Vegetables
Eggplant
茄子Nutritional Value
3 / 5
Organ Affinities
Therapeutic Properties
Quick Facts
AHM Properties
Eggplant clears heat, moves Blood, and reduces swelling and pain. In AHM it is applied to heat-type presentations including hemorrhoids, intestinal bleeding, and carbuncles. Its deep purple color reflects its Blood-moving nature. It should always be eaten cooked and is one of the key dietary foods for addressing heat combined with Blood stasis patterns.
Eggplant contains nasunin and chlorogenic acid, potent antioxidants with anti-inflammatory properties that support its AHM role in clearing Heat, moving Blood, and relieving local swelling.
Contraindications
Avoid in Cold patterns. Excess may be too draining for weak digestion. Cook thoroughly.
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.