10/23/2025
I know Peppers are more late summer but these were still beautiful at my farmers market .
1. Warms the Yang and Dispels Cold
• Red peppers invigorate Yang Qi and warm the interior, especially in cold climates or during winter.
• Beneficial for people who easily feel cold, have poor circulation, cold hands and feet, or cold-type digestive pain.
• Used for cold-damp arthritic pain and stagnation from cold.
2. Invigorates Blood and Moves Qi
• The red color and spicy nature promote movement of Qi and Blood, preventing stagnation.
• Helps relieve pain, menstrual cramps, and muscle tension due to Cold Stagnation.
• In small amounts, it supports circulation and can bring a healthy glow to the complexion.
3. Stimulates Digestion and Appetite
• Red pepper activates the Stomach Yang and digestive Fire, improving appetite and metabolism.
• Supports the Spleen and Stomach in transforming food and fluids.
4. Brightens the Shen (Spirit)
• The red color resonates with the Heart and Shen (spirit).
• In moderate use, red pepper can uplift mood, dispel emotional Cold (apathy, sluggishness, low motivation), and enhance vitality.
• Symbolically and energetically, it “brings warmth to the Heart.”
5. Resolves Dampness
• Its heat helps dry Dampness and stimulate circulation in those with heaviness, bloating, or sluggish digestion.
