Nuts & Seeds
Almond
甜杏仁Nutritional Value
5 / 5
Organ Affinities
Tonifies
Therapeutic Properties
Quick Facts
AHM Properties
Sweet almonds hydrate the Lungs, ease coughing, and soften the Large Intestine to support comfortable elimination. They are a standout Autumn food, well suited to the Metal element organ systems this season governs. Their natural fat content feeds Yin and makes them a particularly good fit for dry or deficient constitutions.
Almonds are a concentrated source of vitamin E and monounsaturated fats, both of which support a healthy inflammatory response and protect tissues from oxidative stress.
Contraindications
Bitter almonds (apricot seeds, Xing Ren) are medicinal — sweet almonds are the food. Avoid excess in diarrhoea.
Clinically authored and reviewed by Dr. Katrina Chojnicki-Hill, DAOM, AP, Dipl. OM. Cross-referenced against American Dragon Herbs and classical AHM sources. For educational purposes only — consult a qualified AHM practitioner for personalised advice.