Description:
Bei Sha Shen (Glehnia littoralis) by Integrity Health Naturals is a traditional Chinese herbal medicine prepared from the dried root of Glehnia littoralis, commonly known as Bei Sha Shen, Glehnia Root, or Coastal Glehnia Root. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Bei Sha Shen is traditionally valued for its nourishing and moistening properties, particularly its traditional affinity for the Lung and Stomach. It is traditionally used to nourish Yin, benefit the Lung, nourish the Stomach, generate fluids, and relieve dryness.
Bei Sha Shen is traditionally used to nourish Lung Yin and support healthy respiratory function. It is traditionally selected for dry cough, throat dryness, and other symptoms associated with Lung Yin deficiency or Lung dryness.
Bei Sha Shen is also traditionally used to nourish Stomach Yin and generate body fluids. In TCM, it may be selected for dry mouth, thirst, dry throat, reduced appetite, and discomfort associated with Stomach Yin deficiency.
Benefits:
- Traditional Chinese herbal medicine prepared from Bei Sha Shen (Glehnia Root)
- Traditionally used to nourish Yin
- Traditionally used to nourish the Lung
- Traditionally used to nourish the Stomach
- Traditionally used to generate body fluids
- Traditionally used to moisten dryness
- Traditionally used to support healthy respiratory function
- Traditionally used for dry cough associated with traditional Lung Yin deficiency patterns
- Traditionally used to relieve throat dryness
- Traditionally used to support healthy throat and respiratory comfort
- Traditionally used for dry mouth and thirst associated with traditional Yin deficiency patterns
- Traditionally used to support healthy digestive function
- Traditionally used to nourish Stomach Yin
- Traditionally used to support appetite associated with traditional Stomach Yin deficiency patterns
Other Names:
Bei Sha Shen, Bei Sha Shen (北沙参), Bei Shashen, Sha Shen, Glehnia littoralis, Glehnia littoralis Fr. Schmidt, Radix Glehniae, Glehniae Radix, Glehnia Root, Coastal Glehnia Root, Beach Silvertop Root, Chinese Glehnia Root, and Northern Glehnia Root.
Indian names: ग्लेनिया लिट्टोरालिस (Glehnia littoralis), बेई शा शेन (Bei Sha Shen), ग्लेनिया रूट (Glehnia Root).
Persian name: ریشه گلیهنیا (Glehnia Root), بی شا شن (Bei Sha Shen), ریشه گلیهنیا ساحلی.
Traditional Uses:
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, Bei Sha Shen is traditionally used to nourish Lung and Stomach Yin, generate fluids, and moisten dryness. It is traditionally selected according to an individual’s TCM pattern and constitution. Traditional applications particularly focus on dry cough, dry throat, thirst, dry mouth, reduced appetite, and other symptoms associated with Lung or Stomach Yin deficiency.
Side Effects:
Bei Sha Shen is generally well tolerated when used appropriately as a traditional herbal preparation. Some individuals may experience gastrointestinal discomfort, nausea, bloating, or other digestive symptoms.
Discontinue use and consult a healthcare practitioner if unwanted symptoms occur.
Precautions:
Consult a healthcare practitioner prior to use if you are taking prescription medications or other natural health products, or if you have a medical condition.
Do not use during pregnancy or breastfeeding unless directed by a qualified healthcare practitioner or Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner.
Consult a healthcare practitioner before use if you have a serious or major medical condition or persistent respiratory or digestive symptoms.
Discontinue use and consult a healthcare practitioner if symptoms persist or worsen or if new symptoms develop.
Interactions:
Consult a healthcare practitioner before using Bei Sha Shen with prescription medications or other natural health products, as potential interactions may occur. Human clinical interaction data for whole-herb Bei Sha Shen preparations remain limited.
Dosing:
Use according to the product label or as directed by a qualified healthcare practitioner or Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner. Traditional dosage varies depending on whether Bei Sha Shen is used as a whole dried root, powder, granule, extract, or as part of a traditional herbal formula.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep tightly closed and out of reach of children.
Preparation:
If using dried Bei Sha Shen, prepare according to the directions provided by your Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner or product instructions. Traditionally, the dried root may be prepared as a decoction or used as part of a TCM herbal formula. It may also be powdered or prepared in other traditional forms.
Scientific Support:
Glehnia littoralis has a long history of use in Traditional Chinese Medicine. The root contains coumarins, polyacetylenes, flavonoids, polysaccharides, essential oils, and other constituents. Modern research has investigated potential antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, respiratory, gastrointestinal, and immunomodulatory activities of Glehnia littoralis and its constituents. Current evidence includes laboratory, animal, pharmacological, and traditional-use research, while further human clinical research is needed to establish efficacy for specific medical conditions.
References & Scientific Support:
Health Canada – Licensed Natural Health Product Database (LNHPD). Health Canada provides regulatory information for natural health products and Traditional Chinese Medicine ingredients. Product-specific licensing information should be verified according to the exact formulation, processing method, and medicinal ingredients. View Health Canada reference. View Health Canada reference.
PubMed – Glehnia littoralis: Traditional uses, phytochemistry, pharmacology and quality control. This research reviews the traditional applications, chemical constituents, pharmacological activities, and quality considerations of Glehnia littoralis. View research.
PubMed – Phytochemical and pharmacological studies of Glehnia littoralis. This research examines the bioactive constituents and investigated biological activities of Glehnia littoralis, including antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. View research.
