The liver is an important organ of the human body, responsible for detoxification, blood storage, bile secretion, metabolism and other functions. The health of the liver is closely related to the body's immunity, mood, sleep, digestion, etc.
Traditional Chinese medicine thinksThe liver is drained, opened to the eyes, and interacts with the heart, spleen, kidneys and other viscera。Therefore, nourishing the liver is an important part of health preservation, and it is necessary to pay attention to protecting the liver and avoiding liver damage.
As the saying goes, "It is better to cure the disease before it is to cure it." "Liver care is not just a matter for people with liver disease, it is a topic that everyone needs to focus on in their life.
So how do you know if your liver is healthy? And how can it be protected? Today I will briefly discuss it with you, hoping to be able to give you some help.
The liver is mainly responsible for excreting and storing blood, and the most common problems are liver stagnation, liver blood deficiency, and liver toxin.
1.Liver Qi stagnation
Liver Qi stagnation refers to the blockage of liver veins due to emotional depression and the invasion of disease and evil, and the inability of liver qi to be discharged and smooth, which in turn causes various symptoms.
manifested as:Dry and bitter mouth, bad breath (worse in the morning), depressed mood, irritability, often sighing, often accompanied by chest and flank pain, difficulty falling asleep, and dreaming easily (mainly appearing at 1 or 3 o'clock in the night).
Liver stagnation can also cause:Digestive discomfort such as poor appetite, indigestion, belching, acid reflux, and stool disorders
Tongue Elephant:The tongue is reddish, the tongue coating is thick and greasy (a yellow or white coating may be present, the thickness and color of the coating depend on the severity of the condition), and tooth marks on the tongue.
2.Liver blood deficiency
It refers to the weakness of spleen and kidney function, long-term disease consumption of liver blood, large blood loss and other factors that lead to decreased or abnormal nourishing function of liver and blood.
manifested as:Dizziness, tinnitus, vision loss, dull complexion, dry and brittle nails, cold and numb limbs, unfavorable joint tension, tremors of hands and feet, low menstrual flow, and amenorrhea may occur in severe cases
Tongue Elephant:The tongue is pale and pale, with thin margins (raised may be present).
3.Hepatotoxicity is vigorous
It refers to the dysfunction of the liver, which leads to the accumulation of dampness and heat in the liver, causing various symptoms.
manifested as:Loss of appetite, bloating, oiliness, nausea, hiccups and farting, exuberant facial oil secretion, acne, dryness, roughness and dullnessWait.
Tongue Elephant:Enlarged tongue, purple tongue, or ecchymosis around the tongue.
3. Soak the flowers in water, cleanse the liver, soothe the liver, and replenish the liver
Today I would like to introduce you to a simple recipe, which only needs to soak in water with 3 kinds of flowers, which can improve liver health and make you no longer worry about liver problems!
Sanhua Liver Tea
Formula: green calyx plum blossoms, roses, acacia flowers. The specific dosage needs to be added or decreased according to the patient's condition.
Efficacy: soothe the liver and relieve depression, nourish the liver.
Solution:The green calyx plum has a slightly sour and bitter taste, and is peaceful in nature. It is beneficial to the liver, stomach and lung meridians. It can dredge liver qi, regulate digestion, dissolve phlegm and detoxify. It is often used for symptoms such as liver stagnation, chest and flank distension, abdominal pain, loss of appetite, heat and thirst.
Roses have a sweet and slightly bitter taste, which has an effect on the liver and spleen. He is especially good at soothing liver and gallbladder depression, invigorating blood and removing blood stasis, strengthening the spleen and reducing fire. The taste is fragrant and luscious, which can make people feel good.
Acacia flowers have a sweet taste, peaceful nature, and are good for the heart and liver. It has the effect of calming the nerves and relieving depression, invigorating blood and reducing swelling. Clinically, it is often used for symptoms such as anger, depression, irritability, insomnia, forgetfulness, etc.
It should be noted that acacia flowers have many fine hairs, which may cause pharyngeal discomfort, and it is recommended to put them in a non-woven bag before soaking in water.
Is your liver okay? If discomfort occurs, it is important to adjust in time to avoid delays causing bigger problems.
Comprehensive Editor: Big V
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