Shan Yao
( Chinese Yam )
山藥
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Pesticide Free
Sulfur Free
Shan Yao
(Chinese Yam )
山藥
1 lb Dried Herb | Item #: AH616
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    Summary

    Natural, authentic Shan Yao bulk herb in a sealed bag.

    The product is an authentic, premium Chinese herb prepared according to Chinese medicine traditions. Guaranteed right herb identity, right parts, and at proper maturity. Pure herb content.

    Fully tested for identity, sulfites, microbes, heavy metals, and pesticides. Ready to use.
    What does it do?

    In the term of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM),

    Property

    Shan Yao is sweet, neutral.

    Channels

    Shan Yao influences Spleen, Lung, Kidney.

    Action

    • Tonifies the Spleen and nourishes the Stomach.
    • Nourishes the Lungs and generates fluids.
    • Tonifies the Kidneys and retains Jing.

    作用

    补脾养胃,生津益肺,补肾涩精

    ActiveHerb Advantages
    ActiveHerb Fully Tested Bulk Herbs Advantage

    CHINESE HERBS IN THEIR
    ORIGINAL DRIED STATE

    Only with the utmost purity.
    Ready to Use
    Identity Tested

    Identity Tested

    Identity tests include basic organoleptic analysis, microscopy, and TLC.

    Active Ingredients Tested

    Active Ingredients Tested

    To ensure potency, we test active ingredients using HPLC and other methods in adherence to the PRC Pharmacopoeia when applicable.

    No Sulfites Added

    No Sulfites Added

    We process our herbs without adding sulfites for preservation.

    Microbial Tested

    Microbial Tested

    Our herbs are thoroughly cleaned and tested for bacteria, yeast, and mold to ensure they meet strict safety standards and are ready for direct use.

    Heavy Metal Tested

    Heavy Metal Tested

    We test for heavy metals including lead, arsenic, mercury, and cadmium to ensure levels meet or exceed established safety standards.

    Pesticides Tested

    Pesticides Tested

    We screen for pesticide residues according to the PRC Pharmacopoeia to ensure our herbs meet safety standards.

    How to use it?

    In TCM, Shan Yao bulk herbs is used in the daily dosage of 15 to 30 g. In most cases, bulk herbs are cooked in boiling water to make tea or soup for consumption.

    Precaution

    Side effects


    The Chinese herb has been safely used with few adverse effects when used as directed.

    Warning


    Stop use if any side reaction occurs.

    Allergy

    Precaution

    Use bulk Chinese herbs with caution. Professional advice is suggested. In TCM, bulk Chinese herbs are mostly combined in the context of formulas to enhance each other's desirable action and to minimize any potential side effect. You may want to search our extensive collection of patent Chinese medicine to find the formulas that utilize the herb of interest.
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