Magnolia Bark
Magnolia officinalis
A TCM bark (hou po) used to relieve 'stuck' tension, bloating, and to calm the mind for sleep.
Traditional use (tcm): A TCM bark (hou po) used to relieve 'stuck' tension, bloating, and to calm the mind for sleep.
A TCM bark (hou po) used to relieve 'stuck' tension, bloating, and to calm the mind for sleep.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- A TCM bark (hou po) used to relieve 'stuck' tension, bloating, and to calm the mind for sleep.
Evidence strength: limited human.
- See the evidence level above
- Sedating (additive with sedatives/alcohol); avoid in pregnancy.
- Pregnant/breastfeeding people without medical advice
Sedating (additive with sedatives/alcohol); avoid in pregnancy.
May interact with prescription medications — review with a clinician if you take any.
Use caution in pregnancy, breastfeeding, for children, and with chronic disease unless cleared by a clinician.
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