Shiitake mushroom
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Shiitake mushroom in TCM:

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



Temperature: neutral

Channels: ST, SP, LV

Flavors: sweet
Tonifies: qi, blood

Special Properties:
resolves phlegm


In terms of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Shiitake mushroom is known for its ability to tonify qi and blood. It also helps to resolve phlegm.

In general the ancient Chinese medical texts cite that it enters the Stomach, Spleen, and Liver. The flavor of Shiitake mushroom is sweet, and it is considered to be neutral in temperature.