What it is
Wu Mei, or smoked plum, is a traditional Chinese medicine ingredient used to manage diarrhoea, quench thirst, and address intestinal parasites. It is available in capsule form for adult use.
Supplement · Digestive & Ayurveda
Wu Mei (Mume/Smoked Plum)
500 mg · vegan · gluten-free · 90 caps
diarrheafrequent-urinationinflammation gutstomach
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How it works
Wu Mei's efficacy stems from its astringent properties, which help to reduce fluid loss in the intestines, thereby alleviating diarrhoea. It also possesses properties that may deter intestinal parasites and reduce excessive thirst.
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 long does it take for Wu Mei to show effects?
Digestive comfort and symptom improvement are typically observed within 1 to 4 weeks of consistent daily use.
Can Wu Mei be taken with other supplements?
Wu Mei can be layered into a broader protocol. However, consult a healthcare provider if you are on prescription medication affecting similar pathways.
Are there any common side effects?
Side effects are uncommon at recommended doses. Mild gastrointestinal upset may occur when first starting the supplement.
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 Wu Mei (Mume/Smoked Plum) — context the structured blocks above don't capture.
About Wu Mei (Mume/Smoked Plum)
Wu Mei (Mume/Smoked Plum) is a digestive & ayurveda supplement used to support digestive comfort and gut-barrier integrity. Smoked plum for diarrhoea, thirst and worms. 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. Wu Mei (Mume/Smoked Plum) 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
Wu Mei (Mume/Smoked Plum) carries an evidence grade of C in the SacredBod catalog, reflecting emerging human evidence for digestive comfort and gut-barrier integrity. Smoked plum for diarrhoea, thirst and worms. 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 Digestive & Ayurveda category, Wu Mei (Mume/Smoked Plum) 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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