Single Herbs

Category	Bu Xu Yao 補虛藥
Sub Category	Bu Yin 補陰
Name	Gou Qi Zi 枸杞子 Matrimony vine fruit
Grown	West China.
Source	Dried, ripe fruit of Lycium chinense MILL.
Ingredients	Zeaxanthin
Pharma Effect	1) Effect on blood pressure: the herbal extract can lower arterial pressure in rabbits' necks. 2) Effect on lipid metabolism: an inhibiting effect on the increase of cholesterol and phospholipid (induced by carbon tetrachloride) is seen after feeding the
Properties	Sweet, neutral
Channels	Liver, kidney
Function	Moistens lung, clears liver, nourishes kidney, tones qi, generates vital essence, improves vision, nourishes intestines and strengthens muscle and joints.
Clinic Usage	For thirst, dry throat, nocturnal emission, headache, blurred vision and consumptive disease.
Cautions
Dosage	6~12g
Storage	Store in a cool place. Avoid dampness and infestation by worms.