Shu Di Huang vs Phyllanthus Emblica

The wine-prepared and steam-cooked form of Rehmannia root; black sticky appearance; strongest kidney yin and essence tonic in TCM.

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.

catalpol, rehmannioside, iridoids, polysaccharides, mannitol

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

Kidney and liver yin and essence deficiency in TCM, Blood deficiency patterns, Hair loss and premature aging, Used in major tonifying formulas

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

Hematopoietic stimulation, Anti-aging research, Immunomodulatory, Antidiabetic

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

9–30 g prepared root as decoction; 500 mg–1 g extract 2–3x daily

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

Damp-phlegm conditions, Spleen qi deficiency, Diarrhea, Pregnancy in large doses

Avoid with blood thinners, Use cautiously with diabetes medications

GI upset, Bloating, Diarrhea in cold-deficient constitutions

Loose stools with large amounts, Mild hypoglycemia