"Constitution Check 1: Hot or Cold Nature"
As seen with practices like warming activities, having a higher body temperature can seem beneficial. However, it also has the aspect of being prone to retaining heat. Conversely, a lower body temperature can impact immune function. There is no definitive "good" or "bad" temperature; balance is key.
On this page, we will conduct a simple check to determine whether you tend to be "hot" or "cold" in your constitution. Some questions may not apply to you, or your answers may vary depending on your current condition. In such cases, please provide answers based on your usual average. Additionally, if you find that "neither" applies to you frequently or if you have an equal number of responses for A and B, this indicates a very good balance.
- Which season do you find most comfortable?
A. Summer
B. Winter - Mental state
A. Calm, passive
B. Energetic, proactive - Body type
A. Slim, delicate, sloping shoulders
B. Solid, robust, broad shoulders - Characteristics of hands and feet
A. Cold, thin fingers
B. Warm, thicker fingers - Facial features
A. Narrow chin, long face
B. Angular chin - Complexion
A. Pale
B. Red - Hair texture
A. Moist, soft, well-moisturized
B. Dry, brownish - Eyes
A. Moist, teary
B. Prone to redness and bloodshot - Skin
A. Moist
B. Dry - Ear secretions
A. Watery
B. Sticky - Lip color
A. Pale
B. Red - Tongue
A. Pale with a white coating
B. Dark with a yellow coating - Throat
A. Rarely feels dry
B. Prone to dryness - Nails
A. Light pink and glossy
B. Prone to splitting - Digestive system
A. Weak
B. Strong - Pulse
A. Generally slow
B. Generally fast - Stool
A. Prone to diarrhea
B. Prone to constipation - Urine
A. Pale
B. Dark yellow - Menstrual cycle
A. Tends to be longer
B. Tends to be shorter - Appetite
A. Often poor
B. Often strong - Preferred drinks
A. Hot drinks
B. Cold drinks - Taste preference
A. Sweet
B. Bitter - Sleep duration
A. Long
B. Short
That’s all.
If you have more A answers, you are classified as having a "cold constitution," commonly known as being sensitive to cold.
Recommended Ingredients→ Recommended Ingredients for Cold Constitution
If you have more B answers, you are classified as having a "hot constitution," commonly known as being sensitive to heat.
Recommended Ingredients→ Recommended Ingredients for Hot Constitution
If you have an equal number of both A and B answers, you are considered to have a "balanced constitution" or "intermediate constitution."
Recommended Ingredients→ Recommended Ingredients for Balanced Constitution