2023year

Year-end and New Year greetings

　We would like to express our deep gratitude for your special patronage on a daily basis.

It's early, and this year is just around the corner.

Thank you very much for promoting Ikeda Acupuncture and Moxibustion Clinic over the past year.

I will do my best to be of even more help to you next year, so thank you very much.

In addition, we will be closed on the following dates during the year-end and New Year holidays.

Year-end and New Year holidays December 29, 2023 (Friday) ~ January 3, 2024 (Wednesday)

2023We will provide medical treatment as usual from 9:00 on Thursday, January 4, 2008

We will respond to emergencies and inquiries while the clinic is closed to the extent possible. Give us a call.

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We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your understanding.

Please have a good New Year.

We look forward to your continued patronage of Ikeda Acupuncture and Moxibustion Clinic.

Life in Chinese Medicine Episode 65 When the function of qi decreases

The six functions of "qi", "production of blood and water", "carrying nutrients to the whole body", "warming the body", "defending the body and increasing resistance"
When problems occur in "preventing leakage of sweat, blood, urine, etc." and "maintaining the position of internal organs", the following disorders will occur.

・ When there is a lack of blood and water production
Easily tired, lethargic, lack of stretching, shortness of breath, low voice, lack of strength in the eyes, lack of power in bowel movements
・ When nutrients are no longer transported to the whole body
Feeling thin, tired easily, pale, partially anemia, anxiety and panic
・ When the function of warming the body decreases
Hands and feet become cold, chills, urine becomes thin and smooth, complexion becomes pale
・ When the body's defense function decreases
I catch a cold easily, I sweat even though I don't do anything
・ When the effect of preventing leakage of sweat, blood, urine, etc. decreases
Irregular bleeding, menstrual irregularities, and urine leakage
・ When the function of maintaining the position of the internal organs decreases
Stomach ptosis, uterine prolapse, anal prolapse, lower body gain
　
It's surprising how many different disorders can occur.

The Life of Chinese Medicine Episode 64 - The Winter Solstice is a Day of Great Luck

"Winter Solstice"The"A very wonderful day"Did you know that?
　"Winter Solstice"is the day of the year when the position of the sun is at its lowest, and the night is longer.
In other words, after that, the sun will be higher, so the bright hours will gradually increase.
　"Yin"and"Yang"Speaking of which,"Winter Solstice"The"Yin"The day when it is deepest.
From that day on"Yang"begins.
Perhaps,In the past, the power of the sun became stronger = the power to live became stronger.
It must have been a day full of hope.
"Winter Solstice"is such a wonderful"Yang"It is the day of the beginning.

　"Winter Solstice"The"Yin"is the peak, again"Yang"I'm going home, so"One Yang Comeback" andIt is said.
From that day on, your luck will start to rise.
If you have ever had a bad time,"Winter Solstice"I'm sure something good will happen from the next day.
　"Winter Solstice"is such a wonderful day of opportunity.

Life in Kampo Episode 63 The Relationship Between Fatigue and Urine Leakage

You get tired easily, you feel lethargic, you lose your ability to stay put, you have trouble concentrating, your hands and feet get cold, you get cold, you get cold...
Such a symptom is a symptom of lack of qi called "qi emptiness".

At the same time, many people suffer from symptoms such as thin and smooth urine, leakage of urine, easy weight gain in the lower body, stomach ptosis and prolapse, and continuous menstruation.

The cause of urine leakage is often due to weakening of the kidneys, but it can also be caused by a lack of qi or "qi deficiency".

"Qi" has the following functions in the body.
Produces blood and water
・ Transports nutrients to the whole body
・ Warms up the body
・ Protects the body and strengthens immunity
・ Prevent leakage of sweat, blood, urine, etc.
・ Maintain the position of internal organs

If this function of preventing the leakage of sweat, blood, urine, etc. is malfunctioning, symptoms such as urine leakage and menstruation will continue to appear.
Since there are many functions of "qi", the symptom of "qi emptiness" is indeed a disorder.

Year-end and New Year holidays

Notice of new year holidays

12 moon 29 Sun (Fri) Closed
　　 　 30 Sun (Sat) Closed
　　 　 31 SunClosed
January 1 (Mon) Closed
　 　 　 2 Sun (Tue) Closed
　　 　 3 Sun (Wed) Closed

We are forever grateful for your exceptional kindness throughout this year.
I wish all of you a happy and happy New Year.
Ikeda acupuncture

Life of Chinese Medicine Episode 62 - The Mother of the Lungs is the Spleen

When dust and bacteria enter, from the bronchial mucosa"Phlegm"It is secreted to wrap the foreign body and carry it to the throat.
What you mean"Phlegm"plays the role of a mop.
However, this"Phlegm"If the amount is large, the chest will be painful, and vice versa."Phlegm"When the number of"Phlegm"It becomes sticky and uncut, and various discomforts come out.

　"The spleen is the source of phlegm, and the lungs are a vessel for phlegm storage."It is said.
In other words, the relationship between water production and storage.
The gastrointestinal tract is related to the production of water and the storage of water in the lungs, and no matter which function is dysfunctional,"Phlegm"It affects the
For example, if the spleen function is dysfunctional due to the heat of summer,"Water poisoning"occurs in the lungs"Phlegm"It builds up and my chest hurts.
On the other hand, when the function of phlegm storage in the lungs is dysfunctional due to dryness in autumn and winter,"Phlegm"There is less dry cough and"Phlegm"I can't cut it and my chest hurts.
　"Phlegm"Gastrointestinal medications may be used to treat asthma and cough, which are often painful.
Tends to get tired easily or catch colds, etc."Spleen"It is a treatment for those who have a complaint.
This method is"Cultivating Native Wealth"It is called.

