Huang Qi Zhi Mu vs Vanilla

TCM herb that clears heat, nourishes yin, and moistens dryness. Used in kidney yin deficiency formulas and to reduce excess fire. Key herb in Bai Hu Tang and Zhi Bai Di Huang Wan.

The world's second most expensive spice (after saffron), used by Aztecs as medicine and flavoring with real health benefits.

sarsasapogenin, timosaponin AIII, mangiferin, anemarsaponins

Vanillin, Vanillic acid, p-hydroxybenzaldehyde, Piperonal

Clear heat and nourish yin, Treat deficiency heat sweats, Moisten dryness and quench thirst, Reduce lung and stomach fire

Digestive aid, Aphrodisiac, Fever, Anxiety relief

Anti-inflammatory, Antidiabetic, Neuroprotective, Bone health

Antioxidant, Anti-inflammatory, Anxiolytic (aromatherapy), Anticancer research

6-12g dried rhizome or 300-600mg extract daily

Culinary use liberally; 1-2ml pure extract in warm milk for calming

Cold-damp constitution in TCM, Diarrhea, Avoid without heat signs

None at culinary doses

Diarrhea, GI upset

Headache (some individuals), Contact dermatitis (occupational)