TCM Basics 101: Supermarket Herbs - Bittergourd

TCM Nature: Cool

TCM Taste: Bitter

TCM Meridian Affinity: Heart, Lung, Spleen, Liver

Benefits:

· Cleanses the Blood

· Clears Liver Heat

· Cools Summer Heat

· Nourished Blood

· Moves Qi

· Eliminates Inflammation

· Tonifies Liver

Spirituality:

Bittergourd is ranked first on earth for its ability to expel Heat, sharpen vision, improve liver function, support heart health, and relieve the body of toxins. Hence spiritually it is used to help promote fresh beginnings, healing, and renewal. It is an excellent herb for cleansing and purification.