Herbal Information for Qian Shi in Whole Form
Common Name: Euryale Seeds
Botanic Name: Euryale Ferox Semen
Channels/Meridians: Urinary, Genital, Digestive Systems, Kidney, Spleen
Pin Yin Name: Qian Shi
Other Names: Fox Nut Barley
Other Ingredients: None, nothing has been added to this product
Package Size: One Pound (1lb)
Form: Whole
Dosage: Consult your healthcare professional for correct dosage.
Origin: China
Brand: Nuherbs Lab Tested
Cautions: Do not use if pregnant or nursing.
Product Properties: Neutral, Sweet
Qian Shi, a healthy and versatile snack
Qian Shi also known as Euryale Seeds is a versatile and an exotic aquatic fruit. In China Qian Shi can be cooked and eaten alone or even incorporated in meals. Asides being a remedy to some ailments, you can cook this nut in diverse ways depending on your recipe of choice. Qian Shi is used in different recipes in its powdered form or as a whole seed. For health purposes, Qian Shi is ground and used to make a tea either alone or with some herbs. As a snack or dessert, Qian Shi can be stir-fried, roasted, or eaten raw. Additionally, you can slow-boil Qian Shi in a stew to give it a different taste and aroma. Qian Shi seed is a food-grade herb classified in Chinese medicine.
Qian Shi seeds health benefits come from their content of vitamins and nutrients. Qian Shi seeds are mostly starchy, however, they also contain fats and proteins. Qian Shi seeds also contain minerals like iron, phosphorus and calcium and vitamins like B1, B2, B3 and C. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, Qian Shi seeds are a versatile remedy made into a tonic that can be taken for many ailments.
Qian Shi is perhaps most practical for use as an antioxidant and anti-fatigue therapy. Additionally, Qian Shi helps boost energy levels and assist to maintain a healthy weight.
Qian Shi seeds collaborate to help support the digestive system and strengthen and regulate it against digestive issues.
Qian Shi seeds are classified as neutral, sweet and astringent and goes to the Kidney and Spleen.
Other supportive properties
Therapeutic pain reliver and anti inflammatory for joint discomfort
A holistic and corrective aid for preventing lose stools
Restorative with beneficial boosting for fertility
Aids to improve kidney health
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Each batch of herbs is dual-lab tested by in-house lab and independent third party lab. In-house lab is equipped with instruments such as a high performance liquid chromatograph, moisture determination meter, Fourier transform infrared spectrometer, atomic absorption spectrophotometer, gas chromatograph, etc.
In addition, the following additional tests are performed:
- Microbacteria
- Pesticides - over 200 pesticides tested for (Uab 2000 screen).
- Heavy Metals - Lead, Mercury and Arsenic
References:
https://www.mychineserecipes.com/gorgonqian-shi-taste-reviews-and-chinese-cooking-guides/
https://www.medicinetraditions.com/euryale-qian-shi.html
