Unexplained Sweating? Your Body Is Sending You a Sign!
Sweating is the body’s natural way of regulating temperature. While many people believe that sweating more helps with detoxification, from a TCM perspective, unusual changes in the timing, amount, or area of sweating may reflect a deficiency, possibly related to weak Heart Qi.
A) Yin Deficiency Constitution
During sleep, Yang energy naturally returns into the body. For those with a Yin deficiency constitution, internal heat may intensify, causing sweat to escape unconsciously.
Symptoms:
• Night sweats (sweating stops upon waking)
• Heart palpitations, hot flushes
• Dry mouth and throat
• Dry skin
• Irritability and insomnia
Recommended foods: Lotus seeds, Goji berries, Snow fungus, Mulberries, Barley, Okra, Pears
Recommended TCM formula: Liu Wei Di Huang Pills
B) Qi Deficiency Constitution
During the day, weak protective Qi may fail to regulate perspiration properly.
Symptoms:
• Cold sweats from light activity or rest during daytime
• Sensitivity to cold, shortness of breath
• Prone to catching colds
• Pale complexion
• Fatigue and low energy
Recommended foods: Chinese yam, Red dates, Dang Shen, Huang Qi, Black-boned chicken
Recommended TCM formula: Bu Qi Jian Zhong Pills
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