TCM Basics 101: Supermarket Herbs - Olive

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TCM Nature: Cooling

TCM Taste: Astringent

TCM Meridian Affinity: Lungs, Stomach

 

Benefits:

·       Clears Lungs

·       Dispels Heat

·       Counteracts Toxicity

·       Moistens Skin

·       Antiviral

·       Increases energy

·       Maintains healthy blood pressure

·       Supports immune and cardiovascular systems


Spirituality:

Perhaps the most well-known symbolic connotation for the olive is peace. The olive tree, or more specifically an olive branch, is a symbol of peace and friendship dating back to ancient Greek mythology.

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