Love iced drinks and mala? Your spleen might not watch out for spleen qi deficiency.
Love iced drinks and mala? Your spleen might not watch out for spleen qi deficiency.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the spleen and stomach are the foundation of postnatal health, responsible for digestion, nutrient absorption, and qi and blood generation. When they weaken, the whole body suffers.
Common signs of spleen & stomach deficiency:
• Persistent stomach discomfort or dull pain (especially better with warmth)
• Bloating, loss of appetite, or indigestion
• Loose stools or diarrhea
• Cold hands and feet, tiredness, fear of cold
Why it happens:
Modern habits like skipping meals, eating raw or cold foods, or living in air conditioned environments disrupt the spleen’s yang qi. Over time, this weakens the digestive system and even lowers immunity.
TCM Advice for Daily Care:
Diet Adjustments:
Avoid raw, cold, greasy, or spicy foods. Reduce cold natured items like fruits, milk, green tea, and seafood. Instead, choose warm, easy to digest foods such as yam, red dates, coix seed, and millet porridge.
Keep Warm:
Always protect your belly and feet from the cold. Use warm packs or drink ginger tea during chilly weather to protect yang qi.
Gentle Exercise:
Activities like walking or Tai Chi can stimulate qi flow and aid digestion. Avoid intense workouts that exhaust energy.
TCM Therapies:
Under the guidance of a practitioner, consider acupuncture, moxibustion, or herbal prescriptions to warm the middle, boost spleen function, and restore balance.
A weak spleen does not have to be a lifelong issue. With the right care, warm foods, rest, and targeted TCM support, you can rebuild your digestive strength from the inside out.