Summer and Autumn Health Essentials: Summer Heat Relief, Prevention of High Temperatures and Fever, and Winter Cold and Disease Prevention Secrets
What are the key points of summer health preservation? (1) Nourish the spirit: It is especially important to calm the mind. (2) Avoid dampness: Summer diet should be light and warm. (3) Protect yang: Do not avoid heat and seek coolness too much. (4) Choose food carefully: Supplement enough protein, water and inorganic salts. Eat more foods that clear heat and promote diuresis. Why is self-regulation the best way to get rid of "summer heat"? (1) Sleep regulation: Only take a short nap at noon, and do not sleep in a cool place. (2) Psychological adjustment: When the ambient temperature exceeds 30℃, emotional disorders occur significantly. (3) Dietary regulation: The diet should be diversified. Drink mung bean soup, lotus leaf porridge, etc. Pay attention to eating more fresh fruits, vegetables, lean pork, fish and eggs. Why is it necessary to prevent high fever in hot weather? When the body temperature exceeds 41℃, it is called hyperthermia in medicine. Hyperthermia will cause dysfunction of various systems and organs in the human body. The most commonly used cooling method is physical cooling. What are the three common mistakes to avoid during summer? (1) Keep the air conditioner at a constant temperature; (2) The darker the sunglasses, the better; (3) The colder the shower water, the better in summer: the water temperature for showering in summer should not be too low. Why is "harmony" the key to health preservation in autumn? (1) Autumn chill is beneficial for strengthening the body; (2) Harmonious diet prevents autumn dryness: it is advisable to eat foods that clear heat, generate fluids, nourish yin and moisten the lungs; (3) Harmony between activity and rest leads to good health. Why is "gathering" the key to health preservation in autumn? (1) Autumn is a time for gathering rather than dispersing; (2) Go to bed early and get up early to gather energy; (3) A diet that is clear and moistens the lungs and nourishes yin: sour flavors astringe and nourish the lungs, while pungent flavors disperse and drain the lungs; (4) A peaceful mind and a calm attitude; (5) Moderate exercise benefits qi and blood. Why should we prevent "dryness" in health preservation in autumn? (1) Pay attention to nourishing body fluids in your diet, drink more boiled water, and eat less spicy food. (2) Treat dryness symptoms in various parts of the body as appropriate. (3) Regulate air humidity. (4) Preserve body fluids. Drinking water is the best way to replenish body fluids. Why is it said that "autumn hardening" is not suitable for everyone? There are three types of patients who should pay special attention: (1) Patients with cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases should not practice autumn hardening; (2) Patients with bronchitis, asthma, and pulmonary heart disease should not practice autumn hardening; (3) Patients with stomach diseases should not practice autumn hardening. What are the secrets to resisting cold and preventing diseases in winter? (1) Dry and itchy skin: Use moisturizing lotion after bathing. (2) Hair loss: Stay away from spicy food and massage the scalp every day. (3) Weight gain: Do not overeat. (4) Cold hands and feet: Strengthen physical exercise and soak hands and feet in hot water every night. (5) Stiff neck: Develop good sleeping posture and pay attention to keeping the neck and shoulders warm. (6) Depression: Do more concrete things, use colors to regulate mood, and sunbathe more. Why should we do cold noodles, warm teeth, and warm feet in winter? (1) Cold noodles: Use water at about 20℃. It can refresh the mind and enhance the body's disease resistance. (2) Warm teeth: Brush your teeth and rinse your mouth with water at around 35℃. Frequently giving your teeth and gums sudden hot and cold stimuli will shorten the lifespan of your teeth. (3) Warm feet: Soak your feet in water at 45℃~50℃ every night. It has the effect of relaxing muscles and tendons and relieving fatigue. What are the key points of winter health care knowledge? (1) Pay attention to keeping warm in your clothes; (2) Get enough sleep of 7 to 8 hours at night; (3) Keep the indoor air circulating; (4) Go outdoors for activities often; (5) Two things are suitable for winter diet: eat a variety of foods and supplement your diet.
