I love how TCM Nutrition can heal our bodies, and TCM food cures are amazing if the patient is willing to be compliant.

I was born premature. Ten weeks premature actually! According to my mom (who smoked 2 packs a day during her pregnancy), babies are born early all the time and smoking had nothing to do with it! Okay!

Nevertheless, I probably couldn’t wait to get out of there and finally breathe fresh air. I was put in an incubator for weeks because I wasn’t able to breathe on my own (duh!) Of course, I had asthma as a child but fortunately for me, as I grew older my lungs got stronger and I’ve never had to deal with any bronchial issues ever again (touch wood).

Here are the best foods according to TCM Nutrition for Lung patterns. As well as, some great recommendations. Bon appetit!

 

TCM Lu Pattern foods

 

Lung Qi Deficiency

Symptoms of Lung Qi Deficiency include fatigue, weak voice, shortness of breath, and frequent colds. To address this pattern, consider incorporating the following foods into your diet

  • Carrots
  • Oats
  • Rice
  • Sweet potatoes
  • Yams
  • Garlic
  • Molasses
  • Fatty fish

A sample meal for Lung Qi Deficiency might include steamed salmon with a side of sauerkraut and sweet potatoes, followed by hot cacao with organic cacao.

 

Lung Yin Deficiency

Lung Yin Deficiency is characterized by a dry throat, dry cough, heat at night, and red cheeks. Recommended foods for this pattern include

  • Pears
  • Apples
  • Bananas
  • Tofu
  • Clams
  • Tempeh
  • Seeds and nuts

A nourishing meal for Lung Yin Deficiency could consist of warm porridge with poached pear and honey, baked fatty fish with kale and roasted apples, or stir-fried tempeh with greens and mushrooms.

 

Seasonal Considerations

TCM emphasizes the importance of eating seasonally to support lung health. During the fall season, which is associated with the lungs in TCM, consider incorporating warm, hydrating foods like pears, apples, and soups into your diet.

 

Mindful Eating Practices

To maximize the benefits of TCM nutrition, it’s essential to practice mindful eating. This includes:

  1. Chewing your food thoroughly
  2. Avoiding distractions like phones during meals
  3. Eating seasonal and local foods
  4. Adapting your diet to your personal health tendencies and cultural background

Remember, TCM nutrition is not a one-size-fits-all approach. It’s important to consider your patient’s individual constitution and any specific health concerns when implementing dietary changes.

By embracing TCM nutritional principles and incorporating lung-supportive foods into your patient’s diet, they can take proactive steps toward improving their respiratory health and overall well-being.

You might also like Healing Food for TCM Kidney Patterns and Healing Foods for TCM Liver Patterns.

Keep rocking it with TCM!

Clara
TCM Geek