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Steaming
蒸 〔蒸〕 zhēng
A method of processing medicinals whereby medicinal materials are placed in pots or baskets, with or without adjuvants, over boiling water. The aim is to change the nature of the medicinal, improve its effectiveness, and facilitate slicing and storage. See processing of medicinals.
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