What it is
Cornus (Shan Zhu Yu) is a traditional Chinese medicine fruit extract used to tonify kidney-jing and support hormonal balance. It is available in capsule form for adults.
Supplement · Kidney, Bladder & Urinary Health
Cornus (Shan Zhu Yu)
500 mg · vegan · gluten-free · 90 caps
low-libidoirregular-menstrual-cycleshormonal imbalance kidneyreproductive system
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How it works
This supplement primarily acts on the endocrine system, influencing thyroid and reproductive hormones. Effects on hormonal shifts are typically observed within 4-12 weeks of consistent daily dosing.
Who should take it
Adults looking to address hormonal imbalance, low libido, irregular cycles. 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 Cornus (Shan Zhu Yu)?
Hormonal shifts typically become measurable within 4 to 12 weeks of consistent daily use.
Can Cornus (Shan Zhu Yu) be taken with other supplements?
Yes, it can be layered into a broader protocol, but consult a healthcare provider if you are on prescription medications affecting similar pathways.
What is the primary traditional use of Cornus (Shan Zhu Yu)?
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, it is used to tonify kidney-jing, which is associated with vital essence and reproductive health.
Research
6 studies · 2010–2024
Evidence grade
ABCD
C · C · emerging-to-moderate human evidence for hormonal balance
Editorial notes
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About Cornus (Shan Zhu Yu)
Cornus (Shan Zhu Yu) is a kidney, bladder & urinary health supplement used to support hormonal balance. Dogwood fruit for kidney-jing and urinary tone. 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.
How it works
Cornus (Shan Zhu Yu) works through the mechanisms characteristic of its class — see the mechanism and research sections for detail. It primarily acts on the endocrine system, thyroid, reproductive system, and effects are dose-dependent, typically becoming measurable within 4-12 weeks for hormonal shifts. Consistency matters more than dose size for this category.
Who it’s for
Adults looking to address hormonal imbalance, low libido, irregular cycles. Particularly relevant for people who prefer a targeted single ingredient and who have ruled out an underlying condition that needs medical care first.
Evidence
Cornus (Shan Zhu Yu) carries an evidence grade of C in the SacredBod catalog. Dogwood fruit for kidney-jing and urinary tone. See the Research panel above for the underlying studies, participant counts and typical effect sizes.
Dosing & timing
Typical label dose is 500 mg in capsule form. Most adults can expect noticeable effects within 4-12 weeks for hormonal shifts. Consistency matters more than a single large dose — take it daily and re-evaluate against your blood markers at 8–12 weeks.
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.
As part of the Kidney, Bladder & Urinary Health category, Cornus (Shan Zhu Yu) can be used on its own or layered into a broader protocol — see the Goes with panel for synergistic pairings.
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