▲Traditional Chinese medicine believes that everything is connected in the mind and body. Consequently, when something is wrong with your body, it can show itself in different ways.

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Chinese face mapping has been used for thousands of years, and the principle is simple: if part of your face is irritated, then it means something in your body is making it so.

▲According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the body is connected through meridians. These are the energy flows between the organs in your body.

▲Your body and the earth are connected through the energy Qi. It is also known scientifically as a piezoelectric current. Using these energy patterns, TCM strives to rebalance the body and heal maladies.

▲The skin is our largest organ and responds to what is going on externally and internally. We have evolved to be able to see internal diseases that harm us. Therefore, when things are wrong, with the aid of the right methods, we can tell from our external body.

▲We will go through what each different part of the face means, as well as what certain symptoms signify. First, wash and dry your face.

▲Make sure you have a face mirror and a printed-out version of the face mapping guide. You can find it easily if you search online for "traditional Chinese medicine face map." Also, have a pen and paper to record what you find.

▲The forehead is primarily connected with the nervous system and the intestines. If you have pimples, redness, or horizontal lines, there are some habits you should change.

▲Horizontal lines across the forehead indicate stress and anxiety. They are related to your nervous system, which is the yang part of your body. To balance it, you should do yin activities.

▲These include practicing yoga, deep-breathing, relaxation, and plenty of sleep.

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If, for example, you have had an indulgent weekend with lots of alcohol and unhealthy food, then you may also get an irritated forehead. This means you have upset your gut environment.

▲To boost gut health, you should have probiotic foods such as raw yogurt, a variety of vegetables, and broth. You should also chew your food a lot to maximize enzyme production in your body.

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If you are getting redness and spots around your temples, it indicates that there is a problem with your kidneys and bladder. This usually happens when you are overly stressed or under a lot of pressure.

▲If you have an infection, eat a lot of sugar, or are on strong medication, your bladder and kidneys could also be weakened. To flush out the toxins, consume a lot of liquid, rest loads, and drink herbal teas.

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Your liver is the part of your body that filters out all the bad stuff. If there is too much toxic stuff, it will show up between your eyebrows in the form of pimples. Toxic can mean many things including alcohol, bad facial products, and processed foods.

▲To heal the liver, try and eat healthier and avoid things that are not wholly natural. Doing exercise also helps to cleanse the liver, so whack on those running shoes.

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These represent the adrenal system and the kidneys. If you are dehydrated and tired, you will get dark circles around your eyes and puffy skin.

▲The nose represents the health of your heart. If you are getting a lot of blackheads, it probably means your heart is a bit congested. Take omega-3 fatty acids to help with this problem.

▲If your nose is red and swollen, it probably means you are consuming too much sugar and alcohol. To reduce cholesterol and blood pressure, eat non-processed foods and quit the booze.

▲The mouth and chin are connected to the stomach and the colon. If you have ulcers in and around your mouth, it usually means there is something funky going on in your stomach.

▲In TCM, there is a thing called "dampness." When you eat cold and raw food, your stomach has to produce more hydrochloric acid to digest it. This leads the stomach to injure itself and become “damp.”

▲In order to avoid dampness, you should try and eat warm and cooked food when you see the signs of excess hydrochloric acid production.

▲You can also calm the stomach down by consuming neutral foods that are high in fiber. These include chia seeds, aloe vera, flax seeds, and bran.

▲The stomach and emotions are very linked, so usually when you are emotionally stressed, you appear gaunt and pale. By mastering your emotions through meditation and the like, you will improve your stomach health.

▲The cheeks also represent the stomach, but they usually reflect its health in relation to inflammation.

▲To reduce inflammation, you should drink a lot of water. Your cheeks always look more plump and more rosy when you are hydrated.

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Although face mapping gives an indication of health problems, if you think something is wrong, you should also go and see a doctor.

Sources: (Alitura Naturals)(body+soul)

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To ensure you have a healthy adrenal system and kidneys, try and drink water throughout the day rather than having large glasses at a time. You should also stay away from too much caffeine and sugary drinks.

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Sometimes, it's good to just get back to the basics. Our bodies have evolved over years to survive, and one of the key characteristics of our species is that we usually have obvious symptoms for illnesses. If something is not right, your skin will often reveal some sort of abnormality.

Consequently, traditional Chinese medicine has advanced to take this into account. Face mapping will help you understand, through reading your face, which parts of your body need some tender loving care.

Click on to find out how to read your own face.