Health care guide for qi stagnation and constitution: Soothe the liver and relieve stagnation, harmonize the body and mind

Qi stagnation constitution is mostly caused by long-term moodiness and stagnation of liver qi, which manifests as depression, chest tightness and hypochondriac pain, insomnia and dreaminess, etc. Health maintenance requiresSoothes the liver, regulates qi, and regulates emotionsAs the core, it combines various aspects of conditioning such as diet, exercise, and daily life. The main contents include:Emotional management(such as meditation, talking),dietary advice(Eat more qi-promoting foods such as tangerine peel and roses),Exercise recommendations(Yoga, walking and other soothing exercises) andacupressure(Taichong, Hegu points). The following explains the specific methods.

Emotional conditioning: the key to soothing the liver and relieving depression

People with Qi depression constitution are prone to emotional distress. It is recommended to passTalk, write diaryRelease stress in other ways and avoid overthinking when alone. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that "the liver likes to be healthy", you can try itMeditate, listen to soft musicTo soothe your mood. Ye Tianshi, a famous doctor in the Qing Dynasty, mentioned in the "Clinical Guidelines and Medical Records" that "the symptoms of depression all depend on the patient's ability to empathize with others", emphasizing the importance of mentality adjustment. Daily drinkablerose tea(such as produced by Beijing Tongrentang), it is warm in nature and sweet in taste, which helps soothe the liver and stomach.

Dietary preparation: Selection of food ingredients that promote qi and blood circulation

Good food choicesSpicy aroma promotes qiFoods such as tangerine peel, bergamot, fennel, etc. Avoid greasy and cold drinks. RecommendedTangerine peel porridge(Xinhui tangerine peel is better) orCandied kumquats(Produced in Fujian), this type of food can relieve bloating and belching. Modern research shows thatcitrus essential oil(For example, bergamot essential oil produced by a factory in Zhongshan, Guangdong) contains limonene, which can help relieve anxiety. Note: People with qi stagnation turning into fire (such as bitter mouth, irritability) need to usechrysanthemum, gardeniaWait for hot ingredients.

Exercise and acupoint massage: Promote Qi and blood circulation

Exercise should beSoothing, aerobicMainly, traditional exercises such as Tai Chi and Baduanjin, or walking for 30 minutes every day. focus massageTaichong point(Between the first and second metatarsals on the dorsum of the foot) andHegu point(at the tiger's mouth on the back of the hand), press for 3-5 minutes each time to relieve chest tightness. "Acupuncture Dacheng" of the Ming Dynasty records that Taichong is the "original point of the liver meridian", and regular pressure can soothe the liver and regulate qi. cooperateAromatherapy(Such as lavender essential oil, produced in Provence, France) has better effects.

Comprehensive conditioning: long-term persistence will produce results

Health needs of qi stagnation constitutionstep by step, in the short term, symptoms can be relieved with diet and massage, but in the long term, an optimistic attitude needs to be cultivated. Avoid staying up late (go to bed before 23:00) and soak your feet before going to bed (preferably with mugwort) to help you sleep. If the symptoms are severe, you can consult a Chinese medicine practitioner to prescribeXiaoyaosan(from "Taiping Huimin Heji Bureau Prescription") and other prescriptions. Remember: emotions are the "switch" of health, and active adjustment can break the cycle of qi depression.

Quote sources:

1. Discussion on emotions and liver qi in "Huangdi Neijing·Suwen"
2. Depressed Syndrome Chapter of "Clinical Guidelines and Medical Records" by Ye Tianshi in the Qing Dynasty
3. Modern research: "Classification and Determination of Constitution of Traditional Chinese Medicine" by China Traditional Chinese Medicine Press
4. Product examples: Beijing Tongrentang rose tea, Fujian kumquat preserves (the origin is marked as public information)