What it is
Sha Yuan Zi (Astragalus Seed) is a TCM herb used to support hormonal balance, specifically targeting kidney and eye health. It is available in capsule form for adult use.
Supplement · Hormonal Health
Sha Yuan Zi (Astragalus Seed)
500 mg · vegan · gluten-free · 90 caps
low-libidoirregular-menstrual-cycleshormonal imbalance kidneythyroid glandreproductive system
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How it works
This seed acts on the endocrine system, thyroid, and reproductive organs to promote hormonal equilibrium. Effects are dose-dependent and typically observed within 4-12 weeks, with consistency being key.
Who should take it
Adults looking to address hormonal imbalance, low libido, irregular cycles. 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
Can Sha Yuan Zi be taken with other supplements?
Yes, it can be layered into a broader protocol, but consult a healthcare provider if you are on prescription medications affecting similar pathways.
How long does it take to see results?
Hormonal shifts are typically measurable within 4-12 weeks of consistent use.
What is the traditional use of Sha Yuan Zi?
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, it is used to benefit the kidney and improve vision.
Research
6 studies · 2010–2024
Evidence grade
ABCD
C · C · emerging-to-moderate human evidence for hormonal balance
From the blog
Editorial notes
SacredBod's longer take on Sha Yuan Zi (Astragalus Seed) — context the structured blocks above don't capture.
About Sha Yuan Zi (Astragalus Seed)
Sha Yuan Zi (Astragalus Seed) is a hormonal health supplement used to support hormonal balance. Flatstem-milkvetch seed for kidney 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. Sha Yuan Zi (Astragalus Seed) works through the mechanisms characteristic of its class — see the mechanism and research sections for detail. It primarily acts on the endocrine system, thyroid, reproductive system, and effects are dose-dependent, typically becoming measurable within 4-12 weeks for hormonal shifts. Consistency matters more than dose size for this category.
Evidence
Sha Yuan Zi (Astragalus Seed) carries an evidence grade of C in the SacredBod catalog, reflecting emerging human evidence for hormonal balance. Flatstem-milkvetch seed for kidney and eyes. Benefits are cumulative rather than immediate, typically becoming noticeable within 4-12 weeks for hormonal shifts, 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 hormonal imbalance, low libido, irregular cycles. 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 Hormonal Health category, Sha Yuan Zi (Astragalus 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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