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In recent years, with the acceleration of the pace of life and the change of the environment, many people often feel spleen and stomach discomfort, such as loss of appetite, bloating and loose stools. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that the spleen and stomach are the "acquired foundation" of the human body, and the health of the spleen and stomach function is directly related to the body's energy supply and nutrient absorption. Spleen deficiency is seen as the root cause of various diseases. This article will introduce you to how to regulate the spleen and stomach, so that we can grasp the secrets of spleen and stomach health.
Why is the spleen and stomach so important?In the theory of traditional Chinese medicine, the spleen is an important organ for digestion and absorption, while the stomach is the place of nourishment of food. If the spleen and stomach are dysfunctional, food cannot be broken down and absorbed well, resulting in malnutrition, and various functions of the body will be affected, causing various diseases. Therefore, the regulation of the spleen and stomach is essential for maintaining good health.
Spleen deficiency refers to insufficiency or low function of the spleen and stomach. So, how does spleen deficiency form?On the one hand, poor dietary Xi habits, irregular lifestyles, and overwork can damage the function of the spleen and stomachOn the other hand, long-term emotional depression and mental stress can also harm the spleen and stomach. Common clinical symptoms of spleen deficiency include loss of appetite, abdominal distension, loose stools, fatigue, and easy fatigue.
So, how to regulate spleen deficiency?Traditional Chinese medicine believes that the treatment of spleen deficiency focuses on recuperation, and paying attention to the following aspects can help restore the function of the spleen and stomach.
First of all, it is necessary to adjust the diet structure, and slow food is appropriate. Eat a light and easy-to-digest diet with plenty of whole grains, vegetables and fruits, and avoid excessive intake of greasy and spicy foods. In addition, we should also pay attention to slow chewing and develop the Xi of chewing slowly, which can reduce the burden on the spleen and stomach.
Second, maintain a regular schedule. Going to bed early and waking up early helps the spleen and stomach to function normally, try to avoid late dinners and staying up late.
Thirdly, we must learn to regulate our emotions and keep our mood comfortable. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that poor mood can affect the function of the spleen and stomach. You can release stress and maintain a good attitude by exercising, meditating, listening, etc.
In addition, you can also use herbs from traditional Chinese medicine to regulate the spleen and stomach. In TCM theory, there are many ancient prescriptions that can help regulate the function of the spleen and stomach. For example, Liujunzi Tang is a classic prescription for weak spleen and stomach, which is composed of ginseng, atractylodes, poria cocos, licorice, banxia and ginger, which has the effect of invigorating qi and strengthening the spleen. Coix seed decoction is suitable for the symptoms of spleen and stomach dampness, it is composed of coix seeds, Poria cocos, Ze Epsom and Atractylodes macrocephalus and other drugs, which can strengthen the spleen and dispel dampness, eliminate food and water.
In short, the regulation of the spleen and stomach is very important, which can be carried out by adjusting the diet structure, maintaining a regular work and rest schedule, regulating mood, and using herbal medicines in Chinese medicine. Please put away this spleen and stomach conditioning guide, so that we can have a healthy spleen and stomach together and stay away from diseases!
Health References:
1.Chen Kai. Clinical study on spleen and stomach weakness of traditional Chinese medicine[J].Journal of Guangzhou Medical College, 2004, 32(1): 13-15