Formula Formulas that dry Dampness and transform Phlegm

Jiàng Zhī Yǐn

降脂饮

Also known as:

Crataegus Combination , Lipid Balance drink , Reduce Lipid formula

Formula Composition

Shan Zha
Shan Zha
He Shou Wu
He Shou Wu
Jue Ming Zi
Jue Ming Zi
Hu Zhang
Hu Zhang
Ze Xie
Ze Xie
Da Huang
Da Huang
Chai Hu
Chai Hu
Yin Chen
Yin Chen
Yu Jin
Yu Jin
Yi Yi Ren
Yi Yi Ren
Jin Ying Zi
Jin Ying Zi
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Main ingredient
Deputies
Assists main
Assistants
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Formula Properties

Main Actions

  1. Reduces and guides out food stagnation
  2. Transforms accumulations
  3. Transforms Blood Stasis
  4. Invigorates Blood circulation
  5. Tonifies Qi
  6. Reduces Phlegm
  7. Increases metabolism
  8. Supports healthy cholesterol balance

Patterns Treated

Phlegm-Dampness in the Middle-Burner, Phlegm-Dampness leading to Turbid

TCM Actions & Uses

Traditional Chinese Medicine properties and applications of Jiàng Zhī Yǐn

Main Actions

Reduces and guides out food stagnation
Transforms accumulations
Transforms Blood Stasis
Invigorates Blood circulation
Tonifies Qi
Reduces Phlegm
Increases metabolism
Supports healthy cholesterol balance

Key TCM Concepts

This formula is also known as "Lipid Balance." This is a modern formula designed specifically for cholesterol management and metabolic support.

TCM Patterns Addressed

Common Applications

Hyperlipidemia Fatty Liver Atherosclerosis prevention Obesity with dyslipidemia Metabolic syndrome Food stagnation Sluggish digestion

Ingredients in Jiàng Zhī Yǐn

Detailed information about each herb in Jiàng Zhī Yǐn and their roles

Kings
Deputies
Assistants
Shan Zha
Shan Zha

Hawthorn berries

Temperature Warm
Taste Sour, Sweet
Organ Affinity Heart, Liver, Spleen, Stomach
Parts Used Dried ripe fruit
Role in Jiàng Zhī Yǐn
Shan Zha is the undisputed king herb here: it dissolves food stagnation (especially from greasy, fatty foods and meat), transforms accumulations, and invigorates Blood. Modern pharmacology confirms its lipid-lowering and cardiovascular protective effects. It directly addresses the primary therapeutic target.
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He Shou Wu
He Shou Wu

Fleeceflower roots

Temperature Warm
Taste Bitter, Sweet
Organ Affinity Heart, Kidneys, Liver
Parts Used Dried prepared root
Role in Jiàng Zhī Yǐn
He Shou Wu tonifies the Liver and Kidney, nourishes Blood and Essence. It is well-documented for regulating cholesterol metabolism. Also prevents the draining herbs from being too depleting.
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Jue Ming Zi
Jue Ming Zi

Cassia seeds

Temperature Cool
Taste Bitter, Sweet
Organ Affinity Large Intestine, Liver
Parts Used Dried ripe seeds
Role in Jiàng Zhī Yǐn
Jue Ming Zi Clears Liver Heat and moistens Intestines. There are strong modern evidence for its hypolipidemic effects. It synergizes with Shan Zha.
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Hu Zhang
Hu Zhang

Bushy knotweed rhizomes

Temperature Cold
Taste Bitter
Organ Affinity Gallbladder, Liver, Lungs
Parts Used Rhizome
Role in Jiàng Zhī Yǐn
Hu Zhang invigorates Blood, resolves stasis, clears Toxic-Heat. It contains resveratrol, significant anti-inflammatory and lipid-lowering properties. It also supports the Blood-moving action of the King ingreident.
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Ze Xie
Ze Xie

Water plantain

Temperature Cold
Taste Sweet
Organ Affinity Urinary Bladder, Kidneys
Parts Used Dried tuber
Role in Jiàng Zhī Yǐn
Ze Xie drains Dampness, promotes urination, leaches out turbid accumulations. It addresses the Phlegm-Damp component underlying dyslipidemia.
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Da Huang
Da Huang

Rhubarb

Temperature Cold
Taste Bitter
Organ Affinity Spleen, Stomach, Large Intestine, Liver, Pericardium
Parts Used Dried root and rhizome
Role in Jiàng Zhī Yǐn
Da Huang purges accumulations, clears Heat and invigorates Blood. It is used here in smaller doses to gently move stagnation downward and clear Heat from the intestines.
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Chai Hu
Chai Hu

Bupleurum roots

Temperature Cool
Taste Bitter
Organ Affinity Gallbladder, Liver
Parts Used Dried root and rhizome
Role in Jiàng Zhī Yǐn
Chai Hu spreads Liver Qi, raises clear Yang, ensures smooth Qi circulation and Liver function. It also helps distribute the formula's effects systemically.
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Yin Chen
Yin Chen

Virgate wormwood

Temperature Cool
Taste Bitter, Pungent
Organ Affinity Gallbladder, Liver, Spleen, Stomach
Parts Used Dried aerial parts
Role in Jiàng Zhī Yǐn
Yin Chen clears Damp-Heat from Liver and Gallbladder. It is critical for bile metabolism and hepatobiliary function as well as directly supporting lipid processing.
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Yu Jin
Yu Jin

Turmeric tubers

Temperature Cold
Taste Bitter, Pungent
Organ Affinity Heart, Liver, Lungs
Parts Used Dried root tuber
Role in Jiàng Zhī Yǐn
Yu Jin invigorates Blood, moves Qi Stagnation, clears Heart Heat, benefits Gallbladder. It complements Yin Chen for hepatobiliary support, which is well-researched for metabolic effects.
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Yi Yi Ren
Yi Yi Ren

Job's tears

Temperature Cool
Taste Sweet
Organ Affinity Lungs, Spleen, Stomach
Parts Used Dried ripe kernel
Role in Jiàng Zhī Yǐn
Yi Yi Ren strengthens the Spleen by draining dampness and clears Heat. It addresses the root Spleen Deficiency that generates Phlegm and Dampness—treating the branch (lipids) and root (spleen-dampness) simultaneously
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Jin Ying Zi
Jin Ying Zi

Cherokee rose fruits

Temperature Neutral
Taste Sour, Sweet
Organ Affinity Urinary Bladder, Kidneys, Large Intestine
Parts Used Dried ripe fruits
Role in Jiàng Zhī Yǐn
Jin Ying Zi serves to consolidate and prevent excessive draining from the other herbs (Ze Xie, Da Huang), protecting Kidney Essence from depletion during the purging process.
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Safety & Contraindications

Important safety information and precautions for Jiàng Zhī Yǐn

This information is for educational purposes only. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before using any TCM herbal formula.

Contraindications

This formula should not be used during pregnancy due to its blood-moving and purgative herbs. It is unsuitable for patients with cold or weak digestion, or those prone to loose stools, as the draining herbs will worsen these conditions. Caution is advised when taking statins or blood thinners due to potential additive effects. Long-term use requires monitoring liver function because of He Shou Wu's documented hepatotoxicity risk.

Herb-Drug Interactions

Like many TCM formulas, Jiàng Zhī Yǐn may interact with certain medications. If you are taking any prescription medications, we recommend consulting with a healthcare provider knowledgeable in herb-drug interactions.