{"id":42827,"date":"2019-11-25T05:06:01","date_gmt":"2019-11-25T13:06:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/selfhacked.com\/?p=42827"},"modified":"2021-09-20T09:19:09","modified_gmt":"2021-09-20T16:19:09","slug":"polygala-tenuifolia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/selfhacked.com\/blog\/polygala-tenuifolia\/","title":{"rendered":"2 Polygala Tenuifolia Benefits + Side Effects"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em>Polygala tenuifolia<\/em> is an herb with potential nootropic properties. Unfortunately, there are very few human studies. Although their results are promising, the evidence is insufficient to support its effectiveness at improving memory in healthy people and cognitive function in the elderly. Animal studies show that this herb may effectively improve <a href=\"https:\/\/selfhacked.com\/blog\/natural-treatments-depression\/\">depression<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/selfhacked.com\/blog\/natural-treatments-anxiety\/\">anxiety<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/selfhacked.com\/blog\/health-benefits-sleep\/\">sleep<\/a>. Read on to learn about the other potential benefits of this plant.<!--more--><\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"What_Is_Polygala_tenuifolia\"><a id=\"post-42827-_oaamgp4belp9\"><\/a><strong>What Is <em>Polygala tenuifolia<\/em>?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><em>Polygala tenuifolia<\/em>, also known as <em>yuan zhi<\/em>, is an herb. Its root is widely used in Chinese medicine to improve memory and combat forgetfulness and aging [<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/23433049\">R<\/a>].<\/p>\n<p>Polygala root contains many potentially neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory compounds, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Tenuifolisides<\/strong> increase <a href=\"http:\/\/selfhacked.com\/blog\/a-comprehensive-list-of-natural-ways-to-increase-bdnf\/\">BDNF<\/a> and suppress inflammatory cytokines (<a href=\"http:\/\/selfhacked.com\/blog\/supplements-lifestyle-factors-influence-tnf-interleukin-6-il-6\/\">TNF-alpha<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/selfhacked.com\/blog\/interleukin-1\/\">IL-1beta<\/a>) and other inflammation-causing agents (<a href=\"https:\/\/selfhacked.com\/blog\/nuclear-factor-kappa-b\/\">NF-kB<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/selfdecode.com\/gene\/ptges2\/?utm_source=seo&amp;#38;utm_medium=selfhacked&amp;#38;utm_campaign=id00002\">PGE2<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/selfdecode.com\/gene\/nos2\/?utm_source=seo&amp;#38;utm_medium=selfhacked&amp;#38;utm_campaign=id00002\">iNOs<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/selfhacked.com\/blog\/cox2-natural-cox2-inhibitors\/\">COX2<\/a>) [<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/24076326\">R<\/a>,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/24877714\"> R<\/a>].<\/li>\n<li><strong>3,6-Disinapoylsucrose<\/strong> increases BDNF and activates <a href=\"https:\/\/selfdecode.com\/gene\/creb1\/?utm_source=seo&amp;#38;utm_medium=selfhacked&amp;#38;utm_campaign=id00002\">CREB<\/a> [<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/24488601\">R<\/a>].<\/li>\n<li>Polygala <strong>saponins<\/strong> activate <a href=\"http:\/\/selfdecode.com\/gene\/ntrk2\/?utm_source=seo&amp;#38;utm_medium=selfhacked&amp;#38;utm_campaign=id00002\">TrkB<\/a> (the BDNF receptor) and prevent the decrease in NMDA receptors in aged animals [<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4940626\/\">R<\/a>,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4973376\/\"> R<\/a>].<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span id=\"Snapshot\"><a id=\"post-42827-_t8cgdixv3t2q\"><\/a><strong>Snapshot<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><a id=\"post-42827-_i2lsfhrwjez\"><\/a><strong>Proponents<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Preliminary research suggests it may improve memory in healthy people and cognitive function in elderly people<\/li>\n<li>Few mild adverse effects reported<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><a id=\"post-42827-_d5wbmv2jz6yh\"><\/a><strong>Skeptics<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Insufficient evidence for all benefits<\/li>\n<li>Relatively unknown safety profile<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span id=\"Health_Benefits\"><a id=\"post-42827-_5jszsnwrj4wb\"><\/a><strong>Health Benefits<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span id=\"Insufficient_Evidence_for\"><a id=\"post-42827-_brvteoiuw5m3\"><\/a><strong>Insufficient Evidence for:<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span id=\"1_Improving_Memory\"><a id=\"post-42827-_5uey2zea97op\"><\/a><strong>1) Improving Memory<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In a clinical trial on 48 healthy people, <strong><em>Polygala<\/em><\/strong> <strong><em>tenuifolia <\/em>root extract improved spatial and verbal memory<\/strong>. Those who received it also made fewer errors and scored better on a test measuring working memory [<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/19429065\">R<\/a>].