Turtle Shell

Functions

• Tonify Yin
• Subdue Yang
• Clear Deficiency Heat
• Soften Hardness
• Nourish Yin
• Anchor the Yang
• Invigorate Blood
• Dissipate Nodules
• Unblock the Blood Vessels

Contraindications

• Pregnancy
• Cold From Deficiency
• Spleen Deficiency
• Stomach Deficiency

Summary

The fresh water turtle shell is a medicinal substance used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). It is believed to have various functions, including tonifying yin, subduing yang, clearing deficiency heat, softening hardness, nourishing yin, anchoring the yang, invigorating blood, dissipating nodules, and unblocking the blood vessels. It is generally contraindicated for use during pregnancy, as well as in cases of cold from deficiency, spleen deficiency, and stomach deficiency.