Spring is the season of rejuvenation, and it is also a good time to nourish the liver. As an important organ of our body, the liver is responsible for various functions such as detoxification and metabolism. So, how to nourish the liver in the spring? Xiao Ai will introduce you to 5 ways to nourish your liver and make your liver healthier.
1. Less sour and more sweet.
Diet is a very important aspect of nourishing the liver in spring. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that "acid enters the liver", and the principle of "less acid and more sweetness" should be followed in spring to nourish the liver. At the same time, you should eat more warm foods, such as red dates, wolfberries, etc., which help to nourish the liver and protect the liver. In addition, green vegetables and fruits are also good for liver nourishment, as they are rich in vitamins and minerals that help protect liver health.
2. Get enough sleep.
Getting enough sleep is essential for liver health. From 11 p.m. to 3 a.m. is the time for liver detoxification, and if you can't sleep at this time, it will affect the liver's detoxification function. Therefore, it is recommended to maintain 7-8 hours of sleep per night to allow the liver to get adequate rest and repair. In addition, proper exercise also helps to promote blood circulation, speed up metabolism, and benefit the health of the liver.
3. Regulate emotions.
The impact of emotions on the liver cannot be ignored. Traditional Chinese medicine thinks"Anger hurts the liver".Frequent anger or mood swings can cause damage to the liver. Therefore, when nourishing the liver in spring, you should maintain a good attitude and try to be calm and optimistic. If you are in a bad mood, you can regulate your emotions by listening, reading, etc.
Fourth, moderate exercise.
The Yellow Emperor's Neijing records: "In the spring of March, this is called Chen. Heaven and earth are born, all things are glorious, lie down at night and get up early, and walk widely in the court ,......Otherwise, it hurts the liver, summer is cold, and there are few elders. "After a winter of storage, the things accumulated in the body are revealed with the recovery of all things, in order to better care for the liver, you can participate in more outdoor activities, such as walking, jogging, tai chi, etc.
Proper exercise can eliminate the excessive fat accumulated in the body, reduce the harm of fat to the liver, promote the body's metabolism, speed up blood circulation, and ensure that the liver can get enough nutrients.
5. Rub the acupuncture points.
"Taichong acupoint" is the body's punching bag, it is the fire point of the liver meridian, which can dissipate the liver fire and liver qi. Before going to bed, rub with your thumb and fingertips, and continue to rub for about 30 seconds.
How to protect the liver and maintain health in spring