Dan Shen (Codonopsis pilosula)
Its primary function is to nourish the energy and spirit of the organs, and to eliminate the chronic thirst due to anxiety. It is most appropriate and efficacious in harmonizing and nourishing the energy and spirit when they have become depleted. Western research has looked at its role in the prevention of ulcers, whereupon it has been found to be most effective in stress related ulcers.