Pay attention to "five precautions"
First, resistance to dampness.
It is still hot and rainy in early autumn. During this time, the sky is scorching hot, the ground is wet, and the damp heat steams people, which is combined with damp heat and evil. Huangdi Neijing says "dampness passes through the spleen". Because the spleen likes dryness and hates dampness, it is most likely to be trapped by dampness. Dampness is yin evil, which is easy to inhibit qi activity and damage yang qi, leading to spleen-yang deficiency, insufficient transport and transformation, and water-dampness stops gathering, resulting in edema or diarrhea. In addition, the owner likes to eat cool fruits and cold drinks, which is more helpful to damp evil and damage spleen yang. Because the spleen yang is weak, it can't transport water and dampness, and water and dampness stop gathering and produce phlegm, so there is a saying that the spleen is the source of phlegm and the lung is the container of phlegm. Dampness in early autumn hurts the spleen, laying the groundwork for recurrence in winter.
After beginning of autumn, it is not advisable to eat hot food such as mutton immediately, and light tonic should be given priority to. The so-called light tonic refers to the tonic but not greasy. Appropriate consumption of some foods or drugs with the functions of strengthening the spleen, clearing away heat and promoting diuresis, such as rabbit meat, turtle, sea cucumber and other cold foods, is very suitable for eating after autumn, so as to achieve the effects of nourishing yin and nourishing the lungs, moistening and stopping dryness, clearing the heart and calming the nerves, and enhancing the body's resistance. Compared with meat, some melons and fruits have a more prominent light tonic effect, such as eggplant, mung bean sprouts, loofah, cucumber, wax gourd, bitter gourd and other light foods have the function of moistening dryness and removing dampness. It is also advocated to drink porridge every morning, which is conducive to strengthening the spleen, nourishing the yin of the spleen and stomach, and balancing and strengthening the yang.
* * * Three health-preserving acupoints, such as Fenglong Pishu, can strengthen the spleen and regulate the stomach in the last period after beginning of autumn. Among them, Fenglong point is the focus of eliminating dampness; Spleen Shu can strengthen the spleen and stomach; However, it can tonify the middle energizer, invigorate qi, dredge channels and activate collaterals. Pressing the above three health points every day is also a good way to eliminate dampness and nourish the stomach.
Experts believe that a good sleep can also make our bodies lighter. Because overwork is easy to consume qi and blood, it will further aggravate the stagnation of water and dampness. Because the elderly often have insufficient sleep time at night, they should pay special attention. A proper nap can supplement the lack of sleep at night and relax the brain and body system.
Among all drainage methods, sweating is the most important one. At the turn of summer and autumn, engaging in moderate exercise can not only improve the body's resistance, but also help digestion and promote the circulation of qi and blood, thus preventing endogenous dampness. At the same time, sweating slightly during exercise can also take away excess water in the body, making the body feel lighter. Experts found that it is best to exercise in the early morning or evening when it is relatively cool, and take appropriate exercise methods such as walking, brisk walking, jogging, various ball games and Tai Ji Chuan.
Second, heatstroke prevention and cooling
Although the weather in early autumn is cool, the last days are not completely over, thus forming a unique climate phenomenon in early autumn-daytime, but it is cooler in the morning and evening. In the season with large temperature difference between morning and evening, heatstroke often occurs frequently. Beginning of autumn has passed, but the high temperature and summer heat brought by "Autumn Tiger" will last for more than a month. In addition, the sky is high and the clouds are light in autumn, and the ultraviolet radiation intensity is high. The afterglow of heatstroke is still threatening people's health.
Experts say that the healthy way to reduce summer heat is to drink a cup of hot tea. "Our common method is to drink lotus leaf tea and mung bean soup, but I think it is better to drink a cup of hot tea. Hot tea can make pores open, sweat and heat dissipate, thus achieving the goal of healthy cooling. "
This season, air conditioning is still an "artifact" for many citizens to cool off, and "blowing air conditioning under the quilt" is praised by netizens as the most enjoyable thing. However, experts remind everyone that improper use of air conditioners can easily lead to "air conditioning disease", with symptoms such as cough, cold and joint pain. In view of "air conditioning disease", experts believe that the simplest prevention method is to eat ginger. Drinking a cup of ginger tea on an empty stomach every morning can not only dispel cold and dampness, but also strengthen the spleen and stomach, which is a very good way to prevent "air conditioning disease".
Old people feel different about their bodies from young people. Their sense of the external environment slows down, and heat unconsciously accumulates in the body and cannot be emitted. When they feel "something is wrong", they have suffered from heatstroke indoors, even when they sleep at home. In the meantime, the heat in summer is still very high. Old people are advised not to save too much. They might as well turn on the air conditioner to cool down. Of course, the temperature of the air conditioner can be set higher. It is best to use air conditioning to ventilate every two or three hours to ensure indoor air circulation. At the same time, it is best not to go out for morning exercise in hot weather, take a walk after the sun goes down at night, pay attention to a small amount of hydration and replenish it in time.
