Support Blood Pressure-benefit of Eucommia Leaf

I. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Mechanism

Eucommia leaf (Du Zhong Ye) is neutral in nature, sweet and slightly pungent in taste, and enters the Liver and Kidney meridians.

Key TCM Functions:

• Tonifies the Liver and Kidneys, strengthens tendons and bones: The Liver governs the tendons, the Kidneys govern the bones. When the Liver and Kidneys are deficient, tendons weaken and blood pressure tends to rise.

• Calms the fetus and soothes the spirit: Helps control internal wind caused by Liver Yang rising, a common pattern in hypertension.

• Subdues Liver Yang and nourishes the meridians: Alleviates symptoms like dizziness, tinnitus, irritability, and insomnia due to deficiency fire rising.

• Strengthens Kidney Yang and stabilizes the root: Beneficial for hypertensive patients with Kidney deficiency patterns.

Common Indications:

• Liver and Kidney Yin deficiency, or Liver Yang rising type hypertension

• Mild to moderate hypertension in middle-aged and elderly individuals, accompanied by weak legs, lower back soreness, insomnia, and dizziness

• Emotional tension–related blood pressure fluctuations

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II. Modern Pharmacological Research

Eucommia leaf contains:

• Eucommia saponins, chlorogenic acid, flavonoids, polysaccharides, etc.

Proven Effects:

• Vasodilation (relaxes blood vessels)

• Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects

• Reduces sympathetic nervous system overactivity

• Improves microcirculation

Both decoctions and Eucommia leaf tea have shown good auxiliary blood pressure–lowering effects.

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III. Simple and Convenient Methods of Use

Method 1: Thermos Bottle Tea Method (Simple and Effective)

• Ingredients: 5–10g dried Eucommia leaf (about a small handful)

• Tools: Thermos bottle (500ml–1L capacity)

• Instructions:

1. Place Eucommia leaves into the bottle;

2. Pour in boiling water (100°C) and seal;

3. Let steep for 1–5 hours to fully extract the active compounds;

4. You may refill with hot water and reuse the leaves 2–3 times; drink warm.

• Frequency: 1–2 times daily; suitable for long-term regulation

• Best for: Mild to moderate hypertension, Kidney and Liver deficiency, dizziness, fatigue, insomnia

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Method 2: Tea Blending with Supporting Herbs

Recommended Formula (for daily maintenance):

• Eucommia leaf 5g

• Mulberry leaf 3g

• Cassia seed 3g

• Goji berries 5g

• Green plum blossom (Lü E Mei) 3g

All steeped together in a thermos, consumed warm. This formula is gentle and suitable for ongoing use.

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IV. Precautions

• Use with caution during pregnancy, or consult a qualified practitioner

• Not suitable for individuals with Spleen deficiency, cold constitution, or chronic diarrhea

• If you are taking antihypertensive medications, monitor your blood pressure regularly to avoid excessive lowering

• Choose professionally processed herbal-grade Eucommia leaf from reputable sources or use under medical supervision