Lately patients are showing up at my office with Lung issues. Their chief complaint is either a funky cough that sticks around, lots of mucus, shortness of breath; or feelings of Sadness and Depression.
These things are typical in the Fall, however some of this is the residual effects of Covid-19.
Persons are also dealing with some Seasonal Allergies. The Lungs are a solid Yin Organ, and are associated with the Large Intestine, corresponding to the Metal Element.
Our Lungs are the uppermost Organ that shelters all of the other Internal Organs.
The Lung spreads the Qi through the Interior and Exterior aspect of the torso.
Related to water metabolism the Lungs helps blood circulation and the Autonomic Nervous System and the Immune System.
In Chinese Medicine the Lungs include the Psycho-Emotional aspects of Integrity Attachment and Grief. Our Lungs also have a powerful Spiritual Influence on our entire Being!
The main functions of the Lungs are:
Governs Respiration
Controls Blood Vessels
Regulates Water Passage
Controls Skin and Body Hair
Opens to the Nose
Emotional Aspect Sadness and Grief
In the Fall our Lungs are the most active. During this Season, Strong Winds and the excessive consumption of pungent foods or drinks can cause Lung problems and over-exposure to dryness, will hurt the Lungs.
Pungent foods like Garlic and Green Onions will Tonify both the Lungs and Large Intestine. The color white is used to strengthen the Lungs and the sound Shhh, Sss and Shang are used to purge the Lungs.
When a patient comes in with complaint of a cough or any shortness of breath; I begin with Acupuncture to Balance The Lung Qi Council, them I make Diet Recommendations. Any cause of Emotional Problems; my suggestion is Medical Qi Gong or Homeopathic Treatments.
Once we determined the underline cause of a problem, there are various Natural Treatments to get you back to Vibrant Health!
Call for an Appointment today (305)-407-0120.
Wishing you the very Best in Health, Wealth & Happiness!
Dr. Wu Dhi
Sherwood S. Swartz AP, MMQ, DMQ, DOM.
