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| Part Used |
Fungus
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| Main function |
Herb to Clear Wetness/Phlegm Patterns
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| Thermal qual. |
Neutral
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| Taste |
Bland or slightly sweet
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| Meridians Entered |
Lu, Sp, Ht, UB
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| Functions |
Promotes urination and leaches Wetness
Strengthens Spleen and harmonizes Middle Burner.
Strengthens Spleen and transforms Phlegm.
Calms the Heart and Shen.
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| Cautions |
Contraindicated in Deficiency Cold with frequent, copious urine.
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| Toxicity |
Relatively safe for long term use
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| Phyto-chemicals |
Polysaccharides, ergosterol, tetracyclic triterpenic acid
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| Western Properties |
Diuretic, sedative, tonic, hypoglycemic, anti-diarrhea,
reduces stomach acid secretions, anti-tumor, immune stimulant,
stimulates phagocytes
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| Notes |
Used by Chinese women to improve complexion
Exhibits anti-acne properties
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