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Ginseng (American)
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Ginseng (American) in TCM:

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


Temperature: neutral

Channels: LU, ST, HT, KD

Flavors: sweet, bitter
Tonifies: qi, yin

See also: Chinese Herbs: Xi Yang Shen

In terms of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) American Ginseng is known for its ability to tonify qi and yin. It also helps to calm the spirit.

In general the ancient Chinese medical texts cite that it enters the lung, stomach, heart, and kidney. The flavor of American Ginseng is sweet and bitter, and it is considered to be neutral in temperature.
 

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