field mint
薄荷bò hé · Mentha haplocalyx
Category
release exterior (Wind-Heat)
Nature
cool
Taste
acrid
Meridians
Lung, Liver
Dosage
3–6 g
at the end of cooking
Functions
releases heat from the surface, dissipates wind-induced heat clears the head and throat gently stimulates the liver meridian
Indications
a cold caused by wind and heat headache, red eyes, sore throat discomfort in the upper abdomen, irritability
Contraindications
sweating due to surface weakness heat caused by a deficiency of yin ⚠️ Add at the end of cooking — essential oils are volatile
Notes
A cool, fragrant herb: it dispels wind-heat and refreshes the head and throat; it should be boiled briefly to preserve its essential oils. Family: Lamiaceae Part used: above-ground portion Active constituents: menthol, essential oils
For education only — not medical advice. Consult a qualified practitioner.