Codonopsis - Dang Shen | Premium Raw Herb

Amount: 2oz / 57g What it is: Codonopsis root (Dang Shen) is a qi-boosting herb that is widely used in Chinese Medicine as a less expensive alternative to (Korean) ginseng root (Ren shen). It is great herb to add to your diet to boost overall health and vitality, or to rebuild a weakened constitution... and being neutral - mildly warming in temperature, it is much easier on the body taken long term (as opposed to Korean ginseng which is quite warming and not really meant to ingest regularly). In the practice of Chinese Medicine, codonopsis root is most often used in formula to help with weak/sluggish digestion when there are symptoms like abdominal bloating, weakness, fatigue, and loose, watery stools. It is also added to formulas to boost Lung qi, which means that it can be a helpful ally for a generally weakened respiratory system. Which concerns is it good for? ✔ weakened constitution/recovering from illness ✔ weak, sluggish digestion ✔ weak cough, wheezing, and shortness of breath Key benefits: - general vitality tonic - strengthens weak digestion - strengthens the lung's ability to draw in breath - relieves abdominal bloating (and other digestive symptoms) Traditional Chinese medicine benefits: - tonifies Spleen qi - tonifies Lung qi - nourishes blood & generates body fluids What else you need to know: Like all qi tonics in Chinese Medicine, you should not take it if you feel yourself getting sick-- this is an herb that goes down and into the body and using when you are catching a viral "thing" can drive the pathogen down into the body and make the cold or flu symptoms worse; likewise, if you tend to run hot you should take periodic breaks from continuous, daily use of this herb. . Suggested usage: Simmer approximately 6 - 10 grams of the raw root per pint of water for 20-60 minutes. Do not let the water come to hard boil (this will destroy many of the constituents you want in the decoction). Discard the leftover plant material and drink the remaining liquid. This will keep for approximately 48 hours in the fridge before losing its medicinal efficacy. You can also cook this herb into soups and/or hot cereals. This method is especially good in convalescent individuals and those who are having trouble keeping food down (cf. candied dates - Mi zao). Ingredients: Codonopsis root (Dang Shen) Premium Raw Herb