Shen Qu (Chao Jiao)
Massa Medicata Fermentata (ad intimum tost.)炒焦神曲
- Nature
- slightly Astringent, Warm
- Flavours
- slightly Acrid/Pungent, Sweet
- Meridians
- Spleen, Stomach
- Class
- Digestion-Promoting Medicinals (Xiao Dao Yao)
- Dosage
- 10–15 g
Actions / Functions
- Shen Qu (Chao Jiao): this preparation reduces the dispersing action at the Exterior Level (Biao) and increases its digestive capability
- Favors digestion
- Strengthens the Spleen
- Harmonizes the Stomach and the Centre
- Stops diarrhea
- Opens the Stomach (stimulates appetite)
- Disperses Food Accumulations