As spring approaches, the weather is gradually warming, but the temperature difference between morning and evening still exists. In such seasons, the term "spring cover" frequently appears in our field of vision. However, many people may not understand the true meaning of this important concept of TCM health preservation. Today, we will unveil the mystery of spring cover and see how to add points to health through the correct spring cover method.
We need to be clear about what spring cover is. Spring cover is not as simple as wearing a few more clothes, it is a traditional Chinese medicine health preservation method that adjusts diet and clothing according to the characteristics of the spring climate to protect the body's yang energy. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that spring belongs to the wood, the main growth, and the human liver corresponds to it, so spring is a good time to nourish the liver. The purpose of spring cover is to conform to the growth of nature and avoid wind and cold from invading the human body, resulting in impaired liver function or other related diseases.
What exactly should be done in the spring cover? The key lies in a degree word. Dressing should follow the principle of "thick at the bottom and thin at the top", that is, it is important to keep the feet warm, and the head and chest can be appropriately reduced with clothing. In addition, when the temperature changes greatly, clothing should be appropriately increased or decreased according to the individual's physique to avoid excessive sweat loss, so as not to deplete the yang energy in the body.
In addition to the adjustment of clothing, diet is also a part of spring cover that cannot be ignored. In spring, you should choose mild foods, such as leeks, toons and other vegetables with divergent effects, which can help detoxify the body. At the same time, moderate intake of foods rich in high-quality protein, such as lean meat, fish, soy products, etc., can help enhance the body's immunity. In addition, spring is windy and easy to hurt the liver, so you should eat less spicy and cold things to avoid helping the wind and dry fire.
The scientific basis for spring cover lies in the regulation of human physiology. Although the temperature has risen in spring, it is still unstable, with a large temperature difference between day and night. If you take off heavy winter clothes too early, it will cause cold and fever at least and cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases at worst. Therefore, a moderate spring cover can help keep the body temperature stable and prevent the occurrence of diseases.
Of course, spring covers are not a set rule. As the weather stabilizes as spring progresses, we should also be flexible in adjusting our dressing strategies according to the actual climate change. For example, in late spring, when the temperature rises significantly, you should reduce the number of layers of clothing in time to allow your body to gradually adapt to the high temperature in summer.
It is necessary to remind everyone that spring cover does not mean that you have to wrap yourself tightly, excessive warmth will cause physical discomfort, and the correct spring cover should be reasonably adjusted according to the changes in personal physique and external environment. Everyone's physical condition is different, and the way of spring covering will also be different. Therefore, in the process of practicing spring covering, you may wish to listen to your body's voice more and make the most suitable health choices in a timely manner.
Spring cover is a kind of wisdom embodiment of traditional Chinese medicine health preservation, which reminds us that we should pay more attention to the maintenance and regulation of the body in spring, the season of recovery. With a proper spring cover, we can lay a solid foundation for good health and meet the challenges of the summer ahead. I hope that everyone can find their own health regimen in spring and enjoy a healthy and beautiful life.