Savory
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Savory in TCM:

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



Temperature: warm

Channels: LU, KD

Flavors: aromatic, sweet, bitter, pungent
Tonifies: yang

Special Properties:
circulates qi, disperses cold, resolves phlegm


In terms of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Savory is known for its ability to tonify yang. It also helps to promote qi circulation, disperse cold, and resolve phlegm.

In general the ancient Chinese medical texts cite that it enters the Lung and Kidney. The flavor of Savory is sweet, bitter and acrid, and it is considered to be warm in temperature.