Food Properties Guide
Discover the thermal nature of foods according to TCM. Choose foods that balance your body constitution.
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梨
Pear
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💡 Best consumed in autumn for lung health. Avoid with cold constitution.
绿豆
Mung Bean
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💡 Excellent summer food. Soak before cooking for better digestion.
苦瓜
Bitter Melon
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💡 Good for heat constitution. Pregnant women should limit consumption.
香蕉
Banana
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💡 Good for constipation. Not suitable for those with cold stomach.
西瓜
Watermelon
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💡 Summer essential but eat in moderation. Avoid with weak digestion.
冬瓜
Winter Melon
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💡 Great for summer. Supports weight management.
芹菜
Celery
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💡 Good for high blood pressure. Best cooked briefly.
白菜
Cabbage
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💡 Versatile vegetable. Light cooking preserves nutrients.
草莓
Strawberry
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💡 Best in spring. Wash thoroughly before eating.
苹果
Apple
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💡 Universal food suitable for most constitutions.
大米
Rice
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💡 Staple food. Best consumed regularly for energy.
山药
Chinese Yam
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💡 Excellent for digestive health. Can be eaten raw or cooked.
黑豆
Black Bean
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💡 Great for hair and kidney health. Soak before cooking.
红枣
Jujube
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💡 Daily health food. Good for blood deficiency.
枸杞
Goji Berry
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💡 Great for eyes and aging. Steep in hot water or cook.
核桃
Walnut
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💡 Good for brain health and kidney yang deficiency.
桂圆
Longan
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💡 Excellent for insomnia and blood deficiency.
鸡肉
Chicken
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💡 Common tonic food. Best for recovery and weakness.
生姜
Ginger
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💡 Essential warming spice. Use sparingly for daily health.
羊肉
Lamb
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💡 Winter warming food. Good for cold constitution.
辣椒
Chili
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💡 Use in moderation. Not suitable for heat constitution.
大蒜
Garlic
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💡 Natural antibiotic. Best consumed cooked.
韭菜
Leek
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💡 Spring vegetable. Good for yang deficiency.
莲子
Lotus Seed
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💡 Excellent for sleep and digestion. Remove bitter core.
薏米
Coix Seed
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💡 Great for dampness. Can be made into tea.
百合
Lily Bulb
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💡 Good for dry cough and insomnia.
莲藕
Lotus Root
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💡 Versatile vegetable. Good for nosebleeds.
菊花
Chrysanthemum
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💡 Best as tea for eye health and liver fire.
薄荷
Mint
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💡 Refreshing herb. Good for summer heat and headaches.
阿胶
Ejiao
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💡 Premium blood tonic. Best with warm wine.
黄芪
Astragalus
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💡 Excellent immune booster. Good for fatigue.
当归
Angelica
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💡 Women's health herb. Often used with other herbs.
黄精
Polygonatum
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💡 Gentle tonic. Good for long-term use.
茯苓
Poria
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💡 Common herb in soup. Good for water retention.
陈皮
Dried Tangerine Peel
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💡 Digestive aid. Great in tea or cooking.
蜂蜜
Honey
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💡 Daily health food. Not for infants under 1 year.
豆浆
Soy Milk
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💡 Healthy breakfast option. Best freshly made.
燕窝
Bird's Nest
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💡 Premium beauty food. Best steamed.
海参
Sea Cucumber
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💡 Luxury tonic. Good for recovery.
甲鱼
Turtle
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💡 Strong tonic. Best for severe deficiency.
泥鳅
Loach
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💡 Nutritious fish. Good for edema.
豆腐
Tofu
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💡 Versatile protein. Good for most constitutions.
葡萄
Grape
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Benefits:
💡 Great for blood deficiency. Best eaten fresh.
橙子
Orange
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💡 Refreshing fruit. Good for cough.
柚子
Grapefruit
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💡 Good for phlegm conditions. May interact with meds.
芒果
Mango
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💡 Sweet fruit. Some people may be allergic.
樱桃
Cherry
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💡 Spring fruit. Good for blood and kidney yang.
菠萝
Pineapple
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💡 Good digestive aid. Eat in moderation.
桑葚
Mulberry
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💡 Great for hair and blood. Best as dried fruit.
山楂
Hawthorn
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Benefits:
💡 Excellent for meat digestion. Good for cholesterol.
⚠️ Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Individual responses to foods may vary. Please consult a qualified TCM practitioner or healthcare provider for personalized recommendations.