On a cold winter morning, Mr. Li, a retired teacher, felt that he could not drive away the chill in his body no matter what. He has always been health-conscious, but suddenly realizes that it is not just a matter of weather. A few months later, a health check-up revealed the presence of an uninvited guest in his body – an early-stage tumor. This discovery shocked him, as he had always believed that his lifestyle was healthy. But when a TCM practitioner explained to him that his long-term bad lifestyle habits had quietly depleted the yang energy in his body, thus reducing his body's ability to resist diseases, Mr. Li began to reflect on his lifestyle and decided to make a change.
In TCM theory, Yang Qi is seen as a key force in maintaining vitality and health. It is not only an energy in the body, but also a core force that promotes all physiological activities and protects the body from diseases. However, in modern society, many people are gradually depleted of their yang energy due to a variety of factors, making them vulnerable to various diseases, including serious health problems such as tumors.
In TCM theory, Yang Qi is regarded as the basic driving force of life activities, the key to maintaining good health and defending against external evils. The human body with sufficient yang energy is characterized by abundant energy, appropriate body temperature, and normal organ function. On the contrary, a lack of yang energy can easily lead to a decline in physical fitness, weakened immunity, and even the invasion of diseases. Today, we're going to take a look at four common yang-consuming behaviors in your daily life and how to correct them to enhance yang energy in your body and thus improve your health.
Improper eating habits: When the cold enters the abdomen, the yang energy is injured first
Excessive intake of cold foods, such as ice cream and cold drinks, especially in the cold season, directly affects the function of the spleen and stomach, resulting in damage to yang energy. It is recommended to use warm and tonic foods such as ginger, garlic, mutton, etc., to promote yang qi. At the same time, maintaining a regular diet and avoiding excessive hunger or overeating can help keep the spleen and stomach in optimal condition, thus supporting the generation of yang energy.
Overwork: Physically and mentally exhausted, yang energy is also depleted
Whether it is physical or psychological overwork, it will consume the body's yang energy. Long-term work pressure and mental tension not only consume the mind, but also lead to a decrease in yang energy. Therefore, it is important to get proper rest and ensure adequate sleep time. Learning simple relaxation techniques, such as deep breathing, meditation, or yoga, can effectively reduce the burden on the body and mind and help restore yang energy.
Lack of proper exercise: movement generates yang, and stillness generates yin
Moderate exercise can help promote the circulation of qi and blood and enhance yang qi. Middle-aged and elderly people should choose gentle exercises, such as tai chi, brisk walking or swimming, which can not only strengthen their physical fitness, but also promote the growth of yang energy. It is recommended to insist on a moderate amount of exercise every day and avoid maintaining the same posture for a long time, so as not to hinder the flow of qi and blood and deplete yang qi.
Long-term depressed mood: internal emotional injury, and the loss of yang energy
The long-term accumulation of low mood, stress and anxiety will directly affect the body's qi function, resulting in a lack of yang qi. WarrantyMaintaining an optimistic mindset and finding ways to vent your emotions at the right time, such as communicating with family and friends, participating in social activities, or seeking professional psychological counseling, are all effective ways to restore inner balance and promote the growth of yang energy.
Optimize the diet, mainly warm supplements:Traditional Chinese medicine believes that the diet should adapt to the changes of the seasons and focus on warm supplements, especially in the cold season. It is recommended to consume foods that have a yang warming effect, such as ginger, green onions, jujubes, beef, and chicken, which help to warm the body and enhance yang energy. At the same time, reduce the intake of raw and cold foods, such as cold drinks and fruits, to avoid burdening the spleen and stomach and affecting the generation of yang energy. It is recommended to maintain a regular eating schedule every dayAvoid excessive hunger or overeating to promote spleen and stomach health and provide the body with stable energy**.
Adjust your schedule and avoid overworkOverexertion, both physical and mental, depletes the body's yang energy. It is advisable to maintain a reasonable balance between work and rest and ensure 7 to 8 hours of sleep each night. A proper lunch break can also help restore energy and reduce the consumption of yang energy. In work and study, doing short breaks and activities every 1 hour can effectively relieve physical fatigue and mental stress.
Moderate exercise to promote yang airflow**Proper physical activity can help promote the flow of qi and blood in the body and enhance yang energy. It is recommended that middle-aged and elderly people do gentle exercises such as tai chi, walking, jogging, etc., for 30 minutes a day. These exercises can not only enhance physical fitness, but also promote a happy mood, reduce low mood, and combat the lack of yang energy. Avoid strenuous exercise to avoid overworking the body and depleting yang energy.
Regulate your emotions and keep your mind at peace:Long-term stress and negative emotions can severely deplete yang energy. It is recommended to use breathing exercises, meditation, yoga and other methods to relieve mental stress and maintain peace of mind. Maintaining good social activities with family and friends and sharing happiness and worries is also an effective way to enhance yang energy. Learning to express and regulate emotions reasonably and avoid the internalization and suppression of emotions is of great significance to enhance yang energy and improve the quality of life.
Yang Qi is an important force to maintain life activities, and through a reasonable diet, proper rest, appropriate exercise, and effective emotional management, it can effectively enhance Yang Qi and improve the body's resistance, thereby reducing the risk of diseases such as tumors. I hope that the above suggestions can help you make positive adjustments in your daily life and enjoy a healthy and happy life.