Yu Jin

Latin name: Curcumae, Tuber

Yu Jin Also Known As: Tumeric, Curcuma, Curcumae longae rhizoma, Curcumin, Indian Saffron, Tumeric, Turmeric Root.

Properties: PUNGENT, BITTER - COOL

Dosage: 4.5-9g.

Meridians/Channels: HEART, LUNG, LIVER

• invigorate blood, promote movement of Qi
• alleviate pain (liver Qi with Heat)
• clears heart , cools blood -benefits gallbladder - jaundice
• stone lin syndrome

Also used For: Dyspepsia, hemorrhage, jaundice, hepatitis, flatulence, abdominal bloating, feelings of fullness after meals, loss of appetite, liver and gallbladder complaints, headaches, abdominal pains, chest infections, fever, diarrhea, amenorrhea, "blood rushes", and colorectal cancer. Topically, turmeric is used for analgesia, ringworm, bruising, leech bites, festering eye infections, inflammatory skin conditions, inflammation of the oral mucosa, and infected wounds. In folk medicine, turmeric is used for diarrhea, intermittent fever, edema, bronchitis, colds, worms, leprosy, kidney inflammation, cystitis, and as an anticancer treatment. In food and manufacturing, the essential oil is used in perfumes, and turmeric and its resin are used as a flavor and color component in foods. Turmeric is also a culinary spice and a major ingredient in curry powder.