Methods for Regulating Qi and Blood Deficiency
1. Regulate the Spleen and Stomach
The spleen and stomach are the source of qi and blood production. In the book "Ling Shu: Determining Qi", it is believed that blood is generated through the transformation of the spleen and stomach. Therefore, if we want to treat blood deficiency, we need to pay attention to regulating the spleen and stomach.
Dietary regulation can include consuming more foods that benefit the spleen and stomach, such as pumpkin, yam, lotus seeds, lentils, and barley. In addition, you can make a decoction called "Canshi Shu Tea": take 5 grams of Codonopsis pilosula, 5 grams of Astragalus membranaceus, 3 grams of Atractylodes macrocephala, 3 grams of Dioscorea opposita, and 3 grams of Rhizoma cimicifugae. Boil them in 400 grams of water and add 5 grams of flower tea. Drink it when it tastes light. This tea has the effects of tonifying the spleen and qi, and stopping diarrhea caused by yang deficiency.
2. Nourish the Liver and Blood
According to Chinese medicine, "liver depression leads to spleen deficiency." The liver stores blood and is responsible for smooth flow and discharge, which helps the spleen and stomach in digestion. Therefore, nourishing the liver and blood is also an important step in regulating qi and blood.
Anger can damage the liver and spleen, leading to loss of qi and blood. Therefore, it is important to avoid anger, stay up late, pay attention to sleep, and be cautious about prolonged eye strain, as it can deplete qi and blood.
3. Dietary Therapy
Dietary therapy is a common and effective way to nourish qi and blood. For nourishing qi, you can consume "Si Jun Zi Tang" decoction, which consists of 10 grams of ginseng, 9 grams of Atractylodes macrocephala, 9 grams of Poria cocos, and 6 grams of roasted licorice, boiled with mutton. For nourishing blood, you can use "Si Wu Tang" decoction, which consists of 9 grams of white peony root, 9 grams of Chinese angelica, 9 grams of cooked rehmannia root, and 9 grams of Ligusticum chuanxiong, boiled in 250 ml of water until it reduces to 150 ml, and taken on an empty stomach. (This article aims to provide general knowledge, and patients should consult a doctor before using medication.)
In addition, there are many herbal products in traditional Chinese medicine that can nourish qi and blood, such as Chinese angelica, Ligusticum chuanxiong, cooked rehmannia root, wolfberry, and Astragalus membranaceus, all of which have good effects on regulating qi and blood in the body!
4. Stay Away from Cold Pathogens
According to Chinese medicine, "blood flows when warm, and stagnates when cold." Cold pathogens can cause blood stasis, blockage of meridians, and hinder the production of qi and blood, which can cause significant harm to our body.
We should pay attention to staying away from cold pathogens. In winter, keep warm, and in summer, avoid excessive cooling. Regularly soaking your feet in warm water and getting massages are beneficial for the body!
5. Exercise More
Exercise is very important for overall health. We all know that people who exercise regularly have a healthy complexion and vibrant appearance because exercise helps the spleen and stomach convert nutrients into qi and blood for the body's use. Exercise also promotes the circulation of qi and blood in the meridians!
It is recommended to choose gentle exercises such as jogging, swimming, playing ball games, practicing yoga, and tai chi. These exercises are more beneficial for overall health!
Precautions for Qi and Blood Deficiency
1. Avoid or minimize consumption of cold foods
For example, watermelon, bananas, seaweed, bitter melon, etc. Even if you consume them, it is best to eat them in combination with other warm foods. Watermelon itself has a cold nature, so there are some contraindications to eating watermelon, especially chilled watermelon. Overconsumption can damage the spleen and stomach, leading to poor appetite, indigestion, and decreased gastrointestinal resistance, causing bloating and diarrhea. People with chronic gastritis and the elderly should not eat too much. Watermelon contains a relatively high amount of sugar, so it is not suitable for patients with diabetes to consume in large quantities.
2. Avoid foods that cause gas
At least, do not consume them in large quantities. Small amounts can help relieve liver depression and regulate qi, but large amounts can cause excessive gas. Examples include radishes, carrots, chrysanthemums, hawthorn, etc. Radishes are cool in nature and should not be consumed by those with weak spleen and stomach or chronic illness.
3. Regularly massage your hands and feet
If possible, give yourself a full-body massage regularly. However, be careful not to massage for too long or with too much force. Proper massage can regulate meridians and promote nourishment. If done excessively or with excessive force, it can lead to excessive depletion. In addition, Run Zhi Er Kang Xue Yan Tea is very effective in nourishing qi and blood. It is composed of gelatin, wolfberry, Chinese angelica, and more than ten other medicinal herbs, which can promote overall health, harmonize qi and blood, and make the skin radiant and tender.
4. Soak your feet in hot water regularly
Plain water is generally sufficient and has the effect of dispelling cold and promoting blood circulation. You can try adding some mugwort or ginger water to the foot soak. Mugwort is effective in dispelling virtual fire, but it should not be used excessively. Twice a week, a small handful is enough. Ginger can invigorate blood circulation and remove stasis, enhancing the effects of dispelling cold and promoting blood circulation during foot soaking.
