When it comes to kidney deficiency, many people's first reaction is "men are not good at it".
In fact, this is not the case.
According to traditional Chinese medicine, the kidneys store essence. This essence is a vital basis for the longevity of life. Its role is not limited to controlling reproduction and development. It is also responsible for the condition of bones, the soundness of teeth, the function of ears, and the growth of hair.
There are many women who, after they are over 35 years old, begin to lose their hair, suffer from backache and weakness in their legs, and increase their nocturia. In fact, this is also a symptom of kidney deficiency.
The kidneys also have the function of controlling water and receiving qi. Once the kidney function deteriorates, symptoms such as edema will appear, asthma will occur, and problems of irregular menstruation will come to your doorstep.
Although it is a bit exaggerated to say that nine out of ten men are deficient, modern people often stay up late, sit for long periods of time, and are extremely stressed. As a result, kidney deficiency is indeed becoming more and more common.
Replenishing the kidneys is not only a matter for men, women also need it.
There are many medicinal materials in the field of traditional Chinese medicine that are mild in nature and can have a tonic effect. Next, we will list in detail 15 types of traditional Chinese medicine that are actually effective and aimed at tonifying the kidneys. For each type, its specific use method must be explained clearly, and what type of people it is suitable for.
Lycium barbarum: tonifying the liver and kidneys, suitable for long-term soaking in water
wolfberry It is mild in nature and sweet in taste. It is the most commonly used and safest medicine for nourishing the kidneys.
it Nourish kidney and liver , improve eyesight, strengthen muscles and bones, especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly people with kidney deficiency.
It is mentioned in "Materia Medica Tongxuan" that it "tonifies the kidneys and replenishes essence, and strong water means strong bones". For those who suffer from back pain and knee pain, eating it will be of great help.
Use 10 to 15 grams a day, chew it directly, drink it by soaking it in water, or make porridge.
Note that wolfberry tends to be greasy, and people with particularly weak spleen and stomach who are prone to diarrhea should eat less.
Deer antler: a powerful tool for replenishing kidney yang, suitable for people with severe deficiency and cold
Antler It is a good product for nourishing kidney yang, replenishing essence and blood, and strengthening muscles and bones.
If you are particularly afraid of the cold, your hands and feet are cold, your waist and knees feel sour and cold, and your urine is clear and long, then deer antler is the right solution.
The ginseng antler three kidney powder and Guilingji in the patent medicines all contain deer antler.
Note that deer antler is warm in nature and should not be used by people who are prone to getting angry or have fever.
Generally, it is taken as pill powder, 0.6 to 3 grams each time, and is best used under the guidance of a doctor.
Cinnamon: warms the spleen and stomach, unblocks the blood vessels, and treats the fire deficiency of Mingmen
Cinnamon Replenishes yang, warms the spleen and stomach, removes cold, and unblocks blood vessels.
According to traditional Chinese medicine, "vital fire failure" means that the kidney yang is in an extremely weak state. Its manifestations include the following situations: first, the limbs are cold, second, the pulse is weak, and third, there is persistent diarrhea.
Usually add a small piece of cinnamon to stew meat or soup, which can not only season but also warm and nourish kidney yang.
People with yin deficiency and excessive fire are not suitable to use cinnamon, as it will aggravate dry mouth, insomnia and night sweats.
Epimedium: dispels rheumatism and nourishes kidney yang. It is very suitable for joint pain in middle-aged and elderly people.
Epimedium Replenishes kidney yang, strengthens muscles and bones, and removes rheumatism.
Many middle-aged and elderly friends suffer from symptoms of kidney deficiency such as weakness in the waist and knees, impotence and spermatorrhea, as well as rheumatism and joint pain. Epimedium can be effective in both conditions.
You can use it to make wine or boil water for drinking. The usual dosage is 6 to 10 grams.
People with yin deficiency and strong fire and prone to nosebleeds should not use it.
Eucommia ulmoides: the nemesis of low back pain, pregnant women can also use it
Eucommia ulmoides Warm in nature and slightly pungent in taste, it nourishes the liver and kidneys and strengthens the muscles and bones.
Almost everyone with low back pain and weak legs will use it.
Miao Xiyong, a doctor in the Ming Dynasty, explained that when "the waist is the home of the kidneys", what is considered to be low back pain is a kidney problem, and Eucommia ulmoides can just make up for this shortcoming.
For habitual miscarriage caused by kidney deficiency in pregnant women, it is also safe to use Eucommia ulmoides to induce miscarriage.
The general dosage is 10 to 15 grams, which can be used to stew pork kidneys and the effect is very good.
Cuscuta: nourishes the kidneys and essence, nourishes the liver and improves eyesight.
Cuscuta It has the functions of nourishing the kidneys and essence, nourishing the liver and improving eyesight.
There is soreness in the waist and knees, spermatorrhea, diabetes, inability to control urination, and blurred vision. Cuscuta can help in all these situations.
It is included in Wuzi Yanzong Pills.
Cuscuta has a kind of mild properties and can be used for a long time. It is usually taken orally in the form of decoction. The daily dosage is 10 to 15 grams.
People with dry and constipated stools should use it with caution.
Polygonum multiflorum: a classic medicine for nourishing black hair and nourishing the kidneys
Polygonum multiflorum Nourish liver and kidney, benefit essence and blood.
