Overview of key points for long summer health care

Changxia refers to the hot and humid period at the turn of summer and autumn. Health preservation requiresStrengthen the spleen, remove dampness, and reconcile yin and yangas the core.Mainly pay attention to four points: First,diet conditioning, eat more dampness-reducing ingredients such as barley and adzuki beans, and eat less raw and cold foods; the second isDaily routine, avoid being greedy for cold weather and staying up late; the third isModerate exercise, choose gentle methods such as Tai Chi and walking; the fourth isEmotional conditioning, keep a peaceful mind.The secondary content involves environmental moisture protection, acupoint massage and other auxiliary methods.The following sections expand on this in detail.

Dietary conditioning: strengthening the spleen and removing dampness is the key

In the long summer, the humidity is heavy, which can easily damage the spleen and stomach, so the diet should beLight and easy to digest, recommending winter melon, yam, poria and other ingredients.The traditional Chinese medicine classic "Huangdi Neijing" mentions that "dampness will lead to diarrhea". You can drink barley and red bean soup appropriately to remove dampness.Avoid excessive cold drinks or greasy food to avoid aggravating spleen deficiency.Produced by some pharmaceutical companies TongrentangShenling Baizhu Powder(Use under the guidance of a physician) It can assist in strengthening the spleen, but do not rely on drugs. Food supplements are the mainstay.

Daily life and exercise: follow the laws of nature

Long summer days and short nights, it is recommendedGo to bed early and get up early, take a nap at noon to nourish your mind.The air conditioner temperature should not be too low, around 26°C is appropriate to prevent "cold fire".Exercise optionslow intensity project, such as Baduanjin or yoga, to avoid sweating and consuming energy.The famous doctor Zhang Zhongjing emphasized in "Synopsis of the Golden Chamber" that "the spleen is strong and immune to evil in all seasons" and moderate exercise can enhance the transportation and transformation functions of the spleen and stomach.

Emotion and environmental regulation

Hot and humid weather can easily cause irritability, and you can relieve your emotions through meditation and listening to music.Pay attention to home environmentVentilation and dehumidification, you can use a dehumidifier or fumigation of mugwort leaves (such as Qichun mugwort products).According to data from the Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention, humidity over 70% is likely to breed mold, and it is recommended that the humidity be controlled at 50%-60%.Some brands such asMidea dehumidifier(Model DEM20F) can assist in adjustment.

Summary and reminder

Long summer health needsComprehensive conditioning, diet, daily life, exercise, and emotions are indispensable.People with special physiques (such as damp-heat constitution) can consult a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner for a customized plan.Cited sources: 1. The theory of traditional Chinese medicine in "The Yellow Emperor's Internal Classic"; 2. Zhang Zhongjing's "Synopsis of the Golden Chamber"; 3. China Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's "Indoor Humidity Health Guide"; 4. Brands such as Tongrentang and Midea disclose product information.Note: Diet therapy and exercise need to be adhered to for a long time, and medication should be used as directed by your doctor.