In our quest for a healthy lifestyle, we tend to overlook the wisdom that is deeply rooted in our cultural traditions. Ancient Chinese medicine, as a medical system that has been passed down for thousands of years, has provided us with a wealth of theoretical and practical experience. From the perspective of TCM, a healthy lifestyle is not just a simple combination of diet and exercise, but also a philosophy of living in harmony with nature.
Traditional Chinese medicine emphasizes the concept of "harmony between man and nature", believing that human health is closely related to the natural environment. Therefore, following the natural routine is the foundation of a healthy lifestyle. Going to bed early and waking up early, following the law of sunrise and sunset, helps the body's yang energy to grow and collect, so as to maintain the balance of body functions. At the same time, adjusting living habits according to the changes of the seasons, such as nourishing the liver in spring, nourishing the heart in summer, nourishing the lungs in autumn, and nourishing the kidneys in winter are also important principles of TCM health preservation.
In terms of diet, TCM advocates a balanced diet structure of "five grains for nourishment, five fruits for help, five animals for benefit, and five vegetables for abundance". This means that we should eat grains as a staple food, supplemented by fruits, meats, and vegetables to ensure that the body is getting complete nutrition. In addition, TCM also emphasizes that the sexual taste of food is attributed to the meridians, that is, different foods have different properties and effects, which can regulate the functions of the body's internal organs. For example, foods with a sweet and warm taste can warm the spleen and stomach, and foods with a bitter and cold taste can clear away heat and detoxify.
In terms of physical exercise, TCM advocates that "movement generates yang", believing that appropriate exercise can promote the circulation of qi and blood and enhance the body's resistance. However, more exercise is not always better, and excessive exercise will deplete qi and blood, resulting in weakness. Therefore, TCM advocates choosing the right exercise method according to one's physical condition, such as Tai Chi, Baduanjin, etc., which can not only regulate the body, but also relax the mind.
In addition to work and rest, diet and exercise, TCM also emphasizes the importance of mental well-being. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that excessive emotions can damage the function of the internal organs and lead to the occurrence of diseases. Therefore, maintaining a good mood and avoiding excessive worry and anger is the key to maintaining physical and mental health. At the same time, traditional Chinese medicine also advocates cultivating sentiment through **, calligraphy and painting, etc., and cultivating elegant tastes and hobbies.
In addition, TCM also focuses on the harmonious relationship between people and society. In the view of traditional Chinese medicine, people are part of society, and the health of individuals is closely related to the stability of society. Therefore, actively participating in social activities and building good interpersonal relationships are also important components of a healthy lifestyle.
In summary, the ancient Chinese medicine has revealed to us the true meaning of a healthy lifestyle: conforming to nature, eating a balanced diet, exercising properly, mentally recuperating and social harmony. These principles not only have profound philosophical connotations, but also still have guiding significance in modern society. Let us not forget to absorb the wisdom of traditional Chinese medicine on the road of pursuing a healthy life, so that the ancient medical system can be rejuvenated and vigorous.