What is Yu Jin - Wild Turmeric?
Yu Jin, also known as wild turmeric or Curcuma phaeocaulis tuber, is a type of flowering plant in the ginger family. It is commonly used in traditional Chinese medicine for its potential health benefits. Yu Jin is believed to have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and hepatoprotective properties. It is often used to support liver health, reduce inflammation, and promote overall well-being. Additionally, Yu Jin is sometimes used to address issues such as menstrual disorders, depression, and cognitive function. It is known for its distinct yellow color and is a popular ingredient in traditional herbal formulations.
Common Name: Rhizoma Curcumae domesticae, Wild turmeric, Curcuma
Botanical Name: Curcuma phaeocaulis tuber
Pin Yin Name: Yu Jin
Other Ingredients: None, nothing has been added to this product.
Package Size: 500 Grams ( 1.1 pounds)
Form: Cut / Sliced - sizes vary
Origin: China
Brand: Plum Flower, species - authenticated herbs
Cautions: Do not use if pregnant or nursing. May interfere with medications. Do not use with blood thinners.
Chemical Components: curcumin, demethoxycurcumin, borneol, zingberene, curcumol, phellandrene
Additional Information: Acrid, Bitter, Cool
Promotes Healthy Circulation
Botanical Support for Pain
Meridians / Channels: Heart, Lung, Liver, Gallbladder
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:
| Parts of Plants | Tincture | Decoction | Syrup/Gargle | Topical/Facial | Tea/Infusion | Cooking |
| Hard/Dried Berries | YES | YES | YES | Grind First | NO | YES |
| Soft Fruit | YES | YES | YES | YES | YES | YES |
| Leaves | YES | YES | YES | YES | YES | YES |
| Roots/Tubers | YES | YES | Decoct First | Grind First | NO | YES |
| Bark | YES | YES | Decoct First | Grind First | NO | YES |
| Stems | YES | YES | Decoct First | Grind First | YES | YES |
| Flowers | YES | YES | Make Tea First | Grind First | YES | YES |
Main Characteristics (Attributes) of Herbs
- Harvested at the proper level of maturity and correct time of the season to maximize potency.
- Free from Chlorine
- Manufactured without the use of sulphur
- Preservative Free
- Made at GMP internationally certified facilities (Good Manufacturing Practices) Quality control tests are done at the manufacturing site and at third party labs to confirm results
- Aluminum Phosphate free
- Packaged in an airtight sealed bag
- Pin Yin Names and Botanical Names are listed on the bag
- Certificate of Analysis are available upon request
- Conforms to Standards of Chinese Pharmacopeia
- No dyes, colors, or bleaching of the herbs
- We are a authorized direct distributor of Plum Flower Herbs.
- 500 gram bag size which equal anywhere from 4 to 6 cups of herbs
About Plum Flower Quality Herb Cut Bulk Herbs
Plum Flower is an established worldwide manufacturer of high-quality Chinese herbs, and innovative Chinese medicinal herbs and products. Plum Flower uses sulfur-free herbs and laboratory tests its products for contamination and heavy metals, such as mercury, lead, and pesticides.
Why use Chinese Bulk Herbs?
Traditional Chinese Medicine curative herbal formulas have been developed, improved and perfected for over 5000 years.
Traditional Chinese Medicine is an ancient, holistic medical system used all over the world to treat a wide variety of health issues. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) works by helping to balance the bodies’ functions thus restoring health.
As soon as the Chinese people began to carve out a civilization in ancient China it developed a cultural heritage that has continued to the present day. TCM is the oldest and one of the safest, effective systems one can use to care for their body, it promotes health and helps to sustain longevity.
Chinese herbs have been with mankind for 5,000 years and will be with us in the years ahead – it is using nature’s bountiful gifts to have good health. Chinese Traditional 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.
References:
https://www.everydayhealth.com/diet-nutrition/diet/scientific-health-benefits-turmeric-curcumin/
https://www.forbes.com/health/supplements/turmeric-health-benefits/
https://health.clevelandclinic.org/turmeric-health-benefits
https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/curcuma-longa
https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/nutrition/articles/10.3389/fnut.2022.1040259/full
