Many women are troubled by tǐ hán (body cold) and xuè yū (blood stasis), suffering greatly without relief! What causes blood stasis? Some individuals experience cold, leading to blood coagulation due to temperature changes, resulting in stasis; others may have stagnant liver qi, causing blood accumulation; and some may develop stasis due to incomplete recovery from miscarriage or cesarean sections…
Symptoms of Blood Stasis in the Body
1. Feeling weak when speaking or lacking energy, often feeling fatigued and reluctant to talk;
2. Pale or dull complexion;
3. Frequent palpitations, chest tightness, or intermittent chest pain, dark lips, and a tongue with purple spots;
4. Symptoms such as stabbing pain in the hypochondrium, jaundice, poor appetite, and abdominal distension;
5. Limbs easily feel numb or painful, with cold or hot extremities;
6. Memory may deteriorate significantly.
7. Persistent dry throat, a desire to drink water, but reluctance to swallow when water is in the mouth.
8. Women may experience abdominal distension and pain before or during menstruation, with a reluctance to apply pressure. Menstrual flow may be scant or obstructed, gradually increasing, with dark purple blood containing clots; pain may decrease or disappear after clots are expelled, often accompanied by premenstrual breast and rib distension;
9. A depressed and stiff expression, lacking vitality, with facial muscles appearing less animated.
10. Purple or dark tongue with stasis spots, and a deep, thin pulse.
How to Eliminate Blood Stasis in Women?
If blood stasis in women is not resolved, the long-term accumulation can lead to decreased organ function, resulting in conditions such as uterine fibroids, endometriosis, and infertility. So, how can women eliminate blood stasis?
Blood stasis is primarily related to the liver and its inability to disperse properly. Qi is the commander of blood; when qi flows, blood flows; when qi stagnates, blood stasis occurs.The liver is responsible for storing blood, and if liver qi is frequently stagnant, it gradually leads to a blood stasis constitution.This constitution requires special care for the liver, focusing on soothing liver qi.
The liver is the general of the organs, influenced by emotions. Seasonal changes and adverse weather can affect it, as can diet, such as alcohol consumption and clothing choices. In spring, when the liver is active, wearing tight clothing, accumulating stress, and sitting indoors for long periods can lead to liver unhappiness, eventually resulting in this constitution.
It is recommended to adjust in the following areas:
1. Dietary Aspects
Consuming small amounts of red wine can invigorate blood circulation; additionally, foods like hawthorn, leeks, and brown sugar are beneficial. Incorporate mushrooms, kumquats, black fungus, ginger, carrots, safflower, apricots, cinnamon, and salted dried plums into your diet, and drink rose tea.
Moreover, individuals with blood stasis should also consider blood tonics, such as dāng guī (Angelica sinensis), which both tonifies and invigorates blood. Blood deficiency can be replenished, while blood stasis can be invigorated. Women are particularly prone to issues related to blood stasis due to their sensitivity and emotional nature, which can harm the liver.
Avoid consuming a lot of astringent or cold foods, as exposure to cold can exacerbate your constitution and trigger various diseases.
As the saying goes, “Dress warmly in spring and cool in autumn,” individuals with blood stasis should avoid excessive cold in autumn, as warmth promotes qi and blood flow, while cold causes stagnation.
2. Lifestyle and Daily Routine
Being overly fixated can lead to qi stagnation, which can cause water retention, leading to phlegm dampness; qi stagnation can also lead to blood stagnation. Therefore, maintaining a cheerful disposition and cultivating hobbies, such as stamp collecting or hiking, as well as engaging in singing, dancing, and making friends can help disperse qi and promote blood flow.
3. Seasonal Health Maintenance
For individuals with blood stasis, spring is crucial. In spring, liver qi is dominant, and it is essential to find ways to promote its smooth flow, such as stretching the waist and sides, letting hair down, and wearing loose clothing. Avoid excessive cold in autumn and ensure warmth in winter.
4. Acupuncture Points and Meridians
For individuals with blood stasis, maintaining health through acupuncture points and meridian therapy can quickly unblock the body’s meridians and promote cellular metabolism and regeneration.
Key acupuncture points for invigorating blood include qū chí (Quchi), hé gǔ (Hegu), xuè hǎi (Xuehai), sān yīn jiāo (Sanyinjiao), tài chōng (Taichong), and the back points gé shì (Ge Shi) and gān shū (Gan Shu), which have effects similar to dāng guī (Angelica sinensis), yì mǔ cǎo (Motherwort), and tián qī (Notoginseng).
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