Do You Have A Phlegm-damp Constitution That Makes You Prone To Obesity And Lack Of Energy? 3 Tips To Teach You How To Treat The Root Of The Disease Without Repeating It
The spleen and lungs cooperate to reveal the ins and outs of "phlegm-dampness"
Within the scope of the classic theory of traditional Chinese medicine, there is such a sentence, which extremely accurately summarizes the root cause of phlegm-dampness, that is: "The spleen is the source of phlegm, and the lungs are the organ that stores phlegm." The spleen in our human body is like the "moisture transporter" inside the body. Its responsibility is to metabolize and transport water. Once the spleen is weak, the strength required for "carrying" becomes insufficient, and the water cannot be metabolized, and it will stagnate and condense, eventually turning into sticky phlegm. This phlegm and dampness stays in the throat, which means endless phlegm that can be coughed up. It accumulates in the abdomen and turns into soft "swimming rings" that penetrate into the limbs and make people feel heavy, tired and weak.
Distinguish the types and choose phlegm-reducing patent medicines according to the symptoms.
Phlegm-dampness in the human body does not accumulate easily in just one day. When regulating phlegm-dampness, you must not act recklessly or blindly. Instead, you should choose appropriate Chinese patent medicines based on the different accompanying symptoms. Presented below are the distinctions between several common types and reference content on medication:
If your belly is soft and fat, and you are inactive and feel tired whenever you move, and there are no obvious signs of being afraid of the cold or getting angry, this is a simple phlegm-dampness blockage in the body. The Erchen Pill is the basic choice. It is like a "clearing water" operation for the body. It uses ingredients such as pinellia, tangerine peel, and poria to slowly scrape away excess phlegm and dampness. However, it should be noted that if the tongue coating is yellow and greasy (showing a condition of dampness and heat) or the throat is dry and itchy (a symptom of dryness), then this drug is not suitable for use.
<strong>Spleen deficiency and phlegm-dampness type: Phlegm-dampness in many people is caused by "weak spleen". If, in addition to phlegm and dampness, you also experience abdominal bloating after eating some cold or greasy food, feel weak, speak weakly, and have obvious tooth marks on the edge of your tongue, this indicates <strong>spleen and stomach qi deficiency. . At this time, it is not enough to just clear the phlegm, you also need to replenish the temper. Liuwei Dihuang Wan adds Codonopsis pilosula and Atractylodes macrocephala to the Erchen decoction. On the one hand, it can remove the existing phlegm, and on the other hand, it can block the growth of phlegm and dampness from the source. It is very suitable for the phlegm and dampness condition of spleen deficiency type.
If the phlegm-dampness "heats up" and the phlegm becomes yellow and sticky, you cannot cough it out, the urine is yellow, the stool sticks to the toilet and cannot be flushed, and the tongue coating is yellow and greasy, this is a combination of "phlegm-dampness and dampness-heat". At this time, if you use warm and dry Erchen Pills, the heat symptoms will be aggravated. It is more suitable to use Ganlu Disinfection Pills, which can clear away dampness and heat and facilitate urination, and is particularly suitable for the "damp and angry" situation in summer. However, people with spleen and stomach deficiency and pregnant women should use it with caution.
Qi stagnation type of phlegm-damp condition: Phlegm-dampness can easily cause the circulation of "qi" to be blocked. If you have extremely bloated stomach, especially after meals, accompanied by symptoms of chest tightness and suffocation, and white and greasy tongue coating, this is a symptom of "phlegm-dampness combined with qi stagnation". It is necessary to clear the Qi first so that the phlegm and dampness can be discharged. Muxiang Shunqi Pills are composed of Koxiang and Amomum villosum as core components. It can regulate qi and relieve stagnation, and can quickly relieve the symptoms of abdominal distension and chest tightness. However, it is not suitable for people with yin deficiency and excessive fire (shown as dry mouth, hot hands and feet).
