As the saying goes, "Harmony among the five viscera keeps illnesses at bay." The internal organs of the human body, such as the heart, stomach, and kidneys, are specifically connected to the face. When the functions of the five viscera are normal, they transport qi, blood, and body fluids to the head and face. This results in a healthy complexion, appearing bright, moist, and with a natural rosiness.

 

If the five viscera are unhealthy, a person will indeed become increasingly unattractive.

 

1. People with poor liver function tend to have a sallow or dark complexion.

When the liver is not functioning properly, excess bilirubin remains in the blood. In cases ranging from mild to severe hyperbilirubinemia, the skin may appear yellowish to brownish. This yellowish hue gives a listless and sickly appearance.

 

2. Individuals with poor heart health may experience facial swelling.

If facial swelling occurs accompanied by laxity in facial muscle tissue, the presence of indentations upon finger pressure, and the inability of the skin at the indentation site to rebound, these changes may indicate the onset of heart issues.

 

3. Those with poor spleen and stomach function may have rough and thickened skin around the mouth.

According to the Yellow Emperor's Inner Canon, "The spleen manifests on the lips, and its radiance is reflected therein," suggesting that the condition of a person's spleen and stomach can be observed through the lips.

 

4. Poor lung function can result in dull and lackluster skin.

The lungs play a vital role in respiration, acting as internal purifiers. When lung function is compromised, internal circulation is affected, leading to facial skin appearing oxygen-deprived and lacking luster.

 

5. Individuals with poor kidney function may experience increasingly dark facial complexion.

The kidneys function in filtration, and when weakened, they allow a buildup of metabolic waste in the body, resulting in dull and lackluster skin.

 

Therefore, maintaining the well-being of the five viscera ensures the presence of sufficient healthy qi inside the body to ward off pathogenic factors. This internal balance reflects outwardly, presenting a naturally healthy complexion.

 

Nurturing the five viscera and strengthening body resistance is precisely the advantage of Reishi.

 

Over two thousand years ago, the “Shennong Ben Cao Jing” classified Reishi as a “top-grade medicine,” noting its benefits such as “supplementing heart qi and center qi,” “supplementing kidney qi,” “supplementing liver qi,” and “strengthening muscles and bones, improving complexion,” among others.

 

 

From the perspective of traditional Chinese medicine, Reishi can nourish the five internal organs, supplementing their energy. Regardless of whether the heart, lungs, liver, spleen, or kidneys are weak, it can be taken.

 

How does Reishi nourish the five internal organs? This was mentioned by Du Jian, a renowned national traditional Chinese medicine practitioner, in the program "Reishi Vitality Talks":

 

 

"Reishi has a sweet taste and enters the spleen meridian. It enables the spleen and stomach to normally absorb the cereal essence, thereby replenishing vital energy and providing more nutrition to the body.

 

Reishi enters the liver meridian, where it can help eliminate toxins, ensure normal operation, and allow nutrition to be delivered to the entire body, enhancing the body's resistance to diseases.

 

Reishi also enters the heart meridian, where it can help tranquilize the mind, indirectly protect the liver, and make a person's essence, qi, and spirit excellent in all aspects, full of vital energy."

 

In the Ming Dynasty, Li Shizhen detailed the effects of Ganoderma lucidum in his "Compendium of Materia Medica", further explaining that Ganoderma lucidum can supplement liver qi, benefit heart qi, spleen qi, lung qi, and kidney qi.

 

Modern medicine has also confirmed that Ganoderma lucidum contains a very rich amount of amino acids and proteins, as well as polysaccharides and triterpenoids. It has the effects of protecting the liver and kidneys, calming the mind and aiding sleep, and assisting in lowering blood sugar levels. This validates the effects of Ganoderma lucidum in nourishing the five viscera as recorded in ancient texts.

 

Finally, how to maintain the "five viscera"? In addition to regular physical examinations and consulting doctors, you can also take good care of yourself in daily life, pair it with premium Ganoderma lucidum to regulate the five viscera, restore health from the source, and present a natural and healthy complexion.

 

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"Know the condition of the 'five viscera' by looking at the face! Five facial features may suggest the onset of serious illness". I am the official Weibo of the great doctor. 2024-02-29.