Marshmallow Root
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Marshmallow Root in TCM:

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



Temperature: cool

Channels: LU, ST, UB

Flavors: sweet
Tonifies: yin

Special Properties:
clears heat


In terms of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Marshmallow Root is known for its ability to tonify yin. It also helps to clear heat.

In general the ancient Chinese medical texts cite that it enters the lung, stomach, and urine bladder. The flavor of Marshmallow Root is sweet, and it is considered to be cool in temperature.