What it is
Lindera root (Wu Yao) is a traditional Chinese medicine herb used to address digestive discomfort and support gut-barrier integrity. It is available in capsule form and is a single-ingredient option for targeted use.
Supplement · Digestive & Ayurveda
Wu Yao (Lindera)
500 mg · vegan · gluten-free · 90 caps
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How it works
Lindera root is believed to work by regulating qi flow and warming the digestive system, which can alleviate symptoms like bloating and indigestion. Its effects on digestive comfort are typically observed within 1-4 weeks of consistent use.
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 to see results from Lindera root?
Digestive comfort effects are typically noticeable within 1 to 4 weeks of consistent daily use.
Can Lindera root be combined with other supplements?
Yes, Lindera root can be layered into a broader protocol, but consult a clinician if you are on prescription medication.
What is the primary traditional use of Lindera root?
In TCM, Lindera root is traditionally used to move qi, warm the middle jiao (digestive system), and alleviate cold pain.
Research
6 studies · 2010–2024
Evidence grade
ABCD
C · C · emerging-to-moderate human evidence for digestive comfort and gut-barrier integrity
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About Wu Yao (Lindera)
Wu Yao (Lindera) is a digestive & ayurveda supplement used to support digestive comfort and gut-barrier integrity. Lindera root for qi, cold pain and bladder. 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 Yao (Lindera) 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 Yao (Lindera) carries an evidence grade of C in the SacredBod catalog, reflecting emerging human evidence for digestive comfort and gut-barrier integrity. Lindera root for qi, cold pain and bladder. 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 Yao (Lindera) 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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