30/07/2025
What Colour is Your Menstrual Blood? ~
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the colour and consistency of your menstrual blood offer valuable insight into your internal balance.
The ideal menstrual bleed is a fresh cherry red with a smooth, steady flow - this reflects healthy Qi and Blood, and harmonious organ function, particularly the Heart, Liver, and Spleen. It suggests that the body is well-nourished, energy is circulating smoothly, and your cycle is functioning optimally.
When the colour or consistency shifts, it can point to underlying patterns of disharmony:
~ Pale pink or watery blood may signal Spleen Qi deficiency, often accompanied by fatigue, bloating, and longer, lighter periods.
~ Bright red blood might suggest Yin deficiency with internal Heat, commonly experienced with symptoms like night sweats, thirst, and early or delayed ovulation.
~ Dark red or brown blood is often a sign of Liver Qi stagnation, and may present alongside PMS, mood changes, breast tenderness, and a stop-start flow.
~ Purple blood with clots may indicate Blood Stasis, a deeper level of stagnation, usually with sharp, stabbing pain and heavier or irregular bleeding.
While these variations can offer helpful clues, any severe or disruptive symptoms should always be discussed with your healthcare practitioner to rule out underlying conditions. Your menstrual cycle is a monthly check-in - and your body’s way of communicating with you ~
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