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Vol. 24 Spleen Energy Part-II

This is continued from the last time.

SP and ST (Spleen and Stomach) are related to nutritional disorders since they control the function of digestion.
In cases where young women are not menstruating, one possible cause might be from the lack of nutrition due to dieting. In cases of people feeling cold, this could also be caused by the lack of nutrition.
It is important to eat grains in order to strengthen the SP and ST.
If possible, it is recommended to eat brown rice which is more nutritious.

SP and ST control the amount of water under the skin.
When SP and ST become weak, the water canft be controlled, resulting in edema. On the contrary, if water is unable to be stored under the skin due to the weakness of SP and ST, the body becomes thinner and thinner, a condition known as one form of diabetes.

SP and ST control joints.
When someone catches a cold and has achy joints, the cold is caused by the weakness of SP and ST. When joints such as the knees have heat, swell and are painful, it is especially related to SP and ST.

Mentally speaking, when we think too much, SP and ST become weak.
When we think too much in bed and can't fall asleep for a while, this is caused by the weakness of SP and ST.
Mania and depression have a strong relationship to SP and ST, and the main treatment is strengthening SP and ST.

Finally, the SP and ST control the mouth. If the lips are rough, canker sores are present or there are cuts on the sides of lips then the SP and ST are weak.





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