Bo He - Field Mint, Mentha

Clinical Applications

Expels wind heat particularly from the head region - fever, headaches, red eyes, cough, sore throat.
Vents rashes - accelerates the activity of rashes towards the surface to quicken healing.
Resolves LV Qi Stagnation - emotional issues, PMS, menstrual issues, pressure in chest or sides of body.

Functional Category

Herbs That Release The Exterior Wind Heat

Temperature & Taste

Acrid Aromatic Cool

Channels Influenced

Dosage & Preparation

Dosage: 1.5-6g (added near the last 5 minutes of the preparation)

Clinician Notes

Ju Hua, Sang Ye, Chai Hu - Bo He is the coldest.
Quick remedy for liver qi stagnation with wind-heat signs:

3g Bo He, 6g green tea, 3g Chen Pi, boil for 1-2 minutes.

Classically also used for aching bones from febrile disease.

Cautions & Precautions

May contribute to insufficient lactation in nursing mothers
Avoid excessive sweating/use in weak patients or those who sweat easily
May injure yin, use caution in yin deficiency patients

Relationships

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