What it is
Chen Pi, or aged tangerine peel, is a traditional Chinese medicine ingredient used to address digestive discomfort. It is specifically utilized for its ability to regulate qi, alleviate bloating, and manage phlegm accumulation.
Supplement · Digestive & Ayurveda
Chen Pi (Tangerine Peel)
500 mg · vegan · gluten-free · 90 caps
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How it works
Chen Pi works by stimulating digestive secretions and improving gastrointestinal motility, which helps to relieve bloating and indigestion. Its compounds also possess expectorant properties, aiding in the clearance of excess phlegm.
Who should take it
Adults looking to address bloating, indigestion, irregular bowel movements. 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 for Chen Pi to show effects?
Digestive comfort effects are typically noticeable within 1 to 4 weeks of consistent use.
Can Chen Pi be taken with other supplements?
Yes, Chen Pi can be layered into a broader protocol, but consult a healthcare professional if you are on prescription medication.
What is the primary benefit of aged tangerine peel?
Its primary benefit lies in its ability to regulate qi, alleviate bloating, and manage phlegm, thereby improving digestive comfort.
Research
6 studies · 2010–2024
Evidence grade
ABCD
C · C · emerging-to-moderate human evidence for digestive comfort and gut-barrier integrity
From the blog
Editorial notes
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About Chen Pi (Tangerine Peel)
Chen Pi (Tangerine Peel) is a digestive & ayurveda supplement used to support digestive comfort and gut-barrier integrity. Aged citrus peel for qi, bloating and phlegm. 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. Chen Pi (Tangerine Peel) works through the mechanisms characteristic of its class — see the mechanism and research sections for detail. It primarily acts on the gut, intestines, stomach, and effects are dose-dependent, typically becoming measurable within 1-4 weeks for digestive comfort. Consistency matters more than dose size for this category.
Evidence
Chen Pi (Tangerine Peel) carries an evidence grade of C in the SacredBod catalog, reflecting emerging human evidence for digestive comfort and gut-barrier integrity. Aged citrus peel for qi, bloating and phlegm. Benefits are cumulative rather than immediate, typically becoming noticeable within 1-4 weeks for digestive comfort, 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 bloating, indigestion, irregular bowel movements. 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 Digestive & Ayurveda category, Chen Pi (Tangerine Peel) 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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