Eggplant (Aubergine)
| Eggplant (Aubergine) in TCM:Explore the properties of Eggplant (Aubergine) according to Chinese
Nutrition and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM):
Temperature: cool
Channels: LI, ST, SP, LV, Uterus
Flavors: sweet
Special Properties:
circulates blood, clears heat, alleviates bi syndrome
In terms of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Eggplant (Aubergine) is known for its ability to regulate blood circulation. It also helps to clear heat, promote urination, relieve pain, and reduce swelling.
In general the ancient Chinese medical texts cite that it enters the stomach, spleen, large intestine, liver, and uterus. Furthermore Eggplant (Aubergine) is considered to be cool in temperature. The flavor is sweet. Eggplant (USA) is called Aubergine is the UK.
Eggplant is contraindicated for treating any cold type conditions. For snake and scorpion bites apply eggplant directly to the skin to absorb the toxins. For jaundice and hepatitis eat eggplant and rice three times daily for one week. To reduce swelling and edema grind the eggplant into a meal and take one teaspoon in warm water three times daily. For frostbite soak the area in eggplant tea.
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