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Canis Caro

Dog’s flesh

狗肉 〔狗肉〕 gǒu ròu

Kingdom: Animal

Origin in unofficial sources: Canis familiaris L.

Use: Alimentary

Properties: Salty; warm; toxic.

Channel entry: Spleen, stomach, and kidney channels.

Actions and indications: Supplements the center and boosts qì; warms kidney and assists yáng. Treats spleen-kidney qì vacuity; distension and fullness in the chest and abdomen; drum distension; puffy swelling; limb lumbus and knees; cold malaria; persistent sores.

Dosage and method: Oral: Cook as food.

Warnings: Contraindicated after febrile disease.

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