(Lotus Seed) Sweet in flavor, neutral in nature, non-toxic. It tonifies the middle jiao (middle burner), nourishes the spirit (Shen), benefits qi, eliminates various diseases, lightens the body, and delays aging.
(Sweet Onion/Scallion) Sweet in flavor, neutral in nature, non-toxic. It primarily treats damp-bi syndrome (painful obstruction due to dampness), pain in the lower back and knees, tonifies the middle jiao, eliminates pathogenic factors, and benefits essence and qi.
(Some Ingredient) Sweet in flavor, neutral in nature, non-toxic. It stabilizes the middle jiao, tonifies the five zang organs, lightens the body, and prevents hunger.
(Some Ingredient) Sweet in flavor, neutral in nature, non-toxic. It stops thirst, generates fluids, and benefits complexion.
(Some Ingredient) Sweet in flavor, neutral in nature, non-toxic. It treats evil qi in the five zang organs, stabilizes the mind, suppresses appetite, expels parasites, and removes toxicity.
(Some Ingredient) Bitter and sweet in flavor, non-toxic. Can be eaten stir-fried or boiled; raw consumption may induce disease.
(Some Ingredient) Sour and sweet in flavor, warm in nature, non-toxic. It primarily resolves alcohol intoxication, opens the stomach, directs qi downward, and stops thirst.
(Some Ingredient) Sour and sweet in flavor, warm in nature, non-toxic. It primarily resolves phlegm, stops vomiting, aids digestion, and resolves alcohol.
(Some Ingredient) Sweet in flavor, neutral in nature, non-toxic. It benefits strength, relaxes the stomach and intestines, promotes vigorous walking, and prevents hunger.
(Some Ingredient) Sweet in flavor, non-toxic. It primarily treats five types of hemorrhoids, removes three types of intestinal parasites, gu poison, and gui-zhu (a contagious malignant disease).
(Cane Sugar) Sweet in flavor, cold in nature, non-toxic. It treats heat and distension in the heart and abdomen, stops thirst, and brightens the eyes. (This refers to cane sugar boiled from sugarcane juice.)
(Some Ingredient) Sweet in flavor, cold in nature, toxic. It stops thirst and eliminates irritability and heat. Excessive consumption induces cold diseases and damages the abdomen.
(Some Ingredient) Sweet in flavor, neutral in nature, non-toxic. It treats xiao-ke (wasting-thirst syndrome), treats mental restlessness, and resolves alcohol toxicity.
(Some Ingredient) Sour and sweet in flavor, neutral in nature, non-toxic. It treats alternating cold and heat in the heart and abdomen, disperses stagnant qi accumulation, and eliminates irritability.
(Some Ingredient) Sour and sweet in flavor, neutral in nature, non-toxic. It treats diarrhea and dysentery.
(Some Ingredient) Sour and sweet in flavor, neutral in nature, non-toxic. It directs qi downward and opens the chest and diaphragm.
(Some Ingredient) Sour and sweet in flavor, neutral in nature, non-toxic, with a slightly cold nature; should not be consumed in excess.
(Some Ingredient) Sweet in flavor, non-toxic. It stops thirst and generates fluids. When placed in clothing chests or cabinets, it emits a pleasant fragrance.
(Some Ingredient) Sweet in flavor, non-toxic. It stops cough, directs qi downward, and eliminates rebellious stuffiness in the heart and abdomen. (Its fruit originates from Huikai lands.)
(Some Ingredient) Sweet in flavor, non-toxic. It harmonizes the middle jiao and smooths qi flow. (Its fruit originates from Huikai fields.)
(Turnip/Mustard Greens) Sweet in flavor, cold and neutral in nature, non-toxic. It serves as the chief among vegetables. It treats cold and heat disorders of the five zang and six fu organs, emaciation, five types of lin syndrome (dysuria), promotes urination, and treats breast milk obstruction in women.
(Turnip Seeds) Bitter in flavor, warm in nature, non-toxic. It primarily benefits the five zang organs, lightens the body, and tonifies qi. Turnip seeds brighten the eyes.