Evodia (Wu Zhu yu in Chinese Pinyin name) has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for many purposes including weight loss and energy. Evodiamine, as the main active ingredient of Evodia Extract, has been shown to be a stimulant, diuretic, and thermogenic and it has also been shown to reduce the absorption of dietary fat. Anecdotal evidence shows evodiamine to be an appetite suppressant as well. All of these effects of evodiamine make it a good addition to a fat burning or energy supplement.

Product Name: Evodia Extract 

Latin Name: Fructus Evodiae 

Plant source: Fruit of Fructus Evodiae 

Active Ingredient:  Evodiamine

CAS number: 518-17-2

Molecular Formula: C19H17N3O

Molecular Weight: 303.36

Characteristics: Light yellow powder

Specifications:

1> Evodiamine 5%, 10%, 40-98%  HPLC

2> Extract ratio 4:1 to 20:1 or customized

Function:

1. Evodia extract is used to treat symptoms of abdominal distress. These include nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. It is said to be especially effective in treating morning diarrhea. Evodia is used to stimulate the appetite and to treat abdominal symptoms associated with lack of interest in food.

2. Evodia is also used as a painkiller. It is a remedy for headaches, especially headaches associated with nausea and vomiting. Traditional Chinese herbalists also use it to treat pain in the upper abdomen and pain associated with abdominal hernias. According to Chinese herbalism, the warm nature of the evodia fruit counteracts cold conditions in the stomach.

3. Evodia extract also has anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor, anti iral, astringent, and diuretic properties. Studies shows taht extracts of evodia fruit strongly inhibit the growth of one specific bacteria (Helicobacter pylori, a bacteria usually treated in mainstream medicine with antibiotics). Unlike conventional antibiotics, the extract did not alter the growth patterns of any other intestinal bacteria. This finding supports the traditional use of evodia fruit in digestive disorders.