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Black Sesame Seed

Black Sesame Seed is listed in the traditional category “Herbs that tonify Yin.” Source-described actions include Nourishes and fortifies Liver and Kidney Yin; Nourishes Jing and Blood and extinguishes Wind; Moistens and lubricates the Intestines and Lungs. This educational materia medica profile documents traditional properties, functions, and safety context.

Key reference facts

Category
Herbs that tonify Yin
Nature
Neutral
Flavor
Sweet
Channels
Kidney, Liver, Large Intestine

Source reference: American Dragon · Hei Zhi Ma

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