Asparagus

Asparagus tuber - Tian men dong

Asparagus tuber

 

This herb is called “tian men dong” in Chinese.  It is a yin tonic.  Yin tonics are often used in older people to help remedy the side effects of aging.

Chinese Medicine Diagnosis:

Nourishes kidney yin, clears lung heat.

Moistens the lungs, nourishes the kidneys and generates fluids.  Also for constipation due to dry intestines.