Phlegm-dampness constitution, as a common health condition, is reflected in various discomforts and susceptibility to diseases in the body. Its specific manifestations include:
In terms of body shape and complexion, these individuals typically have a plump body, soft and bloated abdomen, easy swelling of limbs, greasy skin, dull and lackluster complexion, slightly swollen eyelids, frequent fatigue, and insufficient blood color.
The tongue features a relatively large tongue body, smooth tongue surface, white or sweet greasy tongue coating, and tooth marks visible on the edges.
In terms of sensory perception and lifestyle habits, they may experience sticky mouth, pale lip color, less dry mouth, more sweating with cool sweat, frequently feel heavy and joint pain, even tinnitus, increased risk of hearing loss with age. In addition, individuals of this constitution prefer quietness, sleepiness, feeling of heaviness in the body, like warm environment, relatively comfortable in summer but find it hard to adapt in winter.
Regarding urination and defecation, frequent bowel movements, loose stool, especially urgent defecation in the morning, abundant and clear urine.
Emotion and sleep quality are also affected, leading to fatigue, cold hands and feet, chest tightness, phlegm, drowsiness, along with gastrointestinal discomfort.
Pulse characteristics are slippery.
For regulating the phlegm-dampness constitution, attention should be paid to the following aspects:
– Chinese medicine regulation: adjusting the functions of the lungs, spleen, and kidneys, using prescriptions such as Er Chen Tang, Liu Jun Zi Tang, or Jin Kui Shen Qi Wan. – Acupuncture and scraping: using traditional Chinese medical techniques like electroacupuncture, scraping, tailored to individual constitution differences for treatment. – Environmental adjustments: avoiding damp environments, keeping warm on rainy days, preventing moisture intrusion. – Dietary adjustments: reducing intake of high-fat, high-sugar foods, avoiding excessive alcohol consumption, consuming foods that are beneficial for spleen health and dampness, such as radish, water chestnut, coix seed, etc. – Exercise: maintaining moderate exercise such as walking, jogging, swimming, helps improve constitution, enhance muscle firmness, combined with qigong practice is even more beneficial.
By implementing the comprehensive regulation measures mentioned above, it helps improve the phlegm-dampness constitution and enhance the quality of life.
