Black Pepper
Dispels cold from center, directs qi downward, transforms phlegm.
Overview
Black pepper is acrid-hot—warms the center, disperses cold, directs qi downward—a familiar culinary aromatic with classical medicinal roles.
Nature & meridians
Acrid, hot; Stomach and Large Intestine.
Key ideas
- Middle burner cold: gentle dietary support.
- Aromatic appetite: small amounts; avoid burnt harsh spice.
Aromatherapy notes
Caution with stomach heat, bleeding hemorrhoids, or yin deficiency fire.
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Data Source: Tianfu Aromatherapy Institute
Disclaimer: For health literacy only—not a substitute for medical care.