In recent years, with the acceleration of the pace of life and the aggravation of environmental pollution, people's health problems have attracted more and more attention. Winter is the season of high incidence of various diseases, and in the cold winter, we need to pay more attention to health preservation and enhance resistance to cope with the challenges of various diseases. Today, I'm going to introduce you to six easy-to-learn and easy-to-do health tips to help you get less sick during the winter months.
First of all, we need to understand the relationship between winter and TCM theory. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that winter is the main season for the development of the kidneys and is closely related to the vital activities of the human body. Therefore, in the winter regimen, we need to focus on the maintenance of the kidneys. Here are six simple and easy ways to do just that.
The first way is to get plenty of rest. In winter, when the weather is cold, the body's metabolism will slow down accordingly, so we need more rest to achieve the purpose of restoring. Moreover, adequate rest also helps to adjust the body's yin and yang balance and improve the body's resistance.
The second way is to keep warm. The cold winter can easily lead to damage to the body's yang energy, which will affect the body's immune function. Therefore, we need to keep warm and wear appropriate winter clothing, especially to protect sensitive areas such as the head, neck and waist to reduce the impact of cold on the body.
The third method is diet. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that diet is an important factor in maintaining health, so winter health should also start with diet. In winter, when the weather is cold, we should eat more warm foods, such as ginger, chili, garlic, etc., to improve the body's yang energy. Additionally, eating more fruits and vegetables rich in vitamin C, such as oranges, lemons, and cauliflower, can help boost immunity.
The fourth method is to exercise in moderation. Winter is cold and it is easy to be lazy, but moderate exercise is very important to strengthen physical fitness and improve immunity. We can choose some indoor exercises, such as yoga, tai chi, etc., or outdoor activities, such as walking, jogging, etc. Exercise not only boosts physical strength, but also boosts blood circulation and improves immune function.
The fifth way is to maintain a good mindset. The winter is long and the climate is cold, which can easily make people feel depressed. However, long-term depression can affect the body's immunity and increase the risk of disease. Therefore, we should maintain a positive and optimistic attitude and participate in more happy and enjoyable activities, such as gathering with friends, reading, etc., to keep ourselves happy.
The last method is to go to the TCM hospital regularly for physical examination and conditioning. Winter is an important period for changes in physical conditions, and we should go to the TCM hospital regularly for physical examinations to detect physical problems as early as possible and recuperate accordingly. Traditional Chinese medicine has a long history and rich experience, and can be personalized according to the different physiques of individuals.
In short, to get less sick in winter, we need to use a variety of methods, starting from maintaining adequate rest, keeping warm, eating and conditioning, exercising moderately, maintaining a good attitude, and regular TCM conditioning. These six easy-to-learn and easy-to-do health tips are not only easy to follow, but they're also very effective in helping us better protect against the health risks that come with cold weather. I hope that everyone can maintain health and stay away from the invasion of diseases in winter.
Health References:
1.Li ming. Chinese Traditional Chinese Medicine Health Care[M].China Publishing House of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2014