Daikon
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Daikon in TCM:

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



Temperature: cool

Channels: LU

Flavors: sweet, pungent

Special Properties:
clears damp, resolves phlegm


In terms of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Daikon is known for its ability to resolve dampness. It also helps to resolve phlegm.

In general the ancient Chinese medical texts cite that it enters the lung. Furthermore Daikon is considered to be cool in temperature. The flavor is sweet and pungent.

Daikon is Chinese radish, and often found in ramen noodle dishes.