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Fan Letter】Hello dear doctor! I'm a big fan of yours and I've been following your health science articles. Recently, I have been experiencing some health issues and would like to be able to get your help. I often experience stomach pain, bloating, and acid reflux, which makes me very uncomfortable. I've heard that there are some methods of TCM to regulate the spleen and stomach, but I don't know much about it. Could you please answer for me, what are the TCM methods of regulating the spleen and stomach that can help me alleviate these symptoms?
Popular science answers] Dear fans, hello! Thank you very much for your trust and support. In response to the symptoms you mentioned such as stomach pain, bloating, and acid reflux, TCM does have some ways to regulate the spleen and stomach, and I will introduce them to you in detail below.
First of all, TCM believes that the spleen and stomach are the foundation of nurture, the source of qi and blood biochemistry. If the spleen and stomach are harmonized, the body will be healthy. For symptoms such as stomach pain, stomach distension and acid reflux, TCM believes that it is mostly related to weakness of the spleen and stomach, dampness and heat, qi stagnation and blood stasis. Therefore, regulating the spleen and stomach is the key to relieving these symptoms.
1.Dietary conditioning: Traditional Chinese medicine emphasizes that "diet is self-doubling, and the spleen and stomach are injured". It is recommended that you follow the principle of a light and easily digestible diet, eat more fresh vegetables and fruits, and eat less greasy, spicy, and irritating foods. At the same time, you can eat some foods that have the effect of strengthening the spleen and stomach, such as pumpkin, sweet potato, millet, etc.
2.Traditional Chinese medicine conditioning: Traditional Chinese medicine believes that medicine is an important means to regulate the spleen and stomach. Here are some commonly used Chinese herbal formulas that you can choose according to your symptoms::
Four Gentlemen's Soup: It is suitable for stomach pain and stomach distension with spleen and stomach qi deficiency. The main ingredients include ginseng, atractylodes, poria cocos, and boiled licorice.
Banxia Xingxin Soup: It is suitable for stomach pain and bloating with damp heat and connotation. The main ingredients include banxia, coptis, skullcap, ginger, jujube, etc.
Bupleurum Shugansan: It is suitable for stomach pain and stomach distension of qi stagnation and blood stasis. The main ingredients include Bupleurum chinensis, white peony, incense, boiled licorice, etc.
3.Daily life: Traditional Chinese medicine emphasizes "working at sunrise and resting at sunset". It is recommended that you maintain a regular schedule and avoid staying up late. At the same time, appropriate physical exercise should be carried out to enhance the function of the spleen and stomach.
4.Emotional recuperation: Traditional Chinese medicine believes that mood swings can affect the function of the spleen and stomach. It is recommended that you maintain a good mood and avoid excessive anxiety, tension and anger.
5.Massage and conditioning: Traditional Chinese medicine believes that massage can promote the circulation of qi and blood and regulate the spleen and stomach. You can try massaging the abdominal acupuncture points, such as the middle navel, Zusanli, etc., to relieve symptoms such as stomach pain and bloating.
It should be noted that TCM methods for regulating the spleen and stomach vary from person to person, and it is recommended that you do it under the guidance of a professional doctor. If your condition is more severe, it is recommended that you visit the hospital for a more accurate diagnosis and**.
Hope you find the above answers helpful. If you have any other questions, feel free to keep asking! I wish you good health and a happy life!
References] 1Lee Dong-won. "Treatise on the Spleen and Stomach" [M].Beijing: Health Press, 2005
2.Zhang Zhongjing. "Treatise on Typhoid Fever and Miscellaneous Diseases" [M].Beijing: Health Press, 2008
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