Catnip
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Catnip in TCM:

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



Temperature: cool

Channels: LU, LI, HT

Flavors: bitter, pungent

Special Properties:
circulates qi


In terms of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Catnip is known for its ability to regulate qi circulation.

In general the ancient Chinese medical texts cite that it enters the lung, heart, and large intestine. The flavor of Catnip is bitter and pungent, and it is considered to be cool in temperature.