Jia Wei Xiang Su San (Augmented Cyperus and Perilla Leaf Powder)

About this episode

This episode explores the Chinese herbal formula Jiā Wèi Xiāng Sū Sǎn, its uses, and discusses terpenoids in pharmacognosy.

In this episode, we will explore another Chinese herbal formula: Jiā Wèi Xiāng Sū Sǎn or Augmented Cyperus and Perilla Leaf Powder. This formula is in the sub-category of formulas that release exterior wind-cold and is especially good at treating colds with interior qi depression. We are going to do our usual deep dive into this formula and find out if there is any evidence or concerns. And, as usual, we will be adding something a little different…we are going to continue our discussion of pharmacognosy and discuss terpenoids. Each episode of the podcast will go into great depth about a single herb or formula. Besides covering the basics of herbology including category, and functions, we will explore the history, quality, science, pharmacology, evidence, and any potential interactions of each herb or formula. Please join us for another incandescent discussion of herbs as we explore Jiā Wèi Xiāng Sū Sǎn or Augmented Cyperus and Perilla Leaf Powder!

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Greg Sperber

Topics covered

• Chinese herbal formula
• wind-cold
• colds
• qi depression
• pharmacognosy
• terpenoids

Keywords

• herbology
• Chinese medicine
• herbal formula
• pharmacology
• terpenoids
• wind-cold
• qi depression

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Jiā Wèi Xiāng Sū Sǎn, Augmented Cyperus and Perilla Leaf Powder

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