Symptoms and effects of spleen and stomach deficiency

The spleen and stomach are very important organs in TCM theory, and their main function is to digest, absorb and transport nutrients. If the spleen and stomach are weakened, the body’s functioning will be affected, resulting in an insufficient supply of nutrients. Especially in the case of irregular daily diet, mental stress or excessive fatigue, the function of the spleen and stomach is more likely to be impaired. Spleen and stomach deficiency will not only cause fatigue and loss of appetite, but also trigger a series of physical warning signs, one of which is the black and purple lips.

The root cause of lip discoloration

The change in the color of the lips reflects the health condition inside the body. If the lips are black and purple, it is often caused by a lack of qi and blood and poor blood circulation. The spleen and stomach are the source of qi and blood biochemistry, and the weakness of the spleen and stomach directly leads to the lack of qi and blood in the body, which is manifested as black or purple lips. Especially in cold weather, if the spleen and stomach are weak, the blood flow is slower, and the change in lip color will be more obvious.

How to regulate the spleen and stomach

To regulate the spleen and stomach, you should first pay attention to your diet. It is recommended to choose foods that are easy to digest and nutritious, such as millet porridge, yams, red dates, etc., which will help the recovery of the spleen and stomach. At the same time, avoid cold, greasy, spicy and irritating foods to prevent aggravating the burden on the spleen and stomach. In addition, maintaining a good routine and moderate exercise are also important ways to promote spleen and stomach health, such as daily moderate walking, yoga or tai chi, which can help enhance the ability of the spleen and stomach to move.

The connection between the meridians and the lips in TCM

Traditional Chinese medicine believes that the health of the lips is closely related to the function of the spleen and stomach. In the meridian theory, the spleen and stomach are closely related to the Ren and Du pulses under the umbilicus. Therefore, while regulating the spleen and stomach, it can also improve blood circulation throughout the body. Through moxibustion, cupping and other methods, the meridians related to the spleen and stomach can be stimulated to achieve the effect of invigorating blood circulation and removing blood stasis, which can not only alleviate the black and purple problem of the lips, but also enhance the overall flow of qi and blood.

Conclusion: Pay attention to your own health

Black and purple lips are not a trivial matter, and there are often signals of weakness of the spleen and stomach behind them. Constantly ignoring your body’s warnings will only worsen your health problems. Therefore, paying attention to the health of the spleen and stomach, eating reasonably, and maintaining good living habits can effectively prevent and improve the color change of the lips. Through TCM health, you can regain the balance of your body, restore your lips to a natural rosiness, and show the beauty of health.