What it is
Bi Xie (Fish-poison Yam) is a Traditional Chinese Medicine herb used to clear dampness and support liver and kidney function. It is available in capsule form for adults.
Supplement · Liver & Hepatoprotective
Bi Xie (Fish-poison Yam)
500 mg · vegan · gluten-free · 90 caps
frequent infectionsbloatingsluggish-detoxification liverkidneylymphatic system
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How it works
Bi Xie primarily targets the liver and kidneys to promote the elimination of dampness and toxins. Its effects on detoxification markers are typically observed within 4-8 weeks of consistent use.
Who should take it
Adults looking to address sluggish detox, fatigue, skin breakouts. Particularly relevant for people who prefer a targeted single ingredient and who have ruled out an underlying condition that needs medical care first.
Avoid / careful
Pregnant or nursing women without clinician oversight. People on prescription medication affecting the same pathway should consult a doctor before combining. Side effects are uncommon at recommended doses but mild GI upset can occur when starting.
When to take it
Morning
Noon
Evening
Night
How to take it
With food
Empty stomach
Before food
FAQs
Frequently asked
How long does it take to see results from Bi Xie?
Detoxification markers and symptom improvement are typically observed within 4-8 weeks of consistent daily dosing.
Can Bi Xie be taken with other supplements?
Bi Xie can be layered into a broader protocol. Consult your healthcare provider for personalized recommendations, especially if you are on prescription medication.
What are the primary benefits of Bi Xie?
Bi Xie is primarily used to address cloudy urine and symptoms associated with dampness accumulation, supporting the liver's detoxification processes.
Research
6 studies · 2010–2024
Evidence grade
ABCD
C · C · emerging-to-moderate human evidence for liver detoxification and elimination
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Editorial notes
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About Bi Xie (Fish-poison Yam)
Bi Xie (Fish-poison Yam) is a liver & hepatoprotective supplement used to support liver detoxification and elimination. Bi xie for cloudy urine and damp-clearing. It is available in capsule form and dosed for adults in India and internationally. As a tcm-tradition entry in the SacredBod catalog, it is positioned as a single-ingredient option that can be used on its own or layered into a broader protocol. Bi Xie (Fish-poison Yam) works through the mechanisms characteristic of its class — see the mechanism and research sections for detail. It primarily acts on the liver, kidneys, lymphatic system, and effects are dose-dependent, typically becoming measurable within 4-8 weeks for detox markers. Consistency matters more than dose size for this category.
Evidence
Bi Xie (Fish-poison Yam) carries an evidence grade of C in the SacredBod catalog, reflecting emerging human evidence for liver detoxification and elimination. Bi xie for cloudy urine and damp-clearing. Benefits are cumulative rather than immediate, typically becoming noticeable within 4-8 weeks for detox markers, and individual response varies.
Dosing
A typical dose is 500 mg, taken with food, usually in the morning. Start at the lower end, assess tolerance, and stay consistent; more is not automatically better.
Cautions
Pregnant or nursing women without clinician oversight. People on prescription medication affecting the same pathway should consult a doctor before combining. Side effects are uncommon at recommended doses but mild GI upset can occur when starting.
Who it’s for
Adults looking to address sluggish detox, fatigue, skin breakouts. Particularly relevant for people who prefer a targeted single ingredient and who have ruled out an underlying condition that needs medical care first.
As part of the Liver & Hepatoprotective category, Bi Xie (Fish-poison Yam) can be used on its own or layered into a broader protocol — see the Goes with panel for evidence-aligned pairings.
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