Health for All says
As an experienced TCM practitioner, I am well aware of the importance of preventing sudden death. Sudden death refers to a situation that occurs suddenly and leads to death in a short period of time, which poses a huge threat to our lives. However, many people are unaware that some bad Xi may increase the risk of sudden death. Here are some common bad Xi that we hope you can stay away from as soon as possible.
First, prolonged sedentary behavior is a risk factor for sudden death. Modern lifestyle changes have made many people sit for long periods of time, which not only leads to obesity and cardiovascular disease, but also may cause thrombosis, leading to sudden death. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that sitting for a long time will lead to poor flow of qi and blood, which in turn will affect the function of the internal organs, thereby increasing the risk of sudden death. Therefore, we should develop the Xi of regular activities, such as standing up and walking around, or doing some simple stretching exercises, which can help promote the flow of qi and blood.
Second, smoking and alcohol abuse are also bad Xi that increase the risk of sudden death. Smoking can lead to vasoconstriction and plaque formation, increasing the risk of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. At the same time, the harmful substances in cigarettes can also cause direct damage to organs and affect normal physiological functions. Drinking too much alcohol can also cause damage to the heart and liver, increasing the risk of sudden death. Traditional Chinese medicine emphasizes that "drink less, live longer", and we should stay away from tobacco and alcohol and maintain a good Xi habits.
In addition, poor dietary Xi is also an important factor in sudden death. Modern life is fast-paced, many people choose takeout and fast food, among which high-salt, high-fat, high-sugar foods are not only easy to lead to obesity and metabolic diseases, but also increase the incidence of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that a healthy diet is closely related to the balance of yin and yang in the human body, so we should try to avoid eating too much greasy, spicy and cold food, eat more fresh vegetables and fruits, and pay attention to the diversity and balance of the diet.
In addition, chronic sleep deprivation is also a problem that cannot be ignored. Sleep is not only the basic need of the human body for rest, but also an important process for the body to recover and recuperate. Long-term sleep deprivation can lead to endocrine disorders, decreased immune function, and increased risk of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases and sudden death. Traditional Chinese medicine focuses on "yin and yang harmony", emphasizing maintaining good work and rest Xi, and regular life and rest can help improve sleep quality and reduce the risk of sudden death.
Finally, long-term mental stress and emotional instability can also lead to sudden death. Competition and pressure in modern society have brought a huge psychological burden to people, and long-term psychological stress will increase the incidence of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. Traditional Chinese medicine emphasizes the unity of mind and body, and the emotions and organs are interrelated, and we should learn to relax our minds and maintain a good psychological state, which can help prevent the occurrence of sudden death.
In short, to prevent sudden death, we should stay away from bad Xi as soon as possible. Eating a balanced diet, exercising moderately, maintaining a good routine and mental state are all important measures to ensure good health and reduce the risk of sudden death. Traditional Chinese medicine has a long history and rich experience, and we can learn from the theories of traditional Chinese medicine and ancient and modern prescriptions, combined with modern science, and strive to create a healthy lifestyle to prevent and reduce the incidence of sudden death.
Health References:
1.Zhang Yongyu. Clinical syndrome differentiation of hypertension and traditional Chinese medicine**[M]. 2010.