Title: The Truth About Frequent Urination
The author of this article is Fan Li, an assistant physician of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) (Practice License Number: застрялпоторописьсемья открываетв результате образования узлачто мы передаем информацию00пять-шестьимбирь и коричневый сахаризменение цвета). This article is written by Dr. Fan Li and is based on classical TCM theories and clinical experience, intended for popular science reference only. The qualifications can be publicly verified on the official website of the National Health Commission of China.
The classical TCM text "Su Wen · Bi Lie Lun" states: "When water is ingested into the stomach, it circulates and nourishes the essence, ascending to the spleen, where the spleen disperses the essence, ascending back to the lung, regulating the waterways, and finally descending to the bladder." This describes the complete metabolic path of body fluids within the human body. However, in the modern population, about one-third of people have experienced the embarrassing situation of needing to urinate immediately after drinking water. This phenomenon is often associated with various health issues.
Title: TCM Perspective on Frequent Urination
In TCM, frequent urination is often related to kidney and urinary bladder function. The kidney is the root of life in TCM, responsible for storing essence and governing water. If the kidney is deficient, it can lead to frequent urination. Additionally, the spleen plays a crucial role in regulating water metabolism. If the spleen is weak, it may fail to transport water properly, resulting in frequent urination.
Title: TCM Treatment and Health Preservation
To address frequent urination, TCM emphasizes the importance of both treatment and health preservation. Treatment may involve herbal medicine, acupuncture, and dietary adjustments. Herbal medicine can help strengthen the kidney and spleen, regulate water metabolism, and alleviate symptoms of frequent urination. Acupuncture can stimulate specific points to enhance kidney and spleen function. Dietary adjustments include avoiding cold and raw foods, and consuming more kidney-nourishing foods such as black beans, goji berries, and walnuts.
In conclusion, frequent urination can be a sign of kidney and spleen deficiency in TCM. By understanding the underlying causes and adopting appropriate treatment and health preservation measures, individuals can effectively manage this condition.