Due to the high stress levels and irregular eating habits in our modern lives, it is easy to experience digestive problems. What can we do about digestive problems? What solutions does traditional Chinese medicine offer? Today, I will introduce some massage techniques for digestive problems, hoping to be helpful to everyone!
Massage Techniques for Digestive Problems
1. Massage the Zusanli Acupoint for Digestive Problems
The spleen and stomach are the foundation of our postnatal health. Zusanli is like a magical herb in the human body. When used properly, it can cure almost all diseases. Zusanli is the meeting point of the Stomach Meridian of Foot Yangming, and it has a dual regulatory effect on the digestive system. For example, if you have diarrhea, massaging Zusanli can stop it; if you have constipation, massaging Zusanli can promote bowel movements. There is a saying in traditional Chinese medicine that goes "keep the stomach and abdomen at Zusanli," which means that problems related to the stomach and intestines can be cured by stimulating Zusanli. Acupuncture is an effective method, and massage or scraping techniques can achieve the same effect.
2. Massage the Sifeng Acupoint for Digestive Problems
Sifeng is an extraordinary acupoint located outside the meridians. It is a dedicated acupoint for resolving food stagnation and promoting digestion. Originally used to treat digestive problems in children, it has been proven to be very effective for adults as well. Therefore, whenever you encounter digestive problems in the future, you can use Sifeng for relief. Just massage the acupoint, preferably using the thumb with firm pressure, and you will experience miraculous results.
3. Massage the Xiawan Acupoint for Digestive Problems
Xiawan is located in the abdomen and is close to the spleen and stomach. In traditional Chinese medicine, there is a principle of selecting acupoints called "selecting nearby acupoints," which means selecting acupoints around or near the affected area. This method has been proven to be very effective. Xiawan, when paired with Neiting, can clear the stomach, relieve fire, and promote digestion.
Dietary Treatments for Digestive Problems
1. Lamb Congee
Take 250 grams of fresh lean lamb, cut it into small pieces, boil it until tender, then cook it with glutinous rice to make congee. Eat it twice a day. This recipe can tonify the middle, strengthen the Qi, warm the stomach, and relieve digestive problems, abdominal pain, etc. It is especially suitable for the elderly with Qi deficiency, insufficient Yang Qi, aversion to cold, and abdominal pain.
2. Amomum Congee
First, cook 100 grams of glutinous rice to make congee. Grind 5 grams of amomum into powder and add it to the congee. Cook it briefly. This recipe can warm the spleen and stomach, relieve stagnation, disperse heat, and stop vomiting. It is suitable for stomach pain, bloating, vomiting, and other symptoms.
3. Fingered Citron Congee
Take 20 grams of fingered citron and decoct it to obtain the liquid. Cook 100 grams of glutinous rice with an appropriate amount of water to make congee. After the congee is ready, add rock sugar and the fingered citron liquid, and cook briefly. Eat it twice a day. This recipe has the effects of refreshing the appetite, regulating Qi, and relieving pain. It is suitable for the elderly with weak stomach, digestive problems, belching, and stomach pain.
Precautions for Digestive Problems:
1. Avoid eating pickled foods as they contain high levels of salt and certain carcinogens, which should not be consumed in large quantities.
2. Optimal food temperature should be "neither too hot nor too cold."
3. Chew food thoroughly and eat slowly. Chewing food more times will stimulate more saliva production, which has a protective effect on the gastric mucosa.
4. Avoid stimulating foods such as spicy, greasy, fried, and junk food, as they can harm the digestive system and worsen digestive problems.
