Orange
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Orange in TCM:

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



Temperature: cool

Channels: LU, ST, LV

Flavors: sweet, sour
Tonifies: yin

Special Properties:
circulates qi


In terms of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Orange is known for its ability to tonify yin. It also helps to promote qi circulation.

In general the ancient Chinese medical texts cite that it enters the Lung and Stomach. The flavor of Orange is Sweet and Sour, and it is considered to be cool in temperature.