Suan Zao Ren Concentrated Powder – Natural Sleep Support and Shen-Calming Chinese Herb | 1st Chinese Herbs
Suan Zao Ren (Ziziphus jujuba seed), also known as Sour Jujube Seed, is one of Traditional Chinese Medicine’s most trusted herbs for promoting restful sleep, calming the mind, and nourishing Heart and Liver Yin. Ideal for those experiencing insomnia, irritability, or anxiety due to Yin or Blood deficiency, Suan Zao Ren offers gentle yet effective support for emotional balance and nervous system health. Our concentrated powder delivers a potent, easy-to-use form—perfect for blending into teas, tinctures, or nighttime tonics to help restore inner peace naturally.
| Health Benefit | Chinese Medicine Theory | Why It Works |
|---|---|---|
| Promotes Restful Sleep | Nourishes Heart and Liver Blood, calms the Shen (spirit) | Suan Zao Ren contains compounds that act on the nervous system to promote relaxation and improve sleep quality. |
| Reduces Anxiety and Irritability | Tonifies Heart Yin and clears deficiency heat disturbing the mind | Flavonoids and saponins in the seed help regulate mood and reduce excessive neural activity associated with anxiety. |
| Moistens Dryness and Supports Yin | Enriches Yin fluids of the Liver and Heart, addressing internal dryness | Its Yin-tonifying properties replenish fluids, supporting calmness and emotional stability. |
| Strengthens the Heart and Calms Palpitations | Stabilizes the Heart Qi and anchors the Shen | Its nourishing effect on Heart Blood helps regulate heartbeat and calm internal agitation. |
| Supports Cognitive Clarity | Harmonizes the communication between Heart and Kidney | By nourishing Yin and calming Shen, Suan Zao Ren indirectly supports memory and mental focus. |
Herbal Information for Suan Zao Ren in Powder Form
Common Name: Sour jujuba seed
Pin Yin Name: Suan Zao Ren
Other Names: Spiny Date seed, Ziziphus Jujuba seed, Ziziphus spinosa seed, Raw Sour Jujuba Seed
Other Ingredients: Dextrin (derived from non-GMO corn)
Package Size: 100 grams (3.5ounces)
Form: Powder
Dosage: Consult your healthcare professional for correct dosage.
Origin: China
Brand: Plum Flower
Cautions: Do not use if nursing or pregnant.
How to Use a Concentrated Herbal Powder (Like Suan Zao Ren):
Using a concentrated powder is simple, fast, and effective. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
✅ General Instructions
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Measure your dose
Most concentrated powders are used at 1–3 grams per serving, 1–2 times daily (or as directed on the label).
– 1 gram = approximately ¼ teaspoon
– 3 grams = approximately ¾ teaspoon -
Mix with hot water or tea
Add the powder to 6–8 oz of warm or hot water, stir well, and drink like a tea. You can also:-
Blend into smoothies or shakes
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Mix with warm broth
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Add to honey for a paste (especially helpful for sleep herbs like Suan Zao Ren)
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Timing matters
– For sleep and relaxation: Take 30–60 minutes before bedtime
– For general tonic use: Take in the morning or early afternoon -
Optional sweetener
Concentrated powders can taste bitter or earthy. Add a drop of honey or a splash of juice if needed.
Additional Information about Suan Zao Ren
Suan Zao Ren has been used for centuries in traditional Chinese medicine and has a wide range of beneficial properties.
This product is pharmacopeia grade (it meets or exceeds standards of Chinese pharmacopeia guidelines). Simply put, the quality of pharmacopeia herbs is better than commonly used food grade herbs to ensure they deliver their intended effect. These herbs were made at good manufacturing practices (GMP) internationally certified facilities. Quality control tests are done at the manufacturing site and at third party labs to confirm results. The testing includes detecting for contaminants such as heavy metals, mircobacteria, and pesticide residues.
Chinese medicine is a 5,000 year old art and science. Diagnosis and prescription require a trained professional. If your symptoms do not improve, please consult your acupuncturist, doctor of oriental medicine, or physician.
The information here is intended for informational issue only. It is not to be used to diagnose, treat, cure, or to be used in place of medical supervision. Consult with your naturopathic doctor or health care professional. The FDA has not evaluated these statements and products, and they are not intended for the prevention, treatment, cure, or mitigation of disease.
California Residents: This product is subject to Proposition 65.
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About Plum Flower Quality 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.
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
Chinese Traditional herbs should be regarded as a supplementary aspect to modern western healthcare, and not as a replacement. Chinese traditional herbs ( Teas ) emphasize harmony, and balance.
References
https://www.mskcc.org/cancer-care/integrative-medicine/herbs/suan-zao-ren-tang
https://www.americandragon.com/Individualherbsupdate/SuanZaoRen.html
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7447469/
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5811769/
