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Experience the time-tested power of Shan Zhu Yu (Cornus Fruit)—a potent Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) herb trusted for centuries to support kidney and liver function, enhance vitality, and restore balance. Whether you're looking to boost energy, improve urinary health, or fortify your body's natural defenses, this remarkable fruit delivers results. Sourced from premium-quality herbs and backed by traditional wisdom, our Shan Zhu Yu is your key to long-term health, longevity, and inner harmony. Shop now and harness the benefits of this ancient remedy today!
Health Benefit | Chinese Medicine Theory | Why It Works |
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Supports Kidney Health | Tonifies Kidney Yang & Yin, Preserves Essence (Jing) | Shan Zhu Yu helps prevent Kidney Qi leakage, strengthening core energy and reducing fatigue. |
Boosts Liver Function | Nourishes Liver Blood, Anchors Yang | The fruit stabilizes Liver Qi, preventing excessive Yang from rising, which can cause dizziness or irritability. |
Enhances Vitality & Longevity | Strengthens Essence (Jing) & Tonifies Qi | Jing is the body’s essential life force. By preserving it, Shan Zhu Yu promotes longevity and anti-aging benefits. |
Improves Urinary Control | Astringes & Stabilizes Fluids | Helps with frequent urination, incontinence, and night sweats by tightening and toning tissues. |
Balances Yin & Yang | Harmonizes Internal Energy Flow | Prevents excessive depletion of either Yin or Yang, keeping the body in optimal balance. |
Supports Reproductive Health | Tonifies Kidney Essence (Jing) | Enhances fertility, libido, and overall reproductive strength in both men and women. |
Regulates Sweating | Astringes Qi to Stop Excessive Perspiration | Reduces night sweats and spontaneous sweating caused by Qi or Yin deficiency. |
Boosts Immune Function | Strengthens Core Energy & Prevents Deficiency | Helps the body resist illness by maintaining strong foundational energy reserves. |
Review Shan Zhu Yu Forms and Sizes Below
Common Name: Asiatic Dogwood Fruit
Botanical Name: Comus officinalis
Chinese / Pin Yin Name: Shan Zhu Yu
Dosage: Follow your doctor or healthcare professional's advice for use of this herb.
Precautions: Do not use if nursing or pregnant. Do not use in cases of liver yang ascending and in cases of urinary difficulties due to damp-heat. It is also advised that you soak this herb in water and wash it thoroughly before use.
Shan Zhu Yu is a traditional Chinese medicinal herb that is used to provide natural urinary tract support. It is known as a cardiovascular tonifer in Chinese medicine as well.
Properties: Non-toxic, Acrid, Sour, Slightly Warm
Channels: Kidney, Liver
References:
https://herbpathy.com/Uses-and-Benefits-of-Shan-Zhu-Yu-Cid1447
https://www.americandragon.com/Individualherbsupdate/ShanZhuYu.html
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7704135/
https://www.whiterabbitinstituteofhealing.com/herbs/cornus/
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1155/2020/8838888