During a tea party with an old friend, a friend suddenly covered his forehead, his brows furrowed, and his face was full of pain. He said that this headache has been bothering him for many years, taking countless medicines and seeing countless doctors, but it is still difficult to **. This scene may be familiar to each of us in our lives. Headache, a seemingly small problem, is actually a major problem in many people's lives, especially among our middle-aged and elderly groups. It's not just a physical pain, it's an impact on our mood, work and quality of life.
In the treasure trove of traditional Chinese medicine, headache is not a simple symptom, but an outward manifestation of some imbalance in the body. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that "the head is the meeting of the sun", and headaches are often closely related to the lack of qi and blood in the body. Qi and blood are the basic substances that maintain the vital activities of the human body, and once the qi and blood are insufficient, it may cause headaches. However, unlike the Western medicine method, TCM headache does not only focus on symptoms, but also focuses on finding and solving the root cause of the headache.
So, how to relieve headaches by regulating qi and blood? Today, I would like to introduce you to a special formula taught by an old Chinese medicine practitioner, which can not only help us replenish qi and blood, but also fundamentally relieve headaches. Today, with the continuous advancement of modern medical research, we have also found more and more evidence to support the effectiveness of these traditional methods. For example, studies in recent years have shown that certain Chinese herbal ingredients can effectively promote blood circulation and improve blood vessel function, thereby reducing or even eliminating headaches.
Headache, a seemingly simple but complex symptom, is seen in Chinese medicine as a manifestation of an imbalance in the body's inner balance. TCM diagnosis does not only focus on the symptoms, but also delves into the reasons behind them, especially the common cause of insufficient qi and blood.
Traditional Chinese medicine believes that headache does not exist independently, but is an external manifestation of poor flow of qi and blood and imbalance in the function of the internal organs. Qi and blood are the basic substances that maintain the vital activities of the human body, and any obstacle in the flow of qi and blood may lead to headaches. Therefore, TCM headache is not only to relieve pain, but more importantly, to reconcile qi and blood and restore the balance of viscera.
The deep link between a lack of qi and blood and headaches
Deficiency of Qi and Blood is a key concept in TCM diagnosis, which refers to the lack of power in the body's Qi to promote the normal flow of blood, or the insufficient amount of blood itself to nourish all parts of the body. When there is not enough qi and blood, the head does not get enough blood**, and headaches are prone to occur.
The lack of qi affects the impetus of the blood. Qi is the main driving force to promote blood circulation, and qi deficiency will cause blood to flow slowly, and the blood in the head will be insufficient, resulting in headaches.
Lack of blood affects nutrition**. Blood carries nutrients and oxygen, and if there is not enough blood, the head will not have enough nutrients and oxygen**, which can also cause headaches.
Practical dry goods: how to self-check the lack of qi and blood
Observe the complexion and tongue image:Pale complexion, pale lips, and pale tongue may be a sign of blood deficiency; A fat tongue with tooth marks on the edge of the tongue may be a sign of qi deficiency.
Feel the physical strength and fatigue:Frequent fatigue and weakness of speech may be a sign of qi deficiency; Cold hands and feet, memory loss, may be blood deficiency.
By combining your own symptoms and signs, you can preliminarily determine whether it is a headache caused by insufficient qi and blood. However, the correct diagnosis requires a comprehensive judgment by a professional TCM practitioner through methods such as looking, smelling, asking, and cutting.
In the treasure house of traditional Chinese medicine, there is an ancient and effective recipe for headaches caused by lack of qi and blood - Bazhen Tang. This recipe is a combination of eight precious Chinese herbs, which aims to replenish and invigorate the blood, harmonize qi and blood, and fundamentally solve the problem of headaches.
Bazhen soup ingredients:
Angelica:Nourish blood and regulate menstruation, relieve blood deficiency and headache.
Chuanxiong:Promote blood circulation and relieve blood stasis, relieve headaches.
White Peony:and blood softens the liver, relieves headaches caused by tension.
Rehmannia Rehmannia:Nourish the liver and kidneys, nourish blood and intellect.
Ginseng:Vigorously replenish vitality and improve qi deficiency.
Astragalus:Strengthen the spleen and stomach and enhance the body's ability to resist diseases.
Poria Cocos:Dilutes water and strengthens the spleen and stomach.
Licorice:Reconcile the properties of various medicines and relieve pain.
Decoction and serving:Combine the above herbs in a certain proportion (it is best to consult a professional TCM practitioner to determine) and add water to decoction for 30 minutes. Take one dose daily, morning and evening on an empty stomach. After taking it continuously for one week, you can significantly feel the reduction of headaches and improve mental state.
Safety Tips:Everyone's constitution is different, so be sure to consult a TCM professional before using it to ensure that the prescription is suitable for your health condition.
In addition to taking Chinese medicine, lifestyle and dietary changes are also effective ways to prevent and relieve headaches.
Healthy Eating:Increase foods rich in iron, vitamin B12, and folate, such as red meat, green leafy vegetables, and legumes, which can help replenish your blood. At the same time, make sure to consume enough water to maintain your body's water balance to promote blood circulation.
Moderate exercise:Moderate exercise, such as walking, yoga or tai chi, can improve blood circulation, enhance physical vitality and reduce the occurrence of headaches.
Adjust your schedule:Get enough sleep and avoid staying up late. Good sleep quality helps the body recover and regulate, reducing the chance of headaches.
Stress Management:Learn relaxation techniques, such as deep breathing, meditation or progressive muscle relaxation, to reduce stress in your life and prevent headaches caused by excessive stress.
Self-massage method:A simple head and neck massage can boost local blood circulation and relieve headaches. In particular, a gentle massage of the temples, back of the neck and shoulders, for a few minutes a day, is effective in reducing headache symptoms.