For those with heavy phlegm-dampness, one key point must be remembered during regulation. In traditional Chinese medicine,To resolve phlegm, one must first open the orificesJust like unclogging a blocked pipe by first clearing the entrance, subsequent phlegm removal and dampness elimination can be twice as effective with half the effort. Today, I will share a classic combination—Acorus calamus combined with one herb helps you uproot phlegm-dampness.
Many friends with phlegm-damp constitution have a thick and greasy tongue coating that cannot be wiped off; they feel heaviness in their limbs upon waking up; their heads are foggy and unclear all day long; eating greasy or sweet foods leads to bloating and indigestion, and their stools often stick to the toilet bowl and cannot be flushed clean.
Many people have taken a lot of medicine for these symptoms, but not only have the symptoms not been alleviated at all, they have become less energetic and their bodies have become heavier. This is not because these herbs are useless, but because you have overlookedKey to Regulating Phlegm-Dampness - Phlegm Obscuring the Heart Orifice。
In traditional Chinese medicine theory, phlegm is not just the mucus we cough up; it is divided into two distinct types.The first type is the one we can see, touch, and cough up, known as "tangible phlegm."
而The second type of phlegm is invisible and difficult to detectIt quietly lurks in the gaps between our meridians and internal organs, continuously obstructing the flow of qi and blood, and disrupting the functions of the organs.This is called "invisible phlegm".
In this situation, we need to rely on Acorus tatarinowii to open the orifices and resolve phlegm for regulation.Shichangpu can directly dissolve tangible phlegm in the respiratory tractOn one hand, it alleviates symptoms such as coughing, excessive phlegm, and chest tightness; on the other hand,It can also clear the invisible phlegm in the meridians and thoroughly "clean up" the phlegm-dampness waste hidden deep within the bodyMore importantly, in traditional Chinese medicine, there isAromatic herbs invigorate the spleen and open the orifices to refresh the mindAccording to the theory, it directly acts on the heart orifice, awakening the mind that has been clouded by phlegm-dampness.
However, relying solely on Acorus tatarinowii is not enough, andPaired with a dose of Polygala tenuifolia，It can precisely reach between the heart and kidneys, thoroughly clearing the phlegm turbidity here; while Acorus tatarinowii is responsible for dredging the meridians and channels throughout the body, allowing the flow of qi and blood to be smoother.
These two medicinal herbs are combined together,Polygala is responsible for targeted clearance of phlegm turbidity in the core area, while Acorus tatarinowii is responsible for comprehensively expanding the channels of qi and blood throughout the body. The two complement each other, not only quickly alleviating discomfort such as dizziness, fatigue, and chest tightness caused by damp phlegm, but also fundamentally blocking the regeneration of damp phlegm.
However, it must be reminded that the use of traditional Chinese medicine emphasizes syndrome differentiation and treatment the most. Each person's constitution is different, and the complexity of syndrome types varies. One must not use it on their own. It must be used under the guidance of a professional physician with syndrome differentiation to ensure both safety and effectiveness.
