In the scorching summer, people lose their appetite and struggle to find ways to improve their digestion. Taking various digestive medications not only proves to be ineffective but also harmful to the body, as we all know that all medicine has side effects. Traditional Chinese medicine teaches us to massage the "Ran Gu" acupoint to solve the problem of poor appetite. But do you know the specific location of the "Ran Gu" acupoint?
Meaning of the "Ran Gu" Acupoint Name:
"Ran" means the thick and prominent part of the scaphoid bone, and "Gu" means a depression. The acupoint is located in the depression in front of the thick and prominent part of the scaphoid bone.
Benefits and Effects of Massaging the "Ran Gu" Acupoint:
Nourishing Yin, tonifying the kidneys
Health Benefits of the "Ran Gu" Acupoint:
Nourishing Yin, tonifying the kidneys, clearing heat and dampness. It is used to treat Yin deficiency, itching, irregular menstruation, leukorrhea, cystitis, urethritis, infantile navel wind, trismus, nocturnal emissions, impotence, polydipsia, and swollen and painful feet.
Location of the "Ran Gu" Acupoint:
Location of the "Ran Gu" Acupoint
It is located on the inner edge of the foot, below the thick and prominent part of the scaphoid bone, at the junction of red and white flesh.
1. Sit or lie down and find the prominent bone mark (scaphoid bone) in the front and lower part of the inner ankle. Press the depression in front and below the thick and prominent part of the scaphoid bone, and you will feel a sore and swollen sensation.
2. Sit down and press the depression below the lower edge of the thick and prominent part of the scaphoid bone in front of the inner ankle, and you will feel a sore and swollen sensation.
Causes of Poor Appetite:
There are many factors that lead to poor appetite. People tend to lose their appetite when they are sad, angry, stressed, or sick. Some office workers do not feel hungry and usually skip breakfast, only eating at around 12 noon. They either have a big meal at home or in a restaurant with friends or colleagues at night. Such irregular eating habits can cause problems with the spleen and stomach, which is one of the reasons for poor appetite. Overeating, changes in weather, and other factors can also lead to poor appetite.
"Ran Gu" Acupoint
Traditional Chinese Medicine Teaches You to Massage the "Ran Gu" Acupoint to Treat Poor Appetite:
"Ran Gu" means "burning grains." Grains are the food we eat, and burning refers to digestion. The "Ran Gu" acupoint enhances the function of the spleen and stomach and promotes better digestion of food in the stomach. Massaging the "Ran Gu" acupoint can quickly stimulate hunger and treat discomfort after excessive eating. It has a dual regulatory function. In short, massaging the "Ran Gu" acupoint every day can improve appetite and keep the intestines and stomach healthy.
There is a technique to massage the "Ran Gu" acupoint. First, you need to accurately locate the acupoint and press it with your thumb, then release the pressure immediately. When you press down with your thumb, you will feel a strong sore and swollen sensation not only around the acupoint but also along the kidney meridian in the entire leg. However, as you release the pressure, the sore and swollen sensation will immediately fade away. After the sensation fades, repeat the pressing method 10-20 times. Both feet should be massaged at the "Ran Gu" acupoint. If you are massaging yourself, you can do both acupoints simultaneously.
