Cayenne
| Cayenne in TCM:Explore the properties of Cayenne according to Chinese
Nutrition and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM):
Temperature: hot
Channels: LU, ST, SP, HT
Flavors: pungent
Tonifies: yang
Special Properties:
circulates qi, circulates blood, disperses cold, clears damp, disperses wind
In terms of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Cayenne is known for its ability to tonify yang. It also helps to promote qi circulation, regulate blood circulation, disperse cold, resolve dampness, and expel wind. It is particularly good for treating wind-damp-cold.
In general the ancient Chinese medical texts cite that it enters the Lung, Stomach, Spleen, and Heart. The flavor of Cayenne is acrid, and it is considered to be hot in temperature. Take special care when consuming hot or cold foods as its important to keep a temperature netural diet to prevent disharmony from developing.
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