TCM Basics 101: Supermarket Herbs - Corn

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TCM Nature: Neutral

TCM Taste: Sweet, bland

TCM Meridian Affinity: Stomach, Large Intestine

Benefits:

·       Stops bleeding

·       Lowers blood pressure

·       Detoxifies

·       Stimulates appetite

·       Promotes urination

·       Reduces swelling

Read more about Chinese Herb Corn Silk here.

Spirituality:

Maize (or corn), means “that which sustains us.

Corn is a clear indication of summer and the bounty of the harvest.

Corn teaches us the mysteries of life, death and rebirth. The infamous Fleur-de-lis is the spiritual representation of the corn and is closely related to the higher self or third eye of sacred sight.

Many cultures revered corn as a spiritual element, which is regarded as a symbol of longevity, prosperity, protection and spirituality.

Read more about TCM Herbal Medicine Prescription on my TCM Wellness page.

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