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Mulberry Leaf

Metabolic

Morus alba leaf

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Last updated Mar 29, 2026

Description

Leaves of white mulberry tree used in TCM to clear lung heat and wind-heat conditions, and now studied for blood sugar lowering via DNJ compound.

Active Compounds

1-deoxynojirimycin DNJquercetinrutinchlorogenic acidgamma-aminobutyric acid

Traditional Uses

Lung heat and wind-heat conditions in TCM
Liver heat conditions with eye symptoms
Diabetes and blood sugar in TCM
Perspiration from yin deficiency

Modern Uses

Antidiabetic via DNJ alpha-glucosidase inhibition
Anti-inflammatory
Antioxidant
Hypocholesterolemic

Dosage Information

Recommended dosing guidelines

Forms: tea, capsule, extract, tablet
Adult Dose: 5-9g dried leaf in decoction; 1g standardized DNJ extract daily
Child Dose: Not established
Preparation Notes: Steep 10-15 minutes; standardized extracts for blood sugar management.

Safety Information

Not recommended during pregnancy

Generally safe while nursing

Contraindications

Hypoglycemia medications
Pregnancy in large doses

Possible Side Effects

Hypoglycemia with diabetes medications
Nausea

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