What to eat for yin deficiency with hyperactive fire
Disease description:
Recently, I've been experiencing some symptoms of yin deficiency with hyperactivity of fire, and my body feels somewhat uncomfortable. I previously tried regulating my condition for a period of time, but it didn't help much. I'd like to know what foods are recommended for yin deficiency with hyperactivity of fire?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. He Haochen
Yin deficiency with hyperactive fire is a syndrome in traditional Chinese medicine, characterized by symptoms such as ascending deficient fire, dry mouth and throat, irritability, and insomnia. For this condition, dietary therapy recommends consuming foods that nourish yin and reduce fire, such as tremella, lily bulbs, and lotus seeds, which have moistening and yin-nourishing effects and can effectively alleviate symptoms of yin deficiency with hyperactive fire. Additionally, foods like duck meat, mung beans, and winter melon can help clear heat and reduce fire. In terms of fruits, pears, mulberries, and watermelons—rich in water and vitamins—can promote the production of body fluids, relieve thirst, and nourish yin while reducing fire. Moreover, certain Chinese herbs such as Ophiopogon (Mai Dong), Adenophora (Sha Shen), and Dendrobium (Shi Hu) also possess yin-nourishing and moistening properties, and can be appropriately used to brew tea or prepare soups.
