Spring is a season of rejuvenation. However, for Li Ming, a 36-year-old programmer, this is a time of concern for him.
Every spring, his stomach problems worsen: gas, poor appetite, loose stools...... These symptoms have even seriously affected his work and quality of life.
On the weekend, Li Ming came to the Chinese Medicine Hospital for treatment. Doctor Zhao Hua carefully inquired about his medical history.
After checking the pulse, Dr. Zhao said clearly: "From the perspective of traditional Chinese medicine, this is caused by the dysfunction of the spleen and stomach and the internal invasion of dampness. The rise of yang energy in spring is a good time to regulate the spleen and stomach. You might as well try massaging Zusanli acupoint to clear the stomach and intestines, dry the spleen and dampness, and the symptoms will be slowly relieved. "
"Zusanli acupoint, I only know that it is a health acupoint, and it can also cure stomach problems?" asked Li Ming curiously.
"Of course. Dr. Zhao explained, "The Zusanli acupoint is located three inches below the eyes of the outer knee, which belongs to the Zuyang Ming Stomach Meridian.
Massaging this acupoint can strengthen the spleen and invigorate qi, raise and clear turbidity, and improve digestion and absorption. Especially if you have symptoms of spleen deficiency and dampness, it is better to press three miles often. Massage for 5-10 minutes in the morning and evening every day, and continue for a period of time, and the gastrointestinal problems will gradually improve. "
Under the careful guidance of Dr. Zhao Hua, Li Ming began to try to massage the Zusanli acupoint every day.
At the follow-up visit a month later, he happily told Dr. Zhao that the frequency of stomach pain and flatulence had decreased significantly, and his stools had tended to form.
Hearing the good news, Dr. Zhao smiled and said, "It seems that your spleen and stomach function has been slowly recovering. Be sure to continue to insist on massage, and with your usual diet, I believe you will be healthy soon!"
In fact, spring health preservation focuses on strengthening the spleen and removing dampness.
Traditional Chinese medicine believes that the spleen is the main movement, which dominates the body's qi and blood production and water metabolism. When the spleen qi is weak, the metabolism of water and fluid will be abnormal, and the dampness will naturally take advantage of the weakness, resulting in a series of digestive symptoms.
In spring, when the yang energy rises, the function of the spleen and stomach is also vigorous, which is a good time to regulate the spleen and stomach and get rid of dampness.
Among the many spleen-nourishing acupuncture points, Zusanli is particularly crucial.
"Lingshu Ben Lose" said: "The pulse of the stomach and feet is Yangming, starting from the cheeks of the nose, going east to the outside of the nose, the upper gums, entering the cheeks, the lower person welcomes, the big welcome, the cheek car, the upper ear, the guest host, the hairline, to the forehead; "
It can be seen that the route of the stomach meridian is closely related to the spleen and stomach. As the lower acupoint of the stomach meridian, Zusanli is an important acupuncture point for regulating the spleen and stomach.
Some studies have found that acupuncture can promote gastrointestinal peristalsis, effectively improve gastric electrical rhythm, regulate gastric acid secretion, and relieve symptoms such as indigestion, stomach pain, and diarrhea.
Animal experiments have shown that acupuncture can increase the level of immunoglobulin, enhance the phagocytic function of macrophages, and thus improve the body's ability to resist diseases.
Of course, simply massaging the Zusanli acupoint is not a panacea.
The real recovery of the spleen and stomach also depends on the usual diet and nourishment. In spring, the diet should be light and supplemented, mainly sweet and warm products, such as brown rice, millet, chicken, crucian carp, etc., which can strengthen the spleen and replenish deficiency.
In addition, eating small, frequent meals, eating regularly, and chewing slowly are all good habits to protect the spleen and stomach.
For modern urbanites, in the fast-paced life, we often ignore the signals sent by our bodies. Perhaps, a simple foot three-mile massage is the beginning of cherishing health.
Health is never something that can be achieved overnight. It requires our accumulated efforts and the optimization and adjustment of lifestyle. In the face of sub-health problems, you might as well try to start from the small things around you. Listen to the ancient wisdom of Chinese medicine and use a pair of diligent hands to open the door to health. I believe that as long as we have a heart of awe and understand the way of health preservation, we will be able to regain a healthy life in this beautiful season!