Spleen and Stomach in Late Summar in NYC
Tree of Life Acupuncture NYC Clinic
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Late summer belongs to the Spleen and Stomach in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine.
Spleen is the most important digestive organ in Chinese medicine.
Digestion is the most important post-natal source of energy ( comes from food absorption).
Worry is associated with spleen and stomach depletion, so it's good to stay in the present and take preemptive actions to reduce worries and stay calm.
The spleen collects all the energy Qi from nutrition and delivers it to. the body for vitality.
Some of the Spleen Disorders
- loss of appetite
- nausea or diarrhea
- gas or bloating
- easy bruising
- hemorrhoids
- acid reflux
- daily brain fog
- diabetes
- digestive problems
Foods that benefit your spleen qi (energy)
- ginger and mint tea can soothe the stomach and help digestion
- lentils
- quinoa
- oats
- root vegetables including sweet potato and taro
- pumpkin and other squash
- miso soup
- orange peels (tea)
Weakness of the Spleen is often shown with loose stools and or scallopedtongue edges and lack of appetite
