What is TCM constitution? Physique is an inherent characteristic of an individual that is formed congenitally and shaped later in life in terms of morphological structure, physiological function and psychological factors, and is relatively stable. What are the reasons for the formation of TCM physique? 1. congenital factors; 2. acquired factors (natural environment, diet, age, gender differences, social environment ……). How to recognize the physique? Physique can be divided into 9 types, i.e., calm, qi-vacant, yin-vacant, yang-vacant, phlegm-damp, damp-heat, blood-stagnant, qi-yu and special endowment, each of which has its own characteristics. Physique adjustment: Physique can be adjusted through psychological, exercise, diet adjustment and appropriate Chinese medicine, acupuncture and other methods, which is conducive to health care and disease prevention. Body disease related: Different body types have different physiological and psychological characteristics, which are related to the occurrence of certain diseases. What is the relationship between TCM physique and subhealth? 1. Biased physique is more likely to have subhealth; 2. Biased physique is more likely to have recurring subhealth; 3. Biased physique in TCM may be a built-in factor for the transformation of health to subhealth, which promotes the process of subhealth development. Physique type A: moist face and complexion, dense and lustrous hair, lustrous gaze, bright nose, good sense of smell, red lips, not easily fatigued, energetic, tolerant of heat and cold, good sleep, poor appetite, normal bowel movements, light tongue with thin white coating, slow and strong pulse. Qi deficiency quality (type B): low voice, shortage of breath, lazy speech, easily fatigued, poor spirit, easy sweating, light red tongue, teeth marks on the edge of the tongue, weak pulse. Yang deficiency quality (type C): coldness, lack of warmth in the hands and feet, preference for hot food, lack of energy, light, fat and tender tongue, sluggish pulse. Yin deficiency (type D): hot hands and feet, dry mouth and throat, slightly dry nose, thirsty for cold drinks, dry stools, red tongue with little fluid, fine pulse. Phlegm-damp quality (type E): more facial skin grease, sweaty and sticky, obese, chest tightness, phlegm, mouth sticky or sweet, like to eat fatty sweet sticky, greasy coating, smooth pulse. Damp-heat quality (type F): oily face, acne prone, bitter mouth, dry mouth, heavy body, sticky stools or dry knots, short yellow urine, men prone to scrotal dampness, women prone to increased dysbiosis. Blood silt quality (G type): dull complexion, pigmentation, easy to appear bruises, dull lips, dull tongue or bruises, purple dull or thickened veins under the tongue, astringent pulse. Qiyu quality (H type): depressed, emotionally fragile, bored and unhappy. Endowment (type I): common asthma, wind mass, itchy throat, nasal congestion, sneezing, etc. Physical health secrets 1, yin and yang balance of peace and quality (type A) Diet: it is appropriate to regular, moderate, not partial food, not addicted to food, eat more grains and cereals and fruits and vegetables. Ensure the rationalization of daily diet: 1, “eat well in the morning”, breakfast warm stomach, nutritious food; 2, “eat full at noon”; 3, “eat less at night”, dinner eat light, easy to digest Food is the main focus. The principle of “nourishing Yang in spring and summer, nourishing Yin in autumn and winter” should be followed. Exercise: It is advisable to maintain and enhance the existing good condition through exercise, so that the level of physical fitness can be further improved, you can choose brisk walking, running, ball games, gymnastics and equipment training and other sports items. Chinese medicine: not easy to take tonic, if the drug tonic instead easy to destroy the balance of yin and Yang. 2, easy to catch a cold qi deficiency quality (type B) Diet: appropriate nature of calm, warm and easy to digest food, such as millet, sweet potatoes, yams, fungus, tofu, chicken, apples, etc.. Prohibit greasy and indigestible, cold and bitter, spicy and hot foods. Take care of your daily life: pay attention to climate change, seasonal transformation, prevent respiratory diseases, prevent excessive fatigue and keep your feet warm. Exercise: suitable for small and gentle exercise, such as walking, stair climbing, taijiquan, gymnastics, etc. Chinese medicine: the formula with four Junzi soup, tonic Zhong Yi Qi pill, etc., acupuncture optional Baihui, Fengchi, Yongquan and other points. 3, like warmth and fear of cold Yang deficiency (type C) Diet: easy to digest, warm food to help warm the spleen and kidneys, such as round-grained rice, garlic, onions, ginger, longan, eggs, etc.. Avoid raw and cold fruits and vegetables, high-fat foods, and limit strong tea, alcohol, and gas-producing foods (radish, yam). Living regimen: pay attention to climate change, seasonal transformation, prevent respiratory diseases, prevent excessive fatigue, pay attention to keep feet warm, avoid direct air conditioning in summer. Exercise: Outdoor activities should be conducted in sunny places, such as walking, climbing and playing badminton. Chinese medicine: the formula uses Jin Kui Kidney Qi Pills, etc., and acupuncture can be selected from Qi Hai, Guan Yuan, Foot San Li and other points. 