Ba Ji Tian (Morinda Root) – Tonify Kidney Yang, Strengthen Bones, and Support Vitality
Reignite your inner strength with Ba Ji Tian, the warming Morinda Root used in Traditional Chinese Medicine to tonify Kidney Yang, strengthen bones and tendons, and support sexual and reproductive health. This invigorating root is often included in formulas for low back pain, fatigue, cold limbs, or low libido. A powerful Yang tonic, Ba Ji Tian gently boosts vitality without overstimulation, making it ideal for long-term wellness and age-related depletion.
✔ Warms Kidney Yang | ✔ Strengthens Tendons & Bones | ✔ Supports Sexual Vitality & Circulation
Ba Ji Tian (Morinda Root) is a warming TCM herb used to tonify Kidney Yang, support bones, and enhance vitality. Trusted for energy, libido, and aging support.
Ba Ji Tian (Morinda Root)
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Health Benefits | – Tonifies Kidney Yang and strengthens the lower back and knees |
| – Supports sexual vitality and reproductive function | |
| – Alleviates fatigue, cold limbs, and low libido | |
| – Strengthens bones and tendons, especially in aging individuals | |
| – Enhances circulation and supports vitality without overstimulation | |
| Why It Works | Ba Ji Tian contains morindin, iridoids, and anthraquinones, which have been shown to exhibit hormone-regulating, anti-inflammatory, and bone-strengthening effects. It acts as a Yang tonic, warming and invigorating the Kidney system. |
| Chinese Medicine Theory | In TCM, Ba Ji Tian is acrid, sweet, and slightly warm, entering the Kidney meridian. It’s used to tonify Kidney Yang, dispel Wind-Damp, and strengthen sinews and bones, making it ideal for Yang deficiency conditions (e.g., low libido, weakness, fatigue, joint pain). |
| PubMed Research | |
| – Hormonal Support & Libido: | Ba Ji Tian extract shows androgenic effects and may improve testosterone-related parameters. PMID: 22709709 |
| – Anti-Inflammatory & Bone Health: | Studies support its use in promoting bone formation and reducing joint inflammation. PMID: 27755638 |
| – Antioxidant & Anti-Aging Effects: | Active compounds contribute to oxidative stress reduction and aging-related dysfunctions. PMID: 29733236 |
| How to Use | – Forms: Commonly used as tea, decoction, powder, extract, or in capsules |
| – Dosage: | Typical decoction dosage: 6–15g daily. Adjust under practitioner guidance |
| – Pairing Herbs: | Often combined with Yin Yang Huo, Tu Si Zi, or Gou Qi Zi for enhanced reproductive or longevity support |
| – Cautions: | Avoid in cases of Yin deficiency with heat signs or when febrile. Not for use during pregnancy without supervision. |
Common Name: Morinda Root, Radix Morindae Officinalis
Botanical Name: Morinda officinalis
Channels/Meridians: Heart, Kidney
Pin Yin Name: Ba Ji Tian
Other Ingredients: None, nothing has been added to this product.
Package Size: 500 Grams ( 1.1 pounds)
Form: Cut / Sliced - sizes vary
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.
Naturally Occurring Chemical Components: morindin, vitamin C,asperuloside tetraacetate, resin, monotrpein, methyl isoalizarin, methylisoalizarin 1-methylether, rubiadian, rubiadin-1-methyl-ether, 2-methylanthraquinone, 2-hydroxy-3- (hydroxymethyl)-anthraquinone, 1-hydroxy, antraquinone, anthraquinone, 1,6-dihydroxy-2-methoxy-anthraquinone, 1-hydroxy-2-methoxyanthraquinone; elements: lead, iron, magenese, zinc, potassium, calcium, magnesium, nickel , barium, sodium, phosphorus,
Additional Information About Morinda Root
- Dispelling wind-damp
- Strengthens Sinews and Bones
Product Properties: Acrid, Sweet, Warm
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References:
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5539173/#:~:text=Many%20studies%20have%20found%20that,and%20antitumor%20effect%20(13).
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29126988/
https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/aging-neuroscience/articles/10.3389/fnagi.2022.963041/full
