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Prepared Soybean

Prepared Soybean is listed in the traditional category “Herbs that Release the Exterior: Cool, Acrid Herbs that Release the Exterior (Wind-Heat Diaphoretics).” Source-described actions include Releases the Exterior; Eliminates irritability, harmonizes the Middle Jiao and relieves stuffy sensations in the chest. This educational materia medica profile documents traditional properties, functions, and safety context.

Key reference facts

Category
Herbs that Release the Exterior: Cool, Acrid Herbs that Release the Exterior (Wind-Heat Diaphoretics)
Nature
Cold / or / Warm / Depending on the preparation
Flavor
Sweet, Slightly Bitter, Acrid
Channels
Lung, Stomach

Source reference: American Dragon · Dan Dou Chi

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