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Ziziphus jujuba var. spinosa
Key Kampo herb for calming the heart-mind and treating insomnia with deficiency.
Zizyphus Jujube Seed (Ziziphus jujuba var. spinosa) is a key Kampo herb traditionally used to calm the heart-mind and treat insomnia associated with blood deficiency. Modern research indicates anxiolytic, sedative, and antidepressant properties, attributed to active compounds such as jujubosides, betulin, and oleic acid. It is commonly dosed at 9-18g daily and is considered safe in pregnancy but contraindicated in excess heat insomnia.
Jujubosides, particularly jujuboside A and B, are thought to modulate GABA-A receptors, enhancing chloride ion influx and producing sedative effects. Additionally, these saponins may inhibit glutamate release and reduce neuronal excitability. Betulin and oleic acid contribute to anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective actions, potentially via modulation of the serotonergic system and reduction of oxidative stress. The overall effect is a calming of the mind and reduction of anxiety without significant cognitive impairment.
Key Kampo herb for calming the heart-mind and treating insomnia with deficiency.
Zizyphus Jujube Seed (Ziziphus jujuba var. spinosa) is a key Kampo herb traditionally used to calm the heart-mind and treat insomnia associated with blood deficiency. Modern research indicates anxiolytic, sedative, and antidepressant properties, attributed to active compounds such as jujubosides, betulin, and oleic acid. It is commonly dosed at 9-18g daily and is considered safe in pregnancy but contraindicated in excess heat insomnia.
Jujubosides, particularly jujuboside A and B, are thought to modulate GABA-A receptors, enhancing chloride ion influx and producing sedative effects. Additionally, these saponins may inhibit glutamate release and reduce neuronal excitability. Betulin and oleic acid contribute to anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective actions, potentially via modulation of the serotonergic system and reduction of oxidative stress. The overall effect is a calming of the mind and reduction of anxiety without significant cognitive impairment.