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Constitution guide

Damp-Heat

Shī Rè · 濕熱質

Oily skin, breakouts and a bitter taste

Find mine in ~4 minutesSeasonal meals for this type

Common signs

  • Oily face, prone to acne
  • Bitter taste or bad breath
  • Sticky stools or darker urine

Daily habits

  • Quit smoking and limit alcohol
  • Keep skin clean
  • Avoid long spells in hot, humid places

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Spicy, fried and barbecued foodAlcoholRich, sugary food

Food at a glance

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Mung beansWinter melon and cucumberBitter melonCeleryJob's tears

Go easy on

Spicy, fried and barbecued foodAlcoholRich, sugary food

Acupoints to try

Quchi LI11

Traditionally used to "clear heat", e.g. feeling hot or a sore throat

Yinlingquan SP9

Heaviness and a puffy feeling

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Nine constitutions

The other eight types

BalancedQi DeficiencyYang DeficiencyYin DeficiencyPhlegm-DampnessDamp-HeatBlood StasisQi StagnationSensitive (Allergic)

Based on traditional Chinese medicine for general wellness education — not a medical diagnosis or treatment. If symptoms persist, are severe or unusual, please see a doctor or registered Chinese medicine practitioner.