Sour Jujube Seed Paste Suan Zao Ren 300g Jar Ready-to-Eat Traditional Herbal Paste

Sour Jujube Seed Paste, known in TCM as Suan Zao Ren (酸枣仁), is a concentrated herbal paste (gao zi) made from the seeds of Ziziphus jujuba var. spinosa. Slow-simmered into a thick, ready-to-eat paste, it reflects the traditional TCM practice of nourishing the heart and calming the spirit. Traditionally associated with restlessness and disturbed sleep, it is best enjoyed as part of a balanced wellness routine and is not a substitute for medication.

Key Selling Points

• Traditional herbal paste made from Suan Zao Ren (酸枣仁), sour jujube seed
• Botanical source Ziziphus jujuba var. spinosa, a classic TCM seed herb
• Slow-simmered gao zi preparation in ready-to-eat jar form
• Traditionally used in TCM to nourish the heart and calm the spirit
• Convenient 300g jar for daily spoonful use

Quality & Sensory

The paste typically has a deep amber to dark brown color with a thick, glossy, spoonable texture. Its aroma is typically warm and mildly sweet with roasted seed notes, and the taste is typically sweet with a subtle nutty, slightly sour finish.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Take a spoonful directly as a ready-to-eat herbal paste
• Stir into warm water or grain-based drinks as a traditional evening beverage
• Spread on toast or blend into congee for a mild herbal sweetness
• Enjoy during seasonal transitions when restful routines are emphasized in TCM

Traditional Uses

In TCM, Suan Zao Ren is a classic heart-nourishing seed herb traditionally associated with calming the spirit and supporting restful sleep. Sour jujube seed has long been simmered with other herbs into thick pastes or decoctions, and is a key ingredient in the traditional formula Suan Zao Ren Tang. It is also traditionally paired with herbs such as Fu Ling (Poria) and Zhi Mu (Anemarrhena) in classical preparations.

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