Herbal Information on Forsythia Fruit in Bulk Powder Form
Common Name: Forsythia Fruit, Fructus Forsythiae Suspensae
Botanical Name: Forsythia suspensa fruit
Channels/Meridians: Heart, Liver Gall bladder
Pin Yin Name: Lian Qiao
Other Ingredients: None, nothing has been added to this product.
Package Size: 500 Grams ( 1.1 pounds)
Form: Powder - Fine powder, Unsulfured (80 to 100 mesh size (similar to the consistency of baking flour)
Dosage: Follow doctors instructions on how to use this herb.
Origin: China
Brand: Plum Flower, species - authenticated herbs
Cautions: Do not use if pregnant or nursing. Do not use when diarrhea is present.
Naturally Occurring Components: forsythin, matairesinoside, betulinic acid, phyillygenin, pinoresinol
Additional Information
In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) forsythia fruit is used to clear heat, remove toxins and rid wind-heat. Forsythia fruit benefits circulation, supports respiratory health, may benefit healthy cholesterol levels, promotes urination and protects liver health. It has anti-inflammatory, antibiotic, antimicrobial and anti parasitic effects. In a study conducted by the Journal of Clinical & Diagnostic Research is was found that a mouth rinse containing forsythia was effective for periodontal pathogens. (1)
- Removes toxicity
- Clears heat
- Disperses wind-heat
- Clears heart heat
Product Properties: bitter, cool, and slightly acrid
Need more information? Try our In-depth article on Lian Qiao
The in-depth article offers recipes, how to use, as well as history and its benefits for health
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About Plum Flower Quality Herb Powders
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.
- 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.
- Manufactured using Unsulfured, Chlorine free, Aluminum Phosphate free herbs when possible.
- Microbials and heavy metals tested. No preservatives.
Traditional Chinese Herbs
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.
Reference:
http://alternativehealing.org/lian_qiao.htm
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3782986/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15630274/
