118 - Calming the Liver (Yi Gan San)

Categories: psyche, nerves, insomnia, detox, metabolism, immunity, , Liver system, Spleen system, Lung system, digestion, fatigue

Recipe use according to traditional Chinese medicine:

-harmonizes the Liver and Spleen

-releases Liver Qi

-stirs up stagnation

-strengthens the Spleen

-replenishes and stirs the blood

-transforms Tan

- calmsLiver Wind

Description:

A prescription for disharmony between the Liver and Spleen when wind and/or heat bother the Heart.

Imbalance between the Liver and Spleen is one of the most common problems, especially in children. Liver stagnation generates heat and a weakened Spleen generates mucus. The Spleen does not produce enough blood, which is the substrate for the spirit of Shen. The emptiness of the blood gives rise to an inner wind that harasses the Shen spirit and leads to restlessness and insomnia. The blend is especially for children with manifestations such as night restlessness, night terrors, gnashing of teeth in sleep, frightening dreams, headaches, irritability, excessive salivation or congestion.

Indications:

-lack of concentration, restlessness, irritability

-sensations of distension in the abdomen

-lack of appetite and indigestion

-excessive salivation or constipation

-tightness in the chest

-headaches or dizziness

-restless sleep, night terrors, gnashing of teeth

- crampsand febrile convulsions

-fatigue

-drowsiness

Modern Uses:

-sleep disorders in children

-grinding of teeth in sleep

-night terrors and nightmares

-tantrums, aggression

- convulsions, tics, spasms, tremors

-attention deficit disorder, hyperactivity

-tension headaches

-upper back and neck muscle stiffness

Language:

-red

Pulse:

-stringy or rapid

Contraindications:

- Rise ofthe Yang Liver from insufficiency of Yin.

-Heat of the Liver in excess.

Recommendation:

-It is advisable to modify diet and follow a sleep rhythm.

Recipe Ingredients: