July 22nd will usher in the Great Heat solar term. Traditional Chinese medicine experts suggest that this season is around the "midsummer" period, which is usually the hottest period of the year in most parts of China. Health preservation should pay special attention to preventing heatstroke and nourishing the heart and spleen. Li Shengyao, Vice President of Shanxi Hospital of Xiyuan Hospital of Chinese Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine, said that the human body is prone to diseases in high temperature, heat and humidity environments, and the elderly and those with physical weakness should pay special attention to preventing heatstroke. When symptoms such as general fatigue, dizziness, chest tightness, excessive sweating, limb numbness, thirst, and nausea occur, it is advisable to seek medical attention promptly. The hot and humid weather can easily make one sad Li Shengyao introduced that if the heart fire is strong, people are prone to symptoms such as restlessness, insomnia, thirst, constipation, yellow urine, red face, and mouth sores; Spleen deficiency and dampness obstruction can cause loss of appetite, nausea, and vomiting. If one continues to indulge in cold and hunger, it can easily lead to colds, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and other symptoms. During the hot summer and summer days, people can take care of their body and mind from various aspects such as diet, exercise, daily life, and emotions to prevent diseases. Li Shengyao introduced that during this period, the diet should be light and easy to digest, focusing on tonifying qi and spleen, relieving summer heat and promoting fluid production, and eating more food with high water content such as Congee and soup. Mung beans, cucumbers, balsam pears, fresh lotus roots, watermelon, barley and other ingredients can be used; Drink plenty of water, such as sour plum soup, lemon water, green tea, etc., but the drinks should not be too cold to avoid damage to the spleen and stomach, and should not be too sweet to avoid internal phlegm and dampness. In addition, you can choose to exercise by walking, Tai Chi, radio gymnastics and other sports in the morning or evening, 5 days a week, half an hour each time, and sweat slightly; Persist in sleeping at night and waking up early, taking a half-hour nap, avoiding direct cold air blowing while sleeping, and ensuring that the air conditioning temperature is not lower than 26 ℃. The weather is extremely hot, and people are prone to experiencing symptoms such as irritability, lack of energy, and mental exhaustion, known as' mental heatstroke '. Experts suggest that at this time, it is advisable to maintain a calm state of mind and avoid being extremely angry; Activities such as listening to music, meditation, and reading can help regulate emotions, and drinking tea substitutes made from roses, Buddha's hands, Poria cocos, light bamboo leaves, and lotus seed hearts can also be helpful. (New Society)