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Longan
Dimocarpus longan (Long Yan Rou)
TCM, Southeast Asian
Gabriel Score
67/ 100Good
EvidenceLimited - traditional blood tonic
Conditions6 applications
How it works
Blood tonic, calms shen (spirit), neuroprotective, anxiolytic, sleep support
Typical Dosage
9-15g dried fruit in decoction or eaten as fruit
Used for
Insomniaanxietyanemiaforgetfulnesspalpitationsblood deficiency
The Science
Active Compounds
Polysaccharides, phenolic compounds, vitamin C, minerals
Evidence Base
Limited - traditional blood tonic67/100
Dragon eye fruit; sweet; nourishes heart and spleen; calms mind; safe as food; related to lychee
How to Use
Decoction, tea, dried fruit, soup
Dosing should be individualized. Consult a qualified herbalist or healthcare practitioner.
Safety Profile
Interactions
May interact with sedatives (theoretical)
Contraindications
None significant; high sugar content
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EvidenceLimited - traditional blood tonic
Applications6
Gabriel Score67/100
Educational purposes only. Consult a qualified healthcare provider before starting any herbal protocol.