Salt
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Salt in TCM:

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



Temperature: cold

Channels: LI, ST, SP, SI, KD

Flavors: salty

Special Properties:
clears heat, eliminates toxins


In terms of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Salt is known for its ability to clear heat and eliminate toxins.

In general the ancient Chinese medical texts cite that it enters the stomach, spleen, small intestine, large intestine, and kidney. The flavor of Salt is salty, and it is considered to be cold in temperature.