Ingredient Spotlight
Water Plantain / Ze Xie
WHY WE LOVE IT
Water Plantain is a versatile herb that supports balance and complements the supportive effects of other botanicals, making it a key player in holistic well-being.
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How It's Used
In Chinese herbal traditions, Water Plantain has long been treasured for its ability to help restore balance by promoting natural fluid flow and addressing internal warmth or dampness. This aligns with its role in supporting overall harmony within the body.
In Western herbal practices, Water Plantain is celebrated for its ability to ease water retention and promote comfort while offering natural support for the liver and immune system. Known for its versatile properties, it also contributes to overall vitality.
Fun Fact: Often found in ponds and lakes, Water Plantain’s striking, lily-like appearance belies the true star: its underground rhizome, revered in both Traditional Chinese herbal practices for its beneficial properties.
HOW WE USE IT
Ze Xie was added along with Zhi Mu to help nourish yin and clear yin deficiency heat. Zhi Bai Di Huang Wan is a classical Chinese herbal formula that contains Ze Xie and Zhi Mu, along with the following herbs that are also found in Elix Cycle Balance: Foxglove, Moutan, and Poria.
- Lulu Ge, Founder & CEO
How we use it
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