TCM Basics 101: Supermarket Herbs - Pomegranate
TCM Nature: Neutral
TCM Taste: Bitter, sweet, astringent
TCM Meridian Affinity: Lung, Liver, Stomach, Spleen, Bladder
Benefits:
· Tonifies Yin
· Clears Heat
· Stimulates contraction of bodily tissues with astringent property
· Soothes skin
· Stops bleeding
· Eases inflammation in stomach
· Treats fever that causes diarrhoea
· Treats chronic coughing
· Increases sex hormones
· Treats infections and inflammations in women’s reproductive system
· Blood nourishing
Spirituality:
The pomegranate was revered for the beauty of its shrub, flowers, and fruit—symbolising sanctity, fertility, and abundance.
In addition to its symbolism of fertility and abundance, the many seeds of pomegranate symbolize the numerous mitzvot (commandments) in the Torah. The hope is that in the coming year, individuals will fulfil these mitzvot just as the pomegranate is full of seeds. Thus the pomegranate serves as a reminder of one’s commitment to leading a life of righteousness and adherence to Jewish law.
Pomegranate is a symbol of peace and love according to Achaemenid limestones in the great Persia.
Iranian culture has long used the pomegranate as a symbol. For instance, Isfandiyar, a legendary Persian warrior, gains invincibility by eating a pomegranate.
