Chinese Anti-Gas By Nature's Sunshine Overview & Drug Interactions

Supplement: Chinese Anti-Gas by Nature's Sunshine

This product contains

• Chinese Giant Hyssop

  Ingredient Group	Agastache
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Chinese Hawthorn

  Description:

  Hawthorn is a shrub native to Europe, Asia, and North America. It is a member of the rose family and is known for its thorny branches and small, white or pink flowers, which bloom in the spring. The fruit, called a haw, is a small red berry that is edible and often used in traditional medicine. Hawthorn has been used to treat a variety of conditions, including gastrointestinal discomfort, heart disease, high blood pressure, and chest pain. For its purported blood pressure-lowering abilities, it is thought to work by dilating blood vessels and improving blood flow to the heart. Hawthorn dietary supplements are typically standardized extracts of the berry, leaf and flower of the plant.

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  Ingredient Group	Hawthorn
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Hoelen Sclerotium

  Ingredient Group	Poria mushroom
  Category	other

  
  

  Magnolia

  Description:

  Magnolia is a plant genus that belongs to the Magnoliaceae family and is native to North and South America, as well as Asia. Magnolia species are known for their large, fragrant flowers, which are typically white, pink, or purple in color and have a unique, cup-shaped appearance. Magnolia plant, specifically the flower bark and flower buds, have a long history of use in traditional medicine, and some species are claimed to have a number of potential health benefits, including reducing inflammation, relieving stress and anxiety, and improving sleep.

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  Ingredient Group	Magnolia
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Rice

  Ingredient Group	Rice
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Shen-Chu Blend

  Ingredient Group	Blend (Herb/Botanical)
  Category	blend

  
  

  • Barley

    Description:

    Barley, a widely used grain renowned for its high fiber content, serves both as a staple food and an ingredient in brewing various types of alcoholic beverages. Research suggests that barley's dietary fiber may reduce the risk of coronary heart disease. Studies indicate that daily consumption of 3-12 grams of barley can help lower total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol levels in adults with hypercholesterolemia. A key component of barley is beta-glucans, a soluble fiber known for its health benefits. Barley also contains tocopherols and tocotrienols, forms of vitamin E with antioxidant properties that further enhance its nutritional value. Moreover, barley contains hordenine and lunasin, compounds under study for their potential health-promoting effects.

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    Ingredient Group	Barley
    Category	botanical

    
    

    Apricot

    Description:

    Apricots are a type of fruit native to China and have been cultivated for thousands of years. They are typically small and orange in color, and have a sweet and slightly tart flavor. Apricots are a good source of vitamins A and C, potassium, and dietary fiber. They are also a source of antioxidants, which may help to protect the body from damage by harmful molecules known as free radicals. Apricot is used in dietary supplements as both the whole fruit and seeds (i.e., kernels). Apricot kernels have a separate monograph.

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    Ingredient Group	Apricot
    Category	botanical

    
    

    Pale Persicaria

    Ingredient Group	Persicaria lapathifolia
    Category	botanical

    
    

    Rice Bean

    Ingredient Group	Rice Bean
    Category	botanical

    
    

    Chinese Wormwood

    Description:

    Sweet Annie (Artemisia annua) is a plant native to Asia and a member of the daisy family. It is commonly known as 'sweet wormwood'. Sweet Annie has a long history of use in traditional medicine, particularly in China, where it is known as "qinghao." One of the primary constituents of Sweet Annie is 'artemisinin', which is often used as a sole ingredient in dietary supplements. Some studies have suggested that it may have potential health benefits, including the ability to reduce fever and inflammation and to kill certain types of bacteria and viruses. Sweet Annie is also used in some traditional and folk remedies for its insect-repellent properties and its purported ability to treat malaria.

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    Ingredient Group	Sweet Annie
    Category	botanical

    
    

    Xanthium

    Ingredient Group	Siberian cocklebur
    Category	botanical

    
    

  Tangerine

  Ingredient Group	Tangerine
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Gastrodia

  Ingredient Group	Gastrodia
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Asian Ginseng

  Ingredient Group	Oriental Ginseng
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Typhonium

  Ingredient Group	Typhonium flagelliforme
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Bai-Zhu Atractylodes

  Description:

  Atractylodes is a genus of flowering plants native to eastern Asia, with its roots being used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), traditional Japanese medicine (Kampo), and traditional Thai medicine. It is found in formulations like ninjin-yoei-to and shenling baizhu san. Pharmacokinetic studies show that atractylodin, a major bioactive compound, is absorbed rapidly after oral administration, with peak plasma concentrations reached within 0.5-2 hours. The root contains sesquiterpenoids, sterols, and essential oils, with constituents like atractylenolides and atractylon. These compounds contribute to various purported pharmacological effects, including anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, anti-viral, and gastrointestinal effects, but more research is needed for a better understanding of its overall effectiveness in these areas.

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  Ingredient Group	Atractylodes
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Chinese Amomum

  Ingredient Group	Chinese Amomum
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Platycodon

  Ingredient Group	Platycodon
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Ginger

  Description:

  Ginger is a spice native to Asia and part of the Zingiberaceae family. It has a pungent, spicy flavor and is often used to add flavor to dishes and drinks. Ginger has a long history of use in traditional medicine and is believed to have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and other medicinal properties. It is commonly used to treat nausea, motion sickness, and other digestive issues. Ginger is also sometimes used to relieve pain and reduce inflammation. Ginger supplements generally standardize several compounds found in the root, and are often labeled as containing a certain amount of 'ginger root extract'.

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  Ingredient Group	Ginger
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Chinese Licorice

  Description:

  Licorice, also known as glycyrrhiza, is a plant native to parts of Europe, Asia, and the Mediterranean region. The root of the plant has been used for centuries in traditional medicine and is often consumed in the form of candy, tea, and supplements. Licorice has a number of purported health benefits, including the ability to soothe sore throats, reduce inflammation, and improve digestive problems. It may also have antiviral and antibacterial properties. Licorice naturally contains glycyrrhizin, or glycyrrhizic acid, which can have toxic effects if consumed in large amounts. However, licorice can be processed to remove glycyrrhizin, resulting in DGL (deglycyrrhizinated licorice). Many dietary supplements that contain deglycyrrhizinated licorice are often simply named 'DGL'.

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  Ingredient Group	Chinese Licorice
  Category	botanical

  
  

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