{"id":23562,"date":"2024-08-12T10:00:54","date_gmt":"2024-08-12T02:00:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vstcm.com\/how-do-the-body-constitutions-of-children-and-adults-differ-2\/"},"modified":"2024-08-28T15:34:33","modified_gmt":"2024-08-28T07:34:33","slug":"how-do-the-body-constitutions-of-children-and-adults-differ-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vstcm.com\/en\/how-do-the-body-constitutions-of-children-and-adults-differ-2\/","title":{"rendered":"How Do the body constitutions of children and adults differ? (2)"},"content":{"rendered":"

Previously, we talked about how children’s constitutions differ from adults’, you can click here <\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/a>to read part (1) first before we continue ~ <\/span><\/p>\n

Now, let’s look into the types and features of children’s constitutions.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The progress of a child’s physical and mental development serves as a key indicator of overall health. <\/strong>Each stage of growth presents distinct patterns and phases. Notably, the first <\/strong>six years of life <\/strong>are vital for future development. <\/strong>During this timeframe, a child’s constitution and the onset and progression of illnesses strongly influence their growth and cognitive development.<\/span><\/p>\n

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) recognizes the specific characteristics of adult constitutions and categorizes children from birth to six years into seven distinct types based on <\/strong>their daily physical conditions, <\/strong>dietary patterns, growth and developmental traits, the influence of the external environmental factors on their health, <\/strong>and the progression of disease-post infection. <\/strong>These seven classifications include energetic constitution, spleen deficiency constitution, ingestion constitution, heat stagnation constitution, dampness stagnation constitution, excessive heart fire constitution, and special constitution [1]<\/sup><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nCharacteristics of Energetic Constitution<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Definition<\/span><\/td>\n\n
    \n
  • A normal constitution, characterized by a good physical state and a positive mental state.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Formation factor<\/span><\/td>\n\n
    \n
  • Optimal genetic inheritance<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Proper nutrition and care postnatally<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Physical characteristics<\/span><\/td>\n\n
    \n
  • Proper height development<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Proper weight proportion<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Proper weight proportion<\/span><\/td>\n\n
    \n
  • Rosy and radiant skin complexion<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Clear verbal communication<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Peaceful night sleep<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Regular bowel movement once a day<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Dietary habits<\/span><\/td>\n\n
    \n
  • Weak appetite, reduced food intake, and picky eaters.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Low self-regulation skills of the body.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Noticeable discomfort after consuming hot or cold foods or slightly larger portions.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Characteristics of growth and development<\/span><\/td>\n\n
    \n
  • Typical physical development<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Cognitive development aligns with the standard level<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Impact of the external environment to the body<\/span><\/td>\n\n
    \n
  • Strong ability to adapt to variations in weather<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Will not suffer illness or notable discomfort from sudden weather changes.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
The pattern of disease progression after infection<\/span><\/td>\n\n
    \n
  • A low susceptibility to illness<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Even with the onset of illness, recovery often progresses quickly.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
    \n

    Daily Wellness Routine<\/u><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    (1) Nutritional Care<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

      \n
    1. Choose foods with neutral flavours and properties, <\/strong>such as broccoli, black fungus, and tomatoes.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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      1. Ensure a variety of foods in the diet <\/strong>to maintain balanced nutrition.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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        (2) Acupressure point massage<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

        Massage the Zusanli <\/strong>(ST 36) <\/strong>acupoint <\/strong>daily, once in the morning and once in the evening.
        \n<\/span>\"\"<\/p>\n

