Which herb is for Liver and Kidney yin deficiency with edema?

• A. Gou Qi Zi
• B. Wu Jia Pi
• C. Shan Yao
• D. Bai He

Answer: (B)

In this scenario the goal is to address both yin deficiency of the liver and kidneys and the dampness that causes edema. Wu Jia Pi fits best because it does two crucial things at once: it tonifies the liver and kidney to replenish yin fluids, and it also promotes urination to remove dampness. That combination targets the root of edema arising from yin deficiency with fluid regulation problems, helping to restore proper water metabolism while supporting the yin that’s been depleted.

Other herbs here are strong yin-nourishing tonics, but they don’t address dampness and fluid movement as directly. Gou Qi Zi nourishes liver and kidney yin, which is helpful for dryness and vision issues but doesn’t readily emphasize removing dampness. Shan Yao tonifies kidney and spleen, supporting overall deficiency but again is less focused on dampness elimination. Bai He nourishes lung and heart yin and isn’t specific to kidney yin deficiency with edema.