In recent years, with the acceleration of the pace of life and the rapid development of modern medicine, people are paying more and more attention to health problems, especially the middle-aged and elderly people. More and more middle-aged and elderly people are looking for traditional health regimens to stay healthy.
Official data showsMoxibustion, the ancient Chinese medicine, is becoming a new trend. It is not only a means of health preservation, but also an effective way to alleviate and improve a variety of diseases.
However, there are still many people who are skeptical about moxibustion, and it is time for everyone to re-understand this ancient method and explore its new value in modern society.
You may not know that moxibustion is actually an ancient art. This art originated in China, and many famous doctors in history have praised its miraculous effects, such as Bian Que, who strongly admired moxibustion, he said"All diseases can be cured, and all moxibustion can be cured."
Moxibustion is also known as a powerful tool for various diseases, especially those parts that are difficult to reach with drugs, and where acupuncture is inconvenient, moxibustion can show its skills.
Imagine, a long time ago, whether it was the king's grandson or the common people, moxibustion was a household name and a must-have means for everyone. However, due to various historical reasons, the tradition of moxibustion was interrupted for a time.
Fortunately, this technology has not been completely forgottenIn Japan and South Korea, moxibustion has even become a popular health regimen, and there is more research and application than in China.
Okay, now that we're out of the way, let's talk about itMoxibustion is full of three milesthis topic. When it comes to Zusanli, this acupuncture point is undoubtedly very important. If you want to rank the acupuncture points of the whole body, Zusanli is definitely the first place deservedly.
So why is Zusanri so critical? The reason is actually quite simpleZusanli is the acupoint of the stomach meridian, and the stomach meridian belongs to the soil, "the soil nourishes all things", and everything in nature depends on the land. In the same way, the transformation of human nutrition is inseparable from the spleen and stomach, our "land". Only when the spleen and stomach are healthy can the body obtain enough nutrients to maintain normal physiological activities.
Therefore, it is important to make the spleen and stomach "full of fertility". Although we can't directly fertilize the spleen and stomach, moxibustion is undoubtedly one of the best ways to "fatten" the spleen and stomach. Zusanli is the soil of the soil, and applying moxibustion is like fertilizing your inner soil, so that the spleen and stomach can be transformed into nutrients more healthily, and fully support the vitality of life and the generation of qi and blood.
Now, you may be curious about where Zusanri is? This acupuncture point is actually very easy to find.
It is located on the anterolateral side of the calf, 3 inches below the outside of the knee, and about a transverse finger from the anterior edge of the tibia. Once you've found it, you're ready to start moxibustion.
When it comes to moxibustion, many people may first think of summer. Yes, in modern society, air conditioners, refrigerators, and cold drinks can be found everywhere, and eating too much raw and cold food, excessive use of drugs, and improper health care measures are all unconsciously consuming our yang energy. Once Yang Qi is insufficient, the human body is prone to various diseases. Therefore, moxibustion is becoming more and more important in modern life.
Moxibustion can not only warm the body, but also enhance the function of the spleen and stomach, and promote the body to better absorb the nutrients in foodThis helps us to maintain vitality, prevent diseases, and even slow down aging. It has been said, "When the stomach is sufficient, the natural vitality is sufficient." "The spleen and stomach are so critical, how can we not take care of them?
It is not difficult to moxibustion for three miles, whether it is using moxa sticks or moxa. For health moxibustion, it is enough for us to operate 2-3 times a week.
The operation is quite simple, stick the moxa, light it with fire, remove it with tweezers when it feels hot, and then continue to the next strong.
In the case of whirlpool moxibustion, the lit moxa sticks are rotated above the Zusanli for 10-15 minutes.
However, it is important to remember that moxibustion is exquisiteYou can't just go for deep heat, because different people feel the heat differently. Some people can only feel the heat on the surface, while others can feel the heat in the depths. No matter what kind of moxibustion feeling,We all have to adjust according to our own feelings to avoid excessive moxibustion and causing irritation.
Finally, let's follow the advice of "The Essence of Acupuncture" and moxibustion for three miles to enrich our life qi. In this way, our spleen will not be weakened, the dampness will not be too heavy, the qi and blood can nourish the body, and the righteous qi will naturally be abundant. This regimen is so wonderful, simple and convenient. Let's use ancient wisdom to light the fire of healthy life!