Author: Chen Yan
TCM Practitioner (Practice License Number: 241330108000021) This article is written by Dr. Chen Yan, based on classical TCM theories and clinical experience, and is intended for general knowledge and educational purposes only. The practice qualifications can be verified on the official website of the National Health Commission of China.
Why Do You Feel More Deficient After Taking Supplements?
Have you ever been troubled by the situation where you eat less but still find your weight not decreasing, or even gaining, even when drinking cold water? This inevitably raises the question: why do you feel more deficient after taking supplements? In fact, there is a complex set of body codes behind this.
The Relationship Between Constitution and Body Shape
In TCM theory, body shape is closely related to constitution. TCM divides constitutions into nine types, among which people with "Phlegm-Damp Constitution" and "Qi-Deficient Constitution" are more prone to the situation of "gaining weight even by drinking cold water and not losing weight when eating less."
Phlegm-Damp Constitution: Obstructed by Dampness, Impaired Fluid Metabolism
People with Phlegm-Damp Constitution have a heavier dampness in their bodies, leading to impaired fluid metabolism, thus causing symptoms such as edema and obesity. As stated in the Yellow Emperor's Inner Canon, "When dampness prevails, there is loose diarrhea, and in severe cases, water retention and swelling."
Qi-Deficient Constitution: Impaired Qi Flow, Slow Metabolism
People with Qi-Deficient Constitution have an impaired flow of Qi, leading to slow metabolism, which in turn causes symptoms such as lack of appetite, fatigue, and obesity. As stated in the Yellow Emperor's Inner Canon, "When Qi is insufficient, it fails to warm the muscles, protect the exterior, and maintain the middle Qi, leading to coldness originating from within."
TCM Regulation: Unblocking Channels, Harmonizing Qi and Blood
For Phlegm-Damp Constitution and Qi-Deficient Constitution, TCM regulation mainly focuses on unblocking channels and harmonizing Qi and blood.
Question 1: How to Determine Which Constitution You Have?
Firstly, observe your body shape, complexion, and mental state. People with Phlegm-Damp Constitution tend to have a rounder body shape, dull complexion, and poor mental state; people with Qi-Deficient Constitution tend to have a thinner body shape, pale complexion, and tired mental state.
Deep Analysis: TCM Constitution Identification
TCM constitution identification requires a comprehensive judgment through the four diagnostic methods of observation, hearing, inquiry, and pulse-taking, conducted by a licensed TCM practitioner.
Question 2: What Methods Are There for TCM Regulation?
TCM regulation methods include herbal medicine, acupuncture, massage, and dietary therapy.
Deep Analysis: Herbal Medicine Regulation
Herbal medicine regulation requires a prescription issued by a licensed TCM practitioner based on specific constitution and condition.
Question 3: How to Regulate with Diet?
In terms of dietary therapy, people with Phlegm-Damp Constitution should eat light, diuretic foods such as Job's tears and red beans; people with Qi-Deficient Constitution should eat Qi-tonifying and spleen-nourishing foods such as yam and jujube.
Core Answer: TCM Regulation Requires Syndrome Differentiation and Treatment
TCM regulation requires syndrome differentiation and treatment, adopting different regulation methods for different constitutions and conditions.
Integration: Pay Attention to Lifestyle, Prevent Obesity
In addition to TCM regulation, paying attention to lifestyle is also crucial for preventing obesity. Maintaining good rest, moderate exercise, and balanced diet are all helpful to improve constitution and prevent obesity.
Have you ever thought that obesity may not just be a weight issue? It might be a reminder from your body that you need to pay attention to your constitution and health status. Under the guidance of TCM, finding the suitable regulation method can help you have a healthy body from the inside out.
Related Knowledge and Questions
Why Do You Feel More Deficient After Taking Supplements? What Are the Causes? TCM believes that feeling more deficient after taking supplements requires an overall syndrome differentiation, combined with a comprehensive judgment based on the four diagnostic methods of observation, hearing, inquiry, and pulse-taking, and a comprehensive judgment based on individual constitution characteristics. It cannot be generalized. The specific needs to be determined by a licensed TCM practitioner after a face-to-face consultation.
How Long Is the Regulation Cycle for the Relationship Between Constitution and Body Shape? The regulation cycle varies from person to person, related to individual constitution, basic health status, and the degree of coordination with lifestyle factors. TCM emphasizes gradual progress, and the specific cycle needs to be assessed by a licensed TCM practitioner after a face-to-face consultation based on individual circumstances. This material does not provide specific cycle commitments.
What Should People with Phlegm-Damp Constitution Pay Attention to in Daily Life? In terms of daily care, it is recommended to maintain regular rest, balanced diet, moderate exercise, and stable emotions. Specific precautions should be adjusted flexibly according to individual constitution and seasonal changes, and targeted advice can be obtained by consulting a licensed TCM practitioner.
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