Cold limbs, lower back and knee pain, frequent urination at night—what’s the problem? The answer is the kidneys! But why do so many remedies for kidney tonification seem ineffective? This is because kidney deficiency can be classified, with Kidney Yin Deficiency and Kidney Yang Deficiency being the most common. Only by properly tonifying the kidneys can one achieve good results. Today, let’s discuss the symptoms of Kidney Yang Deficiency and what to do if it occurs.
Why are so many modern people suffering from Yang Deficiency?Firstly, some individuals naturally have a Yang Deficient constitution. Secondly, unhealthy modern lifestyles contribute, such as spending long hours in air-conditioned rooms during summer, prioritizing style over warmth in winter clothing, frequently consuming cold drinks or cold foods, and excessive indulgence. Additionally, chronic illness can damage Yang Qi. The body acts like an alarm system; if there is Kidney Yang Deficiency, how does the body signal this to us?Symptoms of Kidney Yang Deficiency1. Cold Feet:The Foot Shaoyin Kidney Meridian connects to the soles of the feet, with the Yongquan (Kidney 1) point being its starting point. Those with Kidney Yang Deficiency often find their feet cold during winter nights. Without a hot water bottle or electric blanket, some may feel increasingly cold as the night progresses. Others may experience cold feet after sitting for a while, which is a manifestation of Kidney Yang Deficiency.
2. Cold Back:The kidneys and bladder are interrelated; the back is Yang and governed by the Foot Taiyang Bladder Meridian. The Yang Qi of the kidneys originates in the kidneys and spreads to the bladder meridian, providing protective functions. Those with Kidney Yang Deficiency often feel cold in the back and tend to wear thicker clothing than usual.
3. Cold Teeth:The kidneys govern the bones, and teeth are considered extensions of the bones. Some individuals prefer to rinse their mouths with warm water in the morning, fearing cold water. While Western medicine may label this as tooth sensitivity, from a TCM perspective, it is actually a manifestation of Kidney Yang Deficiency.
4. Cold Fingers:The limbs are the extremities of Yang. The hands and feet are the endpoints of the body’s limbs, where Yin and Yang meridians intersect, making them the areas where Yang Qi is least likely to reach. Individuals with Yang Deficiency often exhibit cold extremities first. In daily life, some may notice a significant temperature difference when shaking hands with others. When washing vegetables with cold water, they may feel a penetrating chill.
5. Cool Urine:Those with Kidney Yang Deficiency not only experience frequent urination but also find their urine cool. In winter, individuals with strong Kidney Yang often have warm urine, while those with Yang Deficiency have clear, cool urine. If it accidentally drips on the hand or leg, it often feels cold.
6. Few Lunulae:Some individuals have lunulae only on their thumbs, while the other fingers lack them or have faint, small lunulae, indicating a cold constitution.
7. Pale Lips and Face:Yang Qi is responsible for warmth. Insufficient Yang Qi leads to blood vessels losing warmth, resulting in pale lips and face, and in severe cases, a bluish complexion.
In real life, Kidney Yang Deficiency may also be accompanied by other conditions, such as Heart and Kidney Yang Deficiency or Spleen and Kidney Yang Deficiency. Therefore, clinical treatment will vary based on the situation, and it is rare to use a single Chinese patent medicine. It is essential to consult a professional physician for differential diagnosis and treatment.
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