4, fear of heat and not afraid of cold Yin deficiency quality (D type) Diet: to light and easy to digest, sweet and cold, nourishing the kidney Yin diet is appropriate, such as coix seeds, lily, green beans, pears, duck eggs, etc.. Avoid smoking, alcohol, fatty, dry and spicy products. Living regimen: avoid high temperature environment, take 10 minutes every day to let yourself clarify your mind and keep your mind quiet. Exercise: Avoid hot sun or high temperature exercise, abdominal massage to keep the bowels open, choose walking, jogging, yoga and other forms of exercise. Chinese medicine: formula with six-flavored dihuang pills, zuo gui pills, etc., acupuncture can choose three yin jiao, foot three li, taixi, shining sea and other points. 5, the form of obese phlegm damp quality (E type) diet: comply with the “five low a high” (low calorie, low sugar, low salt, low fat, low protein, high fiber) diet principles, meat as far as possible to white meat instead of red meat, vegetable oil instead of animal oil, more steam, boiled, baked way to cook food. Forbid deep-fried foods, animal offal, and pickled foods, etc. Living: Avoid depression and anger, rain and cold water, loose clothing, and foot baths before bedtime. Exercise: Outdoor activities should be carried out in sunny places, such as walking, climbing and playing badminton. Chinese medicine: formula with flat stomach, etc., acupuncture can be selected from the acupuncture points such as Sanyinjiao and Fenglong. 6, for acne distressed damp-heat quality (F type) Diet: it is advisable to eat light, sweet cold food, such as barley, winter melon, tomatoes, cucumber, bitter melon, watermelon, grapefruit, coconut, mung beans, etc.. Avoid fatty, sweet, spicy, hot and tonic food, also avoid eating too much acidic food (most meat and seafood are acidic food, most fruits and vegetables are alkaline food). Rest and recuperation: cultivate more slow and patient leisure projects, such as the next period, calligraphy, fishing, walking, listening to music, etc., and avoid staying up late. Exercise: Suitable for exercise, such as running, various ball games, etc. Chinese medicine: formula with Ganlu disinfectant dan, etc., acupuncture can be selected from the foot three miles, Yinlingquan, Fenglong, Quchi and other points. 7.Dark complexion of blood stasis (G type) Diet: sweet and warm food with blood-boosting effect, such as brown rice, black rice, eggplant, kumquat, hawthorn, a small amount of yellow wine, wine, etc.. Avoid foods with high salt and fat that aggravate blood viscosity; eat less sweet potatoes, chestnuts and other foods that are easily flatulent; do not eat fried and pickled foods; do not eat too much cold and raw food. Living regimen: avoid excessive tension, fatigue and anger, panic and other adverse emotions, pay attention to home ventilation, clothing and warmth, and hot water foot bath before bed. Exercise: Do more aerobic exercises to promote blood circulation, such as walking, hiking, yoga, etc. Chinese medicine: formula with peach and red four-item soup, Gui Zhi Fu Ling Wan, etc. Acupuncture can be selected from the Sea of Blood, Sanyinjiao, Foot San Li, Hegu and other points. 8, depressed qi deficiency (H type) Diet: it is advisable to eat food with qi flow and depression, such as wheat, lotus seeds, kelp, bananas, kumquats, rose tea, honey, etc.. Avoid foods that are difficult to digest. Living and regulating: pay attention to the adjustment of emotions, to participate in more collective activities, to lift the self-imposed closed state. Make more friends and confide in them in time. Exercise: It is advisable to play outdoor sports with higher intensity, such as ball games, mountain climbing, aerobics, fast walking and other sports. Chinese medicine: the formula with prolotherapy, Chaihu sparing the liver, etc., acupuncture optional Tai Chong, Shen Men, Nei Guan and other points. 9, allergy-prone endowment (type I) Diet: It is advisable to have foods that are calm and warm to nourish lung energy, such as glutinous rice, round-grained rice, millet, almonds, lilies, silver fungus, green vegetables, apples, oranges, beef, pork, etc. Take care of your life: reduce stress, stay away from allergens and eliminate them. Exercise: Do not do over-intense exercise, but choose qigong, taijiquan, baduanjin, walking, jogging, swimming (should pay attention to the water temperature and water quality) and other forms of exercise. Chinese medicine: prescriptions such as yupingfeng san, dispelling wind san, allergy decoction, etc., acupuncture can be selected from the foot three li, hegu, lung acupoint, blood sea and other points. The highest level of health is the basic right of every person. We should establish the health value that life is the first need and health is the most precious wealth and the biggest investment; have the health concept of taking the initiative to adapt to the relationship between human and human, human and nature, human and society with our own behavior, pursue the physical, mental and social integrity, and be a physically and mentally healthy person.