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Zanthoxylum bungeanum
This herb is NOT recommended during pregnancy due to potential risks to the developing fetus.
This herb is NOT recommended while breastfeeding as effects on infants are unknown.
Consult your healthcare provider before use.
Numbing spice used in TCM for warming the middle, killing parasites, and relieving pain. Creates unique tingling sensation.
Numbing spice used in TCM for warming the middle, killing parasites, and relieving pain. Creates unique tingling sensation. Key active compounds include hydroxy-alpha-sanshool, zanthoxylum alkaloids, limonene.
hydroxy-alpha-sanshool, along with zanthoxylum alkaloids and limonene, are the primary bioactive compounds in Szechuan Pepper. These compounds modulates NF-κB and COX-2 inflammatory pathways, disrupts microbial cell membranes and inhibits pathogen growth, stimulates digestive enzyme secretion and GI motility.
Pain relief
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Antimicrobial effects
Limited clinical evidence; primarily supported by traditional use and preliminary studies
Digestive stimulation
Anti-inflammatory research
Warming the middle burner
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Killing parasites
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Relieving toothache
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
Treating abdominal pain
Based on traditional use; clinical evidence limited
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