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🌿 Bitter Apricot Kernels (Prunus armeniaca) | Traditional Detox & Vitality Seeds | NYCherbs®
The Remedy:
🌱 Other Names: English: Bitter Apricot Kernels, Apricot Seeds, Latin: Prunus armeniaca, Regional/Folk: Xing Ren (Chinese), Armenian Plum Seed
✨ Key Benefits:
🛡️ Supports immune health
🍃 Traditionally used in detox practices
🔥 Anti-inflammatory properties
💧 Promotes respiratory & skin wellness
⚖️ Contains natural amygdalin (Vitamin B17)
📌 Traditional & Modern Uses:
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Used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (Xing Ren) for coughs, asthma, and lung support
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Folk remedy for vitality and cleansing rituals
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Studied in modern contexts for immune function and wellness support
🌼 Herbal Combinations:
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Licorice Root (Glycyrrhiza glabra) → balances bitterness and supports lung health
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Ginger (Zingiber officinale) → aids digestion and warming synergy
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Moringa (Moringa oleifera) → enhances nutrient support and overall vitality
🧴 Available Forms:
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Whole Kernels
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Powder
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Capsules
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Extract
⚠️ Important: Bitter apricot kernels contain amygdalin, which may release cyanide in the body. Use with extreme caution and under professional guidance. Not for pregnant or nursing women.