Product Overview
Jiao Zhi Zi refers to roasted gardenia fruit, which is a traditional Chinese herbal medicine made from the fruit of Gardenia jasminoides. In Chinese medicine, Zhi Zi (Gardenia fruit) is used for its cooling, detoxifying, and anti-inflammatory properties, but when it is roasted, it becomes Jiao Zhi Zi, which has slightly different effects and is typically used to treat specific conditions. The process of roasting Zi Zi enhances its ability to focus on clearing heat and stopping bleeding, making it more effective for certain conditions. It can also reduce the bitter taste of the raw fruit, which can be harsh on the stomach.
Health benefits include:
Clear Heat and Remove Dampness: It's used for clearing excess heat in the body and to resolve damp conditions, often helping with issues like jaundice, urinary difficulties, and digestive problems.
Calm the Liver: It can help calm liver fire, which can be beneficial for treating conditions like headaches, dizziness, and irritability caused by liver heat.
Promote Blood Circulation: Jiao Zhi Zi is often used in formulas aimed at promoting blood circulation, especially for conditions like menstrual irregularities or painful periods.
Specific Conditions Treated with Jiao Zhi Zi:
Jaundice: A classic symptom of damp-heat affecting the liver and gallbladder. Jiao Zhi Zi helps to resolve this type of heat and clear the yellowing of the skin or eyes.
Urinary Issues: When heat causes painful urination or a feeling of burning during urination, Jiao Zhi Zi can help clear the heat from the urinary tract.
Fever and Infections: Due to its cooling properties, it’s used in formulas for conditions where there’s an internal fever, especially when heat is affecting the blood or causing inflammation.
How to Use:
Decoction: The most common method for preparing Jiao Zhi Zi is by boiling it in water as part of a decoction. It’s often combined with other herbs to target specific conditions. The standard dosage in a decoction would typically range from 6–12g, depending on the formula.
Powdered Form: It can be ground into a powder and taken with warm water or added to capsules.
Herbal Extracts: Some herbal stores might offer Jiao Zhi Zi in tincture or extract form, making it easier for people to consume without boiling.