What foods help remove dampness?
Disease description:
I've been feeling groggy lately, unable to wake up properly, and lacking energy during the day, which is significantly affecting my work efficiency. I suspect it's due to excessive dampness in my body, and I'd like to know what foods can help eliminate dampness.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. He Haochen
Foods that help remove dampness include Coix seed (yi mi), lotus seeds, and Chinese yam. These foods can activate the spleen and thereby eliminate dampness. Additionally, ingredients such as red beans and winter melon peel can help reduce dampness through promoting urination. When dampness and pathogenic evils are severe in the body, symptoms such as fatigue, abdominal bloating, dizziness, and white tongue coating may occur. According to traditional Chinese medicine, spleen dysfunction is generally caused by irregular eating habits that impair the spleen and stomach; therefore, patients should avoid greasy, raw, and cold foods.
