How to quickly reduce severe internal heat (excess heat in the body)

When symptoms of excessive internal heat become severe, the following methods can help quickly alleviate the condition: 1. Dietary adjustment: Increase consumption of light, cooling foods such as pears, bitter melon, and mung beans. Avoid spicy, greasy, and heat-inducing foods. Drink plenty of water—at least eight glasses daily—to help eliminate toxins from the body. 2. Medication: Under a doctor's guidance, heat-clearing and detoxifying medications such as Niuhuang Qingxin Pills or Huanglian Shangqing Pills may be used to effectively relieve symptoms of excessive internal heat. 3. Lifestyle habits: Maintain a positive mindset, avoid emotional fluctuations, and manage stress appropriately. Engage in regular physical activity, such as jogging or rope skipping, at least 1–2 times per week to expel toxins through perspiration. 4. Physical therapies: Treatments such as guasha (scraping) and cupping therapy can also effectively relieve heat symptoms, but should be performed under the guidance of a qualified physician. Patients with concerns are advised to seek timely medical consultation.