With the arrival of winter, the temperature gradually drops, and many people, especially women, begin to feel cold hands and feet, which not only affects the comfort of daily life, but can also be a sign of good health. Traditional Chinese medicine theory believes that women's physique is yin and is more susceptible to the effects of cold, so one of the focuses of winter health care is to maintain qi and blood to enhance body temperature regulation, so as to warm up the body and stay away from the problem of cold hands and feet.
1. The relationship between qi and blood and body temperature.
In the theory of traditional Chinese medicine, qi is the driving force of the body's vital activities, and blood is the material basis for nourishing the body. With sufficient qi and blood circulation and good blood circulation, it is able to effectively deliver nutrients to all parts of the body, including the ends of the limbs, thus keeping the body warm. On the contrary, if there is a lack of qi and blood and blood circulation, the extremities of the body are prone to feel cold, and the hands and feet are cold.
2. How to nourish qi and blood in winter.
1.Diet: In winter, you should choose warm foods, such as red dates, longan, black sesame, walnuts, etc., which can replenish blood and warm yang. At the same time, moderate consumption of iron-rich foods, such as red meat, green leafy vegetables, etc., can help improve blood circulation.
2.Moderate exercise: Proper physical exercise can promote the circulation of qi and blood and improve the symptoms of cold hands and feet. Recommended exercises include yoga, tai chi, brisk walking, etc., which not only strengthen the body but also help relax the body and mind.
3.Warm measures: Wear warm clothes, especially pay attention to warm hands and feet, and choose warm accessories such as woolen socks and gloves. When you go to bed at night, use a bedding that is heavy enough to ensure that you are warm while sleeping.
4.Adjust your work and rest: Ensure adequate sleep and avoid staying up late, because lack of sleep will consume qi and blood, resulting in a decrease in the body's resistance. At the same time, maintaining a good mood also helps to harmonize qi and blood.
5.Traditional Chinese medicine conditioning: You can choose the appropriate Chinese medicine for conditioning according to your personal physique. Commonly used traditional Chinese medicines include angelica, astragalus, codonopsis, etc., which can replenish qi and nourish blood and enhance physical fitness.
3. Precautions.
Although nourishing qi and blood in winter has a positive effect on improving cold hands and feet, it is also necessary to pay attention to the following points:
Don't rely too much on high-calorie foods to avoid weight gain.
Exercise in moderation and avoid excessive sweating, so as not to deplete the yang energy in the body.
If the symptoms of cold hands and feet persist, you should seek medical attention promptly to rule out other possible health problems.
Summary: Women should pay attention to nourishing qi and blood in winter, and through a reasonable diet, moderate exercise, adequate warmth measures and good work and rest habits, they can effectively improve the problem of cold hands and feet and warm up the body. At the same time, pay attention to the differences in individual physique, and appropriately use traditional Chinese medicine for conditioning, but also be wary of over-dependence and potential health risks. Through these regimen regimens, women can better adapt to the winter climate and enjoy a warm and comfortable winter life.