As a common systemic hemorrhagic capillitis, Henoch-Schonlein purpura also plays a vital role in the rehabilitation process in addition to the standardized treatment of Western medicine. Next, we will delve into the TCM dietary principles for patients with Henoch-Schonlein purpura, and take you to explore the recovery secrets on the tip of the tongue.
Traditional Chinese medicine advocates "eating modestly, spleen and stomach as the foundation". Patients with Henoch-Schonlein purpura should follow the principles of light, easy to digest and rich in nutrients, and avoid spicy, fried, seafood and other foods that are easy to induce allergies, so as to reduce the burden on the spleen and stomach and improve the body's ability to transport.
Traditional Chinese medicine advocates "five colors into the five organs". Red foods such as red dates and red beans can nourish the heart and blood and enhance the toughness of blood vessel walls, yellow foods such as millet and pumpkin are beneficial to the spleen and stomach and promote nutrient absorption, and black foods such as black beans and black sesame seeds can help nourish yin and reduce fire and have a certain protective effect on the kidneys.
Patients with Henoch-Schonlein purpura should consume more foods rich in vitamin C, such as citrus, kiwifruit, green leafy vegetables, etc., to enhance the stability of the blood vessel wall and reduce bleeding tendency.
For example, red bean and barley porridge can reduce dampness and swelling, and wolfberry chrysanthemum tea can help clear the liver and eyes, and alleviate discomfort such as dry eyes.
Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is tailored to the needs of each person, and each person's physique and condition are different, and dietary conditioning needs to be individualized. It is recommended that patients develop a personalized diet plan under the guidance of a professional TCM physician based on their own physical characteristics to ensure that nutrition and rehabilitation are correct.
【Tips】Patients with Henoch-Schonlein purpura should follow the theory of traditional Chinese medicine in terms of diet and maintenance, pay attention to the balance of yin and yang, the harmony of the five flavors, and reasonably match the ingredients, so as to meet the nutritional needs and avoid inducing recurrence of the disease. Through the wisdom of the tip of the tongue, let the diet become a boost to recovery, and let health return to the bits and pieces of life.