Sheng Di Huang vs Physalis peruviana

Tuberous perennial of North China; root is one of the most important yin-nourishing herbs in TCM — used in dozens of classical formulas for yin deficiency conditions.

Andean fruit with withanolides; anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties; dried berries as superfood.

catalpol, rehmannioside, acteoside, ajugol, polysaccharides

withanolides, physalins, vitamin C, carotenoids, flavonoids

Yin deficiency with heat in TCM, Kidney and liver yin deficiency, Bleeding from heat conditions, Used in Liu Wei Di Huang Wan and many formulas

cancer support, diabetes, liver conditions, inflammation, food

Anti-inflammatory, Immunomodulatory, Antidiabetic, Cardioprotective

anti-cancer (withanolides), anti-diabetic, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory

10–30 g dried root as decoction; 500 mg–1 g extract 2–3x daily

As food; 500mg extract 2x/day

Spleen-stomach deficiency with cold, Diarrhea, Pregnancy in large doses

nightshade sensitivity, pregnancy (high withanolide doses)

GI upset, Diarrhea, Nausea in excess

GI upset with excess