The benefits and optimal time for women to apply moxibustion to their lower abdomen every day

Moxibusting the lower abdomen daily for women can help warm the meridians, dispel cold, and regulate qi and blood. The best time is between 9-11am or 3-5 pm. Moxibustion of the lower abdomen mainly improves gynecological problems such as uterine coldness, dysmenorrhea, and menstrual disorders by stimulating meridians such as the Ren and Dai meridians. At the same time, it can enhance immunity and promote gastrointestinal motility. Attention should be paid to individuals with a constitution that is too hot or with yin deficiency and excessive fire, and frequent moxibustion should not be used. From 9-11am, it is the time of the spleen meridian. At this time, moxibustion on the lower abdomen can enhance the effect of strengthening the spleen and removing dampness, especially suitable for women with weak spleen and stomach and easy edema. From 3-5 pm in the afternoon, the bladder meridian is full of qi and blood. Moxibustion can promote metabolism in the lower burner and significantly improve symptoms such as frequent urination and pelvic congestion. It is recommended to control moxibustion for 15-20 minutes each time, with a slight redness of the local skin as the degree to avoid burns. Moxibustion should be temporarily suspended during menstruation or early pregnancy.

When moxibustion on the lower abdomen, it is recommended to lie flat and relax, using aged moxa sticks to suspend moxibustion at acupoints such as Guanyuan and Qihai. Avoid contact with cold water within 2 hours after moxibustion, and drink warm brown sugar ginger tea to enhance the effect. Long term persistence can improve problems such as cold hands and feet, pale complexion, etc. However, if there are symptoms such as dry mouth and tongue, insomnia, etc., the frequency of moxibustion should be reduced to 2-3 times a week.

In daily life, it can be combined with rubbing the palms and massaging the lower abdomen, or drinking Danggui Ginger Lamb Soup to assist in conditioning. Maintain emotional stability before and after moxibustion, and avoid operating on an empty stomach or in a state of overeating. It is recommended to develop personalized moxibustion plans under the guidance of professional traditional Chinese medicine practitioners. Those with damp and hot constitution or acute inflammation should use them with caution.