How to Reduce Internal Heat (Shanghuo)

When the body exhibits symptoms of excessive internal heat (fire), methods to reduce this heat can be approached from the following aspects: 1. Dietary Regulation: It is recommended to consume more foods with effects of clearing heat, detoxifying, and reducing internal heat, such as bitter melon, cucumber, tomato, pears, and other fruits along with leafy vegetables. These foods are rich in vitamins and water, which help alleviate internal heat. Avoid the intake of spicy, greasy, and irritating foods to reduce accumulation of heat in the body. 2. Lifestyle Habits: Maintain good daily routines, avoid staying up late and overexertion, and ensure adequate sleep. Engage in appropriate aerobic exercises, such as jogging and rope skipping, to enhance metabolic rate and immunity, which aids in eliminating toxins and reducing internal heat. 3. Medication Treatment: If symptoms of excessive internal heat are severe, traditional Chinese medicines or herbal remedies with effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, such as Niuhuang Jiedu Pian (Calculus Bovis Detoxification Tablets) and Jinyinhua Keli (Honeysuckle Granules), may be taken under the guidance of a qualified physician. However, medications should be used under medical supervision to avoid self-medication and misuse.