Nowadays, most people advocate Western medicine, but traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is actually healthier. Regardless of your constitution, TCM can provide you with a healthy way to regulate your body. Do you know how to lose weight through TCM? Do you know the right methods for scientific weight loss? Today, I will summarize a few methods for you, so let's learn together.
Application of TCM Theory
In TCM, the concept of weight loss is about regulating and slimming down. It involves both internal and external approaches. From a TCM perspective, individuals can be categorized as having a "cold constitution" or a "hot constitution".
Many women are often unaware of whether they have a "cold constitution" or a "hot constitution". If they misunderstand their own constitution and lack knowledge about dietary preferences and restrictions, they may experience counterproductive effects.
Cold Constitution
1. Cold Constitution Characteristics:
- Lean body shape
- Cold hands and feet
- Pale complexion
- Prefers heat and dislikes cold
- Pale and tasteless mouth
Obesity Characteristics:
- Lower body edema, especially around the waist
- Easily gains weight even with minimal food intake
Causes of Obesity:
Individuals with a "cold constitution" have a slower metabolism, which, according to TCM, is due to spleen and kidney deficiencies.
Weight gain usually starts around the waist, and in severe cases, the lower body tends to become edematous, especially the feet.
The main cause of edema is lymphatic blockage, followed by dysfunction of the kidneys and spleen, combined with regular consumption of cold foods, resulting in difficult weight loss.
After the body absorbs water, it is filtered by the kidneys and excreted. However, if kidney function is poor, drinking more water can lead to weight gain.
The spleen tends to be dry and dislikes dampness. Regular consumption of cold drinks can also damage the spleen.
