suan zao ren
酸枣仁 semen zizyphi spinosae
"sour date seed"
Heart, Liver, Gallbladder, Spleen
Neutral
Sweet & Sour
dosage: 9-15 grams
I can attest that this is a beautiful herb for generating a good night's sleep. After all, it "nourishes the heart yin." That's nice. It's indications are short and sweet and simple. That's nice too. And it's very safe.
What's special about Suan Zao Ren is that it tonifies the interior while inhibiting the exterior (nourishes yin and blood while locking down the pores).
Specific indications:
1. Nourish Heart Yin / Augment Liver Blood / Quiets the Spirit
* irritability, insomnia, palpitations w/ anxiety due to blood or yin deficiency
2. Prevents spontaneous and night sweats
Caution with severe diarrhea or heat from excess
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