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What is the relationship between Yizhiren and amnesia?

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Asked on:Apr 17, 2026 09:56 AM

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  • Freyja Freyja

    Apr 17, 2026

      Many people often feel listless and have poor memory, especially students who overuse their brains and middle-aged and elderly people who suffer from frequent forgetfulness. In fact, this may be related to insufficient spleen and kidney function. Among the many traditional Chinese medicinal materials, there is a small fruit called "Yizhiren". Although it is inconspicuous, it is called by Chinese medicine as a good medicine for "tonifying the kidneys and improving intelligence". Does it really improve forgetfulness? The answer is yes - Yizhiren not only helps to enhance memory, but also regulates the root causes of physical problems that lead to forgetfulness. So, what is the relationship between yozhiren and amnesia?

    How Yizhiren improves forgetfulness

      In traditional Chinese medicine theory, forgetfulness is mostly related to "disharmony between the heart and kidneys", "spleen deficiency and malnutrition" and "insufficient kidney essence". Yizhiren is warm in nature and returns to the spleen and kidney meridians. It is a medicinal herb that can simultaneously regulate the spleen and kidneys, soothe the mind and improve the intelligence.

      1. Tonify the kidneys and essence, strengthen the foundation and increase intelligence

      Traditional Chinese medicine believes that "kidney governs bones and generates marrow, and the brain is the sea of ​​marrow." If kidney essence is sufficient, the brain will be agile. Modern people who stay up late and work too hard can easily damage their kidneys and cause memory loss. Yizhiren can warm and nourish kidney yang, consolidate kidney qi, and help improve problems such as inattention, easy mind wandering, and nighttime polyuria caused by kidney deficiency, thereby indirectly improving cognitive function.

      2. Strengthen the spleen and help transportation, and activate the biochemistry of qi and blood

      The spleen and stomach are the foundation of acquired diseases and the source of Qi and blood biochemistry. If the spleen and stomach are deficient and cold, resulting in indigestion, insufficient Qi and blood, and insufficient nourishment of the brain, symptoms such as dizziness, forgetfulness, and fatigue may also occur. Yizhiren has the effect of "warming the spleen and stopping diarrhea", which can warm the spleen and stomach, promote absorption, and provide the brain with more adequate nutritional support.

      3. Calm the mind and relieve neurasthenia

      Long-term stress and poor sleep can lead to neurasthenia, which manifests as inability to remember, poor sleep, and emotional agitation. Yizhiren has a certain calming effect and is often used in combination with other traditional Chinese medicines (such as Polygala and Acorus) to improve sleep quality, stabilize the nervous system and improve memory efficiency.

    Daily care methods for forgetful people

      1. Insist on cognitive training to activate the brain

      Conduct 15-20 minutes of targeted training every day, such as memorizing number sequences, reciting poems, playing puzzles or educational games, or learning new skills (such as musical instruments, foreign languages). Continuously stimulates synaptic connections in the brain, delays cognitive function decline, and helps improve memory and concentration.

      2. Establish regular life memory anchors

      Develop a fixed schedule, organize items and plans for the next day before going to bed, and use memos, sticky notes and other tools to remind you of important matters; Avoid staying up late and ensure 7-8 hours of sleep so that the brain can be fully repaired and reduce memory retrieval disorders caused by disordered work and rest.

      3. Optimize diet and supplement brain nutrition

      Eat more foods rich in DHA (deep-sea fish, nuts), lecithin (eggs, soy products), and B vitamins (green leafy vegetables, whole grains). These nutrients can nourish nerves and improve cerebral circulation.; Eat less foods high in fat and sugar to avoid clogging blood vessels and affecting the blood supply to the brain.

    Precautions when using Yizhiren

      1. Disabled for those with Yin deficiency and excessive Fire

      Yizhiren is warm in nature and pungent in taste, and can warm the spleen, stop diarrhea, warm the kidneys and solidify essence. However, if you have symptoms of yin deficiency and fire exuberance such as dry mouth, hot flashes, night sweats, constipation, etc., eating it will aggravate internal heat and worsen discomfort. Such people need to avoid using it completely.

      2. Control the dosage and method of consumption

      The recommended daily dosage for daily dietary therapy is 5-10 grams. It can be mixed with yam and lotus seeds to make porridge or soaked in water for drinking. Do not overdose.; The medicine must be mixed according to the doctor's advice, and avoid taking large amounts alone for a long time to prevent the warm and dry nature from depleting body fluids and causing problems such as internal heat.

      3. Use with caution by special groups of people

      Pregnant women, lactating women and children must use it under the guidance of a doctor to avoid the effects of the drug on the body.; Patients with high blood pressure and diabetes should consult professionals before consumption, adjust the dosage according to their own conditions, and monitor their body's reaction. If they feel any discomfort, stop using it immediately.

      Although Yizhiren is small, it can nourish brain power and vitality in a subtle way. Instead of relying on short-term refreshing drinks, it is better to start from the idea of ​​​​"treating the root cause" of traditional Chinese medicine and truly achieve "living smarter" through reasonable dietary therapy and life maintenance.

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