Watermelon
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Watermelon in TCM:

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



Temperature: cold

Channels: ST, HT, UB

Flavors: sweet

Special Properties:
clears heat, resolves water accumulations


In terms of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Watermelon is known for its ability to clear heat and regulate water.

In general the ancient Chinese medical texts cite that it enters the Stomach, Heart, and Urine Bladder. The flavor of Watermelon is sweet, and it is considered to be cold in temperature.