The WOOD Element

Question 1

What organs are associated with the WOOD element?

Answer 1

Liver and Gallbladder

Question 2

WOOD time of day - Liver

Answer 2

1 am - 3 am

Question 3

WOOD time of day - Gallbladder

Answer 3

11 pm - 1 am

Question 4

What is the sense organ for WOOD?

Answer 4

Eyes [green/brown or hazel are more prone to liver disturbances]

Question 5

What is the body tissue for WOOD?

Answer 5

Tendons, ligaments, sinews (connective tissues)

Question 6

Which external body part is a good physical indicator of a WOOD imbalance?

Answer 6

Nails

Question 7

What is the colour for WOOD?

Answer 7

Green

Question 8

What is the odour for WOOD?

Answer 8

Rancid

Question 9

What is the sound for WOOD?

Answer 9

Shouting

Question 10

What emotions are associated with WOOD?

Answer 10

Anger, jealousy

Question 11

Which taste [sensory] is associated with WOOD?

Answer 11

Sour

Question 12

Which foods are associated with WOOD?

Answer 12

Lemon, lime, sauerkraut, vinegars

Question 13

Which season is WOOD?

Answer 13

Spring

Question 14

WOOD direction

Answer 14

East

Question 15

WOOD environment

Answer 15

Wind ** ess. to protect back of neck & shoulders **

Question 16

What is the body type of a WOOD person?

Answer 16

Tall, slender, strong bones and joints, hard workers

Question 17

What is the personality of a WOOD person?

Answer 17

Leader, hard worker, loves a challenge

Question 18

What emotions are associate with a WOOD imbalance?

Answer 18

Angry, mean, cranky

Question 19

A weak WOOD element affects quality of what?

Answer 19

SLEEP, as the liver is working hard to filter the blood. Poor sleep shows that the liver has not purified the blood efficiently.

Question 20

Name 4 foods that you might be averse to if you have a WOOD imbalance?

Answer 20

Onion, garlic & eggs (high sulphur that activates bile flow) and oranges (liver has lost ability to digest fruit acids)

Question 21

Which DRUGS pre-dispose us to gallstones?

Answer 21

Steroids and the contraceptive pill

Question 22

What type of DIET pre-disposes us to gallstones?

Answer 22

Too much protein, fat and acid forming foods ** as is too little fat and skipping meals **

Question 23

What is a possible outcome of LOW levels of BILE?

Answer 23

Overgrowth of bacteria in the small intestine, leading to fermentation of foods and bloating.

Question 24

What is the function of the GALLBLADDER?

Answer 24

Storage of bile that is made by the liver. It is the FAT BUSTER - supporting the liver and small intestines in breaking up fats. Toxic material is excreted through the bile. A good laxative to ensure peristalsis.

Question 25

What are 7 physical symptoms of a LIVER imbalance?

Answer 25

Eye issues, aversion to fatty foods, BO, headaches, nausea, stiffness in neck & shoulder, weak flaky nails

Question 26

What are 7 physical symptoms of a GB imbalance?

Answer 26

Aversion to eggs, bitter taste in mouth, pain on right side of trunk, pale stools [ref liver]

Question 27

Name some liver and GB enhancing foods

Answer 27

Beetroot, carrot, fennel, lemon, kale, mustard, nettles, olive oil, parsley, radish, sweet potato and watercress.

Question 28

Which vegetable can help with anaemia?

Answer 28

Artichokes

Question 29

Name 2 herbs that are good for liver and GB

Answer 29

Turmeric and milk thistle

Question 30

How does chicory benefit the liver?

Answer 30

It reduces heat

Question 31

Which whole foods are good for the liver?

Answer 31

Quinoa, amaranth and millet

Question 32

Which foods help to prevent gallstones?

Answer 32

Nuts, beans, lentils and lima beans, radishes

Question 33

Which mineral helps alleviate and soothe an obstructed bile duct and inflammations?

Answer 33

Magnesium

Question 34

What naturopathic tip helps the liver and GB?

Answer 34

Increasing EFA's by taking linseeds in the morning and evening.

Question 35

Which plant helps regulate cholesterol?

Answer 35

Dandelion (great source of lecithin)

Question 36

Which vitamins are great for the liver?

Answer 36

The B complex (particularly B6)

Question 37

Which vitamin is great for reducing cholesterol?

Answer 37

Vitamin B3

Question 38

Which food can help lower cholesterol?

Answer 38

Oat bran porridge

Question 39

Name some illnesses where a WOOD (Liver) imbalance would be likely?

Answer 39

Alcohol related liver disease, non alcoholic fatty liver disease, depression, hepatitis, hormonal imbalances, migraine, PMS

Question 40

Name some illnesses where a WOOD (GB) imbalance would be likely?

Answer 40

Bile reflux, gallstones, inflammation of the bile duct, inflammation of the gallbladder, migraines

Question 41

Name some facial physical symptoms that may indicate a WOOD imbalance?

Answer 41

1. Red patch between eyes or vertical line is a possible indication of poor liver detoxification and even heavy metal toxicity. 2. Yellow tinge shows the liver and GB are working too hard. 3. Swollen sides of the tongue can mean liver challenges