The TCM herb "zao jiao" which in english is "chinese honeylocust fruit, gleditsia", is categorized within the "herbs that transform phlegm cold" functional grouping. It is thought to enter the large intestine and lung channels and exhibits acrid and warm (wen) taste/temperature properties.
Dosages and preparations will vary according to each individual and the overall approach of a formula, but generally this herb has the following dosage and/or preparation guidelines:
Of many possible clinical applications, it may be considered to influence the following issues/symptoms:
Zao Jiao has some precautions to be considered (see our precautions list).
As noted above, zao jiao is within the herbs that transform phlegm cold functional group. All the herbs in this category are listed below.
(truncated intro "... for phlegm-cold or phlegm-dampness patterns. most of these herbs are quite strong and many are toxic. )".
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