Supporting good function of lungs and spleen: This herb works to energize the entire body, and much of this work centers on the lungs and spleen. It also is believed to be useful in asthma patients, as the root seems to cut down on the production of hormones that can cause the bronchia to constrict.
Boost blood quality: Some studies suggest that codonopsis root can help to boost the amount of hemoglobin in the blood and increase the number of red blood corpuscles in the blood.
Improve stress response: This herb has been used for years to help with hypertension and to boost your endurance for stress. It seems to help the body deal with the various symptoms of stress, such as muscle tension, fatigue, headaches, high blood pressure and adrenaline. It seems to work in a similar fashion to ginseng but is believed to be a good deal milder.
Helps with digestion: This root is thought to help the body with loss of appetite, and also can be helpful in relieving diarrhea and vomiting. It seems to be useful in boosting the function of the spleen and to boost your energy. It also seems to cut down on pepsin secretion in the stomach, and will slow down how fast the stomach will pass food into your intestines. It then can be helpful in stopping the forming of peptic ulcers.
