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In Chinese Medicine premature graying can be treated by five herbs that we have on record. Here is the list below.
The five Chinese Medicinal herbs most likely to help treat premature graying
Why might Glossy Privet Fruit (Nu Zhen Zi) help with premature graying?
Because it is a herb specifically indicated to treat premature graying as can be seen on Glossy Privet Fruit's page.
Glossy Privet Fruits is a Neutral herb that tastes Bitter and Sweet. It targets the Kidney and the Liver.
Its main actions are: Nourishes Yin of the Liver and Kidneys. Clears Yin Deficiency Heat (False Heat). Brightens the eyes and reduce premature graying hair.
Why might Mulberry Fruit (Sang Shen) help with premature graying?
Because it is a herb specifically indicated to treat premature graying as can be seen on Mulberry Fruit's page.
Mulberry Fruits is a Cold herb that tastes Bitter and Sour. It targets the Heart, the Kidney and the Liver.
Its main actions are: Tonifies the Blood, nourishes Yin and engenders body fluid. Lubricates the Intestines.
Why might Prepared Rehmannia (Shu Di Huang) help with premature graying?
Because it is a herb specifically indicated to treat premature graying as can be seen on Prepared Rehmannia's page.
Prepared Rehmannia is a Warm herb that tastes Sweet. It targets the Kidney and the Liver.
Its main actions are: Tonifies the Blood. Tonifies the Yin of the Kidneys.
Why might Black Sesame Seed (Hei Zhi M?) help with premature graying?
Because it is a herb specifically indicated to treat premature graying as can be seen on Black Sesame Seed's page.
Black Sesame Seeds is a Neutral herb that tastes Sweet. It targets the Kidney and the Liver.
Its main actions are: Nourishes the Liver and Kidney Yin. Nourishes Blood. Lubricates the Intestines.
Why might Eclipta Herb (Mo Han Lian) help with premature graying?
Because it is a herb specifically indicated to treat premature graying as can be seen on Eclipta Herb's page.
Eclipta Herbs is a Cold herb that tastes Sour and Sweet. It targets the Kidney and the Liver.
Its main actions are: Tonifies Yin of the Liver and Kidneys. Clears Blood Heat and stops bleeding.
Other symptoms often associated with premature graying
Tinnitus Abnormal uterine bleeding Impaired vision Dizziness Constipation Hair loss Anemia Knee pain Back pain Diabetes