Spring and Liver Care: A Guide to Cleansing and Rejuvenation in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Spring: The Season of Renewal

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, spring is the season of the liver. After a winter of storage and rest, the liver needs cleansing and renewal.

Signs Your Liver Needs Care

• Waking up tired despite adequate sleep


• Mood swings and irritability


• Bitter taste in the mouth in the morning


• Headache on the sides of the head


• Blurred vision or dry eyes

7-Day Liver Cleansing Plan

Days 1-2: Lightening

• Breakfast: Warm water with lemon


• Lunch: Brown rice with boiled vegetables


• Dinner: Light vegetable soup

Days 3-5: Cleansing

• Add beetroot and carrot juice


• Drink dandelion tea


• Massage the Tai Chong point (太冲)

Days 6-7: Renewal

• Add light protein (fish, chicken)


• Gradually return to normal eating

8 Essential Spring Foods

1. 1. Green leafy vegetables 2. Lemon 3. Mint 4. Bean sprouts


2. 5. Asparagus 6. Celery 7. Green tea 8. Turmeric