Bamboo Shoot
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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


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.