Ingredient Spotlight

Lotus Seed / Lian Zi 

Why We Love It

Lotus seed is gentle and grounding, it supports digestion, calms the mind, and helps restore steady energy.

Traditionally Supports:

  • Digestion

  • Emotional balance

  • Energy

  • Sleep

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How It's Used

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Lotus seed is known for tonifying the Spleen and Kidneys while nourishing the Heart. It is often used to strengthen digestion and calm the spirit, especially when fatigued or restless - think ‘tired but wired.’

In Western medicine, Lotus seed is valued for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, as well as its ability to support liver health. Studies suggest it may help maintain healthy blood sugar and metabolism. Its natural compounds also support the nervous system, promoting calm, balanced mood, and overall brain health.

Fun Fact: Lotus seed has a special enzyme that can repair damage within its cells, allowing seeds to germinate even after lying dormant for over 1,000 years.

HOW WE USE IT

“Lotus seed is part of Elix’s Craving Support formula for its dual benefits, gently strengthening digestion while calming the mind. By supporting both the gut and the nervous system, it helps the body feel steady, satisfied, and more resilient against stress-driven cravings.”

- Dr Elizabeth Fine, DAOM, LAC

What the research says

Proven by 667  studies (and counting), doctors of all backgrounds can finally agree on the healing properties of this powerful herb.

A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial found that two weeks of standardized Nelumbinis semen significantly reduced depression and stress symptoms in adults with depressive disorders, supporting its safety and potential as a natural antidepressant.
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Nelumbinis Semen powder significantly reduced body fat, improved liver health, lowered blood sugar, and enhanced insulin sensitivity in high-fat diet–induced obese mice, indicating strong anti-obesity and antidiabetic effects.
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Lotus seed resistant starch (LRS) supports beneficial gut bacteria that increase enzymes breaking down bile salts, helping reduce harmful bile acid conversion.
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An extract from the skin of lotus seeds significantly lowered blood sugar in diabetic mice by inhibiting enzymes like α-glucosidase, highlighting its potential as a natural hypoglycemic food.
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