Bai He, also known as lily bulb, is a valuable ingredient in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Appreciated for its soothing properties and health benefits, Bai He is often used in traditional remedies and recipes for its calming and nourishing effects. It acts on the Lung and Heart meridians by moistening the Lung and calming the Heart to promote restful sleep.

- Benefits and Uses:
- Lung Support: Bai He is especially effective in nourishing and hydrating the Lungs, thereby relieving dry cough and symptoms linked to lung dryness.
- Calming the Heart and Mind: In TCM, Bai He is known for its calming effects, helping to soothe the mind, reduce anxiety and promote better sleep.
- Nourishes Yin: Bai He is often used to nourish Yin, particularly in cases of dryness symptoms such as dry skin or irritated throat.
- Digestive Support: By helping to regulate and soothe the digestive system, it contributes to relieving mild gastrointestinal discomfort.

Recommendations for Use
Bai He can be used in different ways to benefit from its multiple properties:
- Soups and Stews: Bai He can be added to soups or stews. Its soft and slightly sweet texture makes it a pleasant addition to warm dishes, while offering support to the Lungs and the mind.
- Infusions: You can prepare a Bai He infusion to soothe the respiratory system and hydrate the body. This drink is especially recommended in cases of lung dryness or insomnia.
- Desserts: Bai He is sometimes used in sweet desserts, often combined with fruits such as red dates (jujubes) or goji berries, creating a nourishing sweetness that calms and supports the body.

Bai He is a precious bulb in Traditional Chinese Medicine, recognised for its calming effects on the Heart and Lungs, as well as for its nourishing benefits on Yin. Whether in soup, infusion or even dessert form, Bai He brings calm and support to your body and mind.

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Category: Tonics
Subcategory: Yin Tonics

Name:
Pinyin: Bai He
Pharmaceutical: Bulbus Lilii
Other names: Sheng Bai He, Bai He (Chuan)
Description: Lily bulb.

Properties:
- Nature: Slightly cold.
- Taste: Sweet.
- Tropism: Lung, Heart.
- Toxicity: Non-toxic.

Actions and Indications:
- Moistens the Lung.
- Calms cough.
- Clears the Heart.
- Calms the Spirit.

Warning:
Contraindications: Cold in the Middle Burner with pasty stools. Wind-Cold with cough.
Recommended dosage:
3 to 9 g in decoction per day.

Use:
Boil for 10 minutes.

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Family: Herbs that nourish Yin.

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Precautions for use:
Does not replace a varied and balanced diet or a healthy lifestyle. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Keep out of reach of children, away from heat and humidity.

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