Frequent fatigue and shortness of breath with minimal movement
Don’t underestimate these issues; you might have Qi Deficiency (Qi Xu).
Let’s hear what the experts say.
Dr. Ni Cheng
Beijing University of Chinese Medicine
Research Center for TCM Constitution and Reproductive Medicine
Never underestimate Qi Deficiency; this constitution can lead to various diseases.
Hazards of Qi Deficiency Constitution
First Manifestation of Qi Deficiency: Fatigue
Fatigue
Fatigue is the primary manifestation of Qi Deficiency. If you feel fatigued for more than a year, you may have a Qi Deficiency constitution.
Why do long-term fatigue symptoms occur?
Second Manifestation of Qi Deficiency: Shortness of Breath
Shortness of breath
Shortness of breath in Qi Deficiency refers to being unable to tolerate slight exertion and experiencing breathlessness, requiring rest.
Should people with Qi Deficiency exercise less?
Wrong
Activity is a manifestation and inherent attribute of Qi. If you reduce activity when Qi is insufficient, the physiological functions of the organs will weaken further, leading to a vicious cycle.
Are you of Qi Deficiency constitution?
When you wave your arms, if there is flabbiness under your armpits, it indicates weakness.
Flabbiness is a manifestation of Qi Deficiency. When Qi is deficient, muscles do not receive the nourishment and moisture from Qi, leading to a soft and weak appearance.
If you often experience eyelid swelling in the morning and lower limb swelling at night, with pitting on pressure, it is likely due to Qi Deficiency. Qi plays a role in the metabolism of body fluids, and Qi Deficiency can lead to issues like dampness and phlegm.
Observing Complexion
Pale complexion may indicate Qi Deficiency. A pale complexion lacks luster. When Qi is deficient, the skin does not receive nourishment and moisture, resulting in a dull appearance.
Observing Tongue Appearance
How to Regulate Qi Deficiency Constitution
Beef can tonify the spleen and stomach, nourish Qi and blood, and strengthen muscles and bones. Therefore, beef is the best meat for tonifying Qi.
Beef Replenishing Soup
Chinese Yam (Shan Yao) tonifies Qi and nourishes Yin, while also consolidating and astringing, making it an excellent tonic for Qi Deficiency; Lotus Seed (Lian Zi) strengthens the spleen and nourishes the kidneys; Poria (Fu Ling) strengthens the spleen and stomach, promotes dampness and diuresis; Jujube (Da Zao) tonifies Qi and nourishes blood. In summary, Beef Replenishing Soup strengthens the spleen and stomach, benefits Qi, and is very suitable for long-term regulation of Qi Deficiency constitution.
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The essence of the Beef Replenishing Soup is the spleen and stomach. The spleen and stomach are the source of Qi and blood production. When Qi is deficient, tonifying the Qi of the spleen and stomach helps restore overall Qi deficiency. |
Ba Duan Jin (Eight Pieces of Brocade)
People with Qi Deficiency should avoid intense exercise and can choose relatively gentle exercises, such as Ba Duan Jin. After completing the full set of Ba Duan Jin, an additional movement can be added to enhance the effect, which is “Clenching Fists and Glaring to Increase Strength”.
Clenching Fists and Glaring to Increase Strength
Precautions for Qi Deficiency Constitution
In addition to diet, individuals with Qi Deficiency should maintain an optimistic mindset, listen to comedies, and engage with emotionally uplifting music; in terms of daily living, avoid overexertion and excessive comfort; for room decoration, warm colors are preferable as Qi Deficiency individuals need energy.
Follow TCM experts to regulate your constitution
Diet, living, and activities
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