What it is
Loquat Leaf (Pi Pa Ye) is a traditional Chinese medicine herb used for respiratory complaints. It is processed into capsules for convenient adult dosing, offering a targeted, single-ingredient approach to lung and throat health.
Supplement · Respiratory & Lung Health
Loquat Leaf (Pi Pa Ye)
500 mg · vegan · gluten-free · 90 caps
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How it works
Loquat leaf contains compounds like triterpenoids and flavonoids that exhibit antitussive (cough-suppressing) and expectorant (mucus-clearing) properties. It may also modulate immune responses, potentially reducing inflammatory markers associated with respiratory infections.
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
How long does it take for Loquat Leaf to work?
For immune resilience, effects are typically measurable within 2-6 weeks of consistent use. For acute cough relief, benefits may be experienced sooner.
Can Loquat Leaf be taken with other supplements?
Yes, it can be layered into a broader protocol. Consult a healthcare professional if you are on prescription medications, especially those impacting the immune system.
What is the traditional use of Pi Pa Ye?
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Pi Pa Ye (Loquat Leaf) is primarily used to clear lung heat, transform phlegm, and stop cough, particularly for conditions involving dry cough or thick, difficult-to-expectorate phlegm.
Research
6 studies · 2010–2024
Evidence grade
ABCD
C · C · emerging-to-moderate human evidence for immune resilience
Editorial notes
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About Loquat Leaf (Pi Pa Ye)
Loquat leaf for cough, throat and lung clearing.
As part of the Respiratory & Lung Health category, Loquat Leaf (Pi Pa Ye) is included in the SacredBod catalog to support immune resilience. See the Mechanism and Research sections above for detail.
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