Ever heard of Yin and Yang? They are not some fairy tale characters, (the name might confuse you though) but a Chinese concept that helps the body achieve a perfect state of homeostasis. While the root of the modern history of medicine was laid by Egyptians and Greeks, Indian and traditional Chinese medicine was one of the most powerful healing systems, more so when allopathy had no existence on the planet. Yin which represents cooling and yang that represents warming is the basis of acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine. In simple words of modern science, homeostasis is nothing but a self-regulating process allowing the body to get acclimatized to seasonal changes that nature brings along.

Focusing on the patient rather than the ailment, Indian Ayurveda and Chinese medicine aims to keep physical, emotional, and mental health in place that helps the body get rid of many chronic health conditions. Both yin and yang are interdependent on one another. When an imbalance of yin occurs in the body, it causes the body to overheat. Yin deficiency can often be the result of prolonged stress levels and fatigue. A chronic disease, poor dietary habits, and sometimes genetics can also lead to a deficient yin. To keep bodily functions up and running, restoring yin balance becomes inevitable.

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Symptoms Of Yin Deficiency

The body that is deficient in yin will show the following symptoms:

  • Excessive sweating in the body
  • Severe dryness of the throat, eyes, and mouth
  • A low-grade fever accompanied by body aches
  • Chronic constipation
  • Stomach cramping
  • Insomnia and disturbed sleep patterns
  • Irritability and mood swings
  • Sudden heart palpitations
  • Burning sensation in the palms, heels, soles, and chest

How To Restore Yin Balance In The Body

A healthy diet nutritious diet accompanied by a balanced lifestyle and good sleep can replenish low yin levels. Some foods that are ideal to be consumed are

  • Millet
  • Artichokes
  • Asparagus
  • Zucchini
  • Brown rice
  • Sweet potato
  • Watermelon
  • Lettuce
  • Leafy vegetables
  • Quinoa
  • Buckwheat

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Presently, our lives tend to be hectic as compared to olden times thus it is essential to go the extra mile to upkeep our physical and mental state of being and also look for ways to feel happier. The bottom line is to work hard, party harder, but also give your body some downtime. Take time for yourself and your yin to restore harmonious Yin and Yang balance.

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