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Dioscorea

(Organ Associations: Kidneys & Spleen)

  • Literal name in Chinese is “Mountain Medicine”
  • Aids in strong digestion & metabolism
  • Builds Qi in the lungs
  • Improves lung functioning, which strengthens the whole body
  • Helps rebuild and maintain healthy Kidney function
  • Prevents “leaking” of fluids
  • Helps strengthen the back & needs
  • Highly recommended in Asia for diabetes