Dating back over 2,000 years to the Chinese Han Dynasty for its powerful ability to promote restful sleep, Suan Zao Ren nourishes heart yin and liver blood, helping to calm the mind and reduce irritability. It is commonly used to treat insomnia and palpitations, while also preventing abnormal sweating, such as spontaneous sweating and night sweats. Suan Zao Ren is the seed of the jujube tree, which bears fruit to a beautiful healing fruit, Da Zao, used for hormone health. 

From a Western perspective, Suan Zao Ren affects the central nervous system with mild sedative properties, making it a helpful remedy for insomnia. Additionally, it offers a variety of pharmacological benefits, including anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects, as well as support for lowering blood pressure and cholesterol. It has also been studied for its anti-aging and antitumor potential.

Fun Fact: Suan Zao Ren is known as the sleeping fruit of the East.