Which pairing between diet etiology and Liver pattern is incorrect?

The pairing involving "Excess eating under stress" and "Stagnant Cold in Liver Channel" is incorrect because stagnation and cold typically do not originate from stress-induced eating habits. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, when the body is under stress, it usually leads to patterns of Liver Qi stagnation rather than stagnation of cold. Stress influences the Liver's ability to maintain the free flow of Qi, which can manifest as frustration or irritability. Thus, diets that are heavy or inconsistent during stressful periods may contribute to Liver Qi stagnation or Liver Yang rising, rather than stagnation of cold.

On the other hand, excess consumption of fried foods can lead to the creation of Damp-Heat in the Liver, while a deficiency in meat may result in a deficiency of Liver Blood. Moreover, the overconsumption of red meat can contribute to heat and lead to Liver Fire. Each of these linkages aligns appropriately with the TCM understanding of how dietary choices affect liver health and corresponding patterns.