TCM Basics 101: Supermarket Herbs - Orange
TCM Nature: Cooling
TCM Taste: Sour, Sweet
TCM Meridian Affinity: Lung, Stomach, Liver
Benefits:
· Tonifies Yin
· Promotes Qi circulation
· Lubricates Lung
· Resolves mucus
· Increases appetite
· Strengthens Spleen
· Quenches thirst
· Promotes body fluids
Spirituality:
In Greek mythology, it states that Gaea who was the goddess of fertility sent the Garden of Hesperides as a gift for Hera’s wedding. Allegedly, this garden was filled with golden apple trees. It is believed that the golden apples were oranges. In return, Hera also gifted Gaea with oranges for her wedding when she got married to Zeus.
Oranges attract prosperity and success. They also bring energizing and uplifting energy. And they attract good fortune and abundance. They can also strengthen relationships and friendship bonds.
It is recommended to give your loved one oranges if you want to strengthen bonds with each other.
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