Herbal Information for Shrubby Sophora Root in Cut Form
Common Name: Shrubby Sophora Root
Botanical Name: Sophora flavescens; Radix
Channels/Meridians: Bladder, Heart, Liver, Large Intestine, Small Intestine
Pin Yin Name: Ku Shen - You Ji Ku Shen
Other Ingredients: None, nothing has been added to this product.
Package Size: 1 pound
Form: Cut / Sliced, not uniform pieces, Lab Tested
Dosage: Follow doctors instructions on how to use this herb.
Origin: China
Brand: Nuherbs Lab Test - Geo-Authentic Herbs
Cautions: Do not use if pregnant or nursing. It is very cold and bitter, those with liver and kidney deficient but without heat do not use.
Naturally Occurring Components: Alkaloids, Sophoranol, Baptifoline, Anagyrine, Aloperine, Bapiifoline, Flavones, Flavonoids,
Additional Information About Shrubby Sophora Root
- Respiratory relaxant
- Anti-inflammatory
- Analgesic
- Vulnerary
- Clearing Heat
- Dispelling Dampness
- Killing Insects
Product Properties: Bitter, Cold
Sophora Root has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for thousands of years. In Chinese medicine, Sophora Root is thought to have anti-inflammatory and anti-viral and parasitic properties.
Sophora Root is also effective for treating a wide variety of skin conditions.
Sophora Root is a supportive aid and potent digestive aid.
Sophora Root contains alkaloids, flavonoids, and quinones.
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Nuherbs takes great care to ensure the herb is harvested at the proper level of maturity and correct time of the season to maximize potency.
About Nuherbs Lab Tested Quality
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In addition, the following additional tests are performed:
- Micro bacteria
- Pesticides - over 200 pesticides tested for (Uab 2000 screen).
- Heavy Metals - Lead, Mercury and Arsenic
Traditional Chinese Herbs encompasses the use of different parts of plants, such as the leaves, roots, stems, flowers, and seeds. These plant parts are often used as a tea, decoctions, extracts, made into capsules or even a footbath. These bulk herbs should be regarded as an added feature to modern western healthcare, and not as a replacement. Chinese traditional herbs ( Teas ) emphasize harmony and balance.
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References
https://examine.com/supplements/sophora-flavescens/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19538168/
http://alternativehealing.org/ku_shen.htm
https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/pharmacology-toxicology-and-pharmaceutical-science/sophora-flavescens
