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Grimoire Quick Facts
FlavorSweet
NatureNeutral
OrganSpleen, Lung, Kidney
SeasonLate Summer
Reviewed by Dr. M. Wu, L.Ac.
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Chinese Yam

Dioscorea opposita · shan yao (山药)

What It Is

Traditional Context

In traditional Chinese practice, this ingredient has been used to:

· Support the Spleen and digestion
· Nourish the Lung
· Ground energy and appetite
Cautions

Educational purposes only.

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