Suan Zao Ren Tang (Sour Jujube Seed Formula)

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The classic Chinese formula for a restless mind at night. Built around sour jujube seed, Suan Zao Ren Tang from the Jin Gui Yao Lue nourishes and calms rather than sedates.

Properties Balanced

Traditional use

Used in TCM to nourish Liver blood, calm the spirit (shen) and clear restlessness. Often chosen to support restful sleep and a calm mind, especially after long, demanding days.

Ingredients

Sour jujube seed (Suan Zao Ren), Anemarrhena (Zhi Mu), Poria (Fu Ling), Szechuan lovage (Chuan Xiong), Licorice (Gan Cao).

How to use

Take as directed on the package or by your practitioner.

Cautions

May cause drowsiness — use caution when driving. Consult a practitioner before combining with sleep aids or sedatives, or if you are pregnant or nursing.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Consult a licensed practitioner before use if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication or managing a health condition.

Suan Zao Ren Tang (Sour Jujube Seed Formula)

PhoenixCare Herbal Stories

Coming Home to Sleep

In TCM, “the Liver stores the blood and the Heart houses the spirit.” When overwork depletes the blood, the spirit has nowhere to rest, and nights grow restless.

Zhang Zhongjing’s Suan Zao Ren Tang doesn’t force sleep. Led by sour jujube seed, it nourishes blood, softens the Liver and clears irritability so the mind can settle.

Good sleep isn’t pushing awareness down — it’s giving the spirit a gentle place to rest.