Dampness is a common type of Chinese medicine, and excessive dampness will hinder the flow of qi and blood and affect physical health. This article will introduce you to 5 common symptoms to help you determine if you have too much moisture in your body.
1. Tiredness and weakness.
People with excessive humidity often feel tired and weak, which is difficult to relieve even with adequate sleep. This is because dampness affects the flow of qi and blood, resulting in various parts of the body not getting enough nutrients and oxygen.
2. Loss of appetite.
People with excessive humidity may experience loss of appetite and lose their appetite even in the face of their favorite foods. This is because dampness affects the function of the spleen and stomach, resulting in a weakened digestive system.
3. The tongue coating is thick and greasy.
A thick tongue coating is one of the typical signs of excessive moisture. The normal tongue coating should be a reddish, thin white coating, while a person with excessive moisture has a thick, yellowish, or whitish tongue coating.
Fourth, the stool is sticky.
People who are too damp may have sticky stools, and even after a bowel movement, they may feel that the toilet bowl is not easy to flush. This is also because dampness affects the function of the spleen and stomach, resulting in intestinal dysfunction.
5. Edema. People with excessive dampness may experience edema, especially in the lower extremities. This is because dampness hinders the flow of qi and blood, resulting in water retention.
If you experience more than one of these 5 symptoms, it may indicate that you have too much moisture in your body. So, how to regulate?First of all, in terms of diet, you can choose barley, yam, bitter gourd and other foods that have a spleen and diuresis, which will help to expel moisture from the body. Secondly, strengthening exercise, such as running, swimming, yoga, etc., can promote the body's metabolism and expel moisture. In addition, measures such as keeping indoor air circulation, keeping the room dry, and avoiding rain can also help to dispel dampness. Finally, if the symptoms are more severe, it is recommended to seek medical attention in time to seek professional TCM** and advice. Do not blindly use dampness drugs or health products to avoid unnecessary harm to the body. In conclusion, understanding the manifestations of excessive moisture in the body and how to regulate it can help us stay healthy. Through a reasonable diet, proper exercise and good lifestyle habits, we can get rid of dampness in the body, improve the body's immunity, and enjoy a healthy life.