When the circulation of「Blood (KETSU)」is below average the nutrition does not circulate normally in the body.「Blood (KETSU)」is considered to be a raw material for making substances in the body, not only blood but also all components of the body such as skin, hair, nails, muscles, bones, organs, and even hormones. These components are said to be repaired and strengthened by「Blood (KETSU)」and it keeps our body in a healthy state. As well as delivering nutrition, venous blood plays a role in cleansing undesirable things from your body. When the flow of「Blood (KETSU)」works normally, the nutritional status of the body can be maintained, and cleansing can be performed naturally. When Blood stasis occurs, the circulation of「Blood (KETSU)」becomes stagnant in various parts of the body, which can cause stiff shoulders, headaches, dry skin, age spots, and dark circles under the eyes. This type is often seen in people who have a passionate personality, and people who tend to like sweets and fried foods.

1. Consuming foods (ingredients) that improve the circulation of「Blood (KETSU)」and「KI」.
Examples: Dark Brown Sugar, Black Beans, Fermented Soybeans, Cocoa, Chestnut, Hawberry (Hawthorn), Shishito Pepper, Onion, Rapeseed, Chives, Parsley, Okra, Chrysanthemum, Watercress, Bok choy, Malabar Spinach, Eggplant, Myoga Ginger (Japanese Ginger Flower), Lettuce, Blood Clam, Anchovy, Salmon, Mackerel, Herring, Eels, Sanma (Pacific saury), Shishamo (Saltwater Smelt), Beef, Grapefruit, Mikan (Japanese Orange), Yuzu, Cranberry, Prune, Blueberry, Peach.

2. Consuming foods (ingredients) that warm up the body.
Examples: Leek, Rakkyo (Allium Chinense), Shiso (Shiso Perilla), Ginger, Wormwood, Star Anise, Pepper, Coriander, Wasabi, Rabbit meat, Shrimp, Tuna, Venison (Deer meat).