Five Elements – Signs your Earth Element is Out of Balance

According to Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) Five Element theory the Earth Element relates to the spleen and stomach.   Here are some signs and symptoms to tell if your Earth Element is out of balance.

>>Physical signs:

•   Loose stools
•   Anemia
•   Major depressive disorders
•   Allergies
•   Underweight or overweight
•   Diabetes
•   Prolapse of any organ (e.g., uterus)
•   Craving for sweet or starchy foods (carbohydrates)

>>Emotional signs:

•   Apathy
•   Brooding
•   Over-intellectualizing or thinking
•   Prolonged worry or anxiety

There is a terrific practice to restore, renew and refresh your Earth Element: