Herb Listings


Jue Ming Zi / Cassia Seeds

Taste: Bitter, Sweet • Temperature: Cool • Category: Clear Heat • Sub Category: Drain Fire
Dosage 9-15g, up to 30g if used alone	Actions 1. Clears the vision & expels wind-heat: for itchy, red, & paniful eyes & sensitivity to light due to externally contracted wind-heat. 2. Clears the Liver & benefits the eyes: for patterns of ascendant Liver yang with such symptoms as headaches, red, painful eyes, excessive tearing, or sensitivity to light. 3. Moistenes the Intestines & unblocks the bowels for dry or infrequent stools or chronic constipatin especailly when due to Liver yin deficiency. 4. Recently used to prevent atherosclerosis as it lowers both blood pressure & serum cholesterol.	Meridians Liver, Kidney, Large Intestine	Cautions Do not use with huo ma ren. Not recommended for use in cases with diarrhea or hypotension.

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