Jue+Ming+Zi+(Cassia+Seed)

[[image:http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_pnWNHWmLR6k/Sub-xlkCyPI/AAAAAAAAAmw/c_4YloDldfo/s320/cassia_seed_Ju_Ming_Zi.gif width="235" height="192" align="right"]]Jue Ming Zi (Cassia Seed)
Category: Herbs that Subdue Liver Yang & Extinguish Wind Nature : Slightly Cold Flavors: Sweet, Bitter Channels: LR, **LI**

Functions: Clear Liver heat & promote vision; **moisten the Large intestine** & promote bowel movement Indications: 1. **Red & swollen eyes** w/ lots of tearing due to either heat in the Liver or attack of Liver channel by wind-heat 2. Constipation due to heat or dryness in the Large Intestine **[Ascending & Descending action]** 3. **Hypertension, atherosclerosis [calms Liver Yang]**

Dosage: 10-15g. Contra: N/A