[Traditional Chinese Medicine Health Science] Tips for keeping in good health in winter

In winter, everything is dormant, yin is exuberant and yang is hidden. Huangdi Neijing clearly points out that nourishing yin in autumn and winter. The fundamental principle of keeping in good health in winter is to conform to nature. On the one hand, it is necessary to maintain the yin of the body, on the other hand, it is necessary to keep the yang hidden and not leak out, not to disturb and consume the yang in the body, and to avoid the imbalance between yin and yang.

First, keep warm and moist:

Traditional Chinese medicine believes that the cold in winter corresponds to the kidney, which is the most likely to damage the yang of the kidney. The kidney is the innate foundation, and the strength of kidney essence determines the growth of people. Nourishing kidney in winter can not only enhance human body’s ability to resist cold, but also improve human immunity and disease resistance and delay aging. So pay attention to keep warm in winter, especially on the head, chest, back and feet. You’d better wear a hat when you go out, and your hair should not be too short to protect your head from the cold. Pay attention to keep warm when wearing, and try to choose clothes with good thermal performance, such as down jackets and sweaters. At the same time, to maintain a certain humidity indoors, you can use a humidifier or put a basin of water indoors to prevent problems such as dry skin and dry mouth.

Second, diet nursing:

Winter is a good time for tonic. Chinese medicine believes that winter is the season of collection, with yang inside and yin outside. Therefore, the winter diet should focus on nourishing yin, nourishing blood, tonifying kidney and strengthening yang. It is suggested to eat more warm foods, such as mutton, beef, chicken, onion, ginger, garlic and radish, in order to warm the meridians and keep out the cold. At the same time, the winter climate is dry, and it is easy to dry your mouth. Therefore, you should eat more fruits and vegetables rich in water, such as pears, apples, spinach and radishes, to nourish and moisten. In addition, you should eat less spicy and greasy food in winter to avoid irritating the stomach and affecting your health. At the same time, avoid overeating and keep a regular diet, so as not to bring a burden to the body.

Third, exercise nursing:

Although the weather is cold in winter, proper exercise is still necessary. Winter exercise can improve immunity, improve breathing, stimulate nerves, regulate blood pressure, relieve fatigue, enhance resistance, and promote metabolism and blood circulation. You can choose some suitable exercise methods, such as walking, jogging, yoga, Tai Chi, etc., and do aerobic exercise for about 30 minutes 3-4 times a week. Pay attention to keep warm during exercise to avoid catching a cold caused by excessive sweating after strenuous exercise. At the same time, warm-up exercises should be done before exercise to prevent sports injuries.

Fourth, the daily nursing:

Winter is a good time to nourish yin, so you should go to bed early and get up late in order to nourish yin and solidify essence. Keep good sleep habits, go to bed on time, and don’t stay up late. You can take a hot bath and drink a cup of hot milk before going to bed to help your body relax and fall asleep. At the same time, attention should be paid to maintaining indoor air circulation to avoid sleep disorders caused by poor air circulation.

Five, emotional care:

The gloomy weather in winter is easy to make people feel depressed. We should keep a good attitude and take part in some activities that interest us, such as reading, listening to music and traveling. At the same time, we should learn to self-regulate our emotions and communicate with our family and friends to keep our mood comfortable.

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