What it is
Nan Sha Shen (Adenophora) is a TCM herb traditionally used to nourish lung yin and alleviate dry cough. It is prepared as a single-ingredient supplement in capsule form for adult use.
Supplement · Respiratory & Lung Health
Nan Sha Shen (Adenophora)
500 mg · vegan · gluten-free · 90 caps
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How it works
Adenophora root works by moistening the lungs, clearing heat, and resolving phlegm, particularly when dryness is the primary characteristic. Its polysaccharides may modulate immune responses, contributing to resilience against pathogens.
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 to see results?
For immune resilience, effects may become measurable within 2-6 weeks with consistent daily dosing.
Can I take this with other supplements?
Yes, Nan Sha Shen can be layered into a broader protocol. Consult a clinician for personalized stacking advice.
What is the difference between Nan Sha Shen and Bei Sha Shen?
Nan Sha Shen (Adenophora) is considered milder and more moistening, primarily for lung yin deficiency with dryness. Bei Sha Shen (Glehnia) is also for lung yin but can also clear heat more strongly.
Research
6 studies · 2010–2024
Evidence grade
ABCD
C · C · emerging-to-moderate human evidence for immune resilience
From the blog
Editorial notes
SacredBod's longer take on Nan Sha Shen (Adenophora) — context the structured blocks above don't capture.
About Nan Sha Shen (Adenophora)
Nan Sha Shen (Adenophora) is a respiratory & lung health supplement used to support immune resilience. Ladybell root for lung-yin and dry cough. 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. Nan Sha Shen (Adenophora) 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
Nan Sha Shen (Adenophora) carries an evidence grade of C in the SacredBod catalog, reflecting emerging human evidence for immune resilience. Ladybell root for lung-yin and dry cough. 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 Respiratory & Lung Health category, Nan Sha Shen (Adenophora) 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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