Five Elements Herbs Blog
Herbalism for better health and for a better world
The 5 Elements in Chinese Medicine
Wood Element
Body: Liver, gallbladder, eyes & tendons
Color: Green
Season: Spring
Emotion: Anger
Taste: Sour
Climate: Wind
Fire Element
Body: Heart, tongue, small intestine & blood vessels
Color: Red
Season: Summer
Emotion: Joy
Taste: Bitter
Climate: Heat
Earth Element
Body: Spleen, stomach, muscles & mouth
Color: Yellow
Season: Late summer
Emotion: Worry, thoughtfulness
Taste: Sweet
Climate: Damp
Metal Element
Body: Lungs, nose, skin & large intestine
Color: White
Season: Autumn
Emotion: Sadness, grief
Taste: Pungent
Climate: Dry
Water Element
Body: Kidneys, bladder, ears & bones
Color: Black
Season: Winter
Emotion: Fear
Taste: Salty
Climate: Cold
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