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Watermelon Fruit

Watermelon Fruit is listed in the traditional category “Herbs that Clear Heat: Herbs that Drain Fire.” Source-described actions include Clears Summerheat and generates Fluids; Promotes urination and eliminates jaundice; Cools Lung and Stomach Heat. This educational materia medica profile documents traditional properties, functions, and safety context.

Key reference facts

Category
Herbs that Clear Heat: Herbs that Drain Fire
Nature
Cold
Flavor
Sweet, Bland
Channels
Bladder, Heart, Stomach, (Spleen), (Lung)

Source reference: American Dragon · Xi Gua

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