What is a weak spleen and stomach?

Weakness of the spleen and stomach is a common condition in TCM, especially in children. The spleen and stomach are the foundation of nurture, responsible for digestion and absorption. If the function of the spleen and stomach is insufficient, the child is prone to problems such as loss of appetite and poor nutrient absorption. Changes in the tongue, especially the red surface of the tongue and the red tip of the tongue, are an important manifestation of weakness of the spleen and stomach. Knowing these symptoms can help parents better focus on their children’s physical health.

Weigh your diet and nourish your spleen and stomach

Diet is the key to maintaining a healthy spleen and stomach. For children with weak spleen and stomach, it is recommended to eat more mild and easy-to-digest foods, such as rice porridge, red dates, yams, etc., and avoid cold, greasy, and spicy foods. In addition, eating less snacks and fast food can keep your child’s diet light and help them improve their appetite and digestion. For the case of red tongue and red tongue tip, you can add some yin-nourishing ingredients, such as pears and lilies, to help regulate.

Traditional Chinese medicine regulates and enhances the function of the spleen and stomach

In the theory of traditional Chinese medicine, the weakness of the spleen and stomach can be regulated by acupuncture, massage, etc. For example, massaging a child’s abdomen can promote gastrointestinal peristalsis and help digestion; Acupuncture can stimulate the meridians and regulate the spleen and stomach qi. In addition, Chinese herbal conditioning is also an effective method. Commonly used herbs such as atractylodes, poria cocos, licorice, etc., can be compatible according to the specific situation of the child to help enhance the function of the spleen and stomach.

Pay attention to your daily habits

In daily life, good lifestyle habits can significantly improve the symptoms of weak spleen and stomach. Encourage your child to have a regular schedule and get enough sleep. Moderate physical exercise to enhance physical fitness; At the same time, developing good eating habits, eating regularly and quantitatively, not being picky and picky eaters, are all for the protection of the spleen and stomach. In addition, we should also pay attention to the child’s mood and maintain a happy mood, which will help the qi flow smoothly, thereby enhancing the digestion and absorption function of the spleen and stomach.

Seek medical attention in a timely manner and care for your child’s health

If the child’s red tongue and red tongue tip persist, parents should take their child to seek medical attention and seek help from a professional TCM practitioner. Under the guidance of doctors, through conditioning and appropriate treatment with traditional Chinese medicine, children’s weak spleen and stomach can be more effectively improved and their healthy growth can be guaranteed. After all, children’s health is our primary concern, and early detection and early treatment are always the right choice.