The spleen and stomach are regarded as the foundation of nurture, and are the source of the body's qi and blood biochemistry. This means that the health of the spleen and stomach is essential for maintaining the normal physiological functions of the human body.
Farts are gases excreted from the human intestines, and their production is related to the fermentation of food scraps by bacteria in the intestines. Under normal circumstances, the production of farts is a normal physiological phenomenon of the human body, but if there are abnormalities in the frequency, smell, sound, etc., it may reflect the health status of the individual.
1. Cold fart
If the fart is cold, it may be related to the deficiency of the spleen and stomach. People with spleen and stomach deficiency often experience symptoms such as abdominal discomfort, indigestion, and stomach pain. This situation can be regulated with warm and cold-dissipating medicines, such as dried ginger, codonopsis, etc.
2. Hot fart
If it is hot, it may be related to the damp heat of the intestines. Intestinal heat and humidity may cause symptoms such as sticky stools, bloating, and loss of appetite. Methods of clearing heat and dampness can be used, such as Coptis chinensis, skullcap, etc.
3. Stuffy fart
If the fart has a muffled smell, it may indicate moisture in the body. People with heavy dampness may feel heavy, weak limbs, unformed stools, etc. For dampness, methods to strengthen the spleen and dispel dampness are commonly used, such as coix seed, Poria cocos, etc.
4. Loud fart
A loud fart may indicate a poor intestinal qi and may be related to qi stagnation. People with stagnant qi may experience symptoms such as abdominal distension and belching. Traditional Chinese medicine that conducts qi stagnation, such as wood incense, tangerine peel, etc., can be used.
In short, although there is some truth to the saying that "seeing the fart knows health", it cannot be completely relied on to judge the health status. If you experience persistent symptoms of physical discomfort, it is best to seek medical advice.