Why should we practice moderation in sexual intercourse to maintain good health? The Way of Balance from the Perspective of Traditional Chinese Medicine

In the traditional concept of health preservation, sexual intercourse moderation is regarded as one of the important principles for maintaining health. This view originates from the "Jing Qi Shen" theory of traditional Chinese medicine, which believes that excessive consumption of kidney essence will damage vitality and affect immunity and lifespan. This article will start fromEnergy conservation, organ balance, psychological adjustmentDeveloped on three levels, combined with modern medical research, it explores the role of moderate sexual intercourse in delaying aging and preventing chronic diseases, and provides scientific advice.

1. Kidney essence is the foundation of life, excessive consumption may lead to hidden dangers

The Classic of Traditional Chinese Medicine "Huangdi Neijing" proposes that "kidney stores essence and governs reproduction" and regards kidney essence as the core material basis for human growth and development. Zhang Jingyue, a doctor of the Ming Dynasty, emphasized in "Jingyue Complete Book": "Those who are good at maintaining health must treasure their essence." Modern research also shows that frequent sexual behavior may lead toTestosterone level fluctuations, causing problems such as fatigue and decreased concentration. A 2016 study by Johns Hopkins University in the United States showed that men who exercise moderately can recover 23% faster than those who exercise frequently (data shown in the table below).

2. Imbalance of synergy between internal organs, triggering chain reactions

Traditional Chinese medicine believes that kidney essence deficiency will cause "water and fire deficiency", leading to heart and kidney disharmony. Wang Ang, a famous doctor in the Qing Dynasty, pointed out in the "Collection of Medical Prescriptions": "Indulgence in sexual desire will damage the kidneys, and it will definitely affect the heart." Clinical manifestations include insomnia, dreaminess, palpitations, night sweats and other symptoms. Modern medicine has confirmed that the sympathetic nerves continue to be excited during sexual excitement, which may increase the load on the heart. A 2020 survey of 2,000 respondents by the University of Tokyo in Japan found that people who have sex more than 5 times a weekautonomic nervous system disorderThe incidence rate is 37% higher.

3. Psychological dependence and energy management

Excessive indulgence in sexual intercourse may form psychological dependence and consume psychological energy used for other life activities. German psychologist Viktor Frankl proposed in "Living the Meaning of Life": "Sexual impulse needs to be sublimated into creativity." The Taoist health book "A Thousand Golden Prescriptions" recommended adoptionGuidance(such as Baduanjin) transfer sexual energy. Modern behavioral research shows that moderate people are more likely to maintain concentration, and their dopamine receptor sensitivity is 19% higher than that of indulgent people.

The way to balance: scientific standards that vary from person to person

Health preservation does not mean complete abstinence, but dynamic adjustment according to age and physical constitution. Sun Simiao of the Tang Dynasty put forward the reference standard of "Twenty people have ejaculation once every four days, and thirty people have ejaculation once every eight days". Modern medicine recommends combiningMorning erection quality, exercise enduranceand other indicators to determine the appropriate frequency for individuals. Products such as "Wuzi Yanzong Pills" launched by Tongrentang and other traditional Chinese medicine institutions can assist in regulating kidney essence deficiency, but they need to be used under the guidance of a physician. Remember: the core of health care lies inlisten to body signals, rather than mechanically following dogma.

Quote sources:
1. "Huangdi Neijing" Suwen Chapter (Warring States Period)
2. Johns Hopkins University "Sexual Behavior and Hormone Research" (2016)
3. University of Tokyo "Autonomic Nervous Function Assessment Report" (2020)
4. Tongrentang "Wuzi Yanzong Pills" drug instructions (National Drug Approval Number Z11020073)