On a hot summer day, Uncle Zhang came to my clinic and sat on a chair with a worried face. He told me that lately he has been feeling exhausted, his appetite has been greatly reduced, and even his favorite Tai Chi exercise has been strained. I asked him about his symptoms and found that he had been living a stressful life recently, and he had some irregularities in eating and sleeping.
"Uncle Zhang, do you feel a sense of depression inside your body, or like something is blocked?" I asked him tentatively.
He nodded and said, "Yes, I feel like there's a breath of air that can't flow smoothly and always makes me feel uncomfortable. ”
This situation reminds me of the concept of "three focal points" in the theory of traditional Chinese medicine. I explained to Uncle Zhang the important role of Sanjiao in the human body, which is responsible for the operation of qi, water metabolism, and digestion and absorption. When the trifocal is clear, the body stays healthy, but once there is a blockage, various health problems will occur.
The impact of the three-focal blockage
Physiological effects
The patency of trifocal will affect the normal operation of various systems of the human body, especially the digestive system, respiratory system and circulatory system. First of all, the digestive system is affected, and food cannot be digested and absorbed properly, resulting in problems such as indigestion, stomach bloating, and constipation. Secondly, the respiratory system is also affected, and the qi cannot run smoothly, resulting in symptoms such as shortness of breath and difficulty breathing. Finally, the impact on the circulatory system can lead to poor blood circulation, dizziness, weakness in the limbs, and other symptoms.
Psychological effects
In addition to the impact on physical health, trifocal can also have a negative impact on mental health. Long-term trifocal disorder may lead to emotional instability, anxiety, depression and other psychological problems. This is because in the theory of traditional Chinese medicine, the three focal points are closely related to the regulation of people's emotions, and once there is a problem, it will affect the emotional state of the person.
The five-minute trick of the old Chinese medicine doctor: simple daily actions to quickly activate the three cokes
In traditional Chinese medicine theory, the sanjiao is regarded as an important "organ" of the human body, and although it has no specific anatomical entity, it covers the chest, abdomen and pelvis, and regulates the flow of energy and fluids in the human body. If the three focal points are blocked, it may lead to a variety of dysfunctions in the body. Luckily, with the following simple movements that only take five minutes a day, you can effectively promote the smooth flow of the trifocal and thus improve your overall health.
Action 1: Homeopathic abdomen
How to do it: Warm your hands and gently rub your abdomen 50 times in a clockwise direction, then repeat counterclockwise. This action helps to promote blood circulation in the abdomen, activates the intestines, aids digestion and excretion, and is a key action to promote the smooth flow of the lower focus.
Expected Effect: Improves digestive function and relieves constipation.
Movement 2: Expand your lungs and breathe
How to do it: Take deep breaths, stand, feet shoulder-width apart, take a deep breath and raise your arms at the same time, expand your chest as much as possible, and lower your arms as you exhale slowly. Repeat this 10 times. This exercise helps to open the chest cavity, promote gas exchange in the lungs, and enhance the function of the middle focus.
Expected effect: Enhance respiratory function, improve oxygen absorption and carbon dioxide excretion efficiency.
Movement 3: Ankle rotation
How to do it: Sit on a chair, lift one foot and rotate 10 times clockwise from the ankle joint, then counterclockwise. Repeat with different feet. This action helps to stimulate blood circulation in the legs, especially the blood return of the lower limbs, which plays an important role in opening up the lower focus.
Expected effect: Improves blood circulation in the lower limbs and reduces leg fatigue.
Other support measures in life: all-round adjustment to optimize the health of the trifocus
In addition to the simple gymnastics movements in daily life, maintaining the health of Sanjiao also requires comprehensive adjustment from diet and lifestyle habits.
Dietary adjustment: Choose ingredients that nourish qi and nourish yin
Add ingredients such as yam, lotus seeds, and red dates to your daily diet, which can nourish qi and nourish yin and dryness. Avoid excessive intake of spicy, fried foods, which may cause excessive heat in the body and interfere with the trifocal function.
Suggestion: Eat yam or red dates at least three times a week to help improve the body's ability to regulate qi and blood.
Schedule adjustment: Ensure adequate sleep and regular life
Getting at least 7-8 hours of sleep a day, and doing relaxation activities such as reading or listening to soft music before bed can help improve sleep quality.
Regular lifestyle habits can help the body establish a stable rhythm and promote the balance of trifocal function. Try to eat, sleep, and work at the same time to avoid excessive fatigue and stress.
Tip: Perform gymnastics regularly every day, optionally after waking up in the morning or between work, to ensure good habits.
Emotion regulation: Learn to relax and regulate stress
Deal with stress and anxiety in your life and learn to regulate your mood through breathing exercises, meditation or relaxation.
Finding a way to relax that works for you, such as going for a walk, listening to music, and chatting with friends, can help relieve stress and maintain peace of mind.
Tip: Set aside at least 10-15 minutes a day for relaxation exercises to help reduce physical and mental tension.
With the above lifestyle support measures, you can comprehensively regulate your body functions and optimize your trifocal health, thereby improving your overall well-being. Remember, good lifestyle habits are the key to promoting good health!