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Deer Antler Velvet

Deer Antler Velvet is listed in the traditional category “Herbs that Tonify the Yang.” Source-described actions include Tonifies the Kidneys and strengthens Yang; Warms Yang, regulates the Chong and Ren channels and stabilizes the Dai Channel; Tonifies the DU Channel, strengthens Jing and Blood, s trengthens the sinews and bones and ben efits marrow. This educational materia medica profile documents traditional properties, functions, and safety context.

Key reference facts

Category
Herbs that Tonify the Yang
Nature
Warm
Flavor
Sweet, Salty
Channels
Kidney, Liver, (Spleen)

Source reference: American Dragon · Lu Rong

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