Herbs that Drain the Heat 

Channels:GB, LIV

Properties: Bitter, Spicy, Cold

Common: Prunella or Selfheal Spike

Latin: Spica Prunellae Vulgaris

Actions:

• Clears heat from the liver and brightens the eyes: for liver fire ascending, high blood pressure, red, painful, and swollen eyes. Also for headache, dizziness, and eye pain due to liver deficiency (eyes sensitive to light and tender).
• Eliminates nodules: treats swollen thyroid, swollen glands, or any neck swelling due to phlegm fire. Also used to treat nodules in the inguinal area and other parts of the body(mastitis, etc.).

Contraindications:

• Caution in cases of weak spleen and stomach.

Dosage:

• 9-15g, up to 30g if used alone. Toasting with honey can treat long term high blood pressure. Part used = spike.