In terms of the relationship between the five elements, metal (lungs) and earth (spleen) are mutually beneficial relationships that help each other.
In other words, by supplementing the soil, which is the mother, you protect your child's money.

Life of Chinese Medicine Episode 61 Autumn is as spicy as it is and a lot of sour things

Each season of food has its own "five colors" and "five flavors" that are said to be good for health.
The color of autumn is "white", and the taste is "spicy".

The pungent taste works on the "lungs" of the "five organs".
Spicy foods warm the body, improve blood circulation, promote sweating, and circulate "blood" and "qi".
When the cold of late autumn adds, warming them with spicy foods such as green onions, ginger, gourds, peppers, shiso, chili peppers, and star anise will improve the function of the lungs.

White foods also moisturize the lungs.
White fungus, lotus root, radish, lily root, yam, etc.

However, if you eat too much spicy food, your lungs will become too active, which can easily result in damage to the function of your liver.
The "lungs" and "liver" are called "mutual conflict" and keep each other in check.
Therefore, it is said that it is good to take a sour taste that invigorates the liver.

This relationship is called "less spicy and more sour", and it teaches you to eat spicy foods in moderation and actively eat pickled plums, vinegared foods, and sour fruits.

Life of Chinese Medicine Episode 60 On the Day of the Beginning of Winter

Autumn is finally deepening, and the colors of late autumn are getting darker.
If we compare the annual cycle to a day, winter corresponds to midnight, spring to morning, summer to midday, and autumn to evening.
The beginning of winter is after evening and it's time to get ready for bed.

To improve your immune system, it is necessary to maintain your body by getting a good night's sleep during the golden hour.
The beginning of winter can be said to be a preparation period for a good night's sleep.

This is the season when the difference in temperature between the day is said to be the largest.
When you go out to work, shopping, etc., check the morning weather forecast and prepare your clothes.
During this season, I try to protect my back and stomach by layering two tank tops and using a sleeveless blouson.
It's the season when ingredients that warm the body using spices and cooked dishes, such as hot pots and oden, are delicious.

Autumn curing

As a health regimen in life, it is said that autumn is only a time to organize and finish things, and not to consume too much energy by forcing yourself to start new things.

Foods that supplement the "lungs" that are prone to problems include lotus root, tomatoes, lily roots, white jellyfish, white sesame seeds, pork, pears, persimmons, and grapes.
White foods are often classified as moisturizing the body and protecting it from the harm of dryness, so it is a good idea to refer to it.
It is also said that when you feel unwell due to dryness, it is important to avoid eating too much of spicy (thermogenic) foods such as chili peppers and spices, as they can aggravate the situation.

　
In addition, autumn makes you feel more depressed and sentimental. This is said to occur due to a decrease in sunshine hours and a drop in temperature.
As a countermeasure against such mental disorders, traditional Chinese medicine teaches that in autumn, you should go to bed early and wake up early, and try to be as calm as possible and not regret or jealousy.
　
　
In addition to the above, many people complain of sluggishness and gastrointestinal upset in early autumn by eating too much cold food and drinking in the summer or cooling their bodies too much with air conditioning. If you feel any of these discomforts, it is a good idea to first try to eat a reasonable amount of warm food that is easy to digest (about 7~8 minutes on your stomach).
Be careful because poor health due to the seasons often occurs at the timing that crosses the season, such as "summer discomfort occurs at the beginning of autumn" and "autumn discomfort occurs at the beginning of winter".


I hope that you will make use of your knowledge of lifestyle regimen and Chinese medicine to spend a leisurely and healthy autumn season.

Chinese Medicine Life Episode 59 Drying from the "Outside" and "Inside the Body"

In the summer, due to too much humidity, my gastrointestinal tract worked poorly, and I suffered from problems such as poor water drainage and muddy blood.
　Cold and dampnessandHumid heatAs there is,DryingThere is also dryness from the outside and dryness from the inside of the body.

Prevent dryness from the outside that occurs in the autumn season"External dryness"It is called.
On the other hand, if you sweat too much in the summer, lack of sleep, or continue to get cold due to air conditioning, your body's radiator function will deteriorate, causing rough skin and colds.
This dryness is"Inner dryness"It is called.
Autumn"External dryness"There is no way to prevent it,"Inner dryness"is at your own risk.

But don't worry.
In autumn, you should try to eat foods that moisturize your dry body.

　・ Sour and sweet
Just imagining pomegranates, apricots, grapes, mandarin oranges, lemons, etc. will make your mouth sour.
・ Things that moisturize the lungs
Apricot, radish, yam, white fungus, lily root, pear, ginkgo, honey
　・ White ingredients
White fungus, lotus root, radish, lily root, yam, etc.
　・ Foods that moisturize blood and essence and supplement nutrients
Chicken, pork, quail eggs, soft-shelled turtle, milk, black beans, black sesame, yam, goji berries, etc.
　・ Protecting the body from colds (be careful not to take too much)
Spices such as ginger, green onion, gourd, and shiso