Herbal Information on Jiao Gu Lan Gynostemma Pentaphyllum Herb 12X Extract Powder Form

Common Name: Southern Ginseng
Botanical Name:  Gynostemma pentaphyllum
Pin Yin Name:  Jiao Gu Lan, unsulphured
Other Names: Sweet Tea Vine, Herba Gynostemma pentaphyllum, qi ye dan, we ye shen, Southern Ginseng, Poor Man's Ginseng, Five leaf ginseng.
Concentration Ratio:   12X
Granule Composition:  85% extract + 15% maltodextrin.
Package Size:  100 grams (3.5 oz.),  equal to 1200 g (2.6 lb) dried raw herb Form:  Single Herb Extract Powder 
Dosage: Take 1.5 g each time, 1 to 2 times per day, or as instructed by a herbal practitioner. Dissolve in hot water or mix into yogurt.  Consult your healthcare professional for correct dosage. 
Channels / Meridians: Lung, Spleen, Kidney 
Origin: China
Brand:  Activeherb
Cautions: Do not use if pregnant or nursing.
California Prop 65
Naturally Occurring  Components:  Saponins, sugar, vitamins, malonic acid, flovons, amino acids, iron, zinc, copper, manganese, selenium, calcium

Additional Information About Jiao Gu Lan

Herb Category:   Herbs that Tonify Qi

Benefits of Jiao Gu Lan 

• Clears Heat
• Transforms phlegm
• Nourishes Qi
• Benefits the spleen
• Resolves toxicity
• Praised as the Herb of Immorality in China
• Promotes Cardiovascular Health
• Used as part of diet to aid in nonalcoholic fatty liver disease

An anti-aging, longevity tonic herb and heart tonic. It is reinforcing to overall health and has a strong anti-fatigue effect. Strengthens the immune system. Has adaptogen properties. Used for a variety of health complaints. contains 82 saponins, some of which are directly related to the ginsenosides found in ginseng root.

Product Properties: Bitter, Sweet, Cold

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