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Anchovy in TCM:

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


Temperature: warm

Channels: ST, SP

Flavors: sweet, salty
Tonifies: qi, yang

Special Properties:
disperses cold, clears damp, resolves water accumulations

In terms of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Anchovy is known for its ability to tonify qi and yang. It also helps to expel cold, resolve dampness, and regulate water.

In general the ancient Chinese medical texts cite that it enters the stomach and spleen. The flavor of Anchovy is sweet and salty, and it is considered to be warm in temperature.
 

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