TCM Basics 101: Supermarket Herbs - Tang Oh
TCM Nature: Cooling
TCM Meridian Affinity: Liver, Lung, Spleen, Kidney
Benefits:
· Clears internal heat
· Promotes Qi
· Eases stress
· Strengthens Liver
· Moisten Lungs, relieves cough, reduces phlegm
· Improves digestion
Spirituality:
During the Lunar New Year, Tang Oh is a staple in steamboat (hot pot) dishes because it symbolizes prosperity and longevity.
The vegetable is symbolically linked to longevity, making it a desired dish for ensuring a long and healthy life.
Its vibrant green color represents vitality, rejuvenation, and the promise of new beginnings, aligning with the spirit of the Spring Festival.
In certain cultural traditions, the leaves of the Tang Oh are believed to possess the power to ward off evil spirits and negative energy.
