Those feeling down or stressed can try "Five-Flower Tea," made with rosebuds, roses, and green plum blossoms—all excellent choices. If you don't have diabetes, you can add some rock sugar. Rosebuds "soothe the liver and relieve depression," while roses not only soothe the liver but also invigorate blood circulation and harmonize qi and blood. For poor sleep caused by liver stagnation, brew some mimosa flowers into tea.Additionally, these individuals should actively engage with nature—hiking, making friends, singing, dancing—to regulate their temperament and mood. 2. For Spleen Deficiency: Yam and Lotus Seed Porridge Beyond balanced nutrition, certain medicinal dishes can be incorporated.Yam and lotus seed porridge is recommended; those with blood deficiency may add red dates and longan. Donkey-hide gelatin is a renowned blood-nourishing herb, but excessive use can burden spleen-stomach function and suppress appetite. Generally, ordinary medicinal dishes suffice; those with severe anemia may use small amounts of donkey-hide gelatin. Steam it with dates—the gelatin melts into the dates upon heating, improving texture.
3. Poor Complexion and Weight Gain: Eat Job's Tears
This condition stems from spleen deficiency with dampness, leading to weight gain accompanied by a sallow complexion and possible dark circles under the eyes. Individuals with these symptoms should increase their intake of Job's tears, which strengthen the spleen, dispel dampness, and clear heat. Additionally, foods like yam and lotus seeds, winter melon, and radish are beneficial.
4. Kidney deficiency calls for "black" foods
Traditional Chinese medicine associates black with the kidneys, making black sesame seeds, black beans, and black rice excellent kidney tonics. Black sesame seeds are particularly effective for nourishing the kidneys and promoting hair health. Walnuts are also a good choice.
Massage 3 acupoints to boost circulation and detoxify
1.Massage the Dadu Point to Detoxify the Liver
Sit upright with knees bent, feet bare. Use your left thumb to press the Dadu point on your right foot (located on the outer side of the big toe's terminal phalanx, 0.1 cun from the corner of the toenail). Press in a counterclockwise direction 15 times, then clockwise 15 times. Repeat the same technique on the left foot using your right hand.
2. Massage the Tai Chong Point to Detoxify the Liver
Sit upright with knees bent. Use your left thumb to press the Tai Chong point (on the top of the foot, in the depression anterior to the junction of the first and second metatarsal bones). Press along the bone gap and slide back and forth 20 times. Then use your left hand to press the right foot's Tai Chong point using the same technique.Apply gentle pressure during kneading until a mild sensation of soreness and fullness is felt.
3. Tap the Top of the Foot to Detoxify the Liver
Sit upright with knees bent. Using your fingers together, tap along the liver meridian pathway on the top of the foot. Perform once daily for 5-10 minutes.