The cold and dry weather of the winter has had a big impact on our health. In order to maintain good health and improve immunity, we need to carry out reasonable recuperation according to the health preservation theory of traditional Chinese medicine. This article will introduce you to the guide to winter health, I hope to provide you with some help.
First and foremost, staying warm is crucial in a winter regimen. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that cold weather can easily harm the body's yang energy, resulting in poor circulation of qi and blood, which can lead to various diseases. Therefore, we should pay attention to keeping warm, wear thick clothing, and exercise regularly to raise the body's body temperature. It is also important to keep the indoor air moist, which can be achieved by using a humidifier or placing a basin of water.
Secondly, winter health also needs to pay attention to dietary conditioning. According to the theory of traditional Chinese medicine, warm foods such as ginger, green onions, garlic, etc., should be consumed more in winter to enhance the fire qi in the body. At the same time, it is also necessary to supplement nutrients in moderation and choose foods rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, such as citrus fruits, seafood, spinach, etc. In addition, we can also use Chinese medicine to regulate the body. For example, traditional Chinese medicine such as wolfberry, angelica, and astragalus is often used for winter recuperation, which has the effect of replenishing qi and blood and nourishing kidney yang.
In addition, winter regimen also requires attention to moderate exercise. Cold weather can easily lead to poor blood circulation, so winter exercise is very necessary. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that moderate exercise can promote blood circulation and enhance physical fitness. You can choose some indoor sports that are suitable for winter, such as tai chi, qigong, etc., or you can choose outdoor sports, such as jogging, walking, etc. However, it should be noted that the intensity and duration of exercise should be moderate, and do not overdo it.
Finally, winter wellness also requires maintaining good living Xi. Traditional Chinese medicine emphasizes that health preservation must first be to nourish the mind, so we need to maintain a good attitude and stay away from stress and negative emotions. In addition, it is also important to maintain a regular routine and try to ensure enough sleep time to help the body recover and strengthen immunity.
In our daily winter regimen, we can learn from ancient recipes to enhance the health effect. For example, Zhang Zhongjing's "Jin Kui Yaolu" recorded some recipes suitable for winter health, such as Si Zhi San, aconite soup, etc. These recipes help to warm the yang and ward off the cold, and regulate the balance of yin and yang in the human body.
In conclusion, winter wellness is essential for our health. Through proper warmth, dietary conditioning, moderate exercise, and good living Xi, we can better survive winter and stay healthy. At the same time, drawing on the health preservation theory of traditional Chinese medicine and ancient prescriptions can also play a certain auxiliary role. We hope you can follow these guidelines and have a healthy, warm winter.
Health References:
1.Zhang Zhongjing. The gold is slight. Health Press. 1996.