Fig
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Fig in TCM:

Explore the properties of Fig according to Chinese
Nutrition and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM):



Temperature: neutral

Channels: LU, LI, ST, SP

Flavors: sweet
Tonifies: qi, blood

Special Properties:
clears heat, eliminates toxins


In terms of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Figs are known for their ability to tonify qi and blood. They also help to clear heat and eliminate toxins.

In general the ancient Chinese medical texts cite that Figs enter the Lung, Stomach, Spleen, and Large Intestine. The flavor of Figs is sweet, and they are considered to be neutral in temperature.