Phyllanthus Emblica vs Hu Zhang

One of the most revered Rasayana herbs in Ayurveda; the fruits are one of the richest plant sources of vitamin C (1800mg/100g); a cornerstone of the Triphala formula.

Invasive shrub native to East Asia now widespread worldwide, whose root contains high concentrations of resveratrol and emodin, used in TCM for blood-moving and joint conditions.

Emblicanin A and B, Ellagic acid, Gallic acid, Vitamin C

resveratrol, emodin, polydatin, physcion, anthraquinones

Rejuvenative tonic and anti-aging in Ayurveda, Eye health and vision preservation, Digestive and liver tonic

blood stasis, jaundice, joint pain, burns topically, cancer support

Vitamin C and antioxidant supplement, Hair health and anti-graying, Immune enhancement and anti-aging

anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, cardiovascular support, antiviral, antitumor

1-3g dried fruit powder or 500mg standardized extract twice daily

500mg–2g resveratrol extract daily or 9–15g decoction

Avoid with blood thinners, Use cautiously with diabetes medications

pregnancy, anticoagulants, bleeding disorders, cancer with estrogen sensitivity

Loose stools with large amounts, Mild hypoglycemia

nausea, diarrhea, bleeding risk, estrogen-like effects