Many people wake up in the morning feeling bitter in their mouths, but behind this phenomenon, there are actually various possible reasons. According to traditional Chinese medicine, the bitterness in the mouth in the morning is often related to dampness and heat in the liver and gallbladder, often accompanied by symptoms such as dry mouth, tongue dryness, pain and swelling in the flanks, and yellowish urine. In such cases, taking Chinese medicine such as Plantain Herb and Coin Grass can help clear heat, promote dampness, soothe the liver, and promote bile secretion, often bringing quick relief.
The fast-paced life and work pressure in modern society have caused many people to be under high stress for a long time. Irregular daily routines, lack of exercise, among other factors, may lead to the occurrence of mouth bitterness. Additionally, habits like excessive smoking, alcohol consumption, snoring, or sleeping with the mouth open can also cause dryness and bitterness in the mouth. It is especially important to note that mental tension, emotional fluctuations such as anxiety, and fear, often play a significant role in psychogenic mouth bitterness, which is usually associated with other functional gastrointestinal diseases.
In addition to the above factors, mouth bitterness may also be related to one’s physical health, such as poor gallbladder function, gastrointestinal digestion issues, acute inflammation (especially liver and gallbladder diseases), oral diseases, hormonal imbalance, and more. Therefore, persistent symptoms of mouth bitterness should not be ignored as they could be a warning sign from the body about health issues.
When it comes to alleviating mouth bitterness, apart from medical intervention based on specific causes, adjusting lifestyle habits is equally important. Maintaining a balanced diet, reducing intake of spicy and irritating foods, increasing the intake of fruits and vegetables; regular exercise to promote digestion; ensuring an adequate amount of sleep, reducing mental stress, are all effective methods. In addition, utilizing some natural therapies such as foot soaking, drinking specific herbal teas, supplementing with vitamin C, chewing green tea, are also believed to help alleviate mouth bitterness.
In conclusion, when facing morning mouth bitterness, identifying the root cause and taking corresponding measures are crucial. At the same time, maintaining good lifestyle habits, promoting physical and mental balance, have a positive impact on preventing and improving the occurrence of mouth bitterness.
