Wake up in the morning and quietly move around your bed to welcome the new day. At this point, some people choose to start their first step of the day: waking up in the morning and drinking water on an empty stomach. However, do we really understand the science behind this morning Xi? TCM provides some knowledge and insights on this question to help us understand and properly use this Xi habit. This article will combine the theory of traditional Chinese medicine and ancient and modern prescriptions, the correct way to drink water on an empty stomach in the morning, and the precautions.
First of all, the benefits of drinking water on an empty stomach in the morning are scientifically based. After a good night's sleep, the body has experienced a long period of dryness, blood viscosity increases, and metabolically produced waste and toxins accumulate in the body. At this time, in an empty stomach, drinking a glass of warm water can help thin the blood, improve blood circulation, enhance intestinal peristalsis, and promote detoxification. In addition, drinking water in the morning can also replenish the water in the body, play a role in "moistening the intestines", and prepare for the day's digestion and absorption.
However, there are also some details to pay attention to when drinking water in the morning. First and foremost, time is of the essence. After waking up early in the morning, it is best to rest for a while before drinking water. Because although our thirst is urgent at this time, our intestines and stomach are still at rest. Drinking water too early may cause irritation to the stomach and intestines, leading to discomfort. Secondly, before drinking water, we can choose to rinse our mouth with warm boiled water first, which helps to clean the mouth, which is good for the teeth and mouth. Finally, it is important to choose the right amount of water. Drinking too much or too little is not a good thing. In general, a glass of warm water (about 200 ml) is more appropriate.
In addition, for some special populations, drinking water in the morning may require extra attention. For example, in people with gastrointestinal disorders, especially those with ulcer disease, drinking water before or after meals may cause irritation and discomfort to the stomach mucosa. At this time, it is best to drink water after breakfast to avoid adverse reactions to the stomach. Similarly, patients with chronic diseases such as high blood pressure and heart disease should also drink water reasonably under the guidance of a doctor.
Combining the theories of Chinese medicine and ancient and modern prescriptions, we can learn more about drinking water in the morning. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that water has the effect of "moisturizing dryness", which can moisturize the five internal organs and regulate the balance of yin and yang in the body. There is a famous prescription in the "Treatise on Typhoid Fever" by the ancient famous doctor Zhang Zhongjing, called "Lishui Warm Bile Soup", which uses water as the main ingredient to treat symptoms such as kidney deficiency and unfavorable urination. In addition, according to the "Hour Theory" of traditional Chinese medicine, between 5 and 7 a.m. in the morning is the peak period of activity of the large intestine meridian, and drinking water at this time can help expel intestinal waste and help the body cleanse.
To sum up, it is beneficial to drink water on an empty stomach in the morning, but we need to master the methods and precautions correctly. In addition, TCM theories and ancient and modern prescriptions also provide more knowledge about drinking water. The most important thing is that each of us has a different constitution and situation, and we should drink water reasonably according to our individual circumstances. I hope that each of us can maintain the health and vitality of our bodies through scientific and correct drinking methods.
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Bibliography:
1. Zhang Zhongjing. "Treatise on Typhoid Fever". Chung Hwa Book Company, 2013.
2. Wu Yulin et al. Handbook of Traditional Chinese Medicine Health Preservation Knowledge. Health Press, 2012.