State Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine: Health maintenance in autumn requires timely nourishment, nourishing yin and moisturizing

China News Service, September 17th. From the perspective of traditional Chinese medicine, what issues should be paid attention to in autumn health care? At the special press conference of the State Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine held on the 17th, Wei Wei, director of the Spleen and Gastroenterology Department of Wangjing Hospital of the China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, gave an answer. He said that in autumn health care, one should nourish the body, nourish yin and moisten dryness in time, take into account the spleen and stomach, regulate sleep, diet, exercise and emotions, and make timely adjustments according to climate changes to find a health regimen that suits you.

Wei Wei said that health preservation in autumn focuses on "harvest". The "harvest" here is mainly to adapt to seasonal changes, regulate daily life and emotions, and avoid overwork, staying up late and other behaviors that damage energy and blood. At the same time, pay attention to nourishing yin and moisturizing dryness, as there may still be heat and humidity in early autumn. China is a vast country with rich resources and a vast territory. Different regions have different climate characteristics. The south is still hot and humid now, but the north is different. It has entered the early autumn season, and autumn is getting heavier. Specific care must be combined with the local climate and personal physique.

Wei Wei mentioned that specifically, we should pay attention to the following aspects when maintaining health in autumn:

The first thing is to pay attention to your daily life: the days gradually shorten in autumn, and your work and rest should be adjusted accordingly. Traditional Chinese medicine advocates "go to bed early and get up early", go to bed early, get up early, ensure adequate sleep, and maintain a regular work and rest schedule. You can usually take a moderate walk, practice Baduanjin, etc., as long as your body is comfortable and you are not overly tired.

In terms of diet: eat a balanced diet in autumn, eat moderately moisturizing foods, and avoid excessive spicy and hot foods to avoid aggravating dry mouth, dry throat and other discomforts. There is a saying in traditional health care that "less pungent and more sour" means that you can eat sour fruits and vegetables in moderation based on your personal tolerance. However, this does not mean that everyone should eat more sour foods, and not all pungent foods should be banned. People with acid reflux and heartburn should not increase sour foods; pears and white fungus can be selected as needed. People with weak spleen and stomach and prone to loose stools should eat cooked foods in moderation to avoid cold or greasy foods.

Emotional aspects: Traditional Chinese medicine has the understanding of "sadness lung", emphasizing that excessive and persistent sadness may affect the physical and mental state. In autumn, you should calm your emotions and keep your mood calm. You can relieve your emotions through moderate outdoor exercise and communication with relatives and friends. "Calming your mind" does not mean suppressing normal emotions. If you continue to be depressed and affect your sleep, work and life, you should seek professional help in time.