What it is
Yu Jin (Curcuma aromatica) is a tuberous rhizome used in Traditional Chinese Medicine to invigorate blood and relieve pain, particularly associated with liver stagnation. It is available in capsule form for targeted liver support.
Supplement · Liver & Hepatoprotective
Yu Jin (Curcuma aromatica)
500 mg · vegan · gluten-free · 90 caps
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How it works
Curcuma aromatica contains active compounds that support liver's phase I and phase II detoxification pathways, aiding in the elimination of metabolic byproducts. It also influences the flow of liver-qi, which can impact mood and energy levels.
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 Yu Jin?
For markers related to liver detoxification, effects are typically measurable within 4-8 weeks of consistent daily use.
Can Yu Jin be combined with other supplements?
Yes, Yu Jin can be layered into a broader protocol. However, consult a clinician if you are on prescription medication affecting liver pathways.
What are the primary benefits of Yu Jin?
Yu Jin primarily supports liver detoxification and elimination, and is used to address liver-qi stagnation which can manifest as mood disturbances and fatigue.
Research
6 studies · 2010–2024
Evidence grade
ABCD
C · C · emerging-to-moderate human evidence for liver detoxification and elimination
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Editorial notes
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About Yu Jin (Curcuma aromatica)
Yu Jin (Curcuma aromatica) is a liver & hepatoprotective supplement used to support liver detoxification and elimination. Aromatic turmeric tuber for liver-qi and mood. 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. Yu Jin (Curcuma aromatica) 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
Yu Jin (Curcuma aromatica) carries an evidence grade of C in the SacredBod catalog, reflecting emerging human evidence for liver detoxification and elimination. Aromatic turmeric tuber for liver-qi and mood. 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, Yu Jin (Curcuma aromatica) 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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