Hawthorn
| Hawthorn in TCM:Explore the properties of Hawthorn according to Chinese
Nutrition and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM):
Temperature: warm
Channels: ST, SP, HT, LV, PC
Flavors: sweet, sour
Tonifies: qi
Special Properties:
circulates qi, circulates blood
In terms of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Hawthorn is known for its ability to tonify qi. It also helps to promote qi and blood circulation.
In general the ancient Chinese medical texts cite that it enters the Stomach, Spleen, Heart, Liver, and Pericardium. The flavor of Hawthorn is sweet and sour, and it is considered to be warm in temperature.
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