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Shen Qu (泽泻), also known as Medicated Leaven, is fermented flour combined with several herbs and is widely used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).


What It Is

  • Botanical source: Massa fermentata

  • Chinese name: 泽泻 (Shen Qu)

  • English name: Medicated Leaven

It is typically prepared by fermenting flour and herbs.


Traditional Functions (TCM Perspective)

In TCM, Shen Qu is is known to:

  • Promote Digestion and Resolve Food Stagnation

  • Strengthen the Spleen

  • Release the exterior

  • Harmonize the stomach

  • Regulate Qi and Harmonize the Middle Burner


Modern Research Highlights

Studies suggest it may:

  • Promote digestion

  • Have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antibacterial and antiviral properties

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