As the cold wind gradually rises, the pace of winter is quietly coming. During this season, tangerines become one of the favorite fruits for many people. Not only is it delicious, but it is also rich in vitamin C and other nutrients, and is known as the "star fruit of winter". However, people have different opinions about the effects of eating oranges in winter on the spleen and stomach. So, is eating oranges in winter good for the spleen and stomach? And what fruits should be eaten less in winter?
Tangerines are a nutritious fruit that is rich in vitamins C, dietary fiber, minerals, and other nutrients. Among them, vitamin C has the effects of antioxidant and immunity, and has a positive effect on preventing colds and promoting wound healing.
In addition, the dietary fiber in oranges helps to promote intestinal peristalsis and improve constipation. Therefore, moderate consumption of oranges is beneficial for maintaining good health.
In TCM theory, the spleen and stomach are the digestive system of the human body, responsible for transporting food and absorbing nutrients. In winter, the climate is cold, the body's yang energy is relatively weak, and the function of the spleen and stomach will also be affected to a certain extent. Therefore, when consuming oranges in winter, you need to pay attention to the following:
Moderate consumption: Although oranges are rich in nutrients, excessive consumption may lead to increased burden on the spleen and stomach, and uncomfortable symptoms such as bloating and diarrhea may occur. It is recommended to consume 1-2 oranges a day to meet the body's nutritional needs and at the same time avoid excessive burden on the spleen and stomach.
Pay attention to the combination: When eating oranges, you can pair them with some warm foods, such as red dates, ginger, etc., to neutralize the cold nature of oranges and reduce the irritation of the spleen and stomach.
Individual physical differences: Everyone's physical constitution is different, and the reaction to food will also be different. If an individual has a cold constitution and is prone to symptoms of spleen and stomach deficiency, then you need to be more cautious when eating oranges in winter to avoid aggravating the burden on the spleen and stomach.
While winter is the harvest season for many fruits, not all fruits are suitable for eating in large quantities during the winter months. The following two fruits should be appropriately reduced in winter:
Watermelon: Watermelon is cold in nature and can easily damage the spleen, stomach and yang. In winter, the season when yang qi is relatively weak, excessive consumption of watermelon may lead to impaired spleen and stomach function, abdominal distention, diarrhea and other symptoms. Therefore, the consumption of watermelon should be appropriately reduced in winter, especially for people with spleen and stomach deficiency.
Persimmon: Persimmon is also a cold fruit, excessive consumption may cause the spleen and stomach to be cold, affecting digestive function. In addition, persimmons contain a lot of tannic acid, which may form indigestible lumps when combined with stomach acid, which is not good for health. Therefore, the consumption of persimmons should also be appropriately reduced in winter.
In addition to paying attention to the choice and consumption of fruits, the maintenance of the spleen and stomach in winter can also start from the following aspects:
Dietary conditioning: The winter diet should be mainly warm, and the intake of warm foods should be increased in moderation, such as red dates, ginger, longan, etc. At the same time, reduce the intake of cold foods, such as cold drinks, seafood, etc. In addition, maintaining a regular diet and avoiding overeating can help maintain the spleen and stomach.
Warm measures: The temperature is low in winter, so we should pay attention to keeping warm to avoid cold in the spleen and stomach. When you go out, you can wear more clothes, scarves, gloves and other warm supplies; In the home, you can use heaters, electric heaters, and other devices to raise the indoor temperature.
Exercise: Proper exercise can help promote qi and blood circulation and enhance the function of the spleen and stomach. It is recommended to choose some gentle exercise methods, such as walking, tai chi, yoga, etc. Pay attention to keep warm when exercising and avoid excessive exercise in cold environments.
Mood regulation: Mood swings may have an impact on the function of the spleen and stomach, so it is necessary to maintain a happy mood and avoid excessive anxiety, depression and other bad emotions. You can try some ways to relax, such as listening**, reading, meditating, etc.