Heat intolerance according to Chinese Medicine

Aversion to heat redirects here

The information provided here is not a replacement for a doctor. You shouldn't use it for the purpose of self-diagnosing or self-medicating but rather so you can have a more informed discussion with a professional TCM practitioner.

What is heat intolerance?

Heat intolerance is an abnormal sensitivity to a warm environment or warm temperatures.

What causes heat intolerance according to TCM?

There is 1 pattern of disharmony in our database - Yang Excess or Full Yang - that is associated with heat intolerance. TCM sees our body (and mind) as a holistic system in which health issues stem from imbalances, known as "patterns of disharmony". These patterns can manifest in a wide range of symptoms and illnesses, such as heat intolerance here.

Herbal formulas used in TCM for heat intolerance

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Individual herbs used in TCM for heat intolerance

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Acupuncture and acupressure points for heat intolerance

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TCM dietary and lifestyle recommendations that might help with heat intolerance

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