Qi Deficiency Constitution
气虚质
Insufficient vital qi, mainly characterized by signs of qi deficiency such as fatigue, shortness of breath and spontaneous sweating.
Physical Traits
Psychological Traits
Common Symptoms
- •Tires easily
- •Shortness of breath and disinclination to speak
- •Sweats easily
- •Catches colds easily
- •Poor appetite
- •Loose stools
- •Dizziness
Susceptible Conditions
Diet
Recommended Foods
- Huang Qi
- Shan Yao
- Da Zao
- Millet
- Glutinous rice
- Chicken
- Beef
- Mushrooms
- Lotus seed
- Sweet potato
Foods to Avoid
- Raw, cold and cool-natured foods
- Greasy, hard-to-digest foods
- Spicy, stimulating foods
- Cold drinks
- Raw fish
- Watermelon
Sample Recipes
Exercise
Daily Living
- •Avoid overexertion
- •Get enough sleep
- •Keep warm and guard against wind
- •Avoid staying up late
- •Eat regularly
- •Eat small, frequent meals
Seasonal Care
Spring
- • In spring, nourish and soothe the liver
- • Get moderate outdoor activity
Summer
- • Avoid seeking coolness excessively
- • Eat fewer cold drinks
Autumn
- • Guard against dryness and moisten the lungs
- • Go to bed early and rise early
Winter
- • Keep warm
- • Take appropriate tonics
Recommended Herbs
Care Guides
Guides for each dimension of care for the Qi Deficiency Constitution
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Qi Deficiency Constitution?
Insufficient vital qi, mainly characterized by signs of qi deficiency such as fatigue, shortness of breath and spontaneous sweating.
How do you care for the Qi Deficiency Constitution?
Recommended foods: Huang Qi, Shan Yao, Da Zao, Millet, Glutinous rice, Chicken, Beef, Mushrooms, Lotus seed, Sweet potato. Exercise: Tai Chi, Baduanjin, Walking, Jogging, Avoid vigorous exercise and heavy sweating. Daily living: Avoid overexertion, Get enough sleep, Keep warm and guard against wind, Avoid staying up late, Eat regularly, Eat small, frequent meals.
What health problems is the Qi Deficiency Constitution prone to?
People with the Qi Deficiency Constitution are prone to: Common cold, Visceral prolapse, Xu Lao (deficiency exhaustion), Chronic fatigue syndrome, Low blood pressure, Anemia, Chronic gastritis.
What should the Qi Deficiency Constitution eat and avoid?
Recommended foods: Huang Qi, Shan Yao, Da Zao, Millet, Glutinous rice, Chicken, Beef, Mushrooms, Lotus seed, Sweet potato. Foods to avoid: Raw, cold and cool-natured foods, Greasy, hard-to-digest foods, Spicy, stimulating foods, Cold drinks, Raw fish, Watermelon.
Important Notice
For reference only. Not a substitute for diagnosis or treatment by a doctor.
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