Don’t Panic Over Blood Stasis! Three Keys from Our Ancestors to Unblock the Meridians and Feel Light
Many friends find it hard to eat and sleep after discovering issues with “blood stasis”. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has long stated: “Blood circulation in the meridians is vital for flow.” When the flow of Qi and blood is obstructed, it is like a river clogged with silt, which not only affects nourishment throughout the body but may also lead to dizziness, numbness in limbs, and other problems.
A 60-Year-Old Carpenter’s Personal Experience: No More Numbness After Unblocking Qi and Blood
68-year-old Master Zhang felt swelling in his calves and stiffness in his fingers like wood upon waking last year. TCM diagnosis revealed that his sublingual veins were dark and twisted, indicating a typical pattern of Qi stagnation and blood stasis. By adjusting his diet to reduce rich and heavy foods, and by tapping along the Gallbladder meridian on his legs daily during the Chen hour (7-9 AM), he was pleasantly surprised to find that his previously cold feet began to warm up, and the morning stiffness reduced from half an hour to just five minutes after three months.
The Secret of Tibetan Saffron from the High Plateau: Unblocking Meridians and Protecting the Heart with Remarkable Effects
The Tibetan saffron (Crocus sativus) that grows above the snow line of the Kunlun Mountains is recorded in the “Jing Zhu Ben Cao” as a “sacred blood-activating herb.” Its unique saffron glycosides can gently promote the circulation of Qi and blood, especially suitable for those with blood stasis who also experience chest tightness and shortness of breath. Taking 3-5 strands daily steeped in water can be combined with hawthorn slices to enhance Qi movement, but those with Yin deficiency and excess heat should pair it with Mai Dong (Ophiopogon japonicus) for balance.
Dietary Wisdom: Incorporating Three Colors into Meals to Transform Blood Stasis
Purple-skinned onions have a clearing effect comparable to a natural “vascular broom” and can be stir-fried with black fungus (Auricularia auricula) to enhance their purifying effect; fermented red yeast rice produces natural red yeast enzymes, which can be added to porridge to help dissolve turbid fats in the meridians. Remember to avoid consuming raw and cold fruits at night to prevent cold from worsening blood stasis.
The Meridian Flow Method: These Two Time Periods are Crucial
During the Si hour (9-11 AM), the Spleen meridian is active; using the palm to massage the abdomen in a clockwise direction for 108 times helps in the transformation of food essence. During the You hour (5-7 PM), the Kidney meridian is in charge; taking three black sesame balls with warm salt water nourishes Kidney Yin to assist blood circulation. Persisting for over a month can make one feel the Qi and blood flowing like a spring stream throughout the body.
Emotional Regulation is More Effective than Medicine: Anger Harms the Liver, Fear Harms the Kidneys
Clinical observations have found that prolonged anxiety can lead to liver Qi stagnation, creating a vicious cycle of Qi stagnation and blood stasis. It is recommended to practice the “Xu” sound from the Six Healing Sounds during the Shen hour (3-5 PM): standing with feet shoulder-width apart, placing both hands over the liver area, and slowly exhaling the “Xu” sound nine times can significantly relieve chest tightness.
Regulating blood stasis constitution requires persistence. If you experience cold hands and feet, bitter taste in the mouth upon waking, or varicose veins under the tongue, feel free to leave a message describing your specific situation. The wisdom of TCM, passed down for thousands of years, always has a key to unlock the “lock” of your Qi and blood circulation.
