What to eat to reduce internal heat caused by excessive liver fire in spring
Disease description:
I get very irritable every spring; my liver fire is too active, my complexion turns sallow yellow, and I develop mouth sores. What should I eat in spring to reduce excess liver fire?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. He Haochen
When liver fire is excessive in spring, the following foods can be chosen to help reduce internal heat:
1. Vegetables: such as bean sprouts, cucumbers, and lotus roots, which have effects of clearing heat, detoxifying, promoting diuresis, and moistening dryness. Particularly bean sprouts and cucumbers are rich in vitamins and fiber, which aid in detoxification and lowering cholesterol.
2. Fruits: such as pears and strawberries. Pears can clear internal heat, nourish yin, and promote body fluid production, while strawberries are rich in vitamin C, which helps in antioxidant protection and liver detoxification.
3. Meats: duck meat, which has a relatively cooling nature and can nourish yin and clear heat. It is suitable for stewing with ingredients such as bamboo shoots.
4. Others: mung beans and radishes also have effects of clearing heat and reducing fire, and can be consumed in appropriate amounts.
Individuals with excessive liver fire are advised to drink plenty of water, ensure adequate sleep, and engage in moderate exercise to maintain overall health. If symptoms persist or worsen, prompt medical attention is recommended.
