After the beginning of autumn, the climate gradually shifts from hot to cool. However, for individuals with 脾胃虚寒 (Spleen and Stomach Deficiency Cold), it is essential to focus on nourishment during this time. From a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) perspective, those with 脾胃虚寒 (Spleen and Stomach Deficiency Cold) can strengthen the spleen and nourish the stomach, dispel dampness and cold by consuming four types of food and performing three activities to maintain health and balance.
These 4 Foods to Eat More
1. Qian Shi (Fox Nut)Qian Shi is known as “water ginseng” and has the effects of benefiting the kidneys, securing essence, tonifying the spleen, stopping diarrhea, and dispelling dampness. Its nature is neutral, and it can strengthen the spleen and eliminate dampness while also restraining and stopping diarrhea. It is particularly effective for symptoms such as chronic diarrhea and indigestion caused by 脾胃虚寒 (Spleen and Stomach Deficiency Cold).Qian Shi can be cooked into porridge or soup, such as Qian Shi and Yi Yi Ren (Job’s Tears) porridge, which can strengthen the spleen, dispel dampness, and nourish the body.2. ChestnutsChestnuts are warm in nature, sweet in taste, and enter the spleen, stomach, and kidney meridians. They have the effects of nourishing the stomach, strengthening the spleen, tonifying the kidneys, and invigorating blood to stop bleeding. They can alleviate symptoms such as cold pain in the stomach and lower back caused by 脾胃虚寒 (Spleen and Stomach Deficiency Cold).
Chestnuts can be cooked into porridge or roasted and eaten, which is delicious and can warm the spleen and stomach. However, be careful not to eat too many at once to avoid indigestion!3. CarpCarp has tender meat and is rich in nutrients. It has the effects of strengthening the spleen, promoting dampness elimination, harmonizing the stomach, and invigorating blood circulation. For those with 脾胃虚寒 (Spleen and Stomach Deficiency Cold), consuming carp helps to replenish nutrition and enhance spleen and stomach function. A common preparation is carp tofu soup, which is fresh and delicious, benefiting the spleen and stomach.4. LambLamb is warm in nature and can warm the middle, nourish the kidneys, and replenish qi. It has a good nourishing effect for symptoms such as cold extremities and abdominal pain caused by 脾胃虚寒 (Spleen and Stomach Deficiency Cold).
Lamb can be stewed with ginger and Angelica (Dang Gui) to eliminate the gamey taste and enhance its warming and nourishing effects.In addition to consuming the above four foods, individuals with 脾胃虚寒 (Spleen and Stomach Deficiency Cold) should also engage in three activities after the beginning of autumn.
Do These 3 Things
1. Pay Attention to WarmthAfter the beginning of autumn, the temperature difference between day and night gradually increases. Those with 脾胃虚寒 (Spleen and Stomach Deficiency Cold) should pay special attention to keeping the abdomen warm. When sleeping, cover yourself well to avoid cold in the abdomen. When going out, adjust your clothing according to the weather changes, especially protecting the navel area to prevent cold invasion.2. Moderate ExerciseExercise helps promote the circulation of qi and blood, enhancing spleen and stomach function. Individuals with 脾胃虚寒 (Spleen and Stomach Deficiency Cold) can choose gentler forms of exercise, such as walking, Tai Chi, and yoga. Regular moderate exercise can strengthen the spleen and stomach, promote digestion and absorption, and improve symptoms of deficiency cold.The autumn sun is not as strong, so it is also beneficial to bask in the sun, especially from 7 to 9 AM, to generate yang qi.
3. Abdominal MassageEvery night before bed or after waking up, you can use your palm to massage the abdomen in a clockwise direction with moderate pressure. Abdominal massage can promote gastrointestinal peristalsis, enhance the transformation function of the spleen and stomach, and help expel cold and dampness from the body.4. Foot Soaking Before SleepIf you often feel cold hands and feet or a cold abdomen, remember to soak your feet more often. Foot soaking can open up cold stagnation, promote blood circulation, open the pores, and expel cold and dampness, warming your entire body.However, it is important to note that nourishing the spleen and stomach is a long-term process that requires persistence to achieve good results.If you have the following conditions, follow my guidance to adjust:1. Insomnia, vivid dreams, night sweats2. Stomach bloating, stomach prolapse3. Acid reflux, heartburn, gastric burning4. Discomfort in the upper abdomen, more pronounced after meals5. Decreased appetite, lack of desire to eat6. Belching, nausea, regurgitation, or even vomiting7. Constipation, diarrhea8. Gastroesophageal reflux, atrophic gastritis9. Eczema, urticaria10. Irregular menstruation, menorrhagia, and other gynecological issues
Click the card below, fill in your information, and leave a message for Director Liang, Director Shui, or Professor Zhu Qingwen!
Welcome to like, view, and share with friends!