Heart Blood Deficiency
心血虚xīn xuè xū · deficiency (emptiness)
Tongue
pale, thin
Pulse
thin (thready), sometimes weak
Description
The Blood is too deficient to nourish the Heart and house its spirit (Shen), producing palpitations, insomnia and a poorly settled mind.
Symptoms
palpitations difficulty falling asleep, dream-disturbed sleep poor memory and concentration dizziness pale, lustreless complexion and lips easily startled, anxious
Treatment principle
nourish the Blood and calm the Heart-Shen
Recommended formulas
归脾汤
酸枣仁汤
Points
Shenmen
Xinshu
Geshu
Sanyinjiao
For education only — not medical advice. Consult a qualified practitioner.