Kudzu Root

Review Below For Available Kudzu Forms and Sizes

Kudzu Benefits & Information

Alcohol Dependence: Studies suggest kudzu may help reduce alcohol intake and withdrawal symptoms [MSKCC].

Liver Damage: Kudzu root's antioxidants might protect the liver from alcohol-induced damage [Healthline].

Menopausal Symptoms: Some research indicates kudzu could help with menopausal hot flashes, but more evidence is needed [WebMD].

It has anti-inflammatory, antiviral, antioxidant, antimicrobial, anitpyretic, diuretic and nervine effects.

Kudzu is a traditional Chinese medicinal herb to dispel heat, raise the spleen yang and generate fluids.

Kudzu root contains isoflavones, similar to compounds found in soy, with potential hormonal effects.

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Chinese Medicine Uses:

Traditional Uses: Kudzu root, known as "Ge Gen" in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), is primarily used for its medicinal properties.
It's believed to have cooling properties and is often used to treat conditions related to heat, such as fever, thirst, and inflammation.

Kudzu root (Ge Gen) is used for various ailments, including:

Alcoholism
Heart disease
Diabetes
Menopausal symptoms
Fevers and colds

Kudzu Properties:  Acrid, Sweet, Neutral
Kudzu Channels / Meridians: Stomach, Spleen
Kudzu Naturally Occurring Components:  flavonoids, glicosides, triterpenoids, alkaloids, saccharides, arachidic acid

Methods of Use: Kudzu root can be consumed in various forms, including:

Powder: Kudzu root is often available in powdered form, which can be mixed into water, juice, or smoothies for easy consumption.

Capsules or Tablets: Kudzu root supplements are available in capsule or tablet form, providing a convenient way to incorporate it into your daily routine.

Tea: Kudzu root tea can be made by steeping dried kudzu root in hot water. This method allows for a more traditional and soothing way to consume it.

Common Names:  Kudzu Root, Pueraria Root, Pueraria Lobata, Pueraria Thunbergiana
Botanical Name:  Pueraria thomsonii root

Chinese / Pin Yin Name:  Ge Gen
Kudzu Dosage: Consult your healthcare provider for your correct dose.
Kudzu Precautions: Do not use if pregnant or nursing.

Herbs That Combine With Kudzu

Burdock     Angelica Dahurica     Black Cohosh    Bupleurum

References
http://alternativehealing.org/ge_gen.htm
https://herbpathy.com/Uses-and-Benefits-of-Kudzu-Cid1468,
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23070022

https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-750/kudzu

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