Spleen Qi Deficiency

Symptoms of Spleen Qi Deficiency
Weakness, lethargy
Pale, bright face
Shallow breathing
Low, soft voice
Little desire to speak
Poor appetite
Prolonged headache
Fatigue
Loose stools
Lethargy
Dizziness
Tired eyes
Dislike cold greasy foods
Headache after exertion
Symptoms are worse in the morning
Abdominal discomfort which feels better when pressure is applied
Indigestion
Bloating and gas
Weak limbs


Tongue
Pale or normal tongue. May have swollen sides

Pulse
Weak pulse

Related Conditions
Gastric or duodenal ulcer
Dyspepsia
Hepatitis
Anemia

Herbs Used For Spleen Qi Deficiency
These are just some of the herbs that are believed to help spleen qi deficiency

Codonopsis

Ginseng

Astragalus

Jujube Dates
Foods to Strengthen the Spleen

Beef

Root vegetables

Warm foods

Soups

Warming spices, such as black pepper, ginger, cumin



References
Kaptchuk TJ. The Web That Has No Weaver: Understanding Chinese Medicine. Chicago: Contemporary (McGraw-Hill) 2000
Lu, H. Chinese Natural Cures, New York: Black Dog and Leventhal Publishers, 1994.