TCM's 9 major body types and health preservation

Huangdi Neijing said: People have different innate endowments and are born with fixed constitutions. So how many constitutions do we have? Why are some people weak and some strong? Let's first take a look at the classification of human constitutions and then learn about physical health care based on different constitutions:

Peaceful

People with this constitution have a well-proportioned and strong body, moist complexion and skin, thick and shiny hair, bright eyes, abundant energy, good sleep and appetite, and rarely get sick.

Health preservation method: pay attention to the combination of work and rest, and maintain adequate sleep. Keep exercising. Young people can run or play ball, while the elderly can take a walk or practice Tai Chi.

Qi deficiency

People with this constitution have a weak voice, are prone to lack of energy, get tired easily, catch colds easily, and have difficulty recovering after becoming ill.

Health preservation method: Eat foods that nourish qi and strengthen the spleen. Keep warm at ordinary times. You can do some gentle exercises, such as walking, practicing Tai Chi, doing exercises, etc., and persist in doing them.

Suitable medicinal food: Astragalus, young chicken and yam porridge.

Yang deficiency constitution

Sometimes the hands and feet feel cold, the stomach, back or waist and knees are afraid of cold, like quietness, and have loose stools.

Health preservation method: You can eat more warming foods such as beef, mutton, leek, ginger, etc. Always keep warm. Prevent excessive sweating and avoid wind and cold when exercising. You can do some soothing and gentle exercises, such as jogging, walking, Tai Chi, and radio gymnastics.

Suitable medicinal food: Angelica, ginger and mutton soup.

Yin deficiency constitution

They are usually slender in shape, often feel hot in the palms and soles of their hands and feet, flushed or reddish cheeks, dry eyes, dry mouth and throat, prone to insomnia, irritable temperament, red tongue with little coating.

Health preservation method: Eat more lean pork, duck, mung bean, winter melon and other sweet, cool and moisturizing foods, and less mutton, leek and other warm and dry foods. Suitable for aerobic exercise, you can choose fitness programs such as Tai Chi, Tai Chi sword, Qigong, etc.

Suitable medicinal food: lotus seeds and lily stewed with lean meat.

Blood Stasis

The complexion is dark, the lips are dark, the veins under the tongue are purple, and the gums are prone to bleeding. Irritable and forgetful.

Health preservation method: Eat more hawthorn, vinegar and other foods that have the effects of promoting blood circulation, dispersing stagnation, promoting qi, and relieving liver and depression. It is advisable to go to bed early, get up early and exercise more, such as dancing, walking, etc.

Suitable medicinal food: hawthorn and brown sugar soup.

Phlegm-damp constitution

The body is obese, sweats easily, and is sticky. Often feel soreness and heaviness in the limbs. The noodles are often oily, the mouth often feels sticky or sweet, there is always phlegm in the throat, and the tongue coating is thick.

Health regimen: The diet should be light, and eat less fatty meat and sweet, sticky, and greasy foods. Clothes should be breathable and moisture-repellent, and you should sunbathe or sunbathe frequently. You can persist in exercising for a long time, such as walking, jogging, swimming, etc.

Suitable medicinal food: yam and winter melon soup.

Moisture and heat

The face is prone to acne and the skin is prone to itching. You often feel bitter taste and bad breath in your mouth, sticky and uncomfortable stools, a hot feeling when urinating, and yellow urine. Has a quick temper.

Health preservation methods: Eat more sweet, cold, and sweet and neutral foods such as red beans, celery, and lotus root. Suitable for high-intensity and high-volume exercises, such as middle- and long-distance running, swimming, martial arts, etc.

Suitable medicinal food: loach stewed with tofu.

Qi stagnation constitution

They are thin, sentimental, emotionally fragile, often feel pain in the breasts and flanks, often feel chest tightness, and are prone to insomnia.

Health preservation method: Eat more foods such as day lily, hawthorn, rose, etc. that have the functions of promoting qi, relieving depression and helping food. Try to increase outdoor activities, such as running, mountain climbing, etc.

Suitable medicinal food: Chrysanthemum chicken liver soup.

Special qualities

People with special physical conditions. People with allergic constitutions often have nasal congestion and sneezing even if they don't have a cold. They are prone to asthma and are easily allergic to drugs, food, pollen, and seasons.

Health preservation method: Eat more foods that nourish the Qi and strengthen the exterior, and eat less spicy foods, fishy and smelly foods, and foods containing allergens. Avoid allergens in your daily life and keep the room clean.

Suitable medicinal food: porridge for strengthening the exterior.

Different health-preserving methods should be used for people with different physiques. We should learn to identify our own physique so that health-preserving can be more effective. We should not blindly take tonics. Preserving health according to our physique is the most scientific approach.