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The appendix, as part of the human digestive system, is often overlooked and even ridiculed as a "useless thing". However, after the observation and research of my experienced old Chinese medicine practitioners, the appendix has an unexpectedly important function. In this article, I will reveal two amazing functions of the appendix for you, and explain how to protect your appendix by combining traditional Chinese medicine theories and ancient and modern prescriptions.
First of all, the appendix plays an important role in the body's immune system. The appendix is rich in lymphocytes, an important part of the body's immune system. When our body is invaded by foreign bacteria, the appendix will quickly mobilize immune cells and secrete a large number of immune factors to resist the invasion of germs. Among them, the concept of "hot knots and poisonous evils" in the theory of traditional Chinese medicine corresponds to the inflammatory response in modern medicine. The appendix plays an important role in this process, effectively defending against foreign germs and protecting our body from infection through the activation of immune cells and the secretion of immune factors.
Secondly, the appendix can also participate in the digestive process of the human body. According to TCM theory, the appendix is located in the cecum of the intestine and is connected to the large intestine. During intestinal digestion, the appendix can secrete a substance called "cecalin", which has the effect of promoting intestinal peristalsis and helps the smooth flow of food in the digestive tract. At the same time, the appendix also has the function of absorbing water, which can help maintain the water balance in the large intestine and avoid digestive problems such as constipation. This is also reflected in the famous prescriptions of traditional Chinese medicine, such as the "cecal disease, constipation, coercion, illness and cough" recorded in the "Jin Kui Yaolu", which mentions the connection between the appendix and constipation.
So, as the owner of an appendix, how can we protect our appendix?First of all, it is very important to maintain a good diet Xi habits. Traditional Chinese medicine emphasizes the concept of "Gu Qi Isotherapy", that is, according to the individual's physique and needs, choose the right food to match and eat. During the diet, you should pay attention to chewing slowly and try to avoid foods that are too greasy and irritating to reduce the burden on the intestines. In addition, moderate exercise is also an important means to protect the appendix, which can promote intestinal peristalsis, maintain the water balance in the large intestine, and reduce the risk of constipation.
At the same time, in daily life, we can also learn from some traditional Chinese medicine prescriptions to protect the appendix. For example, drinking coix seed water, coix seed has the effect of clearing heat and dampness, detoxifying and nourishing the skin, which can help regulate intestinal function and protect the health of the appendix. In addition, eating vegetables and fruits, such as celery, watermelon, grapes, etc., are rich in fiber and water, which helps to promote intestinal peristalsis and prevent digestive problems such as constipation.
In summary, the appendix is not a "useless thing", it plays an important role in the human body. As an experienced veteran Chinese medicine practitioner, I hope to popularize the knowledge about the appendix to you through this article, and introduce you to the methods of protecting the appendix and the famous prescriptions of Chinese medicine. I hope that everyone can pay attention to the importance of the appendix and protect our health.
Health References:
1.Immunology of Traditional Chinese MedicineWen Qi, Li Lijun, 2011