The new year is associated with great desires, wishes, expectations of what we want to achieve in the coming year. We make plans, make resolutions and have a new inner hope for a better future.
MOODY BELLY, organ of the month of January, is where waste unnecessary fluid collects before it is expelled out of the body. It is produced by the kidneys and is called urine. The bladder functions as a storage facility to collect urine, hence it is the „keeper over the water reservoirs“. If it accumulates in a certain amount, urine is automatically excreted out of the body through the urethra. A light yellow to transparent colour shows us that there is enough fluid in the body, while a dark yellow to brown colour indicates a lack of fluid.
The organ clock tells us that the bladder works hardest between 15. - 5:00 p.m, therefore it is advisable to support its activity at this time.
How do we know if the bladder is weakened?
Disease processes of the bladder are related to its function of collecting and excreting unnecessary fluid residues, and therefore appear as excessive release of urine in the form of frequent going to the toilet or, on the contrary, obstructing the outflow of urine. A moist hotness in the bladder or an empty coldness appears. Among the most common consequences of an attack of external pollutants or an unbalanced diet with the appearance of damp heat, we can include darkening of the urine, burning pain when urinating, reduced or complete cessation of urination, urinary stones, sharp pain in the lower abdomen, blood in the urine.
At the beginning of the empty cold stands the lack of yang either from birth, when the bladder does not have time to develop sufficiently, or its exhaustion in old age. With jang deficiency, bedwetting in children, failure to hold urine or frequent urination arises. If the emptiness of the kidney qi is added to this, other symptoms such as general fatigue, sexual disorders, dizziness, tinnitus, cold hands and feet, etc. If you have a craving for salty things, it means that the water of the body is demanding your attention, there is not enough energy for the organs and water pathways. If there is swelling of the limbs, the body requires potassium and salty food should be discarded because sodium and potassium regulate the fluid balance in the body.
Excess energy in the bladder pathway, which is the most yang pathway of the body, is manifested by volatility, anger, aggression, cunning and inability to retreat. There is pain in the genitourinary system, shooting pain in the legs, swelling and pain in the feet and little toes, tension in the muscles of the popliteal fossa, and pain and tension around the entire spine. There is pain in the inner corner of the eye, conjunctivitis, weakened vision, headache in the frontal and occipital region, nosebleeds and frequent runny nose.
Lack of energy in the psyche of a person is manifested by weak will, weakness, unwillingness to act, laziness. Swelling of the genital organs, impotence, numbness and hypotonia of the muscles along the spine, also heaviness of the legs, weak feet appear. Painful urination, bedwetting, hearing impairment and general swelling may also occur.
Fear, anger, worry, pain and disbelief in a better future affect and control the pelvic region. Weakened areas are breeding grounds for bacteria and viruses. Bladder inflammation and pain are our deeply buried tears and wrongs that are closely related to our relationships. Let us learn to let go of all the old, express our inner feelings, pleasant and unpleasant.
How to get balance and how to strengthen the water period?
First and foremost, it is important to think about adding enough fluids to the body, preferably water and herbal teas, which are natural for the body. Fluids flush the bladder so that impurities and bacteria do not linger.
Even in winter, it is necessary to engage in physical activity. The bladder pathway is the strongest yang pathway of the body. If we don't move it, the body's water will stagnate. Treat yourself to morning warm-ups, skiing, sledding, walking. Joint mobility and flexibility of the body ensures good water status.
It is recommended to walk on a rougher carpet, massage the feet with a ball to stimulate blood circulation in the feet. Essential oils (rosemary, pine, sage, eucalyptus) can also be used to massage the lower abdomen regularly. One of the best herbs for the bladder is greater celandine. It acts as a natural antibiotic.
It is advisable to avoid anything artificially sweet, sweetened drinks or even sugar in all its forms. Sweet will make it impossible for us to flush bacteria out of the body and exacerbate the imbalance of the element
water.
The sensory organ of the bladder is the ears, so be careful of them being blown off by the winter wind.
It is essential nowadays to supplement calcium, which is necessary for bones, and vitamin D, which ensures better calcium absorption.
When urinating, the accumulated fluid pressure in the bladder is released. Transferred to our soul, psyche, we need to learn to release our inner mental pressures. Fear, irritability, anger, the inability to assert ourselves or feelings of unfreedom weaken, even block our bladder. It is important to learn to express our emotions and needs without excessive anger and rage.
What foods help us strengthen the bladder?
In winter, the main task of food is to supply the body with enough yang to enable the bladder to withstand the external cold. The outside cold is strong and we need to warm the body.
Vegetables grown in the Nordic countries have a warming energy because they ripen in the cold months, such as cabbage, curly kale, leeks and carrots. Legumes are recommended, especially small red adzuki beans, soya beans or kidney beans. Suitable cereals are buckwheat, oats, amaranth, groats or wild rice. It is advisable to include more foods with a saltier taste and avoid simple sugars. For inflammation, it is good to supplement vitamin C in its natural form, which is needed to acidify the urine and thus help the body fight germs. Cranberries (juice or dried fruits) are also preventive. Soups provide a pleasant warming of the body. To supply the necessary enzymes to the body, we can use miso paste or umeocet.
Citrus fruits and dairy products must be completely omitted as they bring cold and fog to our body. Also avoid excessive alcohol consumption.
To strengthen the bladder, make a tea of elder flowers, horsetail, plantain or birch. It is also important to limit coffee, chocolate and do not overindulge. The reflex point for the bladder lies on the inside of both feet, below the inner ankle. Massage gently and sparingly due to the difficulty.
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This article was published with the kind permission of of the magazine Sphere
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