Yogurt
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Yogurt in TCM:

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



Temperature: cold

Channels: LU, LI, ST, LV

Flavors: sweet, sour
Tonifies: qi, blood, yin

In terms of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Yogurt is known for its ability to tonify qi, blood, and yin.

In general the ancient Chinese medical texts cite that it enters the Lung, Stomach, Large Intestine, and Liver. The flavor of Yogurt is sweet and sour, and it is considered to be cold in temperature. Take special care when consuming hot or cold foods, since a temperature neutral diet is essential to maximum balance and well being.