Shen Qu (Chao Jiao)

Shen Qu (Chao Jiao)


  • Chineese Name: 炒焦神曲
  • Pin Yin Name: Shen Qu (Chao Jiao)
  • Latin Name: Massa Medicata Fermentata (ad intimum tost.)
  • Natures: Warm, slightly Astringent
  • Taste: slightly Acrid/Pungent, Sweet
  • Chanels Entered: Spleen, Stomach
Digestion-Promoting Medicinals (Xiao Dao Yao)
from 10 to 15
Shen Qu (Chao Jiao): this preparation reduces the dispersing action at the Exterior Level (Biao) and increases its digestive capability
Favors digestion
Strengthens the Spleen
Harmonizes the Stomach and the Centre
Stops diarrhea
Opens the Stomach (stimulates appetite)
Disperses Food Accumulations