Bai Jie Zi (White Mustard Seed, Semen Sinapis, 白芥子)

1 lb authentic, natural Bai Jie Zi in bulk herb (sealed bag)

Common names: 辣菜子

Scientific name: Seed of Sinapis alba L., Sinapis Albae Semen

Parts used: Seed

Benefits: Must be prescribed by a TCMP, see caution below. Functions of warming the lungs to resolve phlegm, regulating qi, and dissipating nodules to reduce swelling. It is primarily used for wheezing and coughing due to cold-phlegm, pleural effusion, deep-seated abscesses and migrating abscesses, numbness of the limbs, and joint swelling and pain.

CAUTION:

White mustard seed oil is highly irritating to the skin and mucous membranes, capable of causing local congestion, a burning sensation, and even blistering; excessive oral intake can lead to vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. Should adverse reactions occur, symptomatic treatment must be administered immediately.

Based on standardized traditions of Chinese Medicine, the process of selecting, slicing, drying, sterilizing, fermenting, roasting, and steaming has been applied to achieve best properties and efficiencies of each herb.  

Caution: Use single Chinese herbs with caution; professional healthcare advice is recommended. Chinese herbs are generally combined in herbal formulas to work effectively together for desired results, and to minimize potential side effects. You can search our extensive collection of patent Chinese medicine to find the formula with the utilized herb most suitable for your health needs.  

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