Many people have a cold constitution, especially among women. When winter arrives and the weather turns cold, a chill can cause discomfort in the stomach. Drinking a little warm water can alleviate this, which in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is referred to as Pi Wei Xu Han (Spleen and Stomach Yang Deficiency). What is Spleen … Read more
From Head to Toe Health Preservation Editor’s Note: The saying goes, “There is a method to eating,” which means that there is a proper way to consume food. Do you know what foods are most beneficial for the brain, heart, liver, spleen, lungs, kidneys, stomach, and hair?This comprehensive food map for the whole body must … Read more
1. Dietary Adjustments for Balancing Cold and Heat in the Body If symptoms of both cold and heat appear simultaneously, it indicates a complex constitution of mixed cold and heat. Therefore, it is advisable to avoid excessive consumption of cold and dry foods. Overeating cold foods can harm Yang Qi, while excessive intake of hot … Read more
In daily life, we often encounter situations where some people with a cold constitution experience stomach pain and diarrhea after consuming cold foods; while others with a hot constitution develop mouth sores and constipation after eating too many spicy and dry foods. Additionally, some individuals may catch a cold and self-medicate with various Chinese patent … Read more