In our daily life, we often hear the word "on fire", but did you know? Traditional Chinese medicine believes that fire is not just as simple as mouth ulcers, it is closely related to our heart, liver, and stomach, and is reflected in different symptoms - heart fire goes to the mouth, liver fire goes to the eyes, and stomach fire goes to the teeth. Does this sound like an invisible war that is quietly playing out in our bodies?
One day, an old gentleman in his sixties came to my office and complained that he had been feeling dry and blurred recently, and that there was no major problem with the eye examination. I asked him about his recent habits, and found that he often stayed up late at night to read, was stressed, and had frequent mood swings. After some questioning and diagnosis,I told him, "This may be caused by your 'liver fire' rising. The old gentleman looked surprised, but he didn't expect these symptoms to be related to liver fire.
The concept of "fire" is deeply meaningful in traditional Chinese medicine theory, which refers to the imbalance of yin and yang in the body, resulting in excessive internal heat. This internal heat can stem from a variety of factors, such as mood swings, improper diet, lifestyle disorders, etc. Different types of fire affect different parts of the body and manifestationsIt is a warning that the body is trying to tell us: we need to revisit and adjust our lifestyle.
Behind the Oral Problem: Revealing the "Heart Fire".
When we say "heart fire", we are referring to oral problems caused by heart fire, such as mouth sores, swollen and sore gums, dry throat and other symptoms. Excessive fire is often related to emotional pressure and excessive psychological burden. Prolonged mood swings and mental stress can lead to a rise in calories in the body, which is ultimately reflected in oral health.
Practical dry goods: balance the heart fire and protect the mouth
Emotion management: Learn stress management techniques such as meditation, yoga or a relaxing walk to help relieve stress and balance your emotions.
Dietary modifications:Reduce the intake of spicy, fried and other irritating foods, and increase light, vitamin C-rich foods such as fresh vegetables and fruits to help clear heat and detoxify.
Good oral hygiene: Brush your teeth twice a day, use fluoride toothpaste, and floss regularly to reduce the growth of bacteria in your mouth.
Get plenty of rest: Get enough sleep, help the body recover and adjust, and reduce the generation of heart fire.
"Liver fire and eye walking" reflects the close relationship between the liver and eye health in traditional Chinese medicine theory. When the liver is too hot, it often causes various uncomfortable symptoms of the eyes, such as dryness, redness, and even blurred vision. This is not just a warning sign for the body, but also a health problem that we need to face seriously. In the modern society where emotions are not properly managed and the pace of life is too fast, the rise of liver fire has become a common phenomenon.
Practical dry goods: reduce liver fire and protect eye health
Adjust your diet: Increase the intake of green leafy vegetables and vitamin A-rich foods such as carrots and spinach to help maintain eye health.
Emotional regulation:Manage emotions through meditation, deep breathing, etc., and reduce the stimulation of liver fire by mood swings.
Moderate exercise: Moderate outdoor exercise, such as brisk walking and jogging, can promote blood circulation in the body and help the liver to escape.
Rest & Sleep: Ensure adequate rest and quality sleep, avoid staying up late, and reduce the burden on the eyes.
When we mention "stomach fire", we are referring to dental problems caused by excessive stomach fire, such as toothache, swollen gums, etc. The stomach and mouth are connected through meridians, and the rise of stomach fire can directly affect the health of teeth. Poor eating habits in life, such as excessive intake of spicy, hot foods, can lead to increased stomach fire.
Practical dry goods:Relieves stomach fire and protects dental health.
Dietary modifications:Reduce your intake of spicy, greasy foods and choose light, easy-to-digest foods to reduce the burden on your stomach.
Timed and quantitative: Maintain a regular diet, avoid oversatiety or long-term fasting, and maintain the normal secretion of gastric acid.
Oral hygiene: Strengthen daily oral care, use dental floss regularly to reduce bacterial growth and keep the mouth clean.
Drink plenty of fluids: Increases water intake, promotes metabolism in the body, helps reduce stomach fire.
Through the above practical methods, it can not only effectively alleviate eye and dental problems caused by excessive liver fire and stomach fire, but also promote overall health. The key is to start with every little detail of life, adjust and improve, so as to achieve a balance of yin and yang, and the fire in the body can be effectively controlled.