In the vast treasure house of traditional Chinese medicine wisdom, the word qi and blood are like bright stars, leading countless people who pursue health and longevity. They are not only the material basis of life activities, but also the key to maintaining human body functions, promoting metabolism, and resisting the invasion of external evils. When we talk about the secret of longevity, abundant qi and blood are often seen as indispensable. So, what exactly is qi and blood? How do they affect our health and longevity? And how can you tell if your own qi and blood are full? Today, let's unveil the mystery of qi and blood and explore the way to longevity hidden in ancient wisdom.
Qi and blood, the core concept of this pair of TCM theories, carry the vitality and hope of life. Qi, invisible and endless, is the fundamental driving force to promote the function of human organs and maintain life activities; Blood, which is tangible and nourishes the whole body, is an important substance that constitutes the human body, nourishes the meridians of the internal organs, and maintains life activities. Qi and blood are interdependent and fundamental to each other, and together constitute the cornerstone of human life activities. As the ancients said: "Qi is the handsome of blood, and blood is the mother of qi." The two are interdependent and mutually reinforcing, and together they maintain the balance and harmony of yin and yang in the human body.
However, in the fast-paced life of modern society, people often suffer from a lack of qi and blood due to high work pressure, irregular diet, lack of exercise, etc., which in turn leads to a series of health problems. Therefore, understanding and judging one's own qi and blood status is of vital significance for preventing diseases, maintaining health, and prolonging life.
The lack of qi and blood depends on these places
1. The face is like a peach blossom, the mirror of qi and blood
The face, as one of the most abundant parts of the human body, can often directly reflect the prosperity and decline of qi and blood. People with sufficient qi and blood have ruddy and shiny faces, like peach blossoms blooming in spring, full of vitality and brilliance of life. On the contrary, if there is a lack of qi and blood, the face will be pale and unpretentious, and even signs of premature aging such as spots and wrinkles will appear. Therefore, observing the color and radiance of the face is a simple and effective way to determine the condition of qi and blood.
2. The spirit is strong, the soul of blood and qi
Qi and blood not only nourish the body, but also nourish the mind. People with sufficient energy and blood are full of energy, quick thinking, emotional stability, and full of positive energy. They are often able to face the challenges and difficulties in life positively and maintain an optimistic attitude. On the other hand, people who are deficient in qi and blood often feel tired, sluggish, depressed and irritable. This kind of spiritual change is the reflection of the state of qi and blood on the spiritual level.
3. Sleep at night, breath and blood
A good night's sleep is one of the important signs of having enough qi and blood. People with sufficient qi and blood sleep peacefully and deeply at night, and are not easy to wake up and dream. They are able to sleep well and rejuvenate, waking up refreshed and energized. People with insufficient qi and blood often can't sleep at night or sleep shallowly, waking up easily and dreaming a lot. This not only affects their sleep quality and mental state, but also further aggravates the deficiency of qi and blood.
4. The limbs are warm and powerful, and the qi and blood are smooth
The limbs are the terminal parts of the human body's qi and blood, and their temperature and strength can often reflect the circulation of qi and blood. People with sufficient qi and blood have warm and powerful limbs and can move freely; People who lack qi and blood often feel cold and weak in their hands and feet. This is because the lack of qi and blood causes the qi and blood to be unable to be smoothly transported to the ends of the limbs. Therefore, by observing the temperature and strength of the limbs, we can preliminarily judge the condition of our own qi and blood.
5. Hair and nails, the splendor of qi and blood
Hair and nails are one of the external manifestations of the body's qi and blood, and their gloss and texture can also reflect the prosperity and decline of qi and blood. People with sufficient qi and blood have dark and thick and shiny hair, ruddy and tough nails, which are not easy to break; People with insufficient qi and blood often have dry and split ends that are easy to fall out, and their nails are pale and dull and easy to break. This is because sufficient qi and blood can nourish hair roots and nail beds, promote hair growth and nail health; Lack of qi and blood can not provide adequate nutritional support, resulting in hair and nails losing their luster and toughness.
To sum up, by observing the color and gloss of the face, mental state, sleep quality, temperature and strength of the limbs, and the gloss and texture of the hair and nails, we can preliminarily judge the condition of our own qi and blood. Of course, these methods are for reference only and cannot completely replace professional TCM diagnosis. If you find that you have a shortage of qi and blood, it is recommended to seek medical attention in time and seek professional TCM conditioning and treatment. At the same time, we should also pay attention to the daily diet and daily life, maintain good living habits and mentality, so as to maintain the abundance and harmony of qi and blood, and promote the health and longevity of the body.