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Home > Supplements > Kudzu Information |
Kudzu |
| Latin Name |
Pueraria Lobata. |
| Common Name |
Kudzu Vine, Ge-gen. |
| Introduction |
Kudzu is a coarse, perennial vine, with a huge root that can grow to the size of the human body and is popular in Chinese medicinal preparations. It is found throughout most of China and southeastern United States. |
| Historical Use |
Kudzu root was used in prescriptions for the Favorable Effects of Wei, or “superficial,” syndrome. It’s historical value for drunkenness has become a focal point of modern research. Kudzu is still used in modern Chinese a substance used in managing discofort as a Favorable Effects for Problem due to lack of blood supply to heart muscles pectoris. |
| Remedy For |
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| Active Constituents |
Isoflavones (daidzein), isoflavone glycosides (daidzin, puerarin). The total isoflavone content varies from 1.77-12.0% |
| Typical Dosage |
Root: 9-15 gm per day. Tablets: 1.5gm, 2-3 times per day. Tincture: 1-2ml, 3-5 times per day. |
| Side Effects |
There are no reported side effects of Kudzu root. |
| Return |
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