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Cibotium barometz
TCM tree fern used to strengthen the Kidney and lower back; prescribed for weakness of the lumbar spine, incontinence, and vaginal discharge.
Gou Ji (Cibotium barometz) is a traditional Chinese herb derived from a tree fern, primarily used to strengthen the Kidney and lower back, addressing weakness of the lumbar spine, urinary incontinence, and vaginal discharge. Its key active compounds include cibotium barometz saponins, starch, tannic acid, and fatty acids, which contribute to its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and analgesic properties.
Gou Ji exerts anti-inflammatory effects through inhibition of cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) and lipoxygenase (LOX) pathways, reducing prostaglandin and leukotriene synthesis. Its antioxidant activity is mediated by free radical scavenging via phenolic hydroxyl groups in tannic acid and flavonoids, protecting cells from oxidative stress. The saponins may modulate the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis, contributing to the TCM concept of 'tonifying the Kidney' and supporting joint health by inhibiting matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) and promoting collagen synthesis.
TCM tree fern used to strengthen the Kidney and lower back; prescribed for weakness of the lumbar spine, incontinence, and vaginal discharge.
Gou Ji (Cibotium barometz) is a traditional Chinese herb derived from a tree fern, primarily used to strengthen the Kidney and lower back, addressing weakness of the lumbar spine, urinary incontinence, and vaginal discharge. Its key active compounds include cibotium barometz saponins, starch, tannic acid, and fatty acids, which contribute to its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and analgesic properties.
Gou Ji exerts anti-inflammatory effects through inhibition of cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) and lipoxygenase (LOX) pathways, reducing prostaglandin and leukotriene synthesis. Its antioxidant activity is mediated by free radical scavenging via phenolic hydroxyl groups in tannic acid and flavonoids, protecting cells from oxidative stress. The saponins may modulate the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis, contributing to the TCM concept of 'tonifying the Kidney' and supporting joint health by inhibiting matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) and promoting collagen synthesis.