TCM Basics 101: Supermarket Herbs - Lemon
TCM Nature: Cooling
TCM Taste: Sour, astringent
TCM Meridian Affinity: Liver, Gallbladder, Stomach, Lung
Benefits:
· Eases sore throat
· Lightens skin and improves acne
· Aids digestion
· Cleanses Liver
· Energizes body and restores its natural pH
· Relieves constipation and indigestion
· Aids weight loss
· Prevents parasites
Spirituality:
Many cultures have used lemon. It was known to the Jews of Jerusalem, who pelted a high priest with lemons in the 90s BC.
Ancient Egyptians believed eating lemons and drinking lemon juice was an effective protection against a variety of poisons and evils.
Lemon is well known for its cleansing properties against all negativities. A few drops can be added to water used for bathing, washing, mopping and cleaning in space clearing rituals.