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Chinese Soft-Shell Turtle Shell

Chinese Soft-Shell Turtle Shell is listed in the traditional category “Herbs that Tonify the Yin.” Source-described actions include Nourishes Yin and anchors Yang; Invigorates the Blood, p romotes menstruation, softens hardness and d issipates nodules; Heavily anchors, descends, unblocks and facilitates the functions of the Blood vessels. This educational materia medica profile documents traditional properties, functions, and safety context.

Key reference facts

Category
Herbs that Tonify the Yin
Nature
Slightly Cold / (Cold)
Flavor
Salty
Channels
Liver, Spleen, (Kidney)

Source reference: American Dragon · Bie Jia

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