The kidney energy is the basis energy of the human body. All four elements of
the kidney energy including kidney jing (essence), kidney yin (water), kidney
yang (fire) and kidney qi. The 'essence' is cooked in the 'water' by means of
the 'fire' to generate life-promoting 'qi'. What will happen if your kidneys are
lacking of energy?
▪ Kidney energy can guarantee normal absorption of calcium. Without enough
energy supply of kidneys, the body are unable to keep the absorbed calcium,
causing a number loss of calcium.
▪ You may have brown skin which lacks elasticity. Poor circulation may also
appear, especially in the hips and hara. Besides, symptoms like frequent
urination and pain of the lower back may also occur.
▪ Healthy kidneys govern the sex organs, thus affecting the balance of
hormones. Without enough energy supply in kidney, weak sex drive may happen.
Patients have difficulty to get a deep sleep. Weak kidneys result in bones
diseases, such as fractures and osteoporosis. Accidents are more likely to
happen to those who have weak kidney energy.
▪ In this condition, persons may suffer from chronically anxious and fearful.
Family troubles may occur due to one's lack of patients and endurance.
So, what can you do to treat low kidney energy?
Firstly, eat certain foods to strengthen the energy of your kidneys.
Vegetables and fruits like leeks, onion, leechee, and Chinese yam.
Animal products such as pork, lamb, and quail eggs.
Seeds and nuts including sunflower, black sesame, walnuts, etc.
Seafood: shrimp, seaweeds, mussel and so on.
Secondly, doing specific exercises to build up energy in the kidneys, such as
kidney back exercise, reverse hand waist bend, qi gong kidney strengthening, low
back stretching, etc. Consult your doctor before you perform any of these
exercises.
Besides, some herbs can also energize your kidneys, which can improve the
energy flow in the body. Consult our online experts if you are interested in
getting further details.