Post Date December, 03 2023
The deficiency of the essence, qi, yin, and yang in the kidney can be called kidney deficiency. Kidney deficiency can be divided into kidney yin deficiency and kidney yang deficiency. Kidney yin refers to the essence of the kidney, while kidney yang refers to the function of the kidney. The main symptoms are soreness and weakness in the waist and knees, restlessness and heat in the five hearts, and also the following symptoms: dizziness and tinnitus, weight loss, insomnia and dreaminess, redness and hot flashes in the cheekbones, night sweats, dry throat, strong yang in men, premature ejaculation due to ejaculation, oligomenorrhea, amenorrhea, metrorrhagia, infertility, and short and yellow urine in women. The main symptoms of kidney yang deficiency are soreness and weakness in the waist and knees, fear of cold and cold limbs. Symptoms include: low energy, dizziness and dizziness, tinnitus and deafness, impotence, premature ejaculation, enuresis, infertility due to semen cold or uterine cold, accompanied by clear and long urine, frequent urination at night, unpleasant urination, difficulty urinating, and a clear valley.
What are the types of traditional Chinese medicine for tonifying the kidney
Deer antler has the functions of tonifying kidney yang, benefiting essence and blood, strengthening muscles and bones, etc. It is used for impotence and premature ejaculation caused by kidney yang deficiency, deficiency of essence and blood, infertility caused by cold uterus in women, frequent urination, waist and knee pain, and muscle and bone weakness. In traditional Chinese medicine, ginseng antler, kidney powder, Guilingji, Guilingwan, and other ingredients are mainly composed of deer antler. According to modern research, deer antler contains hormones, glia, calcium phosphate, calcium carbonate, etc. It has a male hormone like effect, which can enhance gonadal function, enhance body metabolism, and eliminate fatigue; Promote the regeneration of ulcers and wounds, accelerate healing, and promote fracture healing. This product is often mixed with pills and powders, with a dosage of 0.6-3g each time.
Xianling Spleen, also known as Epimedium, has the functions of tonifying the kidney and strengthening yang, strengthening muscles and bones, and dispelling wind and dampness. It is used for erectile dysfunction, infertility caused by cold uterus in women, hypertension due to kidney yang deficiency, menopausal syndrome, waist and knee weakness, loose teeth, hair loss, and rheumatic muscle and bone pain. According to modern research, Xianling Spleen mainly contains icariin and other ingredients. Xianling Spleen Extract has a male hormone like effect, which can promote semen secretion and lower blood sugar; It has the effect of improving the function of the pituitary adrenal cortex system and promoting antibody formation. The daily dosage of this decoction is 5 grams to 15 grams.
Cistanche deserticola has the functions of tonifying the kidney and strengthening yang, moistening the intestines and promoting bowel movements. It is used for impotence, premature ejaculation, infertility caused by cold uterus in women, bleeding insipidus, sequelae of poliomyelitis, and elderly frailty, as well as for those with intestinal dryness and constipation after illness and postpartum. According to modern research, Cistanche deserticola contains trace amounts of alkaloids and crystalline neutral substances, which have the effect of improving the function of the pituitary adrenal cortex system and promoting antibody formation. The daily dosage of this decoction is 10 grams to 30 grams.
Cuscuta chinensis has the function of tonifying the kidney and essence, nourishing the liver and improving the eyesight. It is used for waist and knee pain, spermatorrhea, diabetes, incontinence to urination, dim eyes, etc. Among the traditional Chinese medicine, nourishing and fitness pills, Wuzi Yanzong pills, etc., and dodder seed are all the main ingredients. According to modern research, Cuscuta chinensis contains glycosides and vitamin A like substances. Animal experiments have shown that it has effects on uterine contraction and anti diuresis. The daily dosage of this decoction is 10-15 grams.
Sesame seed
Ganping has the effect of tonifying the liver and kidney, and nourishing the five organs. As recorded in the "Classic of Materia Medica", "Sesame has a peaceful odor, is not cold or hot, and is a good grain for tonifying the liver and kidney." Especially for people with kidney deficiency, such as waist soreness, weak legs, dizziness, tinnitus, dry hair, and early gray hair, and dry stools, it is most suitable to eat.
Millet
Also known as millet or barley. It can nourish kidney qi. It is said in the Records of Famous Doctors and Southern Yunnan Materia Medica that "millet nourishes kidney qi." Ming Li Shizhen also said: "millet is the grain of the kidney. Kidney disease is suitable for eating. Cooking Congee benefits the elixir field and tonifies the deficiency."
Bovine bone marrow
It has the effects of moistening the lungs, tonifying the kidneys, and nourishing the marrow. The Compendium of Materia Medica states that it can "moisten the lungs, tonify the kidneys, nourish the muscles, and delight the face". It is particularly suitable for those with kidney deficiency, emaciation, and loss of blood essence.
Sheep bone
Warm in nature and sweet in taste, it can nourish the kidneys and strengthen muscles and bones. According to "The Essentials of Drinking and Eating", "The tail bone of the sheep benefits the kidney tomorrow, replenishes the deficiency and cold of the lower energizer." In the "Compendium of Materia Medica", it is recorded that "the spine bone of the sheep supplements bone deficiency, unblocks the meridians, and treats low back pain and diarrhea. The tibia bone of the sheep governs weak spleen, and kidney deficiency cannot absorb essence, resulting in white and turbid blood." In the Tang Dynasty, "The Heart Mirror of the Food Doctor" also introduced: "To treat kidney deficiency and cold, the waist and spine cannot rotate: one sheep spine bone, crushed and boiled, and eaten on an empty stomach." For those who suffer from kidney deficiency, fatigue, waist and knee weakness, and fear of cold, and muscle and bone, It is most suitable for eating.
(Intern Editor: Liu Jinhao)