        \n

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        Characteristics of Spleen Deficiency Constitution<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
        Definition<\/span><\/td>\n\n
          \n
        • A constitution that displays a sensitive spleen and stomach, along with decreased functionality.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
        Formation factor<\/span><\/td>\n\n
          \n
        • Poor genetic inheritance.<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Improper dietary care post-birth, often facing extreme hunger or fullness, or excessive intake of cold or raw foods.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
        Physical characteristics<\/span><\/td>\n\n
          \n
        • The body type is relatively slim or slightly overweight.<\/span><\/li>\n
        • The physical fitness level is relatively low.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
        Daily physical condition<\/span><\/td>\n\n
          \n
        • Yellowish skin tone and dull yellow hair<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Frequent stomach aches and excessive sweating<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Unrestful sleep during the night<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Irregular bowel movements or foul-smelling stools<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
        Dietary habits<\/span><\/td>\n\n
          \n
        • Healthy appetite, not picky eaters<\/span><\/li>\n
        • The body has the ability to self-regulate<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Does not show adverse reactions after consuming hot or cold foods<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
        Characteristics of growth and development<\/span><\/td>\n\n
          \n
        • Height and weight growth are below the standard<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Cognitive development aligns with the standard level<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
        Impact of the external environment to the body<\/span><\/td>\n\n
          \n
        • The body struggles to adapt to shifts in weather<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Abrupt weather changes can lead to colds or diarrhoea<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
        The pattern of disease progression after infection<\/span><\/td>\n\n
          \n
        • Prone to frequent colds, food stagnation, loss of appetite, or diarrhoea<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Susceptible to developing a spleen deficiency syndrome after getting sick<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
          \n

          Daily Wellness Routine<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

          (1) Nutritional Care<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

            \n
          1. Consume foods that strengthen the spleen, <\/strong>such as Chinese yam, potatoes, carrots, and red dates.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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            1. Avoid excessively greasy or hard-to-digest foods, <\/strong>such as glutinous rice and cheese.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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              (2) Acupressure point massage<\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

              Massage the Pi Shu <\/strong>(BL 20)<\/strong>and Zusanli (ST 36) <\/strong> acupoints daily, once in the morning and once in the evening.<\/span><\/p>\n

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              **[1] \u6f58\u4f69\u5149.(2010).0-6\u5c81\u513f\u7ae5\u5e38\u89c1\u4e2d\u533b\u4f53\u8d28\u8fa8\u8bc6\u4e0e\u4fdd\u5065..(eds.)\u7b2c\u516d\u5c4a\u5168\u56fd\u4e2d\u897f\u533b\u7ed3\u5408\u57fa\u7840\u7406\u8bba\u7814\u7a76\u5b66\u672f\u7814\u8ba8\u4f1a\u66a8\u7b2c\u4e8c\u5c4a\u6e56\u5357\u7701\u4e2d\u897f\u533b\u7ed3\u5408\u5b66\u4f1a\u809d\u75c5\u4e13\u4e1a\u5b66\u672f\u5e74\u4f1a\u8bba\u6587\u96c6<\/em>(pp.78-87)..<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

              Previously, we talked about how children’s constitutions differ from adults’, you can click here to read part (1) first before we continue ~ Now, let’s look into the types and features of children’s constitutions. The progress of a child’s physical and mental development serves as a key indicator of overall health. Each stage of growth […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":23564,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[439,499],"tags":[1635,1634,444,707,590,705,711,446,710,709,451,452,701,712,693,694,708,456,458,700,467,704,703,1633,469,717],"class_list":{"0":"post-23562","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"hentry","7":"category-tcm-health-preservation-en","8":"category-tcm-prac-chung-en","9":"tag-bagaimanakah-keadaan-badan-kanak-kanak-orang-dewasa-berbeza-en","10":"tag-how-do-the-body-constitutions-of-children-and-adult-differs-2-en","11":"tag-selangor-en","12":"tag-subang--en","13":"tag-tcm-en","14":"tag-tcm-knowledge-en","15":"tag-tcm-subang-en","16":"tag-tcm-usj-en","17":"tag-tradisional-chinese-medicine-subang-en","18":"tag-usj-en","19":"tag-usj-tcm-en","20":"tag-usj--en","21":"tag-visions-tcm-branch-en","22":"tag-visions-tcm-usj-en","23":"tag--en","24":"tag--selangor-en","25":"tag--subang-en","26":"tag--usj-en","27":"tag---en","32":"tag-2-en"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/vstcm.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23562","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/vstcm.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/vstcm.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vstcm.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vstcm.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=23562"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/vstcm.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23562\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":23568,"href":"https:\/\/vstcm.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23562\/revisions\/23568"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vstcm.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/23564"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/vstcm.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=23562"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vstcm.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=23562"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vstcm.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=23562"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}