Tea, one of the traditional drinks that the Chinese have drunk for thousands of years, is famous for its unique flavor and rich nutritional value. Tea is rich in tea polyphenols, amino acids, vitamins and minerals and other nutrients, which have many benefits for human health. For middle-aged and older adults, drinking tea in moderation can bring many health benefits.
However, some middle-aged and elderly people have some misunderstandings in their usual tea drinking Xi. Some people think that tea is cold, so they dare not drink more for fear of hurting the stomach, and some people think that drinking tea is easy to cause dry mouth and even aggravate diarrhea and other symptoms, so they avoid it.
These misconceptions have led some middle-aged and elderly people to miss out on the health benefits of drinking tea. In fact, for middle-aged and elderly people who drink tea in moderation, as long as they master the method, they can fully enjoy the health benefits of tea.
1. Detailed explanation of the rule of "2 drinks and 4 don't drink".
"2 drink and 4 don't drink" as the criterion for middle-aged and elderly people to drink tea, refers to the frequency and time control of middle-aged and elderly people drinking tea every day. Specifically, middle-aged and elderly people can drink tea no more than twice a day, and it is best to avoid drinking tea in the morning, because the gastric mucosa is more sensitive to the stimulation of theophylline in the morning, which will affect gastrointestinal function.
The "4 do not drink" refers to the middle-aged and elderly people are not suitable for drinking tea in some specific circumstances, such as: it is not advisable to drink strong tea on an empty stomach, because strong tea may irritate the gastrointestinal mucosa and cause discomfort; it is not suitable to drink tea at night, so as not to affect the quality of sleep due to the caffeine in the tea; it is not suitable to use strong tea to send tea, drink on an empty stomach, drink when you have a cold and fever and red white phlegm, etc.
The formulation of this principle is not a figment of imagination, but is based on sound scientific evidence. The difference in the time of drinking tea in the morning and evening is mainly based on the caffeine contained in the tea leaves.
Caffeine is an uplifting ingredient in tea that stimulates the central nervous system, increases alertness, and enhances mental activity. Therefore, drinking the right amount of tea in the morning and afternoon can help to refresh the mind and improve work efficiency. Drinking tea before bedtime can lead to insomnia and other problems, which is not conducive to nighttime rest.
In addition, scientific studies have shown that moderate tea consumption can effectively improve the metabolic function of middle-aged and elderly people, and help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, stroke, and cancer. However, the caffeine content in tea varies depending on the type of tea and the production process, and it is precisely because of the scientific consideration of this difference that the standard of "3~4 cups" of appropriate tea drinking is determined.
Under this standard, middle-aged and elderly people can enjoy the health benefits of tea without the potential health risks caused by excessive consumption. Therefore, the formulation of this principle relies on a large number of comprehensive and objective scientific evidence, which is an accurate grasp of the physical characteristics and health needs of middle-aged and elderly people, and reflects the embodiment of the scientific concept of health preservation.
2. How to choose tea suitable for middle-aged and elderly people
Tea varieties and drinking methods are crucial to the health effects of middle-aged and older adults. Common tea varieties suitable for middle-aged and elderly people include green tea, black tea, and herbal tea.
Among them, green tea has multiple effects such as lipid-lowering and antioxidant, and is suitable for middle-aged and elderly people to drink to improve cardiovascular health. Black tea is rich in tea polyphenols and amino acids, which help to eliminate fatigue and improve immunity. Herbal tea is light and pleasant, and it is also quite significant for sleep quality and health preservation.
As a drinking method, middle-aged and elderly people can choose different types of tea to drink at different times, choose green tea in the morning and afternoon to help refresh the mind, and choose herbal tea in the evening to help relax and help you fall asleep.
At the same time, when drinking tea, it is recommended to control the brewing time at 3~5 minutes to fully release the active ingredients in the tea and reduce the amount of caffeine leaching. Reasonable selection of tea varieties and scientific drinking methods can help to give full play to the health effects of tea, reduce the risk of disease in middle-aged and elderly people, and improve the quality of life.
3. How and when to drink tea
How and when tea is consumed has a profound impact on the health of middle-aged and elderly people. In daily life, middle-aged and elderly people should reasonably arrange the time and way of drinking tea according to their own physique and life schedule. It is generally recommended that middle-aged and elderly people choose to drink tea after breakfast or lunch to help promote digestion and refresh their minds.
In the cold and dry weather of winter, middle-aged and elderly people can also drink warm tea in moderation to warm their bodies.
In addition, it is necessary to avoid drinking tea on an empty stomach to avoid discomfort to the digestive system. In short, through a reasonable way and time of drinking, middle-aged and elderly people can better enjoy the benefits of tea and promote health preservation.
Fourth, the relationship between tea and health preservation
The association between tea and health preservation plays an important role in the lives of middle-aged and elderly people. The rich nutrients and health benefits contained in tea provide strong support for the health of middle-aged and elderly people.
Among all kinds of tea, green tea is considered to be the most health-proficial, and the tea polyphenols, amino acids and other components contained in it have significant effects on the prevention of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases and anti-aging. The catechins, tea polyphenols and other components in green tea have antioxidant effects, which can scavenge free radicals and slow down aging.
In addition, theophylline and caffeine in tea help to refresh the mind, promote metabolism, and have a positive effect on the memory and mental state of middle-aged and elderly people. In addition, herbal tea is also a good choice for middle-aged and elderly people, such as chrysanthemum tea, peppermint tea, etc., which helps to improve sleep, clear heat and detoxify. Choosing tea leaves that suit your taste and physical condition can help promote health and improve your quality of life.
5. Precautions for drinking tea
In the process of drinking tea, middle-aged and elderly people need to pay attention to avoid some specific taboos and precautions. First of all, too strong tea should not be drunk, because the tea polyphenol content in strong tea is high, which is easy to increase the burden on the gastrointestinal tract and may also cause damage to teeth. Secondly, it is not advisable to drink tea leaves that are too strong or too strong, so as not to irritate the gastrointestinal mucosa and cause discomfort.
In addition, the caffeine in tea may interact with drugs and affect the efficacy of the drug, so middle-aged and elderly people who are taking medicine should pay attention to avoid tea that is drunk at the same time as the drug.
In addition, for middle-aged and elderly people with poor gastrointestinal function or a history of chronic diseases such as gastric ulcers, tea should also be drunk with caution. To sum up, middle-aged and elderly people need to pay attention to these taboos and precautions when drinking tea, so as not to adversely affect health.
summary
The role of tea in the daily life of middle-aged and elderly people cannot be ignored, and moderate consumption of tea can help maintain physical and mental health. Scientific tea drinking and health preservation are issues that middle-aged and elderly people need to take seriously in the process of health care.
Drinking tea in moderation can help promote health and reduce the risk of disease, but at the same time, it is also necessary to combine individual differences and physical conditions to arrange the way and time of tea drinking reasonably to avoid uncomfortable reactions.
Through scientific tea selection and reasonable drinking methods, middle-aged and elderly people can better enjoy the freshness and moisture brought by tea, and obtain better physical and mental health.