Frost Descent: 'Grass of Time' to prevent autumn dryness
2024-10-23
On October 23rd, we will welcome the last solar term of autumn - Frost Descent. After the frost, cold air often invades southward, causing a sudden drop in temperature. This is also the most significant period of day night temperature difference in a year, which not only poses a great challenge to human physiological health, but also easily triggers emotional fluctuations. Dai Min, a young and middle-aged doctor from Guangdong Province and director of the Traditional Chinese Medicine Department at the Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat sen University, reminds that frost induced health preservation should not only prevent cold and warmth, but also prevent autumn dryness, regulate emotions, and prevent the occurrence of depression in autumn. Autumn chrysanthemums are known as the "grass that waits for the right time" and have the effects of moistening dryness, clearing the liver, and improving eyesight, but some people should choose them carefully. Dietary regulation: Relieve dryness and heat by drinking warm water and frost water. For health preservation, it is necessary to consume more foods that nourish yin, moisten the lungs, replenish fluids and produce fluids, such as pears, sesame seeds, honey, etc., to strengthen lung qi and prevent autumn dryness such as dry mouth and lips. During the frost season, the cheapest and most effective health secret is hot water (warm water). Drinking a cup of warm water in the morning can moisten the throat, relieve dryness, and nourish the stomach and intestines. At this time, the hot air in Guangdong at noon has not dissipated, and some people sweat profusely after exercise. Habitually drinking ice to hydrolyze heat can actually harm yang qi and damage the digestive system. Dai Min said that people who exercise, teenagers and children, and those who live in "air-conditioned rooms" for a long time, as well as those with yang deficiency and qi deficiency who often have cold hands and feet, should be cautious about drinking ice water and instead drink more warm water. Life maintenance: Sleep soundly and avoid anger and sadness. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that "nourishing yang in spring and summer, nourishing yin in autumn and winter". The transition between autumn and winter, when the temperature drops, is the time when the body's yang energy converges. Daily life, emotions, and exercise should all follow the principle of "autumn harvest". The best way to recuperate after frost is to ensure sufficient sleep, go to bed early and wake up early. Waking up early can awaken people in advance, make them energetic, and ease the yang energy in the body; Go to bed early to accommodate introverted collection. Spiritual cultivation should not be ignored. One should restrain their demeanor, achieve inner peace and a comfortable mood, and avoid sadness and melancholy. Middle aged and elderly people should be careful not to get angry, in order to avoid internal stagnation of fire and qi, which can lead to liver yang hyperactivity and trigger diseases such as hypertension and stroke. After the frost falls, the temperature drops frequently. It is important to adjust clothing in a timely manner in the morning, afternoon, and evening, especially for children, the elderly, and the weak, to avoid diseases such as colds caused by the invasion of cold air. At this time, it is not advisable to expose the knees when wearing clothes, and attention should be paid to foot protection. Ladies who love beauty should pay special attention to keeping their ankles warm to prevent their feet from getting cold. In addition to wearing socks with suitable elasticity and breathable comfort, you can also soak your feet in warm water before going to bed every day. The joints of the human body are most afraid of catching a cold, and diseases such as lower back and leg pain are also prone to occur. You can strengthen the health care of your knee and foot joints: every morning, sit flat and stretch your legs out and back as your feet exert force. Do this five to seven times, then tap your teeth 36 times, take 10 deep breaths to mix your breath, and swallow your saliva 9 times. Although autumn chrysanthemums are good for health preservation, these people carefully choose them. Dai Min pointed out that during the frost season, chrysanthemums, which symbolize vitality, bloom and are regarded by ancient people as the "grass waiting for the time". Traditional Chinese medicine believes that chrysanthemums have the effects of dispersing wind, clearing heat, calming the liver, and improving vision. Modern pharmacological research further reveals that chrysanthemums have antibacterial properties, which can dilate coronary arteries, enhance coronary blood flow, and increase myocardial oxygen consumption. However, chrysanthemums are not suitable for all populations, especially pregnant and lactating women, those with allergies, those with spleen and stomach deficiency and cold, those with diarrhea due to insufficient food intake, and those with qi deficiency and stomach cold. Therefore, the use of chrysanthemums should be cautious or avoided. Dai Min recommends several suitable chrysanthemum drinks Tonic Diet: 1 Chrysanthemum Honey Goji Berry Tea Ingredients: 10g Goji Berry, 8 Chrysanthemums, and an appropriate amount of honey. Brewing process: First, brew goji berries and chrysanthemums with boiling water, and then add honey when the water temperature drops to around 70 degrees Celsius. It is recommended to pour out the first batch of tea to remove dirt from the tea leaves, and then soak it in water for 3 to 5 minutes before drinking. Effect: Clears the liver, moistens dryness, and nourishes the liver and kidneys. 2. Chrysanthemum and Ginseng Tea Ingredients: 5 grams of ginseng flowers or ginseng slices, 5 grams of Hangbai chrysanthemum or fetal chrysanthemum, and 3 grams of goji berries. Brewing process: Heat the tea cup with boiling water and drain the water. Put the ingredients into a cup, pour boiling water to moisten the tea, and pour out the tea soup within 5 seconds. Pour boiling water again, cover the cup lid, and let it soak for about 5 minutes before drinking. Effect: Clearing heat and tonifying qi, refreshing and invigorating the mind. 3. Ingredients for chrysanthemum fish fillet soup: appropriate amount of chrysanthemum petals, one grass carp, and a small amount of seasoning such as winter mushrooms and ginger onions. Method: Soak the chrysanthemum petals, slice the grass carp meat, ginger, and scallions into sections. Add clear soup and seasonings to the soup pot, bring to a boil, then add fish slices and winter mushrooms. Once the fish slices are cooked, add chrysanthemums and salt. Effect: Clear the liver and improve vision, nourish the stomach and spleen, promote diuresis and reduce swelling.
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