Guide to preventing dryness in autumn: moistening the lungs and nourishing yin, regulating internal and external conditions

The dry climate in autumn can easily damage body fluids and cause "dryness evil" symptoms such as dry mouth, dry and itchy skin, and cough.Preventing dryness requires starting from many aspects such as diet, daily life, exercise, etc., with moistening the lungs and nourishing yin as the core.It is advisable to eat more yin-nourishing foods such as lilies, white fungus, and pears, pay attention to moisturizing and keeping warm in daily life, choose mild exercise programs, and use moisturizers or traditional Chinese medicine dietary prescriptions appropriately.The following will start with specific methods to help you deal with autumn dryness scientifically.

Dietary care: nourishing yin and moisturizing the lungs is the key

Autumn diet should be based on the principle of "less spicy and more sour", reduce spicy and irritating foods, and eat more fruits and vegetables rich in water.Recommended to eatSydney, honey, sesameWait for moisturizing ingredients, or make medicinal meals such as lily lotus seed porridge and white fungus soup.The traditional Chinese medicine classic "Essentials of Drinking and Dieting" mentions: "Autumn air is dry, so it is advisable to eat sesame to moisturize dryness." Black sesame paste is a traditional good product for moisturizing dryness.In addition, drinking Luo Han Guo tea or chrysanthemum tea in moderation can also relieve dry throat.It should be noted that those with spleen and stomach deficiency should avoid excessive consumption of raw and cold fruits.

Living and environment: a two-pronged approach to moisturizing and protecting against cold

In a dry environment, a humidifier can be used to maintain indoor humidity.40%~60%, avoid direct air blowing.For nighttime skin care, you can chooseCeramide, hyaluronic acidMoisturizing products such as Avène Soothing Intensive Moisturizer (Manufacturer: Pierre Fabre Group).Wear clothing made of cotton and linen to protect areas prone to cold such as neck and ankles.Traditional health care advocates "go to bed early and get up early". In autumn, you should ensure adequate sleep to avoid staying up late and consuming yin fluid.

Exercise and emotions: mainly soothing, avoid sweating and damaging body fluids

Autumn sports recommend gentle activities such as Tai Chi and Baduanjin, or low-intensity activities such as walking and yoga.Professor Zhang Hude of Beijing University of Chinese Medicine pointed out: "Autumn is the main trend of convergence, and the amount of exercise is suitable for light sweating." Excessive sweating will increase the loss of water in the body.In terms of emotions, keep a calm mind and relieve the "sad autumn" mood through meditation and listening to music.If you have severe symptoms such as persistent dry cough and constipation, you can consult a Chinese medicine practitioner to take it.Yangyin Qingfei Pills(Manufacturer: Tongrentang) and other Chinese patent medicines.

Summary: Preventing dryness requires systematic conditioning, which varies from person to person.

Preventing dryness in autumn requires the synergistic effect of diet, daily life, and exercise, and the emphasis is different depending on the body's constitution.People with yin deficiency can focus on nutritional supplements, while people with allergies should pay attention to environmental humidity.Refer to the "Huangdi Neijing" concept of "nourishing yin in autumn and winter", combined with modern moisturizing technology, such as using additive-free skin care products (such as Fulifang Silk Moisturizing Water, manufacturer: Kanebo).If symptoms persist, it is recommended to seek medical advice to check for other diseases.Only by scientifically preventing dryness can you spend autumn safely.

Quote sources:

1. "Huangdi Neijing", a medical classic from the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period
2. Zhang Hude (Professor of Beijing University of Chinese Medicine)’s views on health care
3. Yangyin Qingfei Pills (Beijing Tongrentang) Drug Instructions
4. Avène Soothing Special Care Moisturizer (Pierre Fabre Group) product information