<\/p>\n<p>Similarly, <em>Polygala tenuifolia <\/em>extract improved both spatial and non-spatial memory in aged mice [<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/24744810\">R<\/a>].<\/p>\n<p>It also improved short-term memory in rats with drug-induced memory impairment and mice poisoned with <a href=\"https:\/\/selfhacked.com\/blog\/manganese\/\">manganese<\/a> [<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/17827729\">R<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/25916449\">R<\/a>].<\/p>\n<p>This supplement may improve memory by:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Inhibiting the enzyme <a href=\"https:\/\/selfdecode.com\/gene\/ache\/?utm_source=seo&amp;#38;utm_medium=selfhacked&amp;#38;utm_campaign=id00002\">acetylcholinesterase<\/a> (AChE), which <strong>reduces the breakdown of<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/selfhacked.com\/blog\/acetylcholine\/\"><strong> acetylcholine<\/strong><\/a> [<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/12391609\">R<\/a>].<\/li>\n<li>Inhibiting MAO enzymes. This <strong>reduces the breakdown of<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/selfhacked.com\/blog\/dopamine\/\"><strong> dopamine<\/strong><\/a><strong>,<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/selfhacked.com\/blog\/how-to-increase-serotonin\"><strong>serotonin<\/strong><\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/selfhacked.com\/blog\/norepinephrine-stress-hormone\/\">norepinephrine<\/a> [<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/24744810\">R<\/a>].<\/li>\n<li>Increasing<a href=\"https:\/\/selfhacked.com\/blog\/a-comprehensive-list-of-natural-ways-to-increase-bdnf\/\"> BDNF<\/a> in the brain (hippocampus) [<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4007183\/\">R<\/a>].<\/li>\n<li>Promoting the growth of new neurons in the hippocampus (important for the creation of new memories) [<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/18693285\">R<\/a>].<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A single clinical trial and some animal and cell-based research cannot be considered sufficient evidence to conclude for certain that <em>Polygala tenuifolia <\/em>improves memory. More clinical studies on larger populations are needed to confirm these preliminary findings.<\/p>\n<aside class=\"sh-partner shp-form sponsored sh-et-7388fa\">\n  <div>\n          <div class=\"partner-heading\">Get the Regimen of A Top Biohacker<\/div>\n    \n    <div class=\"partner-content\">\n      <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Joe Cohen is well-known for his work as a successful entrepreneur in the health field after he overcame his many health issues using a personalized regimen. 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Further clinical research is required.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Animal_and_Cell_Research_Lack_of_Evidence\"><a id=\"post-42827-_2haa6k705lkv\"><\/a><strong>Animal and Cell Research (Lack of Evidence)<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No clinical evidence supports the use of <em>Polygala tenuifolia <\/em>for any of the conditions listed in this section. Below is a summary of the existing animal and cell-based research, which should guide further investigational efforts. However, the studies listed below should not be interpreted as supportive of any health benefit.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Depression\"><a id=\"post-42827-_vrsgln2j7yyn\"><\/a><strong>Depression<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong><em>Polygala<\/em><\/strong> <strong><em>tenuifolia <\/em>and its derivatives had antidepressant effects<\/strong> in rats and mice [<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/21585386\">R<\/a>,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/19827305\"> R<\/a>,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/20645779\"> R<\/a>,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/24614095\"> R<\/a>,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/24520403\"> R<\/a>].<\/p>\n<p>In mice, a saponin from its extract was more effective than a drug used to treat depression (duloxetine) [<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/24614095\">R<\/a>].<\/p>\n<p>Animal studies show that <em>Polygala tenuifolia <\/em>may combat depression by:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Blocking MAO enzymes. This<strong> increases dopamine and serotonin levels<\/strong> [<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/21585386\">R<\/a>,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/24614095\"> R<\/a>]<\/li>\n<li>Increasing antioxidant enzymes (<a href=\"http:\/\/selfhacked.com\/blog\/the-brain-fog-gene-rs4880-or-sod2\/\">SOD<\/a>) [<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/21585386\">R<\/a>]<\/li>\n<li>Decreasing<a href=\"https:\/\/selfhacked.com\/blog\/need-know-cortisol-health-effects\/\"> cortisol<\/a> and the<a href=\"https:\/\/selfhacked.com\/blog\/factors-counteract-stress-response\/\"> stress response<\/a> (<a href=\"http:\/\/selfhacked.com\/blog\/reasons-cortisol-low-high\/\">HPA axis<\/a>) [<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/21585386\">R<\/a>,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/19827305\"> R<\/a>]<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span id=\"Sleep\"><a id=\"post-42827-_fdro6n5famjz\"><\/a><strong>Sleep<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Tenuifolin, derived from this plant<em>,<\/em> <strong>had sleep-enhancing effects<\/strong> in mice. It prolonged both REM and NREM sleep [<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/27912882\">R<\/a>].