Spring is a season with a high incidence of constipation, and many patients who already have constipation may worsen their condition due to various factors. Some people who were not originally constipated are also prone to constipation during this season. When treating constipation in spring, attention should be paid to nourishing the liver, spleen, and lungs. Many people believe that constipation is caused by excessive internal heat, but in fact, spring constipation is closely related to the liver, spleen, and lungs. The liver is responsible for regulating and releasing qi, and has the function of regulating the flow of qi. If the liver qi is stagnant, the qi stagnation is not sufficient, the large intestine qi is blocked, and constipation is prone to occur. Spring is the season when yang qi rises and develops, and it is also the season when liver qi is strong. During this period, the prevention and treatment of constipation should pay attention to the release of liver qi. The spleen is responsible for the transformation of ingested food into nutrients and their delivery throughout the body. If the spleen's metabolism is disrupted, it can affect the normal functioning of the large intestine, causing food residues to accumulate in the intestines and leading to constipation. The lungs have the function of promoting digestion and regulating the flow of fluids throughout the body. If there are problems with lung function, fluids may not be transported well to the intestines, which may lead to poor bowel movements. Types of constipation that are prone to occur in spring - Liver Qi Stagnation Constipation High incidence Population: People with high stress, lack of exercise, and emotional tendencies often have liver qi discomfort and poor qi circulation. During the spring season when liver qi rises, constipation caused by liver qi stagnation is more likely to occur. Main symptoms: dry or non dry stools, poor bowel movements, bloating, dry mouth and bitter taste. ·People with high incidence of Yin deficiency and constipation: those with irritable personality and high blood pressure. Normally, the liver fire is relatively strong. In spring, when the liver yang rises, it is easy for the liver yang to be overheated, and excessive yang qi can damage yin, which may cause yin deficiency and constipation. Main symptoms: redness of the face and eyes, irritability, insomnia and frequent dreams, soreness and weakness of the waist and knees, oral ulcers, yellow urine, and dry stools. ·The main symptoms of constipation caused by food accumulation include incomplete bowel movements, bloating in the epigastric region, lack of appetite, and bad breath. Rehabilitation method: Zhizhu Pill, mainly composed of Atractylodes macrocephala and Fructus Aurantii, needs to be used by a doctor according to the condition and syndrome differentiation. ·Constipation caused by liver spleen imbalance: The liver belongs to wood and the spleen belongs to earth in the five elements, and the two are closely related. Under normal circumstances, the liver regulates qi circulation and promotes the transformation of the spleen and stomach through its laxative function. If the liver qi is not relaxed, it may lead to a decrease in the spleen's ability to transport and transform, thereby affecting the intestines. Main symptoms: irritability, alternating constipation and diarrhea. ·Lung Qi Deficiency Constipation: If the liver qi is stagnant, it will affect the function of the lungs to promote and reduce, leading to constipation. In addition, people who are allergic to pollen in spring are also prone to constipation due to lung qi deficiency. Main symptoms: weak bowel movements, easy to catch a cold, short sweating and exhalation. Spring Liver Soothing Tips: Soaking peppermint, roses, and goji berries in water as a tea substitute has the effect of soothing the liver and relieving depression. ·Boil raw malt and citron in water for about 20 minutes, then add an appropriate amount of jasmine, which has the effect of soothing the liver and promoting bowel movements. Tip: When using the above methods of recuperation, it is important to note that due to individual differences in constitution, treatment should be based on syndrome differentiation. (New Society)