Overview of the health benefits of Eclipta

Eclipta prostrata (scientific name: Eclipta prostrata), also known as Eclipta prostrata or Eclipta prostrata, is a traditional Chinese medicinal material that has the functions of nourishing yin and nourishing the kidneys, cooling blood and stopping bleeding, protecting the liver and improving eyesight. Modern research shows that it is rich in active ingredients such as flavonoids and saponins, which has certain auxiliary effects on improving hair loss, regulating immunity, and anti-oxidation. Major health benefits include:Hair care and hair loss prevention, liver and kidney conditioning, hemostasis and anti-inflammation, the secondary effects involve relieving oral ulcers, improving skin health, etc. The following will elaborate on the core functions.

Hair care, anti-hair loss and liver and kidney nourishment

Eclipta is known as the "Holy Medicine for Black Hair" in Chinese medicine theory. Its extract can promote blood circulation in hair follicles and delay the formation of white hair. The classic prescription "Erzhi Wan" (a combination of Eclipta and Ligustrum lucidum) is often used for hair loss and premature graying of beard and hair caused by liver and kidney yin deficiency. Modern research shows that its flavonoids can inhibit 5α-reductase activity and reduce hair loss triggers (quoted from "Chinese Materia Medica"). Some hair care products such asYunnan Baiyao Yangyuanqing ShampooThat is, the ingredient of Eclipta is added to prevent hair loss and strengthen hair.

Cooling blood, stopping bleeding and anti-inflammatory effect

The hemostatic effect of Eclipta is recorded in the "Compendium of Materia Medica" and is suitable for blood-heat symptoms such as epistaxis and gum bleeding. Its tannins and saponins can constrict blood vessels and promote platelet aggregation. In clinical practice, it is often used in combination with Rehmannia glutinosa and Danbark for functional uterine bleeding (Citation: "Chinese Pharmacopoeia"). In addition, its anti-inflammatory properties can relieve oral ulcers and skin eczema, which are commonly seen inTong Ren Tang Eclipta Oral Sprayand other external preparations.

Antioxidation and immune regulation

The polysaccharides and phenolics in Eclipta are capable of scavenging free radicals, and animal experiments have shown that they can reduce liver oxidative damage (Citation: "Chinese Medicine Pharmacology and Clinical Practice"). Some health products such asGPHL Eclipta Eclipta CapsulesCombine it with Ganoderma spore powder to enhance immunity. It should be noted that it is cool in nature, and those with spleen and stomach deficiency need to be used with warming and tonic medicinal materials.

Summary and Notes

The health-preserving value of Eclipta is focused on regulating the liver and kidneys and balancing qi and blood, but it needs to be used based on syndrome differentiation. Although its extract is used in anti-hair loss shampoos, oral capsules and other products (such as

Manufacturer	Products
Yunnan Baiyao	Yangyuanqing anti-hair loss shampoo
GPHL	Eclipta herbal capsules

), but cannot replace drug treatment. It is recommended to use it under the guidance of a doctor to avoid long-term overdose.

Quote sources:
1. "Chinese Materia Medica" (edited by the State Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine)
2. "Compendium of Materia Medica" by Li Shizhen (Ming Dynasty)
3. "Chinese Pharmacopoeia" 2020 Edition
4. Product descriptions on the official websites of Yunnan Baiyao and Guangzhou Pharmaceutical Group