Health for All says
First of all, the ingredients for the lungs in summer are very important. In the theory of traditional Chinese medicine, the lungs are the main qi machine, and the promotion of lung qi in summer is conducive to the smoothness of the respiratory tract and the prevention of common colds, coughs and other diseases in summer. At this time, we can choose some spicy ingredients, such as green onions, ginger, chili peppers, etc., which have the effect of opening the body and dissipating cold, which can enhance the function of the lungs and improve immunity. In addition, spices such as peppercorns and cinnamon can also play a similar role, but pay attention to the dosage to avoid overstimulation.
Secondly, the choice of ingredients to help the heart and yang in summer is also very important. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that the heart is yang and is easily affected in summer, so we should choose some ingredients that have a yang-boosting effect. For example, foods such as oats, lotus seeds, and snails all have the effect of warming and replenishing the heart and yang, which can enhance heart function and prevent the occurrence of heart diseases. In addition, eating more foods rich in vitamin E in summer, such as walnuts, peanuts and other nut foods, can also improve cardiovascular health.
The temperature in summer is high, and we also need to pay attention to light diet and avoid eating too much greasy food, so as not to increase the burden on the spleen and stomach. In addition, it is also very important to eat more fruits and vegetables in summer, because they are rich in vitamins and minerals, which can help the body replenish water and maintain normal metabolism. For example, watermelon, apples, cucumbers, etc. are ideal summer fruits, which can not only quench thirst, but also have the effect of removing fire. In addition, vegetables such as water chestnuts and soybean sprouts are also very suitable for summer consumption, they are rich in fiber and vitamin C, which can promote gastrointestinal peristalsis, increase satiety, and help digestion.
In short, in terms of summer diet, it is necessary to adapt to the changes of the seasons and choose ingredients that promote lung qi and help heart yang. Spicy ingredients such as green onions, ginger, chili peppers, etc., can enhance lung function;Warming and replenishing ingredients such as oats, lotus seeds, snails, etc., can enhance heart function;Light fruits and vegetables can replenish water and vitamins to aid digestion. Through a reasonable diet, we can enhance the body's yang energy and prevent the occurrence of common summer diseases.
Health References:
1.Qi Yanhua, Luo Li, Huang Kai. Application of diet and traditional Chinese medicine diet therapy in the field of repairing respiratory system dysfunction[J].JOURNAL OF GUANGDONG UNIVERSITY OF TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE, 2019, 36(3): 314-316