Overview and maintenance guide of Qi, blood and body fluids

Qi, blood, and body fluids are the three basic substances that maintain human life activities in traditional Chinese medicine theory.angryIt is the source of power and promotes blood circulation and organ function;bloodResponsible for nutrient delivery;body fluidIt moistens tissues and regulates the balance of yin and yang. Nursing care needs to start from four aspects: diet, work and rest, emotions, and exercise, such as astragalus to nourish qi, red dates to nourish blood, and tremella to promote fluid. This article will elaborate on the concepts from concept analysis to specific maintenance methods, focusing on practical solutions such as food supplements and acupoint health care.

1. Analysis of the physiological functions of Qi, blood and body fluids

Qi manifests in the human body in different forms such as Yuan Qi, Zong Qi, and Ying Qi. As the "Huangdi Neijing" says, "righteous Qi exists within the body, and evil cannot be eliminated." Blood is transformed from water and grain essence, and modern research shows that it contains hemoglobin, immune cells and other components. Body fluids include saliva, sweat and other body fluids. Research from Beijing University of Chinese Medicine points out that adults need to consume 2000ml of water every day to maintain body fluid balance. The three are closely related. For example, qi stagnation can lead to blood stasis, and body fluid deficiency can cause yin deficiency and fire excess.

2. Common imbalance symptoms and diagnostic points

Qi deficiency often results in fatigue and laziness, blood deficiency often results in pale complexion, and insufficient body fluid results in dry mouth and tongue. When making a diagnosis, traditional Chinese medicine will observe the tongue (for example, a pale tongue indicates blood deficiency) and pulse (a thin pulse indicates insufficient yin blood). Statistics from the China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences show that about 65% of urban people have varying degrees of qi and blood disorders, of which 78% are people who stay up late for a long time. Symptoms such as low menstrual flow (blood deficiency) and persistent spontaneous sweating (qi deficiency that is not solid) can be seen in typical cases.

3. System maintenance plan and implementation suggestions

Food supplement recommendations:

Type	Ingredients	Efficacy
Supplement Qi	Yams, Japonica rice	Strengthen the spleen and lungs
nourish blood	Pork liver, black sesame seeds	Nourishes liver blood
Shengjin	Pears, reed roots	Clear heat and moisturize

Combined with massaging acupuncture points such as Zusanli (replenishing Qi) and Sanyinjiao (regulating blood), press for 3-5 minutes every day. Deng Tietao, a master of traditional Chinese medicine, recommends the principle of "three-part treatment and seven-part nourishment", especially chronic conditioning that needs to be maintained for more than 3 months.

4. Modern product assistance and precautions

Approved by the Food and Drug AdministrationCompound donkey hide gelatin paste(Don'e donkey-hide gelatin),Shengmai Yin(Tongrentang) and other Chinese patent medicines can assist in conditioning. However, please note: ① Pregnant women should use blood-activating drugs with caution; ② People with diabetes should choose sugar-free dosage forms; ③ Syndrome needs to be differentiated before taking. According to data from the China Health Products Association, the market size of Qi and blood products will reach 12 billion yuan in 2022, but only 30% will be sold through formal channels. It is recommended to choose products marked with "Blue Hat" certification.

Summary and special tips

Regulating qi, blood and body fluids is a systematic project, and three major misunderstandings need to be avoided: ① over-reliance on tonics; ② neglecting emotional regulation; ③ pursuing quick results. It is recommended to drink millet porridge in the morning to nourish stomach qi, take a nap at noon to nourish heart blood, and soak your feet in the evening to promote circulation. If serious symptoms such as dizziness or dizziness persist, seek medical attention promptly. The health-preserving classic "Essentials of Diet and Diet" emphasizes "adjustment of the four seasons, balance of yin and yang", and only by combining modern lifestyle can we treat both the symptoms and the root causes.

Quote sources:
1. "Huangdi Neijing" Suwen Chapter (Warring States Period)
2. China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences’ National Health Survey Report (2021)
3. Deng Tietao's "Health Preservation of Traditional Chinese Medicine" (Guangdong Science and Technology Press)
4. Product catalog approved by the State Food and Drug Administration (2023 version)
5. Beijing University of Chinese Medicine "Research on Body Fluid Metabolism" ("Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine" Issue 3, 2022)