Insufficient Qi and Blood, a concept in traditional Chinese medicine, is often mentioned but few can fully explain its meaning. In fact, it is related to deficiency in Qi and Blood, which may lead to a decline in bodily functions and accelerate the aging process. Qi deficiency signifies a decrease in the body’s resistance, originating from the decline of organ functions.
People with insufficient Qi and Blood tend to have a weak constitution, showing symptoms such as aversion to cold, easy sweating, dizziness, fatigue, rapid heartbeat, and more. Women may have pale or yellowish complexion, dry hair, brittle nails, numbness in hands and feet, insomnia, memory loss, and emotional instability.
Such individuals often feel less energetic, easily dizzy, and in general poor health. Traditional Chinese medicine has proposed some strategies for nourishing Qi and Blood weakness:
1. Strengthen the Spleen and Stomach: As the foundation for the generation of Qi and Blood, the Spleen and Stomach require attention. Daily diet can include foods like Chinese yam, pumpkin, lotus seeds, mung beans, barley, etc., to promote the health of the Spleen and Stomach. 2. Liver Protection: The liver stores blood and regulates the circulation of Qi and Blood; good liver function is crucial for harmonizing Qi and Blood. Maintaining a calm mindset, avoiding anger, ensuring sufficient sleep are all ways to nourish the liver. 3. Keep Warm and Avoid Cold: Cold temperatures can lead to blood stasis, affecting the generation of Qi and Blood. In the changing seasons, it’s important to keep warm, avoid cold exposure, and adopt gentle habits like soaking feet in warm water, regular massages, which are beneficial for maintaining smooth Qi and Blood circulation. 4. Exercise Regularly: Exercise not only gives a rosy complexion but also promotes the transformation of nutrients into Qi and Blood by the Spleen and Stomach, and clears the meridians, enhancing the vitality of Qi and Blood. Therefore, maintaining a regular exercise routine is indispensable.
Blood, as a crucial carrier for maintaining life activities, bears the responsibility of nourishing the whole body. Ensuring sufficient Qi and Blood is of great significance for overall health maintenance and should be a focus in daily life.
