Digestion is crucial to overall health.
In TCM, other organs may be involved, and certainly other patterns can cause digestive issues as well.
But there are just a few herbs that might help people suffering from digestive issues.
These herbs are often used in combination with other Chinese herbs for best results.
Some of the herbs are easy to get, and others only your TCM practitioner can get for you.
yo consult your doctor and a TCM practitioner before taking any of the following herbs:
1.
Geng Mi
Simply put, this is rice.
In TCM, rice is very soothing to the digestive system.
It’s also sweet in flavor (not sugar-sweet but carrots- or broccoli-sweet), and sweet is strengthening.
They are used to promote digestion but are especially good for moving stagnant food.
It’s also considered helpful for nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, moving undigested foods, and severe indigestion.
Shan Zha
Shan Zha is ahawthorn berry, and it’s one of my favorite herbs.
you’re able to buy it and drink it as a tea after every meal.
It’s sweet and sour in taste and is considered one of the strongest food stagnation herbs around.
I find it particularly good if you are having problems digesting meats and fats.
Shan Zha is also thought to havecardiovascular benefits.
Mai Ya
This isbarley.
It’s good for food stagnation, but mostly it’s used to facilitate digestion of starches and carbohydrates.
A good idea might be to cook with barley, instead of rice or pasta.
Chen Pi
This is actually the peel of an orange or a tangerine.
It’s also bitter, which means it can help drain dampness.
