What diseases can heavy moisture cause and what are the hazards

If there is a lot of dampness in the body, the cause should be found out and treated as soon as possible. Excessive moisture in the body poses a great threat to health. It may cause diseases such as acne, rheumatoid arthritis, and constipation, so everyone must pay attention to it.

1. Excessive moisture in the body = oily and hot, sluggish qi and easy acne

There are two main reasons why people get acne: one is external factors; the other is internal environmental factors. External factors generally only play a role in preventing acne, while the internal environment is the determining factor for acne.

From the perspective of traditional Chinese medicine, acne occurs because the body becomes more oily. The viscosity of the oil inhibits the excretion of internal heat, which causes heat to accumulate in the body, thus inducing acne. If the skin is too oily, it is what we call "heavy moisture".

2. Obesity + edema

When moisture enters the subcutaneous tissue, it will affect the metabolism of skin cells, reduce fat burning efficiency, and thus lead to obesity. Too much moisture retained in the body will increase the burden on the spleen to transport and transform moisture, just like an overloaded carriage. Sometimes it will even affect the diuretic function of the kidneys and in severe cases may lead to systemic edema.

3. Injury to joints

When moisture enters the joints and meets "cold", it forms cold and dampness, which is an important cause of inflammation and joint pain.

4. Affect excretion

Excessive moisture can cause "moisture sticking to the intestines", increasing the frequency of bowel movements and a feeling of incomplete defecation. Traditional Chinese medicine says that "dampness is like a wrap". Heavy dampness will affect the permeability between cells, just like a wet quilt covering your body, which will often make you feel heavy-headed and listless.