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Spring, the Season for Tonics:
Benefits and Cost of Deer Antler Herbal Medicine

Hello! I am Dr. Ji-Yeon Hong, Director of Yon Oriental Medicine Clinic.

Gyeongchip (the awakening from hibernation) has already passed, and full-blown spring will be here soon. Spring is the quintessential season for taking herbal tonics!!

Today, I will provide detailed information on the benefits and costs of "Deer Antler Herbal Medicine" (Nokyong), a representative herbal ingredient that comes to mind when you think of "tonic medicine"!

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Traditional Efficacy

Efficacy of Deer Antler in Dongui Bogam

As many of you know, deer antler is the velvet-covered horn of a deer and is a representative tonifying medicine. Its efficacy is described in detail in the Dongui Bogam (Principles and Practice of Eastern Medicine). Here are some excerpts:

  • "Treats wasting due to chronic deficiency, and aches/pains in the limbs, waist, and spine. Strengthens the womb during pregnancy or when there is weakness in the legs and knees." (Tang-aek Chapter)
  • "Prevents the leakage of vital essence (Jing)." (Internal Medicine Chapter, Jing Section)
  • "Strengthens muscles and bones." (External Medicine Chapter, Bone Section)
  • "Strengthens teeth." (External Medicine Chapter, Teeth Section)
  • "Tonifies kidney deficiency and treats coldness in the waist and kidneys." (Internal Medicine Chapter, Kidney Section)
Excerpt from Dongui Bogam Growth Efficacy of Deer Antler
Modern Research

Remarkable Efficacy of Deer Antler
Revealed by Modern Science

Recent studies have proven the
effectiveness of deer antler in improving physical function
and promoting growth.

Deer Antler Research Results
EFFECT 01

Growth, Development, and Immune Enhancement

It has been proven that IGF-1 (which plays an important role in osteoblast metabolism) is produced, promoting bone growth and immune regulation. It is also significantly effective in improving overall physical function, including memory and learning enhancement, antioxidant effects, anti-inflammatory effects, and nerve cell regeneration.

EFFECT 02

Significant Influence on Growth Promotion

The group treated with deer antler pharmacopuncture showed a significantly greater increase in total height compared to the growth hormone-treated group, and deer antler extract was found to promote the proliferation of osteoblasts. It is rich in various growth factors and sex hormones, showing excellent effects on growth.

Target Audience

Deer Antler Herbal Medicine,
Prescribed for These Conditions

As many are aware, it is great for children who want to grow, improve their immunity, and build overall physical strength.

According to research analysis by the Korean Medicine Pediatrics Center at Kyung Hee University Korean Medicine Hospital, it is widely used not only for growth and developmental disorders (34.5%) but also for the following various diseases.

Allergic Diseases

Allergic rhinitis,
Atopic dermatitis, etc.

Digestive Diseases

Loss of appetite, indigestion,
Irritable bowel syndrome, etc.

Respiratory Diseases

Chronic colds,
Cough, etc.

Other Diseases

Skin, neuropsychiatric,
cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, etc.

Q&A

Questions about Deer Antler Herbal Medicine

Q. Does deer antler medicine really help with growth?

Yes, it does.

Looking at the growth charts of children who take deer antler herbal medicine at Yon Oriental Medicine Clinic, we can see a clear increase in their growth percentiles.

Furthermore, research results showing that deer antler tip extract enhances the proliferative capacity of osteoblasts support this. The 'Gene expression of deer antler on osteoblast growth' graph on the right clearly shows a difference compared to the control group.

Osteoblast Growth Analysis Graph
Obesity Suppression Effect

Q. Won't I gain weight if I take deer antler medicine?

You do not gain weight from taking deer antler medicine.

A recent study found that deer antler actually helps suppress obesity. Deer antler extract significantly reduces leptin, a hormone related to obesity, and lowers total cholesterol and triglycerides. On the other hand, it increases "good" cholesterol (HDL).

As such, deer antler is very effective in suppressing obesity by lowering blood cholesterol levels.

In March, we recommend deer antler medicine
for immunity and growth!

March is a time when children may struggle physically and mentally as they adapt to new environments.
Please check the list below and take advantage of the event benefits running until March 31st.

Health Checklist Yon Oriental Medicine Clinic Event 1 Yon Oriental Medicine Clinic Event 2

"For a healthy and energetic spring for your family,
Yon Oriental Medicine Clinic is here to support you."