What it is
Tu Fu Ling (Smilax glabra) is a TCM herb utilized for its hepatoprotective and detoxifying properties. It is available in capsule form, standardized for adult use.
Supplement · Liver & Hepatoprotective
Tu Fu Ling (Smilax glabra)
500 mg · vegan · gluten-free · 90 caps
inflammationsluggish-detoxificationskin-breakouts liverkidneylymphatic system
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How it works
Smilax glabra acts on the liver and kidneys to support the elimination of metabolic waste and damp-heat. Its effects on detoxification markers are typically observed within 4-8 weeks of consistent use.
Who should take it
Adults looking to address sluggish detox, fatigue, skin breakouts. 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 Tu Fu Ling?
Observable effects on detoxification markers typically manifest within 4-8 weeks of consistent daily dosing.
Can Tu Fu Ling be taken with other supplements?
Yes, it can be layered into a broader protocol. However, consult a healthcare provider if you are on prescription medications affecting similar pathways.
What are the primary benefits of Smilax glabra?
Smilax glabra is primarily used to support the liver's detoxification processes and help eliminate damp-heat accumulations, which can manifest as skin issues and fatigue.
Research
6 studies · 2010–2024
Evidence grade
ABCD
C · C · emerging-to-moderate human evidence for liver detoxification and elimination
From the blog
Editorial notes
SacredBod's longer take on Tu Fu Ling (Smilax glabra) — context the structured blocks above don't capture.
About Tu Fu Ling (Smilax glabra)
Tu Fu Ling (Smilax glabra) is a liver & hepatoprotective supplement used to support liver detoxification and elimination. Glabrous greenbrier for damp-heat and detox. 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. Tu Fu Ling (Smilax glabra) works through the mechanisms characteristic of its class — see the mechanism and research sections for detail. It primarily acts on the liver, kidneys, lymphatic system, and effects are dose-dependent, typically becoming measurable within 4-8 weeks for detox markers. Consistency matters more than dose size for this category.
Evidence
Tu Fu Ling (Smilax glabra) carries an evidence grade of C in the SacredBod catalog, reflecting emerging human evidence for liver detoxification and elimination. Glabrous greenbrier for damp-heat and detox. Benefits are cumulative rather than immediate, typically becoming noticeable within 4-8 weeks for detox 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 sluggish detox, fatigue, skin breakouts. 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 Liver & Hepatoprotective category, Tu Fu Ling (Smilax glabra) 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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