Ren Shen

Ginseng, Radix

Properties: SWEET, BITTER - WARM
Dosage: 1-9g.
Meridian: LUNG, SPLEEN

-strongly tonify yuan/original Qi – extreme Qi deficiency
-tonify lung Qi – respiratory disorders – asthma/dyspnea
-strengthen spleen Qi – lethargy – no appetite, chronic diarrhea, prolapsed organs, distended chest/abdomen
-generates fluids – stops thirst
-benefits heart Qi – calms spirit

-Do Not Take tea, turnips, LiLu, Wu Ling Zhi, Zao Jia

Reference
Benskey & Gamble 1986, Chinese Herbal Medicine Materia Medica, Seattle Washington, Eastland Press