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| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| acrid/pungent herb | disperse exterior pathogens, move blood and qi. can be drying |
| sweet | regulate spleen, stomach, moisten, decrease muscle spasm, and pain and harmonize and tonify |
| sour/astringent | correct abnormal leakage |
| bitter | clear heat,drain/ purge fire, stop coughing, vomiting, promote bowel movement and dry dampness |
| salty | soften hardness,purge, relieve constipation, resolve masses |
| bland | promotes urination, eliminates dampness |