Constitution guide

Qi Stagnation

Qì Yù · 氣鬱質

Stress, low mood and frequent sighing

Find mine in ~4 minutes Seasonal meals for this type

Common signs

Mood easily low or tense
Frequent sighing, tight chest or sides
Sleep easily disturbed by stress

Daily habits

Get outdoors and into daylight
Talk things through and keep hobbies
Practise slow belly breathing

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Rose bud teaAged tangerine peelCitrus fruitKelpDaylily buds

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Go easy on

Too much caffeineAlcoholStress eating

Food at a glance

Enjoy more

Rose bud teaAged tangerine peelCitrus fruitKelpDaylily buds

Go easy on

Too much caffeineAlcoholStress eating

Acupoints to try

Taichong LR3

Stress and irritability

Neiguan PC6

Nausea and motion sickness

Danzhong CV17

A tight chest and pent-up feelings

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Nine constitutions

The other eight types

Balanced Qi Deficiency Yang Deficiency Yin Deficiency Phlegm-Dampness Damp-Heat Blood Stasis Qi Stagnation Sensitive (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.