<\/p>\n<p><em>Polygala tenuifolia <\/em>saponins also had <strong>sedative effects<\/strong> and prolonged sleep in mice [<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/20645780\">R<\/a>].<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Antipsychotic\"><a id=\"post-42827-_77j1cv7pmyxr\"><\/a><strong>Antipsychotic<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><em>Polygala tenuifolia <\/em>saponins reduced drug-induced hyperactivity in mice and rats. They may act by blocking serotonin and dopamine receptors [<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/11812522\">R<\/a>].<\/p>\n<p>In addition, an extract of this plant reduced<a href=\"https:\/\/selfhacked.com\/blog\/cocaine\/\"> cocaine<\/a>-induced psychotic behavior in mice [<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/15464827\">R<\/a>].<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Anxiety\"><a id=\"post-42827-_7ix0x8t6vjm\"><\/a><strong>Anxiety<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Mice treated with saponins derived from <em>Polygala tenuifolia <\/em>showed signs of reduced anxiety [<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/20645780\">R<\/a>].<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Dermatitis\"><a id=\"post-42827-_6ab1a19xt6w3\"><\/a><strong>Dermatitis<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The extract of this plant reduced<a href=\"https:\/\/selfhacked.com\/blog\/63-factors-raising-stress-cortisol-level-backed-science\/\"> stress<\/a>-induced dermatitis in mice [<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5297822\/\">R<\/a>].<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Anti-Inflammatory\"><a id=\"post-42827-_8ejh7ul7l2ci\"><\/a><strong>Anti-Inflammatory<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><em>Polygala tenuifolia <\/em>and its derivatives <strong>reduced the production of inflammatory cytokines<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/selfhacked.com\/blog\/supplements-lifestyle-factors-influence-tnf-interleukin-6-il-6\/\"> TNF-alpha<\/a>,<a href=\"https:\/\/selfhacked.com\/blog\/interleukin-1\/\"> IL-1beta<\/a>, and the master-regulator of inflammation<a href=\"https:\/\/selfhacked.com\/blog\/nuclear-factor-kappa-b\/\"> NF-\u03baB<\/a> in<a href=\"https:\/\/selfhacked.com\/blog\/how-to-increase-and-decrease-white-blood-cells\/\"> white blood cells<\/a> (macrophages) [<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/21856398\">R<\/a>,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/24076326\"> R<\/a>].<\/p>\n<p><em>Polygala tenuifolia <\/em>also reduced the production of nitric oxide (NO) and<a href=\"https:\/\/selfdecode.com\/gene\/nos2\/?utm_source=seo&amp;utm_medium=selfhacked&amp;utm_campaign=id00002\"> iNOS<\/a>, thereby reducing inflammation [<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/21856398\">R<\/a>].<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Cancer\"><a id=\"post-42827-_w19yehxm1gdl\"><\/a><strong>Cancer<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Below, we will discuss some preliminary research on <em>Polygala tenuifolia\u2019s <\/em>potential anticancer effects. It\u2019s still in the animal and cell stage and further clinical studies have yet to determine if its extract may be useful in cancer therapies.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Do not under any circumstances attempt to replace conventional cancer therapies with <em>Polygala tenuifolia <\/em>or any other supplements<\/strong>. If you want to use it as a supportive measure, talk to your doctor to avoid any unexpected interactions.<\/p>\n<p><em>Polygala tenuifolia <\/em>compounds suppressed tumor growth in mice [<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/28923567\">R<\/a>,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/22944432\"> R<\/a>].<\/p>\n<p>They also killed human ovarian and lung cancer cells [<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/25501282\">R<\/a>,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/22840049\"> R<\/a>,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/22944432\"> R<\/a>].<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Risks_and_Side_Effects\"><a id=\"post-42827-_umfuwdiyztul\"><\/a><strong>Risks and Side Effects<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Keep in mind that the safety profile of <em>Polygala tenuifolia <\/em>is relatively unknown, given the lack of well-designed clinical studies. The list of side effects below is not a definite one and you should consult your doctor about other potential side effects based on your health condition and possible drug or supplement interactions<em>.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>Polygala tenuifolia <\/em>has been reported to cause vomiting, diarrhea, changes in body weight, and\/or mild indigestion in clinical trials [<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4238171\/\">R<\/a>,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/19429065\"> R<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/30576772\">R<\/a>].