What should one with kidney deficiency due to excessive masturbation eat?
Dec 12, 2025
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Sun Lianqing
Introduction
"Hand多了" usually refers to excessive masturbation. Kidney deficiency caused by frequent masturbation is mostly kidney yin deficiency, and commonly used regulating medicines include Liuwei Dihuang Pills, Zuogui Pills, etc. Liuwei Dihuang Pills consist of Rehmannia glutinosa, Cornus officinalis, Chinese yam, and other ingredients, and have the fundamental effect of nourishing yin and tonifying the kidneys. They specifically nourish kidney yin and help improve symptoms such as soreness and weakness in the lower back and knees, dizziness, tinnitus, tidal fever, and night sweats caused by excessive masturbation.
"Excessive masturbation" usually refers to overindulgence in self-stimulation. Frequent masturbation often leads to kidney deficiency, primarily manifesting as kidney yin deficiency. Commonly used herbal remedies for调理 (regulating and nourishing) include Liuwei Dihuang Pills, Zuo Gui Pills, Zhi Bai Dihuang Pills, Gui Lu Er Xian Paste, and He Che Da Zao Pills. Detailed explanations are as follows:
1. **Liuwei Dihuang Pills**: Composed of Rehmannia glutinosa (prepared), Cornus officinalis, Chinese yam, and other ingredients, this formula serves as a fundamental remedy for nourishing kidney yin. It specifically targets symptoms caused by excessive masturbation such as soreness and weakness in the lower back and knees, dizziness, tinnitus, tidal fever, and night sweats. As a commonly prescribed treatment for kidney yin deficiency, it should be taken according to the instructions or medical advice.
2. **Zuo Gui Pills**: Contains prepared Rehmannia, Cuscuta seed, Deer horn glue, and other components, offering strong effects in nourishing yin and enriching essence. Suitable for severe cases of kidney yin deficiency accompanied by fatigue, spontaneous emission, or premature ejaculation. It helps replenish kidney essence depleted by excessive masturbation and supports recovery of kidney yin.
3. **Zhi Bai Dihuang Pills**: Based on Liuwei Dihuang Pills but with added Anemarrhena and Phellodendron, this formula not only nourishes yin but also clears deficient fire. Ideal for individuals with kidney yin deficiency combined with excessive internal heat, effectively relieving symptoms such as dry mouth and throat, irritability, insomnia, and burning pain in the lower back and knees after masturbation, thus balancing kidney yin and reducing false fire.
4. **Gui Lu Er Xian Paste**: Main ingredients include turtle shell, deer antler, ginseng, and Lycium berries. This formula nourishes yin, enriches essence, tonifies qi, and nourishes blood. Appropriate for cases where excessive masturbation has led to depletion of kidney essence and insufficiency of both qi and blood. It improves symptoms like cold intolerance, cold limbs, low spirits, dizziness, and blurred vision, providing balanced support for both yin and yang.
5. **He Che Da Zao Pills**: Contains human placenta (Purple River Cart), prepared Rehmannia, Asparagus root, and other herbs. It nourishes yin, clears heat, tonifies the kidneys, and benefits the lungs. Helps restore kidney yin and replenish kidney essence, alleviating symptoms such as lower back and knee weakness, cough with weakness, night sweats, and seminal emission due to excessive masturbation. Particularly suitable for those with dual yin deficiency in the kidneys and lungs.
To achieve effective调理, one must first practice moderation in masturbation and maintain regular sleep patterns, avoiding late nights. During treatment, avoid spicy, stimulating, raw, cold, greasy, or heavy foods. Engage in mild physical activities such as walking or jogging. If symptoms do not improve after 1–2 courses of medication, or if discomfort such as bloating or diarrhea occurs, seek timely medical evaluation for proper diagnosis and adjustment of treatment. Do not continue self-medication long-term without professional guidance.
