One of the main characteristics of Yin deficiency constitution is the presence of internal heat symptoms. Yin deficiency internal heat can manifest as restlessness in the chest, bleeding, dizziness, palpitations, and fever. So how can we regulate Yin deficiency internal heat?
Eating wolfberries to regulate Yin deficiency internal heat
Wolfberries have the function of nourishing Yin and prolonging life, and can be used to regulate Yin deficiency internal heat.
Method of consumption: Chew directly, you can eat 30 grams per day, but it should be divided into multiple servings, about 3 grams per serving.
Precautions when eating wolfberries: Wolfberries belong to sweet and moisturizing drugs, which are generally not easily digested. Those with weak spleen and stomach leading to indigestion and diarrhea should use with caution.
Eating tremella to regulate Yin deficiency internal heat
Tremella has the functions of nourishing Yin, benefiting the stomach, generating fluid, and moistening dryness, and can be used to regulate Yin deficiency internal heat.
Method of consumption: Tremella and pear sugar water
Materials: 15g of tremella, 2 pears, and an appropriate amount of rock sugar.
Method: Soak the tremella in water until it becomes soft, wash it clean, and set it aside; remove the stems, cores, and seeds of the pears, and cut them into pieces; add an appropriate amount of water to a clay pot, boil it over high heat, add the tremella and pears, and continue to simmer over medium heat for about an hour. Add rock sugar for flavor, and it can be consumed.
Precautions when eating tremella: Tremella should be soaked in boiling water, and the part that has not been fully soaked should be removed, especially those that appear pale yellow. Spoiled tremella should not be consumed to avoid poisoning.
Eating American ginseng to regulate Yin deficiency internal heat
American ginseng has the function of nourishing Yin, reducing fire, and replenishing Yin to relieve fever, so it can be used to regulate Yin deficiency internal heat.
Method of consumption: Infuse with boiling water, or simmer with American ginseng, duck, chicken, or pork ribs to make soup or stew.
Precautions when eating American ginseng: Those with Yin deficiency internal heat should avoid drinking tea when taking American ginseng, as tea leaves contain a large amount of tannic acid, which can destroy the active ingredients in American ginseng. Tea can only be consumed 2-3 days after taking American ginseng.
Avoid eating radishes within 24 hours. American ginseng is a Qi tonic (warm and tonify the source Qi), while white radish has the effect of dispelling Qi (clearing heat, detoxifying, and cooling). The two foods contradict each other and can easily cause allergies or even poisoning.
Eating eggs to regulate Yin deficiency internal heat
Eggs not only nourish Qi and blood, but both egg whites and egg yolks have the effect of nourishing Yin and moisturizing dryness.
Precautions when eating eggs: When Yin deficiency internal heat, it is not suitable to eat eggs with brown sugar, as it can cause poisoning. It is also not suitable to eat eggs with sweet potatoes, as it can cause abdominal pain.
Drinking milk to regulate Yin deficiency internal heat
Milk has the effect of nourishing Yin, generating fluid, and moisturizing dryness, and can be used to regulate Yin deficiency internal heat.
Precautions when drinking milk: Yin deficiency internal heat patients should not eat kiwi, oranges, vinegar, chocolate, and other foods while drinking milk.
Eating soft-shelled turtle to regulate Yin deficiency internal heat
Soft-shelled turtle can nourish Yin and replenish blood, so it is very suitable for Yin deficiency internal heat patients. The back shell of the soft-shelled turtle also has the effect of nourishing Yin and replenishing blood and can be used to regulate Yin deficiency internal heat with good therapeutic effects.
Precautions when eating soft-shelled turtle: Even if there is Yin deficiency internal heat, soft-shelled turtle should not be eaten by those with spleen deficiency, excessive dampness, diarrhea during pregnancy, and postpartum, as it can easily cause gastrointestinal discomfort and other symptoms.
Eating pears to regulate Yin deficiency internal heat
Pears have the effects of generating fluid, moisturizing dryness, and clearing heat. They are most suitable for lung Yin deficiency or Yin injury after fever.
Precautions when eating pears: Women after childbirth and children with Yin deficiency internal heat symptoms should not eat pears.
