Nettle
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Nettle in TCM:

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



Temperature: cool

Channels: SP, UB, KD, LV

Flavors: sweet, salty
Tonifies: blood, yin, jing

Special Properties:
clears damp, resolves water accumulations, eliminates toxins


In terms of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Nettle is known for its ability to tonify blood, yin and jing. It also helps to resolve dampness, regulate water, and eliminate toxins.

In general the ancient Chinese medical texts cite that it enters the Spleen, Urine Bladder, Kidney, and Liver. The flavor of Nettle is sweet and salty, and it is considered to be cool in temperature.
 

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