People with blood stasis constitution have a dull complexion, rough and brownish skin, and are prone to symptoms such as purple spots, dark lips, or bruises. They are easily susceptible to wind and cold infections. This type of constitution is relatively easy to identify among the nine constitutions. So how can this constitution be regulated?
Massage Regulation
Sanyinjiao Acupoint
Acupoint Location: This acupoint is located on the inner ankle, on the bone that protrudes when the foot is flexed. It is about four fingers width above this bone.
Technique: Use the fingertip of the middle finger to massage the acupoint, apply pressure for 1-3 minutes, until a sore and swollen sensation is felt.
Benefits: Sanyinjiao is an acupoint on the spleen meridian of the foot Taiyin. Massaging this acupoint can promote blood circulation and resolve blood stasis, suitable for people with blood stasis constitution, especially women with blood stasis constitution.
Zusanli Acupoint
Acupoint Location: Place the left palm on the right knee, the fingertips of the index and middle finger should align with this acupoint.
Technique: Use the middle finger to press the acupoint, press for 5-10 minutes, until a tingling or warm sensation is felt. Results can be seen after 2 months of regular practice.
Benefits: Massaging Zusanli acupoint can dredge internal blood stasis and remove stasis obstruction, which is a good method for regulating blood stasis constitution.
Dietary Regulation
Brown Rice Jujube Pork Rib Soup
Ingredients: 500g pork ribs, 100g brown rice, 8 jujubes, 3 slices of ginger, salt to taste.
Instructions: 1. Wash and cut the pork ribs into sections, blanch them in boiling water for a while, then remove them. Wash the jujubes and remove the pits. Soak the brown rice for 2 hours in advance.
2. Place an appropriate amount of water in a pot, add all the ingredients, bring to a boil over high heat, then simmer over low heat for 1 hour. Season with salt before serving.
Benefits: Jujubes are nourishing and invigorating, suitable for people with blood stasis constitution.
Hawthorn and Black Fungus Blood-activating Porridge
Ingredients: 50g glutinous rice, 15g black fungus, 10 fresh hawthorns.
Instructions: 1. Wash the glutinous rice; wash and soak the black fungus, tear into small pieces; wash and cut the hawthorns in half, remove the pits.
2. Add an appropriate amount of water to a pot, bring to a boil, then add the glutinous rice, hawthorns, and black fungus. Simmer over low heat until the rice is soft.
Benefits: Hawthorn and black fungus both have blood-activating effects. The combination of the two is even more effective. Modern research has shown that hawthorn contains various glycosides, which can promote blood circulation and improve the function of the cardiovascular system. It is suitable for people with blood stasis constitution.
Exercise Regulation
Exercise is the most affordable and effective method to promote blood circulation and resolve blood stasis. People with blood stasis constitution should engage in exercise that benefits the heart and blood vessels, such as Tai Chi, Tai Chi Sword, walking, dancing, internal cultivation exercises, Ba Duan Jin, etc., in order to promote blood circulation. Among them, Ba Duan Jin is suitable for people of all ages, and long-term adherence to exercise can greatly improve blood stasis.
Improving Lifestyle
Blood stasis is often associated with Qi stagnation, and Qi stagnation is closely related to personal emotions. For example, anger and irritability can cause discomfort due to Qi stagnation and imbalance of Qi and blood circulation. Therefore, people with blood stasis constitution need to cultivate a good mood and avoid getting angry, as this is very helpful for regulating their condition.
A healthy lifestyle includes moderate diet, regular daily routines, and avoiding excessive physical labor. It means paying attention to work-rest balance, having a healthy and moderate diet, avoiding staying up late, and getting enough rest. These are also prerequisites for regulating blood stasis constitution.
Tips
People with blood stasis constitution are afraid of cold because under low temperature conditions, blood cannot flow smoothly, leading to blood stasis. Therefore, it is advisable not to stay in cold environments for too long.
People who work mentally are also prone to blood stasis because they mainly engage in sedentary work. This group of people does not get enough exercise, making it easier for blood to become stagnant. Therefore, it is important to be physically active while working.
