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Moistens the Intestines

Dry stools and constipation from insufficient Fluids; it lubricates rather than purges

Moistens the Lungs and stops cough

Dry, unproductive cough, including long-standing cough from Lung deficiency

Tonifies the Spleen and Stomach and relieves pain

Spleen and Stomach deficiency, to lift the appetite, ease pain and restore energy Added to herbal formulas to protect the Spleen and Stomach

Resolves toxicity

Heat toxin in the skin and surface layers, including applied topically Swallowed poisons

Binds and prepares medicines

Binds powdered herbs together and is said to slow their release once taken, so doses need repeating less often