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Nu Zhen Zi is the herbal dried fruit of the Ligustrum lucidum plant, carefully harvested and prepared to meet professional standards for Traditional Chinese Medicine practice. The material is supplied as a dried herb, retaining its natural characteristics through minimal processing.
The fruit is small, dark and firm, with a bittersweet character. Nu Zhen Zi is classically combined with Dried Mulberry Fruit (Sang Shen Zi) and Dried Goji Berries (Gou Qi Zi) in traditional preparations, and sits alongside Dried Dogwood Fruit (Shan Yu Rou) as one of the tonic fruits in our range.
Bittersweet Character: Its distinctive flavour is why Nu Zhen Zi is usually blended rather than brewed alone.
Cooling: Long valued in traditional practices as a cooling ingredient.
Balance: Included in traditional blends intended to potentially encourage a sense of natural equilibrium.
Traditional Heritage: One of the long established tonic fruits in Chinese herbal practice.
Minimally Processed: Supplied as a dried herb, retaining its natural characteristics.
We recommend around 10g per portion.
Simmer the fruit in water for twenty to thirty minutes rather than steeping briefly, then strain. It has a bittersweet edge, so it blends well with naturally sweeter herbs, and can also be added to soups at the start of cooking.
If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking regular medication, speak to a healthcare professional before use.
Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight.
At Vita Herbal Nutrition, we focus on providing premium quality herbs, carefully chosen to support your journey and elevate your cooking.
We offer a 100% sulphur-free herb range. Many others use sulphur to enhance appearance and extend shelf life, but this can alter the herb’s natural properties and cause allergic reactions in some individuals.
Our herbs are sourced from authentic DaoDi-grown Chinese plants, cultivated in pristine environments to guarantee purity, potency, and sustainability. Through our trusted partnerships since 2010, we select herbs from their ideal growing regions and harvest them at the right time for maximum efficacy.
Using modern processing techniques, we ensure the integrity of each herb, so you receive the highest quality herbal supplements.
What is Nu Zhen Zi?Nu Zhen Zi is the dried fruit of Ligustrum lucidum, long used in Chinese herbal practice.
How do I prepare it?Simmer around 10g in water for twenty to thirty minutes, then strain before drinking.
What does it taste like?Bittersweet, which is why it is usually blended with sweeter herbs rather than brewed on its own.
Can it be used in cooking?Yes, it can be added to soups and broths at the start of cooking.
Is it suitable for a plant-based diet?Yes, it is entirely plant-derived and can be used in vegan and vegetarian preparations.
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