The weather has been extremely hot for the past monthMany people attribute the sticky feeling to the weather, but it's important not to take it lightly.Be careful, it might be damp-heat causing trouble inside your body!

If you experienceDry mouth and bitter taste, feeling foggy-headed, thirsty but not wanting to drink water, sweat that is not only sticky but also has a strong odor, and a persistent feeling of stuffy heat that won't dissipateThis is likely not due to the weather, but rather because damp-heat has already started to flare up inside your body! When it comes to damp-heat, many people can't tell whether it's in the liver and gallbladder or in the spleen and stomach. Today, I'll clarify this for you and also share some ideas on how to regulate it.

First. Damp-heat in the liver and gallbladder

This tongue with damp-heat in the liver and gallbladder, when looked at in the mirror, will reveal that the edges of the tongue are red and noticeably swollen, and the tongue resembles an inverted triangle.

The typical manifestation of such individuals isbitter taste in the mouth and dry mouth, distending pain in both flanks, poor appetite, short and red urine, sticky and greasy stool, and even yellowing of the skin in severe cases.This is mostly caused by improper diet, prolonged low mood, or external damp-heat, so there have been many patients with damp-heat in the liver and gallbladder during the recent hot and humid weather.

At this momentClearing damp-heat from the liver and gallbladderOf course, when undergoing treatment, it is also important to change your lifestyle. Avoid eating and drinking carelessly, and when feeling down, you can go out for a walk to soothe your emotions.

Second. Dampness and Heat in the Spleen and Stomach

Looking in the mirror, I noticed that the coating in the middle of my tongue is thick and yellow, with a reddish texture, and there are cracks in the middle of the tongue. This should be taken seriously, as it is likely a sign of damp-heat in the spleen and stomach.

The most typical symptoms in this type of person appear in the digestive system, such as a bitter taste in the mouth, bad breath, a sticky sensation in the mouth, indigestion, a tendency to abdominal bloating and diarrhea, and a noticeable burning sensation in the anus after bowel movements. In addition to digestive issues, they are often accompanied by sensations such as soreness and fatigue in the limbs, and a heavy feeling in the head as if something is wrapped around it.This is mostly because diseases enter through the mouth, such as greasy and rich foods that one can't wait to have at every meal, or grilled foods and cold drinks that are never missed, coupled with the habit of staying up late at night, it's no wonder the spleen and stomach are in poor condition.

In such cases, the approach to regulation should focus onClearing heat and promoting diuresis, strengthening the spleen and harmonizing the stomachThe main thing is to change lifestyle habits, otherwise taking more medicine is just temporary conditioning.

Finally, it should be noted that each person's symptoms and constitution are different, so do not blindly follow trends. Traditional Chinese medicine emphasizes syndrome differentiation and treatment, with each individual receiving a tailored prescription. Do not attempt self-diagnosis or self-treatment. If issues arise, it is essential to consult a professional TCM practitioner who can diagnose based on tongue examination and symptom comparison. The above content is for reference only.