Functions
The Large Intestine Meridian communicates with the Lung (肺), with which it is externally-internally related. The two paired organs are associated with the Metal element (金) and the emotion of grief. The main function of the large intestine is to receive the waste material sent down from the small intestine, absorb its fluid content, and form the remainder into faeces to be excreted. Pathological changes of the large intestine will lead to dysfunction in this transportation function, resulting in loose stools and constipation. The Large Intestine's function is said to be the strongest between 5am-7am.
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