Li Shizhen said that it "strengthens essence and kidneys, strengthens muscles and bones, and makes black hair grow", and its effect is greater than that of Rehmannia glutinosa.
Polygonum multiflorum is suitable for premature graying of hair, weak waist and knees, spermatorrhea in men, and vaginal discharge in women.
Be sure to use Polygonum multiflorum prepared as raw Polygonum multiflorum is hepatotoxic.
The dosage is 10 to 15 grams, which can be used to soak in wine or cook porridge.
Cistanche deserticola: moisturizing the intestines, laxative and nourishing kidney yang
Cistanche deserticola It has the functions of nourishing the kidneys, strengthening the yang, moistening the intestines and laxative.
It has unique characteristics and has the effect of replenishing yang without harming yin. It has excellent use effects for the elderly, postpartum people, and people who suffer from intestinal dryness and constipation after illness.
Take the decoction orally and consume 10 to 30 grams a day.
Not suitable for people with loose stools.
Cordyceps sinensis: a precious medicinal material that replenishes yin and yang
Cordyceps sinensis It is warm in nature and sweet in taste, nourishes the lungs and kidneys, and is a medicinal material that can tonify yin and yang.
Its main active ingredient is cordycepin, which can nourish the liver and kidneys.
"Tangerine Garden Tips" says that "it cures pain between the waist and knees and is beneficial to the kidneys."
Although it is expensive, it is not often used directly as medicine. The most recommended way is to stew it with lean pork, chicken, or duck, which has a very good tonic effect.
Lotus seeds: calm the nerves and nourish the kidneys, the whole family can eat them
lotus seeds It has very good medicinal value in nourishing the heart and calming the nerves, strengthening the spleen and tonifying the kidneys.
Lotus seeds are rich in calcium, phosphorus and potassium. They are extremely rich in content and can maintain muscle elasticity and heartbeat rhythm. They have sedative and cardiotonic effects, can improve menopausal symptoms, and can delay aging.
You can add a handful of lotus seeds when cooking porridge, stewing soup, or making desserts.
Please note that people with dry stool should eat less.
Gorgon fruit: strengthens the kidneys and astringes essence, suitable for people with nocturnal emissions and premature ejaculation
Gorgon It is mild in nature, sweet and astringent in taste, and has the dual effects of benefiting the kidneys and strengthening the astringent, nourishing the spleen and stopping diarrhea.
It is mentioned in the book "Compendium of Materia Medica" that "gorgon fruit is not only good for essence, but also can astringent essence and nourish the kidney." After grinding it into powder together with yam, it can be mixed with rice every day. It is very helpful for nocturnal emissions, premature ejaculation, vaginal discharge and frequent urination.
The general dosage is 10 to 15 grams.
Not suitable for people with constipation.
Sea cucumber: a good dietary supplement for nourishing the kidneys and replenishing essence
Sea cucumbers are rich in arginine, zinc, acidic mucopolysaccharides, and active substances such as sea cucumbers, which have a powerful effect on improving kidney function.
Consistently eating one sea cucumber in the morning and evening can improve symptoms such as kidney deficiency and frigidity.
Sea cucumber is mild in nature and has basically no side effects, but patients with gout should eat less of it.
Polygonatum japonica: Buxing Zhong and Qi, strengthening the spleen and stomach
Polygonatum Its main functions are to replenish vital energy, strengthen the surface and stop sweating, relieve toxins and expel pus, diuretic and reduce swelling.
It can also strengthen the spleen and stomach, so it has the effect of appetizing food.
People with insufficient Qi, a sinking feeling in the stomach, and out of breath are good to take Polygonatum odorifera.
Polygonatum can be steamed and eaten directly, or soaked in water or stewed in soup.
Honeysuckle: clears heat and detoxifies, but has limited kidney-tonifying effect
There is such a kind of flower called honeysuckle. Its main function is to clear away heat and detoxify. It can be used to treat fever caused by febrile diseases. It can also be used to treat the symptoms of heat-toxic and bloody dysentery. It also has a therapeutic effect on carbuncle ulcers and swollen poison.
Logically speaking, it does not belong to the category of kidney-tonifying drugs. However, if the human body has symptoms related to kidney deficiency and heat poisoning, such as swelling and pain in the throat, and sores and boils on the skin, then honeysuckle can be used in conjunction with it.
Honeysuckle alone is not enough to nourish the kidneys.
Warm reminder: It is best to identify your physical constitution before replenishing the kidneys
The 15 kinds of Chinese medicinal materials placed above each have different emphases. Some of them have the effect of tonifying kidney yang, some have the effect of tonifying kidney yin, and some can have a tonic effect.
Before using it, it is best to find out whether you are suffering from kidney yin deficiency or kidney yang deficiency.
In short, if you are afraid of cold, your hands and feet are cold at the same time, and you urinate frequently at night, this condition belongs to kidney yang deficiency; if you are afraid of heat, the palms and soles of your feet feel warm, and you also have dry mouth and night sweats, this is kidney yin deficiency.
Using it the wrong way will aggravate the problem.
Another point is that traditional Chinese medicine for replenishing the kidneys should focus on step-by-step procedures. Don’t think that the effect will be achieved in three to five days. It must last for at least a month and upwards.
If you are not sure, it is safest to find a reliable Chinese medicine practitioner to check before taking any medicine.
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