Qi is defined as the energy of the body, it is the vital force. It functions to protect, warm, hold organs and fluids in their proper places, transports substances and transforms substances into energy. Qi can become weak and deficient with poor nutrition, chronic illness, severe disease, insufficient natural endowment or old age.
Read MoreIn Chinese medicine the Spleen energy functions to transport and transform the foods and fluids that we eat and drink into energy. Possible causes of spleen energy deficiency include poor nourishment, excessive consumption of cold and raw foods, excessive consumption of refined and highly processed foods, eating at irregular times, eating on the run, excessive eating, eating too little, eating a protein deficient diet, excessive thinking or mental strain, prolonged exposure to dampness, or chronic disease.
Read MoreYour digestion is your second brain. If your digestion isn’t working then the rest of your body will slowly start to fall apart. Your sleep will become poor, you will lack energy, your bowel movements will change, you might get ulcers in your mouth and on your tongue, your skin will be affected and much more.
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