Spring Time: Liver Support 🌿
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), we embrace seasonal transitions by adjusting our health routines accordingly. Right now our Liver system's energetics take center stage - facilitating the smooth flow of energy throughout our body, both physically and emotionally. Much like the vibrant growth of new plants during this season, the Liver's movement is characterized by upward and outward motion. When this flow is impeded, we may feel stuck, stagnant, and irritable. Here are five simple home practices to support your liver as we embrace the energy of spring:
Movement: Engage in daily physical activity to keep your Liver Qi flowing, fostering the circulation of energy, blood, and emotions.
Herbal Medicine: Incorporate nettles to alleviate any spring allergies and dandelion to kickstart your body's natural detoxification processes, supporting the Liver's vital functions.
Acupressure: Stimulate Liver 3 through massage about 2 minutes daily to give your Liver an added boost, enhancing its functionality (image below!)
Stress Management: The Liver thrives on freedom of movement and hates stress. Integrate stress-relieving practices such as breathwork and yoga to maintain a harmonious flow of energy.
Nutrition: Opt for foods rich in chlorophyll, such as leafy greens, to aid your liver in processing toxins efficiently. Lemon water's sourness can provide soothing support for your liver.
Happy spring to you all! Book your next stress relieving, spring supporting, Liver Qi flowing treatment here!
