What it is
Ji Xue Teng, also known as Spatholobus or Chicken-blood vine, is a traditional Chinese medicine herb used to support cardiovascular and circulatory health. It is available in capsule form for adult use.
Supplement · Cardiovascular
Ji Xue Teng (Spatholobus)
500 mg · vegan · gluten-free · 90 caps
hypertensionperipheral-artery-diseasehigh cholesterol heartblood vessel
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How it works
Ji Xue Teng is believed to exert its effects by promoting vasodilation and improving blood flow. Its compounds may interact with pathways involved in blood pressure regulation and lipid metabolism, with effects typically observable within 4-12 weeks of consistent use.
Who should take it
Adults looking to address high blood pressure, poor circulation, high cholesterol. 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 Ji Xue Teng?
Measurable effects on cardiovascular markers are typically observed within 4 to 12 weeks of consistent daily use.
Can Ji Xue Teng be taken with other supplements?
Yes, it can be layered into a broader protocol. However, consult a clinician if you are on prescription medications affecting similar pathways.
What are potential side effects of Ji Xue Teng?
Side effects are uncommon at recommended doses. Mild gastrointestinal upset may occur when first starting the supplement.
Research
6 studies · 2010–2024
Evidence grade
ABCD
C · C · emerging-to-moderate human evidence for cardiovascular and circulatory health
From the blog
Editorial notes
SacredBod's longer take on Ji Xue Teng (Spatholobus) — context the structured blocks above don't capture.
About Ji Xue Teng (Spatholobus)
Ji Xue Teng (Spatholobus) is a cardiovascular supplement used to support cardiovascular and circulatory health. Chicken-blood vine for blood and circulation. 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. Ji Xue Teng (Spatholobus) works through the mechanisms characteristic of its class — see the mechanism and research sections for detail. It primarily acts on the heart, blood vessels, and effects are dose-dependent, typically becoming measurable within 4-12 weeks for measurable cardiovascular markers. Consistency matters more than dose size for this category.
Evidence
Ji Xue Teng (Spatholobus) carries an evidence grade of C in the SacredBod catalog, reflecting emerging human evidence for cardiovascular and circulatory health. Chicken-blood vine for blood and circulation. Benefits are cumulative rather than immediate, typically becoming noticeable within 4-12 weeks for measurable cardiovascular 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 high blood pressure, poor circulation, high cholesterol. 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 Cardiovascular category, Ji Xue Teng (Spatholobus) 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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