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It is the third of the 24 solar terms in the lunar calendar and the beginning of spring. It marks the end of the cold winter, the gradual rise of yang energy, and the beginning of the warmth of the earth. At this time, the stinging insects that lie dormant in the ground wake up, and the yang energy breaks through the ground, and the spring becomes warm and full of life.
Traditional Chinese medicine believes that the rise of yang energy during the sting season is an important period to adjust the balance of yin and yang in the body. According to the theory of traditional Chinese medicine, spring belongs to the wood attribute and is associated with the liver of the human body. The liver plays a very important role in the Five Elements of Traditional Chinese Medicine, which is in charge of the body's emotions, blood circulation, qi and blood regulation and other important functions.
In the spring, Yang Qi rises, and Liver Qi also expands. However, due to the cold and freezing weather in winter, people are often in a state of rest, and the liver qi is often blocked. In this season, the climate is gradually warming, and we should pay attention to promoting the stretching and smoothness of liver qi. In traditional Chinese medicine, massaging the liver meridian is an effective method to soothe the qi of the liver meridian by massaging acupuncture points such as Guan Yuan acupoint and Taichong acupoint. In addition, proper exercise also contributes to the smooth functioning of Liver Qi, such as walking, jogging, tai chi, etc.
In addition, Chinese medicine prescriptions also play an important role in spring health preservation. Among them, there is an ancient recipe "Siwu Soup" that is widely respected. It is composed of herbs such as angelica, rehmannia, Chuanxiong, and white peony, which has the effect of nourishing blood and nourishing beauty, regulating menstruation and qi. Drinking Siwu soup in moderation can help women adjust their endocrine system and relieve menstrual pain and other problems.
In addition, winter is the cold season, and people often get sleepy and lack yang energy. In this season, the temperature difference between day and night gradually increases, and people will feel that the blood and energy are gradually exuberant and the spirit becomes vigorous. This is a good time to adjust your schedule. Proper sleep duration and regular Xi routines are essential for maintaining good health. In this season, we can adjust our living time appropriately, get up early and go to bed early, ensure sufficient sleep, so that the body can get enough rest, and at the same time improve energy and resistance.
In short, the sting is the first solar term of spring, and it is also the moment when everything recovers. In this season, we should pay attention to conforming to the laws of nature, adjust the balance of yin and yang in the body, maintain a good Xi habits of life and Xi diet, and create a healthy and pleasant living environment. TCM theories and regimen methods can help us better adapt to changes in our natural environment and maintain our health and balance.
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