Herbal Information for Du Zhong 10x Extract Granule Form 

Common Name: Eucommia Bark
Botanical Name: Eucommia ulmoides
Latin Name:    Cortex Eucommiae Ulmoidis
Pin Yin Name: Du Zhong
Granules Composition: 85% extract + 15% maltodextrin
Package Size: 100 grams 10x
Form: Extract Granules
Dosage: Follow doctor's instructions for how to use this herb. Take 1 g each time, 1 time per day, or as instructed by a herbal practitioner. Dissolve in hot water or mix into yogurt.
Origin: China
Brand: Active Herb
Cautions: Do not use if nursing or pregnant.  Consult your healthcare provider before using if taking blood pressure medication.
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Natural Occurring Components: Gutta percha, encommiol, encommio-side, pinoresinol diglucoside, aucubin, tannins, flavonoids

Additional Information About Eucommia Bark
Benefits of Du Zhong

• Strengthens the Bones and Sinews
• Tonifies the Liver
• Tonifies the Kidneys
• Supports Healthy Circulation
• Benefits the Cardiovascular System
• Herbal Anti-inflammatory
• Benefits natural blood sugar
• Reinforces muscles and lungs
• Supports healthy blood pressure
• Aids with liver and kidney tone
• Benefits circulation in liver and kidney
  

  Herb Category:   Herbs that Tonify the Yang
  Eucommia bark in Chinese Traditional Medicine is also the primary tonic herb of choice.  It is a tonic herb that strengthens structural tissue and improves structural competency at a fundamental level. Eucommia bark is a superb Yang Jing tonic.
  Product Properties: Sweet, Slightly Acrid, and Warm
  Meridians: Liver and Kidney Channels
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