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Codonopsis

Codonopsis

(Organ Associations: Spleen & Lungs)

  • Extremely safe & non-toxic; can be used daily
  • Excellent herb for children, mild but potent strengthening effects, (especially on the digestive, respiratory and immune systems
  • Builds strong muscles in children
  • Excellent teething herb
  • Excellent blood tonic
  • Major immune system tonic
  • Creates a similar action in the body as Ginseng,   except milder, (often used in place of Ginseng in formulas
  • Invigorates the Spleen & Lung functions so that qi is replenished
  • Rich in polysaccharides
  • Can be effective in protecting cancer patients from the side effects of radiation therapy