Yuan Zhi-Polygala gepekelde wortel-Radix Polygalae

Yuan Zhi, known as Polygala tenuifolia, is a widely used Shen-calming and phlegm-transforming herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). It is known for its ability to nourish the Heart, enhance memory, calm the mind, and resolve phlegm misting the Heart. Yuan Zhi is commonly prescribed for conditions such as insomnia, anxiety, poor memory, mental fog, emotional distress, and excessive phlegm accumulation.

Functies en voordelen

Calms the Shen and Relieves Insomnia and Anxiety
Gebruikt voor de behandeling van restlessness, palpitations, emotional instability, and poor sleep caused by Heart and Kidney disharmony.

Enhances Memory and Supports Cognitive Function
Traditionally used to improve focus, mental clarity, and memory retention, especially in elderly individuals or those with stress-induced forgetfulness.

Transforms Phlegm and Clears the Mind
Effectief voor mental fog, disorientation, and difficulty concentrating caused by excessive phlegm misting the Heart.

Reduces Phlegm and Opens the Lungs
Gebruikt voor cough with excessive phlegm, wheezing, and difficulty breathing associated with lung congestion.

Indicaties
Personen met insomnia, nightmares, or frequent waking due to mental agitation
Mensen die forgetfulness, mental fatigue, or brain fog
Patiënten met phlegm-related emotional disturbances or anxiety
Degenen die lijden aan excessive mucus production, cough, or respiratory congestion

Diagnose van tong en pols in TCM
Tong: Pale or red with a greasy coating (indicating phlegm misting the Heart)
Pols: Slippery and rapid (suggesting excessive phlegm or internal heat)

Common TCM Patterns Treated by Yuan Zhi
Heart and Kidney Disharmony – Insomnia, palpitations, emotional distress
Phlegm Misting the Heart – Mental fog, confusion, forgetfulness
Lung Phlegm Accumulation – Cough, wheezing, excessive mucus

Voorzorgsmaatregelen en contra-indicaties
Niet geschikt voor personen met Yin-deficiëntie met hitteverschijnselen.
Vermijden in gevallen van stomach irritation or ulcers, as it may be too stimulating.
Voorzichtig gebruiken in pregnancy and individuals with dry cough.

Conclusie
Yuan Zhi is a versatile Shen-calming and cognitive-supporting herb in TCMgewaardeerd om zijn vermogen om enhance memory, clear phlegm, improve mental clarity, and relieve emotional distress. Het is dual role in calming the mind and transforming phlegm makes it a powerful herb for insomnia, forgetfulness, anxiety, and respiratory issues.