Five Element Theory--Metal

The next element that we will discuss is the METAL element. This element is associated with the autumn season.

METAL

Autumn is the time of year when nature gets rid of the things that it doesn’t need anymore (think leaves falling from trees, hibernation, etc). This is partially why the Metal element is associated with loss and grief.

Direction: West

Season: Autumn

Climate: Dry

Color: White

Flavor: Pungent

Emotion: Grief; Sadness

Organs: Lung/Large Intestine

Sense: Smell

Tongue Location: Mid-tip

Metal constitutions are organizers and leaders in a group setting. They like rules and order. This element is the ‘Prime minister’ of the other elements.

Personal Characteristics:

-Aloof

-Independent

-Quiet

-Consistent

Characteristics/Diseases when Unbalanced:

-Excessive sadness/grief

-Nasal congestion/discharge

-Constipation

-Cough/asthma

Example diet recommendations for the Metal element: duck, barley, white mushrooms, apples