Overview of the health benefits of Shayuanzi

Shayuanzi, also known as Tribulus terrestris, is a commonly used nourishing medicinal material in traditional Chinese medicine. Its main functions include:Nourishes the kidneys and strengthens essence, nourishes the liver, improves eyesight, and strengthens muscles and bonesWait. Its core functions focus on regulating liver and kidney function, improving soreness and weakness of waist and knees, and alleviating blurred vision and other problems. It is suitable for middle-aged and elderly people and people with physical weakness. The secondary effects include the potential of assisting in lowering blood pressure, antioxidant, etc. confirmed by modern research. The following will analyze its mechanism and applicable scenarios in detail from primary to secondary.

Tonify the kidneys and strengthen essence, improve men’s health

Shayuanzi has been regarded as aKidney-tonifying medicine, "Compendium of Materia Medica" records that it "replenishes sperm and cures spermatorrhea and premature ejaculation." Modern research shows that it is rich in flavonoids, which can regulate sex hormone levels and have a certain effect on improving waist and knee weakness and nocturnal emissions caused by kidney deficiency. For example, Tong Ren Tang’s"Shayuanzi Capsules"This is used as the main ingredient to treat kidney deficiency. It should be noted that the effect of a single medicine is limited, and it is recommended to combine it with medicinal materials such as Eucommia ulmoides to enhance the effect.

Nourish the liver and improve eyesight, relieve visual fatigue

in ShayuanziProvitamin AAnd antioxidant components have a protective effect on the liver and eyes. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that "the liver opens the eyes", and its liver-nourishing properties can indirectly improve problems such as blurred vision and dry eyes. A study conducted by Beijing University of Chinese Medicine pointed out that water decoction of Semen elegans can reduce liver cell damage and is suitable for people with long-term excessive eye use. On the market such as“Lei Yun Shangsha Yuanzi Tea”It is an alternative tea drink for such needs.

Assists in regulating blood pressure and anti-aging

In recent years, research has found that Shayuanzi’stotal flavonoidsandpolysaccharideThe ingredients may help lower blood pressure by dilating blood vessels, and animal experiments show that its extract can reduce blood pressure by 10%-15% (data from "Chinese Herbal Medicine" 2020). In addition, its antioxidant capacity can delay cell aging, but it requires long-term use to be effective. For example"Jiuzhitang Shayuanzi Granules"Relevant auxiliary functions are marked in the product description, but they must be used according to medical advice.

Summary and Notes

As a medicinal and edible material, the core value of Shayuanzi isLiver and kidney synchrony, suitable for mild tonic for sub-healthy people. However, it should be noted that pregnant women and those with yin deficiency and excessive fire should not use it; commercially available products such as capsules and teas have different effects, so it is recommended to choose according to your physical constitution. The following is some common product information:

Citing sources: 1. "Compendium of Materia Medica" (Li Shizhen); 2. "Chinese Herbal Medicine" Issue 12, 2020; 3. Institute of Liver Disease, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine; 4. Product information comes from the official websites of each brand.