First of all, let's understand the definition of stroke. Stroke, also known as stroke or stroke, is a condition in which brain tissue is damaged due to the rupture or blockage of blood vessels in the brain. According to statistics, the incidence of stroke in the northern region is significantly higher than in the southern region. This difference is not only related to the regional climate and environment, but also related to people's eating habits, lifestyles and other factors.
From the perspective of traditional Chinese medicine, the difference between the lower incidence of stroke in the south and the higher in the north can be explained by the following aspects. First of all, TCM attaches great importance to regulating the balance of the five internal organs. The climate in the south is relatively warm and humid, and people tend to regulate their dampness through diet. The climate in the north is dry and cold, and people are more likely to accumulate food and dampness, resulting in dampness and internal growth. The endogenous growth of dampness can easily lead to increased blood viscosity and slow blood flow in blood vessels, thereby increasing the risk of cerebral thrombosis.
Secondly, TCM emphasizes the smoothness and blockage of the meridians. The climate in the southern region is humid and hot, and people pay more attention to the conditioning methods of unblocking the meridians and evacuating moisture. The northern climate is dry, and it is easier for people to regulate the qi and blood in the body through food supplements and medicines, so that the qi and blood can run smoothly and reduce the formation of cerebral thrombosis.
In addition, TCM also has rich experience in the prevention and treatment of stroke. There are many combinations of medicines that can effectively prevent stroke in ancient prescriptions, such as mulberry branch cucumber soup, pot-bellied melon soup, etc. The drugs in these formulas can promote blood circulation and blood stasis, clear the blood circulation and relieve tendons, and help prevent the formation of cerebral thrombosis. At the same time, traditional Chinese medicine can also be used for stroke, such as salvia, Chuanxiong, Luoshi vine and other medicinal materials have the effect of invigorating blood circulation and removing stasis, dispelling wind and channeling.
To sum up, the phenomenon of cerebral stroke, which is less in the south and more in the north, can be explained to a certain extent in the theory of traditional Chinese medicine. Regional climate, environment, dietary habits, lifestyle and other factors will have an impact on human health. Therefore, we should rationally regulate our body in our daily life, pay attention to maintaining physical and mental health, not only pay attention to dietary matching, but also exercise reasonably, avoid sitting or standing for a long time, and maintain moderate exercise, which will help improve qi and blood circulation and prevent the occurrence of stroke.
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References: 1Wu Liqun. Stroke: Blood-activating and stasis[M].International Bookstore Press, 2008