What to do about excessive liver fire
Disease description:
I've been feeling irritable and suffering from insomnia this month, with a hot, flushed face during the day and mouth ulcers. The TCM physician diagnosed me with excessive liver fire. What should I do about excessive liver fire?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. He Haochen
When liver fire becomes excessive, the following measures can be taken for regulation:
1. Dietary Regulation: Consume more foods with the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying, such as bitter melon, celery, and cucumber. Avoid intake of spicy, greasy, and irritating foods.
2. Emotional Regulation: Maintain a calm mindset and avoid excessive anxiety, irritability, and anger. Emotions can be relieved through relaxation techniques such as meditation and yoga.
3. Regular作息 (Sleep Patterns): Ensure sufficient sleep and avoid staying up late or overexertion to maintain normal liver function.
4. Physical Exercise: Engage in appropriate physical activities, such as walking and jogging, to promote blood circulation, accelerate metabolism, and assist in eliminating toxins from the body.
5. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Treatment: If symptoms persist or worsen, seek assistance from a TCM practitioner and consider treatment methods such as herbal decoctions or acupuncture.
