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Fresh-Water Turtle Plastron

Fresh-Water Turtle Plastron is listed in the traditional category “Herbs that Tonify the Yin.” Source-described actions include Nourishes Yin and anchors Yang; Benefits the Kidneys and s trengthens the bones; Nourishes the Blood, enriches Yin and stabilizes the Chong and Ren channels. This educational materia medica profile documents traditional properties, functions, and safety context.

Key reference facts

Category
Herbs that Tonify the Yin
Nature
Cold / (Neutral)
Flavor
Salty, Sweet
Channels
Heart, Kidney, Liver, (Lung)

Source reference: American Dragon · Gui Ban

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