsis; Radix
Channels/Meridians: Lung, Spleen
Pin Yin Name: Dang Shen
Other Ingredients: Prepared w/ Sugar
Package Size: 1 pound
Form: Cut / Sliced, not uniform pieces.
Dosage: Follow doctors instructions on how to use this herb.
Origin: China
Brand: Nuherbs Organic- Geo-Authentic Herbs
Cautions: Do not use if pregnant or nursing. Not for use if one have the hormone-sensitive disorder such as breast or prostate cancer, or are using anticoagulant drugs.
Naturally Occurring Chemical Components: x-spinasterol, stigmasterol, taraxerol, taraxeryl acetate, friedelin, aspartic acid, isoleucine, alanine, asparagine, glutamic acid, glycine, serine, valine, proline and glutamine.
Benefits of Prepared Dang Shen
Additional Information
- Tonifies middle jiao
- Enhances qi
- The Organic Dang Shen is in small pieces about 1/2 by 1/2 in size. A great size for making decoctions.
- Botanical Digestive Support
- Chinese Herbal Energizer
- Respiratory Support
- Strengthens Qi
Product Properties: Sweet, Neutral
Check out our How to Use Bulk Herbs page to see how to use herbs correctly. Our web page is constantly expanding, as of today we have articles on:
How to make salves, poultice, tinctures, teas, capsules, gargles, and foot bathes.
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About Nuherbs Lab Tested Quality.
Each batch of herbs is dual-lab tested by our in-house lab and independent third party lab. Our in-house lab is equipped with instruments such as a high performance liquid chromatography, moisture determination meter, Fourier transform infrared spectrometer, atomic absorption spectrophotometer, gas chromatograph, etc.
In addition, the following additional tests are performed:
- Micro bacteria
- 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.
