Many friends do not understand the methods of nourishing and protecting the liver. The liver is an important detoxification organ of the human body. It decomposes toxic substances absorbed by the intestines and stomach into non-toxic substances, and then excretes them from the body with the help of the bile. Poor liver function causes Toxins cannot be excreted from the body and the body will not be well, so it is very important to nourish the liver every day. Let’s take a look at how moxibustion is good for the liver.
Why does the liver have problems?
Many people think that a bad liver must be caused by drinking, smoking or even taking too many medicines. However, they are not the invisible killer that causes the most damage to the liver. Let’s take a look at the ranking below!
01Negative Emotion
Foreign studies have found that irritable people are 8 times more likely to suffer from liver disease than the average person! An instant burst of anger will cause the qi of liver to be reversed and liver yang to surge; holding it in without finding a way to relieve it will also lead to blockage of liver qi, which can easily lead to a series of discomforts such as stomachache, abdominal pain, headache, and chest tightness.
Modern people are under great pressure and are prone to anger, anxiety,and depression.These negative emotions are likely to lead to liver function disorders.
02Excessive drinking
Alcohol has two sides. Appropriate drinking can relax muscles and activate blood circulation.Excessive drinking can harm our body.One in every four patients with alcoholic liver disease may develop liver fibrosis.1.5%-8% of patients with alcoholic liver disease may develop cirrhosis.The harm of excessive drinking to the human body is obvious from our face.
The phenomenon of blushing after drinking alcohol is called flushing in medicine. It means that the body has more alcohol dehydrogenase and less acetaldehyde dehydrogenase, which makes the main component of alcohol, ethanol, convert into acetaldehyde very quickly. At the same time, the liver needs to provide a large amount of P450 enzymes convert them into acetate. Excessive drinking consumes more P450 enzymes in the liver, which is extremely harmful to the body. Especially for people with liver disease, it can cause the disease to worsen or relapse.
Overeating and excessive intake of high-fat, high-calorie foods can cause excessive fat to surround liver cells, and the cells cannot normally obtain nutrients from the blood, leading to steatohepatitis due to ischemia.
03Improper medication
A study in the "British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology" stated that long-term use of painkillers and other drugs will increase the detoxification burden on the liver and lead to liver damage.Severe drug-induced liver injury can cause liver failure, causing large-scale necrosis or severe damage to liver cells, and the overall case fatality rate is as high as more than 50%.
Some experts pointed out that clinically found that there are six types of drugs that are most likely to damage the liver and cause "drug liver", including anti-tuberculosis drugs, hypolipidemic drugs, antibiotics, antipyretics and analgesics, sleeping pills, etc.These types of drugs are sold in large quantities in pharmacies. If the patient does not take the medicine according to the doctor's instructions,increases the dose at will,extends the course of treatment,or uses the medicine irregularly,it may cause serious adverse reactions and cause liver damage.
Studies have found that the most common medication behaviors that damage the liver in China are:taking multiple cold medicines at the same time(causing an overdose of paracetamol),taking Chinese herbal medicines indiscriminately(overdosing or wrong medication,trusting unreliable folk remedies), and abusing antibiotics.So we must take medicine as directed by the doctor.
Liver nourishing moxibustion acupoints
01Moxibustion on Ganyu points
Nourish the liver and the blood to help detoxify
The effect of moxibustion: Ganyu is the beiyu point of the liver,which is the reaction point of the liver on the back.Moxibustion at Ganyu can nourish the liver and replenish liver blood,relax and regulate qi,and if the liver function is normal,it can effectively decompose toxins in the body and help other organs to excrete toxins.
Moxibustion method:Adjust the position of your body,the moxibustionist holds a lit moxa stick and aims the lit end at the acupuncture point,2-3 cm away from the skin.The treatment lasts for 10-20 minutes.You can also use a moxa box to operate it yourself.
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02Moxibustion on Taichong points
Regulate Qi, blood and liver
The effect of moxibustion: Taichong refers to the point where the qi and blood of the liver meridian rush upward.Taichong is an acupoint on the liver meridian of Zujueyin.Treat at Taichong can relieve the heat in the liver meridian and regulate qi and blood through the action of the meridians,nourish the liver.
The location of Taichong point: It is located between the first and second metatarsal bones on the back of the foot, in the depression in front of the joint of the metatarsal base. Use your fingers to move upward along the gap between the big toe and the second toe until you can feel the artery. The location of Taichong point.
Moxibustion method:Take a sitting position,lean your feet slightly forward,hold a lit moxa stick in your hand,then aim the lit end at the acupuncture point,2-3 cm away from the skin, and treat for 10-20 minutes.
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03Moxibustion on Zusanli points
Ensure the normal circulation of Qi and blood and replenish Qi and blood at time
Efficacy of moxibustion: Zusanli belongs to the Tu meridian,which has the effect of regulating the spleen and stomach,regulating qi and blood,helping digestion,and replenishing weakness.Moxibustion on the Zusanli acupoint can adjust the digestive system to make it more functional,absorb nutrients and increase energy,and have a strong effect on various systems throughout the body.
Moxibustion method:Adjust the position of your body,the moxibustionist holds a lit moxa stick and aims the lit end at the acupuncture point,2-3 cm away from the skin.The treatment lasts for 10-20 minutes.
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In addition to moxibustion on these acupoints, paying more attention to the details of life in spring can also protect the liver.Make sure you get enough sleep every day, don't stay up late,and don't overwork yourself.Go outdoors for appropriate exercise,maintain a good mood,don’t be irritable,and learn to control your emotions.
Note: The above content is for reference only.Moxibustion cannot replace medical treatment.If you feel uncomfortable, please see a doctor in time!
