Spring, the season of rejuvenation, the sun is warm and the fragrance of flowers is overflowing. However, for our group of middle-aged and elderly friends who have experienced countless spring and autumn, spring is also a season that needs to be dealt with carefully. Have you noticed that every spring, there are always people around us who complain of dry mouth and irritability - commonly known as "spring sleepy spring fire". It's not just a personal hiccups, it's a common health challenge in the spring.
Our ancestors have long said: "Spring is born, summer is long, autumn is harvested, and winter is hidden", and spring is the key period for physical recuperation. Today, I would like to share with you an important spring health regimen secret - "eat less 3 acids and 2 more bitterness". Sounds a bit counterintuitive, doesn't it? But behind this lies the profound wisdom of Chinese medicine and the verification of modern science.
In spring, it is important to eat less "3 acids". The so-called "3 acids" mainly refer to foods that contain high acidity, such as certain fruits (such as lemons and oranges), yogurt, and various foods containing vinegar. The nutritional value of these foods is undeniable, but for middle-aged and elderly people with certain constitutions, excessive intake may have adverse effects.
1.Burden on the digestive system: Acidic foods can increase stomach acid secretion, and for people with stomach discomfort and excess acidity, excessive intake may cause stomach upset or worsen symptoms.
2.Calcium loss: Long-term high intake of acidic foods can lead to calcium loss in the body, affecting bone health.
3.Affect oral health: Certain acidic foods, especially lemon, orange juice, etc., may cause corrosive effects on teeth and affect oral health.
Suggestion: Middle-aged and elderly people can appropriately reduce the intake of this type of food in spring to reduce the burden on the body and maintain health.
"2 bitter" foods, that is, those foods with bitter taste, such as bitter gourd, bitter vegetables, etc., are suitable for eating more in spring, especially for middle-aged and elderly people. Bitter foods not only strengthen the spleen and liver, but also have a variety of other health benefits.
1.Promotes digestion: Bitter foods can often stimulate saliva and gastric juice secretion, aid food digestion, and reduce the burden on the stomach and intestines.
2.Improves liver function: Bitter foods help promote bile secretion, help liver detoxification, and enhance liver function.
3.Blood sugar control: Some bitter foods, such as bitter melon, contain ingredients that can help control blood sugar, which is beneficial for people with abnormal glucose metabolism.
4.Lowers systemic arterial blood pressure: Bitter foods may also have cardiovascular health benefits and help lower systemic arterial blood pressure.
Suggestion: The middle-aged and elderly population should appropriately increase the intake of such foods in spring. You can try different cooking methods, such as making bitter gourd into a salad or cooking it with other ingredients, to suit the taste and enjoy your health.
Spring is the best time to adjust your diet. Appropriately reducing the "3 acid" foods and increasing the "2 bitter" foods can effectively help the middle-aged and elderly people to regulate their bodies and maintain their health in spring. With sensible dietary choices, we are not only able to avoid "getting hot", but also promote the overall health of our bodies.
In the spring, everything recovers, and the climate changes. For middle-aged and elderly friends, this season should pay more attention to dietary regulation to prevent "fire" and maintain good health. Below, I'm going to give you some practical spring diet tips.
1.Reduce your intake of acidic foods: Reduce your intake of acidic foods in the spring. Acidic foods, such as citrus, vinegar, fermented foods, etc., may stimulate gastric acid secretion, and for middle-aged and elderly people with excessive gastric acid or indigestion, excessive intake may increase the burden on the gastrointestinal tract. It is recommended to appropriately reduce the proportion of such foods in the daily diet, avoid excessive consumption of acidic beverages, and appropriately increase some alkaline foods, such as milk, vegetables, etc., to balance the pH.
2.Increase the intake of bitter foods: Bitter foods have the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying, strengthening the spleen and soothing the liver in traditional Chinese medicine theory. In spring, you can increase the intake of foods such as bitter gourd and bitter herbs in moderation. Bitter gourd can not only clear away heat and detoxify, but also help lower blood sugar, and is suitable for patients with abnormal glucose metabolism. Bitter herbs are rich in vitamins and minerals, which help to improve the body's resistance. These foods can also be prepared in a variety of ways, such as cold dressing, stir-frying, or soup, which is both healthy and delicious.
3.Pay attention to a balanced diet: In addition to focusing on "less acid and more bitterness", the spring diet should also pay attention to a balanced diet. Increase your intake of high-protein foods such as lean meats, fish, and soy products, while ensuring adequate availability of vegetables and fruits. For middle-aged and elderly people with elevated systemic arterial blood pressure, the intake of high-salt and high-fat foods should also be reduced to reduce the risk of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.
4.Recommended Spring Health Recipes:
Scrambled eggs with bitter gourd: Simple and easy to make, you can enjoy the bitterness of bitter gourd and replenish protein.
Bitter vegetable tofu soup: light and delicious, helps to improve the body's immunity, and is suitable for spring consumption.
5.Combination of diet and lifestyle habits: In addition to paying attention to diet, spring should also be combined with appropriate lifestyle habits. Maintaining adequate sleep and properly engaging in outdoor activities, such as walking, tai chi, etc., are conducive to promoting metabolism and enhancing physical fitness.
Spring is a season full of life, and it is also a good time to regulate the body and improve health. By adjusting our eating habits and lifestyle, we can better welcome the arrival of spring and enjoy a healthy life.
Spring health regimen is crucial. By reducing the "3 acids" and increasing the "2 bitter" foods, with a balanced diet and healthy living habits, middle-aged and elderly friends can effectively prevent common health problems in spring and enjoy a comfortable and healthy spring.