What it is
Dong Gua Zi (Wax Gourd Seed) is a Traditional Chinese Medicine herb used to clear damp-heat from the lungs and intestines. It is available in capsule form, dosed for adults.
Supplement · Immune Advanced Protocols
Dong Gua Zi (Wax Gourd Seed)
500 mg · vegan · gluten-free · 90 caps
inflammationfrequent infections lungsgutlymphatic system
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How it works
Dong Gua Zi works by clearing heat and resolving dampness, primarily targeting the lung and intestinal channels. This action helps to reduce symptoms associated with damp-heat accumulation, such as coughs, phlegm, and digestive disturbances, thereby supporting immune function.
Who should take it
Adults looking to address frequent infections, low immunity, slow recovery. 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
What is damp-heat in TCM?
Damp-heat is a pattern in Traditional Chinese Medicine characterized by the presence of both excessive dampness and heat, leading to symptoms like thick yellow mucus, feverish sensations, and digestive issues.
How long does it take to see effects?
For immune resilience, effects are typically measurable within 2-6 weeks of consistent use.
Can Dong Gua Zi be combined with other supplements?
Yes, Dong Gua Zi can be layered into broader protocols, but consult a clinician when combining with prescription medications or other supplements targeting similar pathways.
Research
6 studies · 2010–2024
Evidence grade
ABCD
C · C · emerging-to-moderate human evidence for immune resilience
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Editorial notes
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About Dong Gua Zi (Wax Gourd Seed)
Dong Gua Zi (Wax Gourd Seed) is a immune advanced protocols supplement used to support immune resilience. Wax-gourd seed for lung and intestinal damp-heat. 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. Dong Gua Zi (Wax Gourd Seed) works through the mechanisms characteristic of its class — see the mechanism and research sections for detail. It primarily acts on the immune system, lymphatic system, and effects are dose-dependent, typically becoming measurable within 2-6 weeks for immune resilience. Consistency matters more than dose size for this category.
Evidence
Dong Gua Zi (Wax Gourd Seed) carries an evidence grade of C in the SacredBod catalog, reflecting emerging human evidence for immune resilience. Wax-gourd seed for lung and intestinal damp-heat. Benefits are cumulative rather than immediate, typically becoming noticeable within 2-6 weeks for immune resilience, 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 frequent infections, low immunity, slow recovery. 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 Immune Advanced Protocols category, Dong Gua Zi (Wax Gourd Seed) 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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