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The WOOD Element Flashcards

1
Q

What organs are associated with the WOOD element?

A

Liver and Gallbladder

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2
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WOOD time of day - Liver

A

1 am - 3 am

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WOOD time of day - Gallbladder

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11 pm - 1 am

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4
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What is the sense organ for WOOD?

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Eyes [green/brown or hazel are more prone to liver disturbances]

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5
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What is the body tissue for WOOD?

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Tendons, ligaments, sinews (connective tissues)

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6
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Which external body part is a good physical indicator of a WOOD imbalance?

A

Nails

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7
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What is the colour for WOOD?

A

Green

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8
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What is the odour for WOOD?

A

Rancid

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9
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What is the sound for WOOD?

A

Shouting

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10
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What emotions are associated with WOOD?

A

Anger, jealousy

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Which taste [sensory] is associated with WOOD?

A

Sour

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Which foods are associated with WOOD?

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Lemon, lime, sauerkraut, vinegars

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13
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Which season is WOOD?

A

Spring

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14
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WOOD direction

A

East

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15
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WOOD environment

A

Wind ** ess. to protect back of neck & shoulders **

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16
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What is the body type of a WOOD person?

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Tall, slender, strong bones and joints, hard workers

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17
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What is the personality of a WOOD person?

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Leader, hard worker, loves a challenge

18
Q

What emotions are associate with a WOOD imbalance?

A

Angry, mean, cranky

19
Q

A weak WOOD element affects quality of what?

A

SLEEP, as the liver is working hard to filter the blood. Poor sleep shows that the liver has not purified the blood efficiently.

20
Q

Name 4 foods that you might be averse to if you have a WOOD imbalance?

A

Onion, garlic & eggs (high sulphur that activates bile flow) and oranges (liver has lost ability to digest fruit acids)

21
Q

Which DRUGS pre-dispose us to gallstones?

A

Steroids and the contraceptive pill

22
Q

What type of DIET pre-disposes us to gallstones?

A

Too much protein, fat and acid forming foods ** as is too little fat and skipping meals **

23
Q

What is a possible outcome of LOW levels of BILE?

A

Overgrowth of bacteria in the small intestine, leading to fermentation of foods and bloating.

24
Q

What is the function of the GALLBLADDER?

A

Storage of bile that is made by the liver. It is the FAT BUSTER - supporting the liver and small intestines in breaking up fats. Toxic material is excreted through the bile. A good laxative to ensure peristalsis.

25
Q

What are 7 physical symptoms of a LIVER imbalance?

A

Eye issues, aversion to fatty foods, BO, headaches, nausea, stiffness in neck & shoulder, weak flaky nails

26
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What are 7 physical symptoms of a GB imbalance?

A

Aversion to eggs, bitter taste in mouth, pain on right side of trunk, pale stools [ref liver]

27
Q

Name some liver and GB enhancing foods

A

Beetroot, carrot, fennel, lemon, kale, mustard, nettles, olive oil, parsley, radish, sweet potato and watercress.

28
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Which vegetable can help with anaemia?

A

Artichokes

29
Q

Name 2 herbs that are good for liver and GB

A

Turmeric and milk thistle

30
Q

How does chicory benefit the liver?

A

It reduces heat

31
Q

Which whole foods are good for the liver?

A

Quinoa, amaranth and millet

32
Q

Which foods help to prevent gallstones?

A

Nuts, beans, lentils and lima beans, radishes

33
Q

Which mineral helps alleviate and soothe an obstructed bile duct and inflammations?

A

Magnesium

34
Q

What naturopathic tip helps the liver and GB?

A

Increasing EFA’s by taking linseeds in the morning and evening.

35
Q

Which plant helps regulate cholesterol?

A

Dandelion (great source of lecithin)

36
Q

Which vitamins are great for the liver?

A

The B complex (particularly B6)

37
Q

Which vitamin is great for reducing cholesterol?

A

Vitamin B3

38
Q

Which food can help lower cholesterol?

A

Oat bran porridge

39
Q

Name some illnesses where a WOOD (Liver) imbalance would be likely?

A

Alcohol related liver disease, non alcoholic fatty liver disease, depression, hepatitis, hormonal imbalances, migraine, PMS

40
Q

Name some illnesses where a WOOD (GB) imbalance would be likely?

A

Bile reflux, gallstones, inflammation of the bile duct, inflammation of the gallbladder, migraines

41
Q

Name some facial physical symptoms that may indicate a WOOD imbalance?

A
  1. Red patch between eyes or vertical line is a possible indication of poor liver detoxification and even heavy metal toxicity.
  2. Yellow tinge shows the liver and GB are working too hard.
  3. Swollen sides of the tongue can mean liver challenges

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