{"id":298,"date":"2023-10-20T05:04:57","date_gmt":"2023-10-20T05:04:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ccmlondon.com\/app_herbs\/?page_id=298"},"modified":"2023-10-20T05:04:57","modified_gmt":"2023-10-20T05:04:57","slug":"wu-wei-zi","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ccmlondon.com\/app_herbs\/wu-wei-zi\/","title":{"rendered":"WU WEI ZI"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Wu Wei Zi, also known as Schisandra Berry, in the context of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Here&#8217;s an overview of its uses, research findings, and contraindications:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>TCM Uses:<\/strong><br>1. Tonifies and regulates Qi: Wu Wei Zi is commonly used in TCM to tonify and regulate Qi (vital energy). It is believed to have a balancing effect on various organ systems and promote overall vitality and well-being.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. Supports the lungs and relieves cough: It is used to nourish the lungs, moisten dryness, and alleviate symptoms like cough, wheezing, and shortness of breath.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. Calms the spirit: Wu Wei Zi is considered an adaptogen and is used to calm the spirit, reduce stress, and support mental and emotional well-being.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. Benefits the liver and eyes: It is believed to have a positive effect on liver function and vision health, helping to nourish the eyes and improve visual acuity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Research Findings:<\/strong><br>1. Adaptogenic effects: Wu Wei Zi has been studied for its adaptogenic properties, which help the body adapt to stress and may support physical and mental resilience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects: The berries contain bioactive compounds that exhibit antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, which may provide beneficial effects on various aspects of health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. Liver protective effects: Some research suggests that Wu Wei Zi may have hepatoprotective properties, protecting the liver from damage caused by toxins or certain conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contraindications:<\/strong><br>1. Hyperactivity and insomnia: Wu Wei Zi may have mild sedative effects, so excessive use or use before bedtime may interfere with sleep patterns and cause drowsiness or sedation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. Sensitive stomach or diarrhea: In rare cases, Wu Wei Zi may cause digestive discomfort or exacerbate diarrhea symptoms in individuals with a sensitive stomach or digestive issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. Pregnancy and breastfeeding: The safety of Wu Wei Zi during pregnancy and breastfeeding has not been fully established, so it is generally recommended to exercise caution or avoid use during these periods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As with any herbal remedy, it&#8217;s important to consult with a qualified TCM practitioner or healthcare professional before using Wu Wei Zi to ensure appropriate usage, dosage, and to discuss any potential contraindications or interactions with other medications or health conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dosage 5 tsin<br>Granules 3ml Spoon<br>Ground Raw Herb 5ml Spoon<br>Whole Herb 15gm<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Wu Wei Zi, also known as Schisandra Berry, in the context of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Here&#8217;s an overview of its uses, research findings, and contraindications: TCM Uses:1. Tonifies and regulates Qi: Wu Wei Zi is commonly used in TCM to tonify and regulate Qi (vital energy). It is believed to have a balancing effect [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"pmpro_default_level":0,"_ppp_document_settings_meta":"","footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-298","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry","pmpro-has-access"],"blocksy_meta":"","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ccmlondon.com\/app_herbs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/298","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ccmlondon.com\/app_herbs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ccmlondon.com\/app_herbs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ccmlondon.com\/app_herbs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ccmlondon.com\/app_herbs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=298"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/ccmlondon.com\/app_herbs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/298\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":299,"href":"https:\/\/ccmlondon.com\/app_herbs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/298\/revisions\/299"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ccmlondon.com\/app_herbs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=298"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}