TCM Basics 101: Supermarket Herbs - Pumpkin

TCM Nature: Cooling

TCM Taste: Sweet

TCM Meridian Affinity: Spleen, Stomach, Large Intestine

Benefits:

• Replenishes Qi and improves circulation

• Resolves toxins and expels worms

• Disperses Cold

• Clears dampness and phlegm

• Treats eczema

• Promotes lactation

• Relieves pain

• Regulate blood sugar

Read about What is Dampness here.

Spirituality:

In China, the pumpkin is a symbol of harvest, prosperity and fruitfulness. Enjoyed during the Chinese New Year celebrations it is a symbol of health, happiness, and prosperity.

Pumpkins are carved to celebrate All Souls Day or Halloween by the Irish. It is said that scary faces are carved into pumpkins to ward off evil spirits. Because of this, carved pumpkins are often associated with protection and dispelling negative energy.

In Biblical times, pumpkins were used to symbolize the bounty of God’s gifts.

Read more about TCM Herbal Medicine Prescription on my TCM Wellness page.

Further reading:

• Everything you need to know about Acupuncture

• Bird’s Nest - Skincare vs Edible

• Supermarket Herbs - Ashwagandha

• Supermarket Herbs - Orange

• Supermarket Herbs - Congee

• Supermarket Herbs - Rice

• TCM Wellness Women’s Health

• TCM Wellness Nervous System Disorders Management

• TCM Wellness Digestive Health

• Acupuncture Slimming

• TCM Pain Management

• Adrenal Fatigue

• Women’s Health: Menstrual Cycle and Intuitive Wisdom

• Supermarket Herbs - Black Fungus