As life’s pace quickens and the pressure of living increases, men who have to work and support their families find themselves overstressed, leading to potential kidney issues such as insufficient kidney qi, making it hard for men to keep their heads up. Therefore, once any signs of trouble with the body are noticed and kidney problems arise, timely adjustment is necessary.
So how can one tell if their kidneys are having issues? Try these tests:
1. Frequently feeling drowsy and lacking energy.
2. Weak urine flow, easily dripping onto clothes or shoes.
3. Presence of excessive foamy urine that persists for a long time.
4. Oily hair and dandruff issues.
5. Hair loss and premature greying.
6. Dark vertical lines on nails and yellowing nails.
7. Sore and weak lower back, easily out of breath.
If you experience 2-3 symptoms, it indicates your kidneys are in a suboptimal state and require care.
Kidneys play a crucial role in men’s health, particularly in fertility. According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, the kidneys store essence and govern reproduction. If the kidneys are not in good condition, individuals will naturally suffer, but many tend to turn to medication, even becoming dependent on it. However, “medicine is three parts poison”; excessive medication can also harm the body. In fact, two simple actions can help nurture the kidneys. Performing these before sleep daily can yield positive effects, so why not give them a try?
1. Rubbing the inner sides of the calves
In Chinese medicine, the back of the calves corresponds to the bladder meridian, while the inner side relates to the kidney meridian. Bladder and kidneys are interrelated and equally essential. To nurture the kidneys, one should massage the inner sides of the calves.
Method: Rub the inner sides of the calves repeatedly with hands for about 5-10 minutes per foot until warmth is felt.
2. Massaging the soles of the feet
Our feet have a “bubbling spring” acupoint located in the front 1/3 of the sole, in the recess where the toes bend. According to Chinese medicine, massaging this acupoint on the soles can help tonify essence to nourish the kidneys, strengthen the body, prevent premature aging, relieve liver tension, improve eyesight, enhance sleep, and increase appetite. It is a very effective health-promoting practice.
Method: Use hands to press and massage the bubbling spring acupoint on the soles until warmth is felt, for about 5 minutes.
These two simple actions, done before sleep regularly, will bring unexpected benefits over time.
