Bupleurum root, used in Chinese medicine, may help chronic liver disease:
“The spindly, yellow-flowered Bupleurum chinense and some closely related species are key herbs in traditional Chinese medicine prescribed for mood swings and gastrointestinal conditions. The root of the plant is one of the main ingredients in an herbal formula widely known by its Japanese name, Sho-saiko-to — in Chinese it’s known as xiao chai hu tang — that contains ginseng, licorice, ginger and a handful of other herbs in addition to Bupleurum. Sho-saiko-to has recently gained scientific attention for its potential in managing chronic liver disease.”
DAAN carries two products with this root: Hsiao Yao Wan, used for anxiety and digestion, and Jia Wei Hsiao Yao Wan, for irritiability and increased vigor.
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