TCM II - Liver Yang Rising And Liver Fire blazing

Question 1

Signs and symptoms

Answer 1

• Same as Qi stagnation, plus signs of heat:
• Headaches at the temples or eyes
• Red face
• High pitch to tinnitus
• Anger or rage

Question 2

Tongue

Answer 2

• Red, especially on the sides
• Dry yellow or brown coating

Question 3

Pulse

Answer 3

• Wiry and rapid

Question 4

Aetiology

Answer 4

• Chronic Qi stagnation, plus heat from diet or emotions

Question 5

Naturopathic advice

Answer 5

• Avoid energetically hot foods and substances: Sugar, alcohol, coffee, black tea, fizzy drinks, red meats, hot spices, fried greasy food, onion, garlic, processed foods

Question 6

Eat

Answer 6

• Cooling foods: Bitter greens and fruits, watermelon, celery

Question 7

Lifestyle

Answer 7

• Avoid stress at all costs
• Avoid strong exercise, hot yoga etc.
• Take only moderate exercise e.g. walking in nature or Qi Gong