In Cantonese, the expression ‘yeet hay’ refers to having too much internal heat, often caused by consuming fried foods. However, food isn’t the only culprit. Hotter climates, excessive alcohol, sun exposure, and certain medications can also increase internal heat. Here are some Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) tips to cool down this summer.

1. TCM encompasses various therapies like acupuncture, which improves energy flow through meridians and mind-body exercises such as tai chi and qigong. These therapies help the body regain balance and health. 
2. High temperatures can cause symptoms like pain, redness, swelling, agitation, and racing thoughts. TCM also considers the influence of five elemental energies—wood, fire, earth, metal, and water—which affect food cravings and seasonal energy. Herbal tonics can alleviate these symptoms. Consult your TCM practitioner for a tonic with cooling herbs such as coriander, mint, rose, lavender, dill, chamomile, lemon verbena, chickweed, elderberry, and hibiscus.
3. Gua Sha, a technique used regularly by TCM doctors, can treat pain and fevers, helping to vent excess heat. Get your Gua Sha tool, and learn more about self-care from Grounded1002 #rockwithcare