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7. 6 Most Beneficial Herbs from TCM

Therapy in the form of food!

Traditional Chinese medicine, or TCM, is a profound basis for medicinal healing and living that’s been revolving for centuries now. Effective and efficient, Chinese medicine is mostly a plethora of herbs that are still in use all around the world.

From over 200 of those herbs, GlobalSpa brings to you six of the most commonly consumed, used, and beneficial herbal medicines in the TCM system. Take a look:

GINSENG

One of the most popular roots in the world, ginseng is a rhizome consumed for increasing strength, blood volume, and brain function. Available in fresh, white or red, the root has also been proven to reduce inflammation and provide antioxidant benefits. Ginseng is also heavily found in Korean food and beauty products.

GINGER

An ingredient used so commonly all around the world, ginger is certainly one of the most important ingredients in traditional Chinese medicine. Loaded with bioactive compounds and nutrients, the root also contains a substance called gingerol which provides it with its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant richness. Whether an oil, fresh, or powdered – all forms of ginger can be put to use in their max.

LICORICE

Known as Gan Cao in traditional Chinese, licorice root has been referred to as the balancer of other medicine mixtures due to its sweetness. Not just an indispensable ingredient in TCM, but for the modern too licorice root has many benefits. It helps detoxify the body, as antibacterial, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antiviral properties thus, relieves cough and cold and heartburn, and boosts the gut health.

CINNAMON

Another common ingredient found in the kitchen, cinnamon is popular in TCM for treating kidney functions. Powdered into food, especially warm ones, cinnamon invigorates the immune system, relieved abdominal pain as well as reduces bloating. Cinnamon is also a good antioxidant which helps control cholesterol.

GOJI BERRIES

Nicknamed as wolfberry, Goji berries are quite famous in TCM for their anti-ageing effects on the body. They strengthen the kidneys, balance the body, reduce the risk of dementia and eye issues, smoothens joints and bones as well as reduce blood sugar and cholesterol in the body.

GOTU KOLA

Gotu Kola is a cooling herb in TCM, consumed to remove toxins and heat from the body, romote diuresis, and reduce swelling. It also helps lower high fever and blood pressure as well as other ailments such as rheumatoid and healing wounds. You could combine gotu kola with licorice root for added health benefits.