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Recently, as the weather gradually cools, diarrhea, abdominal pain, loss of appetite and other diseases have become a problem for many people. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that these symptoms are usually associated with cold, dampness, and spleen trapping. So, what should we do to solve these problems?In this article, we will introduce you to two simple yet effective TCM medicines** to help you remove cold and dampness, warm yang and strengthen the spleen.
1. Removing cold and dissipating dampness: moxibustion dissipates cold in warmth.
Cold and dampness and spleen trapping are one of the main causes of symptoms such as diarrhea and abdominal pain. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that moxibustion can dissipate cold in the warmth, promote the flow of qi and blood, and thus improve the condition of cold and dampness and spleen.
Moxibustion is a type of moxibustion that burns moxa leaves and then applies them to specific acupuncture points. We can choose some commonly used acupuncture points, such as Zusanli, Guan Yuan, etc., for moxibustion. During the operation, an appropriate amount of moxa should be prepared first, and after ignition, the warm part of the moxa wool should be aligned with the acupuncture points, and moxibustion should be carried out with gentle pressing and rotation. Generally, moxibustion is performed for 15-20 minutes each time, 1-2 times a day.
In addition, in terms of dietary conditioning, we can choose warm foods, such as ginger, green onions, brown sugar, etc., which help to expel cold and dampness in the body. In addition, you can also appropriately add traditional Chinese medicine that dissipates cold in the warmth, such as dried ginger, aconite, etc., which can be used under the guidance of a doctor.
2. Wenyang strengthens the spleen: Siwu soup warms the yang and strengthens the spleen.
In addition to cold and dampness, warming and strengthening the spleen is also the key to relieving symptoms such as diarrhea and abdominal pain. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that warming and strengthening the spleen can improve the digestive function of the spleen and stomach, thereby improving the loss of appetite.
Siwu Tang is a classic Chinese herbal formula consisting of Rehmannia Rehmannia, Chuanxiong, Angelica Sinensis, and White Paeonia Root. It has the effect of warming and nourishing the liver and kidneys, invigorating qi and invigorating blood, regulating menstruation and relieving pain. In addition, when symptoms such as diarrhea and abdominal pain appear, Siwu Tang can also relieve the symptoms by warming the spleen and stomach.
We can decoction Siwu soup according to the following method: First, put 50 grams of rehmannia root, 10 grams of Chuanxiong, 10 grams of angelica and 10 grams of white peony into an appropriate amount of water and boil, then switch to a simmer and cook for 40-60 minutes until the herbs are shiny in color and have a unique taste. Finally, the liquid is filtered and divided into 2-3 drinks.
It should be noted that for some people who are weak and cold, it is not advisable to use Siwu soup. When using traditional Chinese medicine, it is best to do it under the guidance of a doctor to avoid discomfort or adverse reactions.
In summary, problems such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, and loss of appetite are often related to cold, dampness, and spleen distress in traditional Chinese medicine. These symptoms can be effectively alleviated through moxibustion to dispel cold in warmth and cold and Siwu decoction to warm yang and strengthen the spleen. However, when choosing TCM**, we should also follow the doctor's advice according to our own situation, and cooperate with dietary conditioning and lifestyle changes to obtain better results.
Health References:
1.Wang Xiangzu is the editor-in-chief. Practical Chinese Materia Medica[M].Shanghai: Shanghai Scientific and Technical Literature Press, 2010