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Introduction: As the weather gradually cools, the incidence of respiratory diseases in winter is also high. Older people and children, in particular, are more susceptible to these diseases due to their weakened resistance. So, as an old Chinese medicine practitioner, I would like to popularize some prevention and treatment methods through this article, as well as the application of Chinese medicine theories and ancient and modern prescriptions.
1. Theoretical Interpretation of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
According to the theory of traditional Chinese medicine, the high incidence of respiratory diseases in winter is related to the cold climate and the imbalance of yin and yang in the human body. In winter, the climate is cold and the air is dry, which is easy to harm the body's qi. The elderly and children, on the other hand, have weak constitution and poor resistance, and are more likely to feel the stimulation of cold. In addition, TCM believes that diseases are mostly caused by the invasion of external evil qi such as wind chill and wind heat, as well as the breeding of internal factors such as dampness and phlegm in the body. Therefore, the prevention and prevention of winter respiratory diseases need to start by adjusting the balance of yin and yang and strengthening the physique.
Second, the prevention and control methods of science popularization.
1.Diet and nourishment: Health preservation is inseparable from diet and nourishment. In winter, we should pay attention to a balanced diet and eat more warm and nourishing foods. For example, you can increase the intake of warm foods such as chicken, fish, pork, and mutton to increase the yang energy in the body. In addition, cold weather can easily lead to the accumulation of dampness and cold in the body, so eat less raw and cold foods and avoid excessive cold fruits and raw and cold vegetables, such as watermelon, persimmons, raw cucumbers, etc.
2.Insulated rooms: It is also important to keep the temperature in the room comfortable in winter. The elderly and children have poor body temperature regulation and are easily stimulated by cold air and cause diseases. Therefore, try to keep the room temperature at 18-20 at home to avoid the invasion of cold air on the body. At the same time, it is also critical to maintain the humidity of the indoor air, which can be increased by using a humidifier or placing a basin.
3.Dress warmly: It's just as important to dress warmly. The elderly and children have weak resistance and are susceptible to cold climates. It is recommended that they choose to dress appropriately for the season, especially warm underwear close to the body, and add a warm jacket over it. In addition, it is necessary to avoid excessive sweating while keeping warm, so as not to cause wind chill and cold.
4.Exercise regularly: Moderate exercise can improve the body's resistance and immunity, and help prevent respiratory diseases in winter. The elderly can choose some light exercises that are suitable for them, such as morning walks, tai chi, etc., while children can participate in some outdoor activities, such as ice skating, snowball fights, etc., to enhance their physical fitness.
3. Recommended by famous parties.
1.Ephedra soup: This is a classic prescription recorded in the "Treatise on Typhoid Fever", which is mainly used for typhoid fever diseases. Among them, ephedra has the effect of dispelling cold and sweating, and it is also effective for respiratory diseases such as wind chill and cold. However, it is important to note that this medication is not suitable for children with weak constitutions.
2.Bitter almond soup: This is one of the classics created by the ancient famous doctor Zhang Zhongjing, which consists of bitter almonds, almonds, and other medicines. It has the effect of relieving cough in the lungs, dissolving phlegm and relieving asthma, and is suitable for respiratory diseases such as cold cough and phlegm. However, people with cough symptoms, especially special populations such as children and pregnant women, should use with caution.
Health References:
1.Zhang Enzhao, Tang Nianchuan. Internal Medicine of Traditional Chinese Medicine[M].Health Press, 2007
2. national center for advancing translational sciences. huang qin [eb/ol]. 2022-09-01)[2022-09-10]. cfm?setid=b6917d05-4e13-45cf-9385-f4e8b8b99ead