Many female friends want to have a slim and graceful figure. Not only can they wear more beautiful clothes, but they can also show an elegant temperament. However, due to the various methods of losing weight, some methods with significant side effects are also used by some ignorant friends. So, let me introduce you to some traditional Chinese medicine weight loss methods!
Traditional Chinese medicine weight loss methods include:
1. Dampness-expelling method: This method is mainly used for obesity caused by dampness accumulation. The main symptoms include greasy tongue coating and thin pulse. Representative formulas include Ze Xie Tang, Er Shu Fu Ling Tang, and Fang Yi Huang Qi Tang.
2. Phlegm-expelling method: Used for obesity caused by phlegm turbidity. Symptoms include chest stuffiness, excessive sleepiness, white and greasy tongue coating, swollen tongue, and slippery pulse. For mild cases, formulas like Er Chen Tang, Ping Chen Tang, and San Zi Yang Qin Tang can be used. For severe cases, formulas like Kong Xian Dan and Dao Tan Tang can be used.
3. Water-draining method: There are two subcategories: mild draining and strong draining. Symptoms include swollen and edematous obesity, frequent urination, abdominal distension, and thin and deep pulse. For mild draining, remedies like Wu Pi Yin and Xiao Fen Qing Yin can be used. For strong draining, remedies like Zhou Che Wan and Shi Zao Tang can be used.
4. Intestinal cleansing method: This method is used for obesity caused by overeating and indulging in rich and greasy food. Symptoms include a distended abdomen, shortness of breath upon exertion, thick and yellow tongue coating, and strong pulse. Formulas like Da Cheng Qi Tang, Xiao Cheng Qi Tang, Tiao Wei Cheng Qi Tang, or single herb Da Huang Pian can be selected.
5. Digestive improvement method: Used for obesity with poor appetite. Symptoms include obesity, laziness, abdominal fullness, and white tongue coating. Hawthorn can be used for meat digestion, shen qu for flour digestion, and malt for food digestion.
6. Liver and gallbladder regulation method: This method is mainly used for obesity caused by liver stagnation or blood stasis. Symptoms include obesity, rib pain, irritability, dizziness, fatigue, abdominal distension, yellow tongue coating, and wiry pulse. Formulas like Wen Dan Tang, Shu Gan Yin, Xiao Zhang San, and Xiao Yao San are commonly selected.
7. Spleen strengthening method: This method focuses on strengthening the spleen and stomach. Symptoms include spleen deficiency, reduced appetite, fatigue, pale tongue coating, and weak and thin pulse. Formulas like Shen Shu Bai Shu San, Yi Gong San, Zhi Mu Wan, and Wu Ling San are commonly used.
In addition to traditional Chinese medicine methods, there are also certain herbal teas that can help with weight loss. For example:
1. Cassia seed tea: It has a slightly cold nature and can lower blood pressure, lower blood lipids, and promote bowel movements. It is suitable for people with high blood pressure and constipation. However, it is not suitable for people with a cold constitution who are prone to diarrhea and stomachaches.
2. Green tea: It has a cooling nature and can help with fat digestion and metabolism. It also has anti-cancer effects. However, green tea is an unfermented tea, which can be harsh on the stomach. People with poor gastrointestinal function should be cautious.
3. Coix seed tea: It has a neutral nature and can remove dampness. It is often used in combination with other herbs or ingredients because its effects are mild and slow.
4. Astragalus tea: It has a sweet taste and a slightly warm nature. It can tonify the middle burner, promote diuresis, and reduce swelling. Although it doesn't have a direct lipid-lowering effect, in traditional Chinese medicine theory, tonifying the Qi is necessary for people with Qi deficiency to enhance the efficiency of metabolism. Astragalus can also enhance immune function.
Remember, weight loss is a gradual process that requires a combination of healthy eating, regular exercise, and patience. Traditional Chinese medicine and herbal teas can be used as complementary methods to support weight loss efforts.
