What to Eat to Quickly Reduce Internal Heat Caused by Constipation

Jun 23, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

I've recently been experiencing constipation due to excessive internal heat ("fire"), making me very uncomfortable, and I don't know how to deal with it. I'd like to know what foods can quickly reduce this internal heat and relieve constipation.

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. He Haochen
When experiencing constipation accompanied by excessive internal heat ("fire"), consider the following recommendations to quickly reduce heat: 1. Dietary adjustments: Eat more fiber-rich foods such as spinach, celery, and oats to promote intestinal motility and relieve constipation. Include heat-clearing and detoxifying foods like mung beans, Chinese yam, and white radish to help reduce internal heat. Increase intake of moistening and laxative foods such as honey, sesame seeds, and bananas to soften stools and facilitate bowel movements. 2. Tea selection: Drink herbal teas known for clearing heat and reducing fire, such as chrysanthemum tea or honeysuckle tea, which can help alleviate internal heat. 3. Medication: Under medical guidance, take heat-clearing and fire-purging medications such as Niuhuang Qingwei Pills or Huanglian Shangqing Pills to accelerate recovery. 4. Lifestyle habits: Establish a regular bowel movement routine and avoid holding in stool for prolonged periods. Increase outdoor physical activity to enhance gastrointestinal motility. Maintain a regular sleep schedule and avoid staying up late or overexertion. Patients with concerns should seek timely medical advice.