<\/p>\n<p>There was one case where it caused occupational asthma and rhinitis due to long-term inhalation [<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/15716601\">R<\/a>].<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Dosage\"><a id=\"post-42827-_qe3qbz7zne5y\"><\/a><strong>Dosage<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Because <em>Polygala tenuifolia <\/em>is not approved by the FDA for any conditions, there is no official dose. Users and supplement manufacturers have established unofficial doses based on trial and error. Discuss with your doctor if it may be useful as a complementary approach in your case and which dose you should take.<\/p>\n<p><em>Polygala tenuifolia <\/em>is available as a powder or as capsules.<\/p>\n<p>Healthy adults can take up to 300 mg per day. In clinical trials, it was administered as 100 mg per dose 3 times a day [<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/19429065\">R<\/a>].<\/p>\n<p>The same dose was generally safe in a clinical trial on 60 children and teenagers aged 9-19 [<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/30576772\">R<\/a>].<\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"User_Experience\"><a id=\"post-42827-_n407no5x2g99\"><\/a><strong>User Experience<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><em>The opinions expressed in this section are solely those of Polygala tenuifolia users, who may or may not have medical or scientific training. Their reviews do not represent the opinions of SelfHacked. SelfHacked does not endorse any specific product, service, or treatment.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>Do not consider user experiences as medical advice. Never delay or disregard seeking professional medical advice from your doctor or another qualified healthcare provider because of something you have read on SelfHacked. We understand that reading individual, real-life experiences can be a helpful resource, but it is never a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment from a qualified healthcare provider.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Satisfied users of <em>Polygala tenuifolia <\/em>reported:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Mood boost and antidepressant effects<\/li>\n<li>Calming effects<\/li>\n<li>Sleep improvement<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>However, a few users complained about:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Nausea<\/li>\n<li>Stomach irritation<\/li>\n<li>\u201c<a href=\"http:\/\/selfhacked.com\/blog\/the-cause-of-brain-fog\/\">Brain fog<\/a>\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><em>Polygala tenuifolia<\/em> is an herb with potential nootropic properties. Unfortunately, there are very few human studies. Although their results are promising, the evidence is insufficient to support its effectiveness at improving memory in healthy people and cognitive function in the elderly. Animal studies show that this herb may effectively improve <a href=\"https:\/\/selfhacked.com\/blog\/natural-treatments-depression\/\">depression<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/selfhacked.com\/blog\/natural-treatments-anxiety\/\">anxiety<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/selfhacked.com\/blog\/health-benefits-sleep\/\">sleep<\/a>. Read on to learn about the other potential benefits of this plant.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":14687,"featured_media":16705,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[347,22],"tags":[279],"yst_prominent_words":[27975,27978,27973,12675,27977,27979,27969,27967,12678,27968,554,27970,27971,12674,27976,27974,511,515,529,12679],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/selfhacked.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/42827"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/selfhacked.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/selfhacked.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/selfhacked.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/14687"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/selfhacked.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=42827"}],"version-history":[{"count":23,"href":"https:\/\/selfhacked.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/42827\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":112202,"href":"https:\/\/selfhacked.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/42827\/revisions\/112202"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/selfhacked.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/16705"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/selfhacked.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=42827"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/selfhacked.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=42827"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/selfhacked.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=42827"},{"taxonomy":"yst_prominent_words","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/selfhacked.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/yst_prominent_words?post=42827"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}