sour jujube seed

酸枣仁

suān zǎo rén · Ziziphus spinosa

Functions

nourishes the heart, soothes the spirit supplies blood to the liver controls and stops sweating

Indications

insomnia, anxiety, heart palpitations Irritability due to anemia night sweats

Contraindications

severe fever with a feeling of fullness

Notes

The primary herbal sleep aid in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM): nourishes the heart and the blood of the liver, and gently calms the spirit in cases of insomnia caused by blood deficiency. Family: Buckthorn family (Rhamnaceae) Part used: seed Active constituents: saponins (yubosides), flavonoids

For education only — not medical advice. Consult a qualified practitioner.