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"Doctor, I've been drinking orange peel every day for three years, do you think this has any effect on my body?"
Li Hongmei sat in the waiting room of the hospital, with a hint of nervousness and curiosity, and posed the question to the doctor sitting across from her. Li Hongmei, 53, is an ordinary middle school teacher who likes to study various traditional health preservation methods.
Three years ago, she read in a book about traditional health that orange peel can be soaked in water to help digestion and improve immunity. Since then, she has started a life with a glass of orange peel water every day.
Dr. Zhang Mingming, who is over 50 years old, is an experienced internist. He calmly picked up Li Hongmei's health file and reviewed her health records for the past three years in detail. "Hongmei, according to your examination records, there has been a significant improvement in your gastrointestinal function, such as the indigestion and stomach pain that you used to complain about, which have almost disappeared in recent years."
After Li Hongmei heard this, there was a hint of surprise in her eyes. "That's great! Is this because of the effect of orange peel water? She was eager to know the scientific explanation behind this.
Dr. Zhang smiled and adjusted his glasses. "Tangerine peel is indeed rich in citric acid and vitamin C, which help promote stomach acid secretion, which helps food to digest better. In addition, orange peel also contains a certain amount of dietary fiber, which is also beneficial for improving intestinal health. ”
"But you have to be careful, that's not to say that orange peel is a panacea." Dr. Zhang went on to explain, "No dietary therapy can replace standardized medical practices. Moreover, the oil components in orange peel may cause other problems in the body under certain conditions, such as allergic reactions in people with sensitive constitutions. ”
Hearing this, Li Hongmei's expression became more serious. "Shouldn't I stop drinking orange peel water?" She was a little worried about whether she had made the right choice.
"There's no need to rush to stop, but I suggest you can make appropriate adjustments, such as reducing a few days a week and observing if there are any unpleasant changes in your body." "At the same time, I would like to make some adjustments to your diet and add some high-fiber foods such as whole grains and vegetables to keep your gut healthy." ”
During the conversation, Li Hongmei felt that she had gained a lot. She realizes that wellness is not static, but needs to be flexible as her physical condition changes. "Doctor, do some of the ingredients in orange peel also help prevent certain diseases?" Li Hongmei curiously asked another question.
Dr. Zhang Zhizhi nodded, "The flavonoids in orange peel have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, and long-term moderate intake may help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. However, these are based on average data, and each person's constitution and reaction is different. Therefore, it is very important to consider the individual's health condition and the doctor's advice to make a decision. ”
In this consultation, Li Hongmei not only answered her doubts, but also had a deeper understanding of how to scientifically use traditional health knowledge. She thanked Dr. Zhang for his patient answers and decided to continue to focus on her health and treat various health regimens more sensibly.
In such days, there are not countless medical truths waiting to be discovered, but countless individual experiences waiting to be understood. Between science and tradition, each of us is the CEO of our own health.
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