Qi deficiency and Yang deficiency are common symptoms, manifested as dizziness, pale complexion, aversion to cold, etc. Traditional Chinese medicine regulation is one way to restore health. For those with Qi deficiency constitution, it is recommended to maintain health in the following ways:
1. Diet: Choose foods that invigorate the spleen and replenish Qi, such as yellow soybeans, chicken, longan, etc., and avoid consuming foods that deplete Qi. 2. Daily routine: Maintain regular daily routines, take proper naps in summer, pay attention to keeping warm, and avoid excessive fatigue. 3. Exercise: Engage in gentle exercises like walking, Tai Chi, avoid vigorous exercise, and self-massage the Zusanli acupoint. 4. Emotional management: Be socially active, maintain an optimistic attitude towards life.
Recommended diet therapy for Qi deficiency:
– Chicken soup: Stewed with lychee, longan, etc., can nourish Qi and essence. – Huangqi steamed quail: Steamed together with astragalus and quail, has a significant Qi nourishing effect.
Strategies for nurturing Yang deficiency constitution involve:
1. Dietary choices should avoid cold foods, select warm ingredients such as meat, walnuts, ginger, etc. 2. Comprehensive warmth preservation, especially for key areas like the waist and abdomen. 3. Moderate exercise, prefer mild aerobic exercises, to prevent overexertion.
Both Qi deficiency and Yang deficiency are concepts in traditional Chinese medicine, respectively indicating deficiency of original Qi and decline of Yang Qi resulting in functional decline, manifested as decreased physical strength, and susceptibility to coldness. Qi deficiency may involve multiple systems such as the lungs, heart, spleen, kidneys, etc.; while Yang deficiency is often accompanied by symptoms like aversion to cold, poor digestion, etc.
Understanding the different manifestations of Qi deficiency and Yang deficiency, such as fatigue and pale complexion for Qi deficiency, continuous aversion to cold for Yang deficiency, helps in timely identification and corresponding measures. If the above symptoms frequently occur in daily life, seek medical attention promptly to prevent worsening of the condition. Correct lifestyle habits and targeted diet therapy can greatly alleviate these symptoms.