The situation of "Yang deficiency and phlegm-dampness" is that if you have a lot of phlegm and are particularly sensitive to cold, you will have diarrhea as long as you eat something cold. The phlegm is as clear and thin as water, your tongue is pale white, and your stomach is cold to the touch. This is "phlegm-dampness and yang deficiency". The body is like "accumulating water but no heating", and it needs to be "roasted" by using Yang warming medicine. "Fuzi Lizhong Pills" uses Aconite as the core ingredient. It has the effect of warming yang and dispersing cold. When yang qi is sufficient, it can "roast" cold phlegm and dampness and excrete it from the body. However, if there are symptoms of internal heat, it must not be used.
Use acupuncture points skillfully to open the "natural outlet" for phlegm and dampness
In addition to medication, our body has its own "phlegm-reducing switch". Massaging or moxibustion on the following two acupoints every day can effectively assist in removing dampness and reducing phlegm. When paired with oral medications, it has a superimposed effect.
1. Fenglong point (the universal point for resolving phlegm): It is located on the outside of the calf, at the midpoint of the line connecting the outer knee eye and the outer malleolus tip. Traditional Chinese medicine mentions that "Fenglong eliminates phlegm and dampness, regardless of cold or heat." Whether you cough up white and thin phlegm or yellow and thick phlegm, use the pads of your thumbs to massage for 3 to 5 minutes every day. If the soreness and swelling are moderate, it can help "dissolve" the phlegm and dampness.
Yinlingquan point, also known as the so-called spleen-strengthening and dampness-removing point, is located on the inner side of the calf, in the depression behind and below the medial condyle of the tibia. It is a key point in the spleen meridian for removing dampness. Pressing it seems to give the spleen a precise operation like winding up clockwork. Massage and massage at the same time every day can promote the spleen's transport capacity to develop in a stronger direction. In this way, water and dampness will be reduced, and phlegm and dampness will naturally decrease. If the condition of spleen deficiency is more obvious, such as loose stools and tooth marks on the tongue, use a hot water bottle for hot compress after pressing, so that the effect of removing dampness will be more thorough.
Adjust your living habits to eliminate "phlegm-dampness" from the source
Now, if you still use bad living habits to "create" phlegm and dampness while using drugs and pressing acupuncture points, all the conditioning will be in vain. The two steps of medication and acupuncture are the fundamental basis for regulating phlegm and dampness.
In terms of daily diet, you should eat more vegetables with dehumidifying properties and stay away from foods that promote moisture. You can usually eat more foods that can help strengthen the spleen and remove dampness, such as boiling fried barley and red beans in water as a substitute for tea, or boiling winter melon in water without adding sugar. At the same time, be sure to eat less of three types of foods that can promote moisture. First, drinks with a refreshing taste and chilled fruits can directly damage the yang energy of the spleen, causing the metabolism of water and moisture to slow down. Secondly, there are sweet cakes and milk tea. Third, there are greasy barbecue foods and fried foods.
Pay attention to scientific exercise, because movement will generate Yang Qi, and sufficient Yang Qi can dissolve moisture. Half an hour after dinner every day, go for a slow walk or walk for about 30 minutes. The speed should be kept at a pace where you can talk but don't breathe. Doing so can promote better circulation of qi and blood, thereby helping the spleen to transport water and dampness. Avoid sitting still for a long time, as that is an environment where phlegm and dampness can easily breed. After exercise, remember to drink warm boiled water instead of iced drinks, otherwise the moisture that has just been discharged will be blocked back by the iced drinks.
The key to regulating phlegm-damp constitution is to use three methods at the same time: "selecting drugs according to the disease, using acupuncture points to assist, and adjusting one's own habits." First, we need to select the correct and suitable Chinese patent medicine based on the condition of the tongue coating and the symptoms; then we need to press and rub the Fenglong and Yinlingquan points continuously every day; finally, we need to develop healthy eating habits and exercise habits. Phlegm and dampness are produced through gradual accumulation, and it will also take 1 to 2 months for the effects to show after conditioning. As long as you find the correct method and continue to stick to it, you will significantly feel that the amount of phlegm is reduced, your body is lighter, your abdomen is no longer full, and your overall mental state will be completely changed, showing a brand new look.
