She Chuang Zi - Cnidiumzaad - Sperma Cnidii

She Chuang Zi (Cnidium Fruit) is een warm, bijtend en bitter kruid in de Traditionele Chinese Geneeskunde (TCM) dat gewaardeerd wordt voor het verwarmen van de nieren, het versterken van Yang en het behandelen van verschillende huidaandoeningen door zijn vermogen om vocht op te drogen en parasieten te doden. Het is afkomstig van de vrucht van Cnidium monnieri en wordt zowel inwendig als uitwendig veel gebruikt voor de gezondheid van de mannelijke voortplanting, onvruchtbaarheid door verkoudheid en chronische jeuk op de huid. She Chuang Zi is ook een belangrijk kruid in uitwendige wasformules voor eczeem, schimmelinfecties en genitale jeuk veroorzaakt door vocht-koude of vocht-hitte. De combinatie van Yang-tonificerende en vochtafdrijvende eigenschappen maakt het een veelzijdig kruid voor zowel reproductieve als dermatologische gezondheid.
Functies en voordelen
Warms the Kidneys and Strengthens YangImproves sexual vitality, treats impotence, and supports reproductive function in cases of Kidney Yang deficiency.
Expels Dampness and Kills ParasitesUsed externally for fungal infections, eczema, scabies, and genital itching caused by damp-cold or damp-heat.
Alleviates Itching and DiscomfortStops persistent itching and irritation in skin and genital conditions.
Supports Fertility in Cold-Type InfertilityWarms and nourishes the reproductive system in both men and women when deficiency is present.
Indications (Who Can Benefit from It?)✔ Men with impotence or infertility from Kidney Yang deficiency.✔ Women with cold-type infertility or chronic genital itching.✔ Individuals with eczema, fungal infections, or parasitic skin conditions.✔ Those with chronic damp-cold affecting the lower body.
Tongue & Pulse Diagnosis in TCMTongue: Pale with a thin white coating, indicating cold and Yang deficiency with dampness.Pulse: Deep and weak, reflecting Kidney Yang deficiency.
Related TCM PatternsKidney Yang Deficiency – Causes coldness, weakness, and reproductive issues.Damp-Coolness or Damp-Heat in the Skin – Leads to itching, rashes, and infections.
Clinical Applications (For Reference Only)Impotence and Low Libido – Warms the Kidneys and restores vitality.Genital Itching – Relieves discomfort from damp-cold or damp-heat irritation.Chronic Eczema or Fungal Infections – Used in topical washes or ointments.Cold-Type Infertility – Improves reproductive warmth and circulation.
Common Herbal Formulas with She Chuang ZiOften combined with Yin Yang Huo and Rou Cong Rong for Kidney Yang deficiency, or with Ku Shen and Huang Bai for damp-heat itching and infections.
Precautions & ContraindicationsAvoid in cases of Yin deficiency with heat signs.Not suitable for active skin inflammation without dampness.Use with caution during pregnancy.
Lifestyle & Dietary Recommendations✔ Eat warming foods such as lamb, walnuts, and black sesame seeds to support Kidney Yang.✔ Avoid excessive cold, raw, or greasy foods that contribute to dampness.✔ Maintain good hygiene and keep skin dry to prevent fungal overgrowth.✔ Engage in moderate exercise to support circulation and Yang energy.
ConclusionShe Chuang Zi (Cnidium Fruit) is a warm, Yang-tonifying and dampness-drying herb in TCM that strengthens reproductive health, alleviates itching, and treats chronic skin and genital disorders. It is valuable for both internal and external use in cold-type reproductive and skin conditions.