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Zhi Ke / Orange (Bitter), ripened fruit
Zhi Ke
Taste: Bitter • Temperature: Cool • Category: Regulate Qi • Sub Category:

Dosage

3-9g

Actions

See zhi shi. Milder in action than zhi shi, zhi ki is used to move the qi & reduce distention & pressure. It is especially appropriate when the patient is deficient or weak. If there is constipation, zhi shi is a more approoppriate choice.

Meridians

Spleen, Stomach

Cautions

Use with caution during pregnancy, or in cases where the normal qi is weak or there is Stomach cold from deficiency.