Third, prevent autumn dryness.
In early autumn, the weather is getting colder and the climate is dry, so people are prone to some "autumn dryness" symptoms, such as headache, dry throat, stuffy nose, cough, stomach pain, joint pain, etc., and even trigger or induce new diseases. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that autumn is the season when yin is getting stronger, and dryness is in season, and dryness is "the most likely to hurt the lungs". Lung dryness injury will affect lung function, with symptoms such as dry cough, scanty phlegm, dry throat and nasal cavity, rough skin, itching all over the body, constipation and so on, belonging to the category of "lung dryness", especially for the elderly.
Autumn dryness mainly depends on prevention. First of all, it is advisable to drink more honey, porridge and soybean milk, and eat more foods such as radish, lotus root, water chestnut and pear that moisten the lungs and produce fluid, nourish yin and clear dryness. Pear, in particular, has the functions of promoting fluid production to quench thirst, relieving cough and resolving phlegm, clearing away heat and reducing fire, moistening lung and removing dryness, and is very suitable for people with internal heat, cough due to lung heat, dry throat and sore throat, and dry stool. Conditional can choose to eat bird's nest, sea cucumber, honey and other nourishing health products. All three have certain effects of moistening lung and promoting fluid production, especially bird's nest and honey.
The best way to prevent autumn dryness is to strengthen physical fitness. First of all, we must ensure adequate sleep and sleep quality. Sleep can eliminate the fatigue of the human body and make the human body produce more antigens and antibodies. Secondly, we should strengthen morning exercises. The climate changes greatly in autumn, and the temperature difference between morning and evening is large. People in good health should not thicken their clothes, but should get some cold protection and gradually enhance their cold resistance. Therefore, there is a saying in our country called "Spring covers the autumn". In order to avoid or increase the occurrence of new diseases, elderly people with weak resistance should gradually increase their clothes, and must not suddenly increase or decrease them to prevent cold invasion and induce new diseases. In addition, you can choose suitable projects according to your hobbies and interests, such as walking, jogging, doing exercises, practicing boxing, playing ball games, going out for an outing and so on.
In addition, for people who exercise regularly, special attention should be paid to prevent autumn dryness. After each time, you should eat more foods that nourish yin and moisten the lungs and replenish body fluids, such as pears, sesame seeds, honey and tremella. If you sweat a lot, you can add some salt water in moderation, and take a small amount and drink it slowly.
Fourth, prevent autumn deficiency.
In the past summer, people's skin humidity and body temperature increased, and a lot of sweating made the metabolism of water and salt unbalanced, the gastrointestinal function weakened, the burden on the cardiovascular system increased, the excessive energy consumed by the human body could not be compensated in time and effectively, and more "capital" was lost. In autumn, the climate is cool and pleasant, the human body perspires less, the generation and emission of body heat and the metabolism of water and salt gradually return to the original equilibrium state, and the human body feels comfortable and relaxed. Causes the body to have an inexplicable sense of fatigue, which is what we often call "autumn lack." It is a protective response to the extraordinary consumption of the human body in midsummer and a protective measure to restore the body in autumn.
The first thing is to do it properly, but the intensity of autumn exercise should not be too high at first, and it should be gradually enhanced according to the physical condition. Excessive exercise is prohibited, otherwise it will increase the fatigue of the body and is not conducive to the recovery of the body. Secondly, ensure adequate sleep. Sleep can not only restore physical strength and ensure health, but also be an important means to improve human immune function. Therefore, it is necessary to follow the operating rules of human biological clock, develop good sleep habits, and make daily life regular.
Third, pay attention to nutrition. First, keep a light diet and don't eat greasy and heavy oil food. This kind of food will not only increase the burden on the stomach, but also increase the body temperature and blood sugar, making people feel depressed and tired. Second, eat more foods rich in vitamins, such as fruits, because vitamins can promote the elimination of metabolites accumulated during fatigue in the body as soon as possible; Third, eat more foods containing potassium, such as dried fruits, beans and seafood. , can maintain cell moisture, enhance its activity, and help the body regain its vitality; Fourth, eat more caffeinated foods, such as tea and coffee. , can enhance the frequency and depth of breathing.
V. Prevention of diarrhea
Summer is hot, people's appetite is poor, and the function of spleen and stomach is weakened. After entering the early autumn, a little carelessness in diet can easily cause diarrhea, especially for the elderly and children. Autumn is a period of high incidence of diarrhea, so people should pay special attention to food hygiene in their daily lives. Food should be cooked separately to avoid cross-contamination. Leftovers should be stored in the refrigerator in time, and the storage time should not be too long. Heat before eating, subject to heat penetration. Try to eat less foods that are easy to carry pathogenic bacteria, such as shellfish, crabs and other aquatic products, and cook them thoroughly when eating. Eating raw, half-baked, soaked in wine, soaked in vinegar and soaked in salt is not advisable. If you have symptoms of diarrhea, please go to the nearest doctor immediately. Don't ignore it, and small lesions will become very serious.