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Gentian in TCM:

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


Temperature: cool

Channels: ST, SP, SI, LV, GB

Flavors: bitter
Tonifies: qi, blood

Special Properties:
clears heat

In terms of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Gentian is known for its ability to tonify qi and blood. It also helps to clear heat.

In general the ancient Chinese medical texts cite that it enters the stomach, spleen, small intestine, liver, and gallbladder. The flavor of Gentian is bitter, and it is considered to be cool in temperature.
 

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