What it is
Qin Pi (Ash Bark) is a Traditional Chinese Medicine herb used for its properties in clearing damp-heat. It is traditionally employed to address digestive disturbances and eye inflammation.
Supplement · Probiotics & Digestive
Qin Pi (Ash Bark)
500 mg · vegan · gluten-free · 90 caps
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How it works
Qin Pi works by clearing damp-heat from the liver and intestines, which in TCM is associated with symptoms like diarrhoea, jaundice, and red, itchy eyes. Its bitter and cold nature helps to reduce inflammation and expel pathogens.
Who should take it
Adults looking to address bloating, indigestion, irregular bowel movements. 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 does Qin Pi differ from other digestive herbs?
Qin Pi specifically targets 'damp-heat' patterns in TCM, which is distinct from general digestive support or remedies for 'cold' deficiencies.
Can Qin Pi be used for chronic digestive issues?
While effective for acute damp-heat diarrhoea, chronic conditions may require a broader TCM diagnosis and treatment plan, potentially including Qin Pi as part of a formula.
What is the TCM understanding of 'damp-heat'?
Damp-heat is a pathological condition in TCM characterized by a combination of internal dampness (leading to heaviness, sluggishness) and heat (inflammation, redness, rapid progression).
Research
6 studies · 2010–2024
Evidence grade
ABCD
C · C · emerging-to-moderate human evidence for digestive comfort and gut-barrier integrity
From the blog
Editorial notes
SacredBod's longer take on Qin Pi (Ash Bark) — context the structured blocks above don't capture.
About Qin Pi (Ash Bark)
Qin Pi (Ash Bark) is a probiotics & digestive supplement used to support digestive comfort and gut-barrier integrity. Fraxinus bark for damp-heat diarrhoea and eyes. 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. Qin Pi (Ash Bark) works through the mechanisms characteristic of its class — see the mechanism and research sections for detail. It primarily acts on the gut, intestines, stomach, and effects are dose-dependent, typically becoming measurable within 1-4 weeks for digestive comfort. Consistency matters more than dose size for this category.
Evidence
Qin Pi (Ash Bark) carries an evidence grade of C in the SacredBod catalog, reflecting emerging human evidence for digestive comfort and gut-barrier integrity. Fraxinus bark for damp-heat diarrhoea and eyes. Benefits are cumulative rather than immediate, typically becoming noticeable within 1-4 weeks for digestive comfort, 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 bloating, indigestion, irregular bowel movements. 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 Probiotics & Digestive category, Qin Pi (Ash Bark) 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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