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Zhi Gan Cao
Common Name
Licorice Root
Pharmaceutical Latin
Radix Glycyrrhizae
What it is:
Zhi Gan Cao, or honey-fried licorice root, is a sweet and warm herb used in TCM to tonify the Spleen and Stomach, harmonize the Middle Jiao, and moderate the actions of other herbs. It is associated with the Spleen, Lung, and Heart meridians. Zhi Gan Cao is known for its ability to tonify the Spleen Qi, nourish the Stomach Yin, and alleviate spasms and pain. It is often used in formulas to harmonize the actions of other herbs and reduce the harshness of certain herbs.
How it can help:
- Tonifies the Spleen and Stomach
- Harmonizes the Middle Jiao
- Alleviates spasms and pain
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