Autumn and Winter Check-in Challenge
Traditional Chinese medicine believes that "the lungs open to the nose", which means that if there is a disease in the lungs, the nose will be the first to perceive. This is because the nose is an important entrance to the respiratory system and is closely connected to the lungs. This article will explain how to prevent lung disease by taking care of your nose and how to understand the health of your lungs by observing the state of your nose.
Maintain indoor air humidity: Dry air can easily irritate the nasal mucosa, leading to nasal dryness and bleeding. It is recommended to use a humidifier or place a basin of water indoors to maintain indoor air humidity.
Blow your nose correctly: When you have a cold or rhinitis, blow your nose gently and not too hard, so as not to cause nosebleeds or ear discomfort.
Wash your nasal passages often: Washing your nasal passages with warm salt water can remove bacteria and secretions from your nose and prevent infection.
Avoid contact with allergens: Allergens such as pollen and dust mites are easy to cause allergic rhinitis, and avoiding contact with allergens can effectively prevent the occurrence of allergic rhinitis.
Pay attention to the color of your nasal discharge: Normal nasal discharge should be colorless and transparent, if the nasal discharge color changes, such as yellow, green, etc., it may be a sign of lung infection.
Pay attention to the degree of nasal congestion: Mild nasal congestion can be caused by a cold or rhinitis, but if nasal congestion is severe or lasts longer, it can be a sign of lung disease.
Pay attention to the appearance of your nose: If your nose is red and swollen, it may be a sign of heat toxicity in your lungs. In addition, if the nose is dry and peeling, it is also associated with lung health.
Dietary conditioning: Moderate consumption of foods that have the effect of nourishing the lungs, such as pears, white fungus, lilies, etc. Avoid spicy, greasy foods that may increase the burden on your lungs.
Moderate exercise: Proper exercise can enhance cardiopulmonary function and improve the body's immunity. It is recommended to choose an exercise method that suits you, such as walking, jogging, yoga, etc.
Maintain a good sleep routine: Getting enough sleep and having a regular routine can help your lungs and nose health. Avoid staying up late and overworking so as not to affect the body's immunity.
Relax your mind: Maintaining a good mindset is essential for the health of your lungs and nose. Learning to regulate emotions and release stress can help with physical and mental health.
Quit smoking and limit alcohol: Both smoking and alcohol can have a negative impact on the health of your lungs and nose. Quitting smoking and limiting alcohol can reduce the burden on your lungs and improve the health of your nose.
The wisdom of nourishing the lungs and protecting the nose lies in paying attention to the state of the nose and understanding the health of the lungs. Take care of your nose by maintaining indoor air humidity, blowing your nose correctly, and washing your nasal passages frequentlyObserve the nose by paying attention to the color of the nasal discharge, the degree of nasal congestion, and the appearance of the nose. At the same time, developing a healthy lifestyle, such as dietary conditioning, moderate exercise, maintaining a good work and rest, relaxing the mood, quitting smoking and limiting alcohol, etc., will help to nourish the lungs and nose and improve physical and mental health.