If liver qi stagnation is caused by emotional distress, it can heal itself by regulating emotions and maintaining a cheerful mood. However, if it is caused by spleen deficiency and excessive dampness, self-healing is difficult because dampness is heavy, turbid, and sticky, and eliminating dampness is a lengthy process. Causes of Liver Qi Stagnation The … Read more
1. A netizen, Jie Mu, consulted: Recently, I have been feeling uncomfortable with bloating in my stomach. I haven’t eaten much, yet my stomach feels distended and sometimes it hurts so much that I feel pain in my ribs. Occasionally, I also experience acid reflux and I am hesitant to eat, as I can hardly … Read more
It is well known that anger can harm the liver, and everyone has experienced bouts of anger. Over time, this can lead to liver qi stagnation (gan qi yu jie). Also known as liver depression (gan yu), liver qi stagnation is a common condition, particularly prevalent among women. Therefore, it is essential to understand how … Read more
We often talk about health preservation, but what exactly does it mean? “Nourishing” implies following the natural course, without force or resistance. Nourishing the liver is an art; it means aligning with the liver’s preferences and characteristics. We should provide what the liver likes and follow the flow of liver qi without suppressing it, which … Read more
Recently, many people have been asking me why they often feel a sense of heaviness in their chest, are prone to anger, and experience dizziness, headaches, and red, swollen, painful eyes when they get angry. They wonder what causes this and if there are any methods to alleviate it without medication. In TCM terms, this … Read more
Hello everyone, I am a health mentor at Jiushengde Medical Hall. Recently, I have encountered many patients with liver Qi stagnation: depression, pain in the chest and flanks, frequent sighing, distension and wandering pain in the chest, flanks, or lower abdomen, constipation or loose stools. Female patients may also experience breast lumps, masses under the … Read more
Liver Qi Stagnation is one of the most common conditions affecting women. In fact, this is primarily caused by accumulated anger over time. The symptoms of Liver Qi Stagnation mainly include the following aspects: 1. Manifestations in the mental aspect include depression, neurasthenia, and a feeling of unhappiness. 2. Physical manifestations mainly include a sensation … Read more
If a person’s mental state often manifests as depression and anxiety, it can easily lead to symptoms of excessive liver fire and liver qi stagnation. Especially for individuals with introverted personalities, unstable mental states, and frequent insomnia with vivid dreams, this phenomenon is more likely to occur. Therefore, it is crucial for a person to … Read more
Before reading this article, please click on the blue text above“Elegant Tea”, then click“Follow”, so you can continue to receive the latest articles for free. There are daily shares. It is completely free to subscribe, so feel free to follow. 1. Introduction With the increasing material demands, the need for spiritual nourishment has become increasingly … Read more
Warm rain and clear winds break the frost, with willows and plum blossoms, spring feelings are stirring.Spring is the season of growth, making it the perfect time for liver care.According to the principles of TCM seasonal health, spring is the best time to nourish the liver.Spring corresponds to the Wood element, which is connected to … Read more