2Fu Ling-Poria cocos-Poria sclerotium

Fu Ling, a type of medicinal fungus that grows on pine roots, is one of the most commonly used herbs in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). It is valued for its ability to drain dampness, strengthen the Spleen, promote urination, and calm the Shen (spirit). Mild in nature and wide in application, Fu Ling is suitable for treating digestive issues, water retention, edema, palpitations, and restlessness, especially in patterns involving Spleen deficiency and damp accumulation.

Fonctions et avantages

Favorise la miction et évacue l'humidité
Utilisé pour edema, urinary difficulty, and fluid retention, particularly when caused by Spleen Qi deficiency or obstruction of water pathways.

Strengthens the Spleen and Supports Digestion
Aide à poor appetite, diarrhea, bloating, and fatigue associated with weak digestive function.

Calms the Shen and Soothes the Mind
Friandises palpitations, anxiety, and insomnia, particularly when due to Spleen and Heart disharmony or accumulation of dampness affecting the Heart.

Harmonizes the Middle Jiao
Used to support the action of other herbs and regulate the digestive system in complex formulas.

Indications
People experiencing bloating, fatigue, diarrhea, or water retention
Individuals suffering from palpitations, restlessness, or insomnia due to dampness or emotional strain
Les patients atteints de urinary difficulty, puffiness, or damp accumulation
Ceux qui ont Spleen Qi deficiency or chronic digestive issues

Diagnostic de la langue et du pouls en MTC
Langue : Pale with a white, greasy coating (indicating dampness and deficiency)
Pouls : Slippery or soft (suggesting damp retention or weak Spleen function)

Common TCM Patterns Treated by Fu Ling
Insuffisance du Qi de la rate avec humidité – Fatigue, poor appetite, loose stools, bloating
Dampness Obstructing the Lower Jiao – Edema, urinary retention, heaviness
Heart and Spleen Disharmony – Palpitations, anxiety, insomnia
Middle Jiao Disharmony – Nausea, digestive irregularity

Précautions et contre-indications
Avoid in individuals with excessive thirst from Yin deficiency without damp signs.
A utiliser avec précaution dans dry constitutions or depleted fluids, as Fu Ling has a mildly draining effect.
Not recommended for frequent, excessive urination or extremely cold patterns.

Conclusion
Fu Ling is a gentle, effective herb for resolving dampness, improving digestion, and calming the spirit. Its versatility and safety make it a staple in TCM formulas for fluid regulation, digestive support, and emotional well-being, especially where Spleen deficiency and damp accumulation are involved.