Spices & Condiments
Honey
蜂蜜Nutritional Value
4 / 5
Organ Affinities
Tonifies
Therapeutic Properties
Quick Facts
AHM Properties
Honey builds Spleen Qi, moistens the Lungs and large intestine, eases pain, and helps neutralize toxins. In both cooking and herbal formulas, it plays a harmonizing role — softening strong flavors and protecting the Stomach. In AHM, classical texts point to honey for dry cough from Lung dryness, constipation from a dried-out bowel, and as a topical aid for wound healing.
Honey contains flavonoids, phenolic acids, and hydrogen peroxide that collectively provide anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial activity, supporting its AHM role in nourishing Lung Yin, clearing Heat, and promoting tissue healing.
Contraindications
Avoid in damp-phlegm conditions, dampness, or in children under 1 year. Avoid in heat patterns — slightly warming raw.
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.