New Year's Day is healthy
In recent years, people's attention to health has been increasing, and various health care knowledge in life has also become a hot topic. And in daily health care, drinking water is recognized as one of the easiest, most economical, and most effective methods. However, have you noticed that the choice of the first glass of water you choose when you wake up in the morning and how you drink it are just as important to our health?As an experienced veteran Chinese medicine practitioner, I will combine the theory of Chinese medicine, quote ancient and modern famous prescriptions, and give you a detailed introduction to the selection and drinking method of the first glass of water in the morning.
First, let's take a look at the effects of the first glass of water in the morning on the body from the perspective of Chinese medicine. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that the first glass of water in the morning can awaken the function of the spleen and stomach, clear the body of moisture, and create a good environment for digestion and absorption throughout the day. Therefore, it is crucial to choose a water quality and drinking method that suits you.
When it comes to choosing water quality, if you're in good health and don't have special needs, plain water is the most suitable choice. Plain water does not have any additives, does not have any burden on the human body, and can quickly cleanse the gastrointestinal tract and purify the internal environment in the morning. However, if you have the problem of excessive dampness in the body, you can choose to add some Chinese herbs to drink, such as tangerine peel, fried mung beans and other Chinese herbs that have the effect of clearing the lungs and reducing phlegm. In addition, according to your actual situation, you can choose mineral water or well water containing minerals and trace elements to meet the nutritional needs of the body.
In terms of drinking style, in general, warm boiled water with moderate heat and cold is the best choice. Cold water can easily cause gastrointestinal contractions, which is not good for the spleen and stomach;Excessively hot water will irritate the gastric mucosa and affect digestion. Warm boiled water can not only effectively cleanse the gastrointestinal tract, but also promote blood circulation, soothe muscles, and play a role in strengthening the spleen and dampness.
Of course, not everyone's physical condition is suitable for the above choices. Since TCM is different from person to person, when choosing the first glass of water in the morning, we need to take the corresponding way of drinking according to our own constitution. For example, people with cold bodies can choose warm water, while people with hot bodies can choose cool boiled water.
In addition, there are some ancient and modern famous recipes that can be used for reference. For example, taking a slice of fresh lemon and drinking it in warm water can not only help clear the liver and gallbladder and moisten the lungs and phlegm, but also lower blood sugar. For another example, soaking wolfberry or rose tea as the first cup of water in the morning not only has the effect of nourishing yin and kidneys, refreshing the mind, but also improving the quality.
In conclusion, the first glass of water in the morning has a significant impact on our health. No matter what kind of water quality and drinking method we choose, we should make a reasonable choice according to our own body constitution and needs. I hope that everyone can cherish every drop of water, maintain good drinking habits, and pay attention to their health from the morning.
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References: 1Nature's Guardian - "Chinese Materia Medica".