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American Ginseng Root

American Ginseng Root is listed in the traditional category “Herbs that Tonify the Yin.” Source-described actions include Tonifies Qi, generates fluids, nurtures the Stomach and nourishes Yin; Benefits Lung Yin and clears Fire from the Lungs; Sedates Heat in the Intestines and stops bleeding. This educational materia medica profile documents traditional properties, functions, and safety context.

Key reference facts

Category
Herbs that Tonify the Yin
Nature
Cold / (Cool)
Flavor
Sweet, Slightly Bitter
Channels
Heart, Kidney, Lung, (Stomach), (Spleen)

Source reference: American Dragon · Xi Yang Shen

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