Title: Why Do My Calfs Swell in the Afternoon?
The author of this article is Chai Xiaoyang, a practicing Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) physician (Practice License Number: поторописьпоторописьчто мы передаем информациючто мы передаем информациюпередача смысла0что мы передаем информациюимбирь и коричневый сахармягко). This article is written by Dr. Chai Xiaoyang 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.
Many people believe that the swelling of the calves in the afternoon is due to excessive water intake during the day or too much salt in the diet. They think that by drinking less water and eating less salt at night, the swelling will subside. However, this is not the case. If the problem were so simple, why do some people, even when they strictly control their water intake and maintain a light diet, still experience tightness and swelling in their calves in the evening, making it difficult to wear shoes? In clinical practice of TCM, the swelling of the calves in the afternoon is often related to other health issues.
Title: The Relationship Between Swelling and Health
In TCM, the swelling of the calves in the afternoon is often associated with kidney and spleen deficiencies. The kidney is responsible for fluid balance in the body, while the spleen is responsible for transforming and transporting nutrients. When these organs are not functioning properly, fluid may accumulate in the lower limbs, leading to swelling. Other factors that can contribute to this condition include poor blood circulation, liver Qi stagnation, and dampness retention.
Title: How to Address the Issue
To address the issue of calf swelling in the afternoon, TCM practitioners may recommend a combination of herbal medicine, dietary adjustments, and lifestyle changes. Herbal medicine can help to strengthen the kidney and spleen, improve blood circulation, and eliminate dampness. Dietary adjustments may include reducing salt intake, avoiding cold and raw foods, and increasing the consumption of foods that are beneficial for the kidney and spleen, such as millet, mung beans, and pork kidney. Lifestyle changes may include regular exercise, adequate rest, and stress management.