What should men do about qi deficiency and blood deficiency?
Disease description:
My husband says he has been feeling weak and listless lately. A traditional Chinese medicine practitioner mentioned that he might have qi deficiency and blood deficiency. I would like to know what should be done about this?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. He Haochen
The regulation and treatment of Qi deficiency and blood deficiency in men can be approached from multiple aspects:
1. Dietary adjustment: Consume more foods rich in iron and those that nourish Qi and blood, such as red dates, wolfberries, black sesame seeds, walnuts, donkey-hide gelatin (ejiao), longan, and protein-rich meats such as chicken, fish, and beef. These foods help replenish Qi and blood and enhance physical fitness.
2. Exercise adjustment: Engage in appropriate physical activities, such as walking, jogging, and Tai Chi, which can promote metabolism and blood circulation, helping to alleviate symptoms of Qi and blood deficiency.
3. Medication adjustment: Under a doctor's guidance, certain traditional Chinese patent medicines that replenish Qi and nourish blood may be taken, such as Ren Shen Gui Pi Wan (Ginseng and Codonopsis Pill) and Shi Quan Da Bu Wan (Complete Invigorating Pill). These medications can assist in regulating Qi and blood and improving overall health.
4. Lifestyle improvement: Maintain regular作息 (作息 should be translated as作息 here, but the correct English term would be "rest and work patterns"), avoid staying up late, quit smoking and alcohol consumption, maintain an optimistic mindset, and avoid prolonged periods of excessive stress.
Patients with concerns are advised to seek timely medical consultation.
