What it is:
Rou Dou Kou, or nutmeg seed, is a pungent and warm herb used in TCM to warm the middle Jiao, regulate Qi, and alleviate pain. It is associated with the Spleen and Stomach meridians. Rou Dou Kou is known for its ability to warm the middle Jiao, regulate Qi, and alleviate pain. It is often used in formulas to treat patterns of cold in the middle Jiao with symptoms such as abdominal pain, vomiting, and diarrhea.
How it can help:
- Warms the middle Jiao and regulates Qi
- Alleviates pain and treats vomiting
- Treats abdominal pain and diarrhea