Bamboo Shoot
| Bamboo Shoot in TCM:Explore the properties of Bamboo Shoot according to Chinese
Nutrition and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM):
Temperature: cool
Channels: LU, LI, ST
Flavors: sweet, bitter
Special Properties:
clears heat, clears damp, resolves water accumulations, resolves phlegm, resolves food stagnation
In terms of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Bamboo Shoot is known for its ability to clear heat and resolve dampnesss. It also helps to regulate water circulation and resolve phlegm.
In general the ancient Chinese medical texts cite that it enters the lung, stomach, and large intestine. Its flavor is sweet and bitter. Furthermore Bamboo Shoot are considered to be cool in temperature.
In Chinese medicine it is believed that bamboo shoots have a somewhat legendary ability to clear phlegm. They may also help to emulsify fats. [See also: Zhu Ru].
For diarrhea, dysentery, and rectal prolapse: cook bamboo shoots with rice [22].
Bamboo shoots are contra-indicated during pregnancy as they may trigger the cleansing of an and old disease which could manifest as skin lesions [22].
Disclaimer: In accordance with our terms of service, by using this web site you agree that none of the information found on this web site constitutes medical advice. You should always consult your doctor before trying any particular food or herbal remedy to treat disease.
Folk remedies presented on this site are designed to address specifc TCM diagnoses, and are not one-size-fits-all. If you would like to learn more about Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and how it relates to Chinese Nutrition, you can book in a free call with a licensed professional. There is no obligation to purchase.
[CLICK HERE for your free INITIAL CONSULTATION] |