Foods that promote blood circulation and resolve blood stasis
Disease description:
Recently, I haven't been feeling well physically and have constantly experienced a sensation of stagnation or blockage in certain parts of my body. For example, sometimes I feel a slight stabbing pain in a specific area. I heard that eating certain foods that promote blood circulation and remove blood stasis might help. What kinds of foods are effective for promoting blood circulation and resolving blood stasis?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhang Xiuhong
Activating blood circulation and resolving blood stasis is a method used to regulate blood circulation and prevent or treat various diseases caused by blood stagnation. Dietary regulation can assist in achieving the effect of promoting blood circulation and resolving stasis. Foods with functions of activating blood circulation and resolving stasis include:
1. Legumes: Such as black soybeans, mung beans, etc. These legumes contain abundant nutrients that help improve blood circulation.
2. Meats and seafood: Such as pig heart, beef, lamb, fish, sea cucumbers, etc. These foods are rich in protein and various trace elements, which are beneficial for promoting blood circulation and resolving stasis.
3. Vegetables: Such as eggplant, white radish, water spinach, lotus root, onion, wood ear mushrooms, etc. These vegetables are not only rich in fiber but also help reduce blood viscosity.
4. Black fungus (wood ear mushroom): Rich in iron and colloidal substances, it can promote blood circulation, prevent blood clotting, and aid in resolving blood stasis.
5. Red dates (jujubes): Known for their function of nourishing the blood and improving complexion, they can also promote blood circulation, improve microcirculation, and assist in resolving blood stasis.
6. Hawthorn: Contains abundant flavonoids that can dilate blood vessels, lower blood pressure, accelerate blood flow, and aid in eliminating blood stasis.
7. Ginger: Has a warm nature and can promote blood circulation, dispel cold, and warm the body. It is particularly effective in relieving blood stasis caused by cold pathogens.
8. Safflower: A commonly used herb in traditional Chinese medicine, it has functions of activating blood circulation, promoting menstruation, dispersing blood stasis, and relieving pain. It can be used in cooking or brewed as tea.
