Fructus Psoralea fruit (Bu Gu Zhi)

Alias:
Psoralea Fruit, Bu Gu Zhi, Cowpea Fruit, Bu Gu Zi

Properties:
Acrid, Warm

Pharmacological Effects:

• Psoralea fruit (Bu Gu Zhi) has the effects of tonifying the kidney, strengthening yang, warming the meridians, relieving pain, expelling wind-dampness, and promoting bone growth. It is commonly used to treat symptoms caused by kidney deficiency such as impotence, premature ejaculation, weak lower back and knees, and fatigue.
• Psoralea fruit is rich in plant estrogens, which help regulate hormone levels in the body. It has a balancing effect on women's menstrual irregularities and dysmenorrhea.
• Modern research shows that Psoralea fruit has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antibacterial, and anti-tumor properties, effectively clearing free radicals from the body and slowing down the aging process.
• The fruit is particularly beneficial for bones, as it promotes an increase in bone density, helping to prevent osteoporosis and fractures.
• In addition, Psoralea fruit helps improve digestive function, increase appetite, and protect the liver, supporting the treatment of liver dysfunction.