The Medicinal Value of the Combination of Jinzijian Chrysanthemum and Goji Berry
I.Core Synergistic Effects After Combination
Clearing Liver Heat and Improving Vision,Addressing Both Symptoms and Root Causes
Chrysanthemum(Clearing Liver Heat and Purging Fire)+Goji Berry(Tonifying Liver and Kidney)=Clears liver heat while nourishing liver blood.
Indications:Liver fire ascending(red and swollen eyes,eye dryness)combined with liver and kidney yin deficiency(blurred vision,tearing in the wind).
Mechanism:
The flavonoids(such as luteolin)contained in chrysanthemum can inhibit inflammation and relieve conjunctival hyperemia.
The zeaxanthin and lutein in goji berries directly protect the retina and improve visual fatigue.
Modern Applications:Dry eye syndrome,early age-related macular degeneration,vision decline caused by prolonged eye use.
Balancing Yin and Yang,Harmonizing Cold and Heat
Chrysanthemum(Slightly Cold)+Goji Berry(Neutral)=Clears heat without harming yang,tonifies yin without aiding dampness.
Applicable Constitution:Yin deficiency with internal heat,liver yang hyperactivity,or"upper heat and lower deficiency"caused by long-term staying up late(such as dizziness and vertigo but weak waist and knees).
Mechanism:Using chrysanthemum alone may be too cold and harm the spleen and stomach,while using goji berry alone may be too greasy and hinder the stomach.The combination results in a balanced temperature,suitable for long-term use.
Lowering Blood Pressure and Lipids,Regulating Metabolism
Chrysanthemum(Vasodilation)+Goji Berry(Lipid Regulation)=Assists in regulating blood pressure and blood sugar.
Mechanism:
Blood pressure lowering:The chlorogenic acid in chrysanthemum can slightly lower blood pressure,and goji polysaccharides improve vascular endothelial function.
Lipid lowering:Goji berry reduces low-density lipoprotein(LDL),and chrysanthemum inhibits cholesterol absorption.
Applicable Conditions:Early-stage hypertension(liver yang hyperactivity type),mild hyperlipidemia.
Antioxidation,Delaying Aging
Chrysanthemum(Antioxidant)+Goji Berry(Anti-aging)=Synergistically scavenge free radicals.
Mechanism:The quercetin in chrysanthemum and goji polysaccharides in goji berry jointly enhance the activity of SOD(superoxide dismutase),reducing cellular oxidative damage.
Applications:Health care for middle-aged and elderly people,prevention of neurodegenerative diseases(such as Alzheimer's disease).
II.Classic Combination Application Scenarios
Internal Use Formulas(Tea/Decoction)
Basic Combination:Jinzijian Chrysanthemum+Goji Berry,infused in boiling water as a tea.
Modified Schemes:
Liver fire excess+red eyes:Add Cassia seeds.
Qi and blood deficiency+eye fatigue:Add Astragalus and Angelica sinensis.
Insomnia and frequent dreaming:Add Ziziphus jujuba.
Ophthalmological External Use(Fumigation/Wet Compress)
Method:Chrysanthemum+Goji Berry,decoct in water,filter the residue,fumigate both eyes while hot(at a distance of 20cm to avoid burns),or use a cotton swab to wipe the eye area after cooling.
Applicable Conditions:Chronic conjunctivitis,visual fatigue,early stage of meibomian gland cyst.
Regulation of Liver and Kidney Yin Deficiency Type Hypertension
Combination:Chrysanthemum+Goji Berry+Gou teng(added later),decocted in water for oral use.
Action:Calming the liver and subduing yang,relieving dizziness and tinnitus.
III.Modern Research Support
Anti-inflammatory Synergistic Effect
Source:Chinese Traditional and Herbal Medicine Journal,2021
Content:The combined decoction of chrysanthemum and goji berry is more effective in inhibiting the NF-κB pathway and reducing inflammatory factors(IL-6,TNF-α)than using them alone.
Eye Protection Mechanism
Source:International Journal of Ophthalmology,2022
Content:The combined use can reduce retinal cell apoptosis induced by blue light,with better effects than using a single component.
Metabolic Regulation
Source:Phytomedicine,2023
Content:The combination significantly improves insulin resistance in mice fed a high-fat diet,indicating potential benefits for prediabetes.
Summary:
The Unique Value of the Combination
The combination of Jinzijian Chrysanthemum and Goji Berry embodies the wisdom of traditional Chinese medicine's"clearing and
tonifying"approach:
Clearing(Chrysanthemum):Targets the symptoms(liver fire,inflammation).
Tonifying(Goji Berry):Addresses the underlying deficiency(liver and kidney insufficiency).
The combination not only enhances the effects of improving vision,lowering blood pressure,and delaying aging but also avoids the biases of single herbs,making it a classic combination for daily health care and chronic disease regulation.