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In that quiet town, retired old people often get together, drink tea and chat, and enjoy a carefree old age.
Tea, as a traditional Chinese drink, is not only a symbol of culture, but also an indispensable part of the social activities of the elderly. However, is it really good for older people to drink too much tea?
First of all, it is worth mentioning that the impact of caffeine contained in tea on the elderly cannot be ignored. Caffeine may cause a rapid heartbeat and, in some people with heart disease, may trigger an unstable heart rhythm.
For example, there is an elderly man who is usually physically strong, but since he has retired, he has drunk at least five or six cups of green tea a day. Soon, he began to feel flustered and tired, and upon examination, it turned out to be an irregular heartbeat. That's what caffeine can do. Let's take a look at the tea polyphenols in tea, although they have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, excessive intake can also cause stomach upset.
A hypothetical example is that an elderly man who likes to drink strong tea has a long-term problem with stomach pain. This shows that for the elderly with stomach problems, it is very necessary to reduce the intake of strong tea.
For example, an elderly man with anemia who did not know that his anemia was partly due to regular consumption of tea, and the components in the tea affected the absorption of iron. Under the advice of the doctor, he adjusted his tea drinking habits and drank it in moderation, and his anemia condition was improved.
These examples illustrate that while tea has many benefits for the elderly, such as refreshing the mind and aiding digestion, excessive consumption can indeed have some adverse effects on the body. While enjoying the fun of the tea ceremony, the elderly should pay more attention to the type and concentration of tea and their own health status, and drink it in moderation.
Dog days are approaching, and at this time, the elderly should especially pay attention to adjusting their diet and lifestyle habits to adapt to the challenges brought by the high temperature. In this hot season, tea that doesn't cost anything – that is, homemade herbal tea, becomes a good choice.
Unlike regular teas, herbal teas are usually made up of a variety of herbs that can both relieve heat and cool down while providing health benefits. But how should the elderly make herbal tea safe and effective when choosing it?
First of all, we need to understand what herbal tea is. Honeysuckle is popular for its strong antiviral and antibacterial abilities, especially in the prevention of respiratory diseases. Imagine an elderly man who has been living in the city for a long time and has accumulated a lot of calories and toxins in his body, often feeling dry mouth and skin problems.
On the advice of his doctor, he began to drink herbal tea made from honeysuckle and chrysanthemum every day. However, although herbal tea is good, it is not suitable for everyone to drink casually. Especially for patients with heart disease or the elderly with special diseases, you must be extra careful when choosing herbal tea.
For example, an elderly person with a history of high blood pressure can adversely affect their health if they accidentally choose an herb that can cause blood pressure fluctuations, such as licorice.
The choice of herbs and dosage for making herbal tea must be done with caution and preferably under the guidance of a doctor or herbalist. The preparation method of herbal tea is also very important. Traditional herbal teas often require decoction to maximize the extraction of the active ingredients in the herbs.
For example, chrysanthemums should not be cooked at high temperatures for long periods of time, otherwise they will lose a lot of aromatic oils and flavonoids, which are key components for maintaining health. In the hot season such as dog days, the elderly can not only help regulate their body temperature and reduce heat by drinking herbal tea in moderation, but also promote good health.
For example, an elderly person who often feels tired in the summer feels refreshed and significantly less tired after drinking herbal tea made of prunella vulgaris, mung beans and peppermint. Such drinks can not only quench thirst, but also help improve the quality of life of the elderly.
Herbal tea is indeed a healthy drink that the elderly can drink in large quantities on dog days. However, when choosing and preparing herbal tea, we should pay attention to individual differences, pay attention to the selection and ratio of ingredients, and follow the doctor's instructions, so as to ensure that we can enjoy the coolness of summer without affecting our health.
Through these fictional examples, we can see that the rational use of herbal tea can indeed bring many benefits to the summer life of the elderly.
Dog days, this season of high temperature and humidity, is not only a test of the body for the elderly, but also a good opportunity to adjust their living habits. In addition to drinking herbal tea, there are plenty of healthy activities that can help seniors get through this hot time.
First of all, while you need to be cautious about outdoor activities on dog days, choosing to take a light walk during the cooler times of the day can not only help seniors stay healthy, but also strengthen their heart and lungs.
For example, a hypothetical old man, since retirement, insisted on walking for half an hour every morning, not only his weight was controlled, his blood pressure also tended to normal, and his overall mental state improved greatly. Next, we can consider water activities such as swimming. Swimming is a full-body exercise, and its benefits are manifold.
Swimming can reduce the burden on the joints, improve muscle strength and endurance, and at the same time, effectively reduce body heat, suitable for hot dog days.
A fictional example is that there is an elderly man who, due to his long-term arthritis, is always accompanied by pain on land. But when he started trying to swim, he found that the buoyancy of the water greatly reduced the burden on his joints, and he was able to do more exercise without feeling discomfort.
Gardening activities are also a good option for seniors to consider on dog days. Gardening is not just about growing plants, it's also an activity that relaxes and improves your mood.
Studies have shown that gardening reduces psychological stress and increases well-being. Suppose there is an elderly man who, since he started gardening in his small garden, has noticed a significant reduction in anxiety and improved sleep quality. Of course, in addition to the above-mentioned activities, seniors can also use this period to learn new skills such as calligraphy, painting, etc.
For example, an imaginary old man who, after his retirement, decided to learn calligraphy. In short, dog days are both a challenge and an opportunity for seniors. By organizing their daily activities properly, they can not only avoid the adverse effects of high temperatures, but also improve their quality of life.
Whether it's walking, swimming, gardening, or learning a new skill, seniors have the opportunity to find healthy activities that work for them during the season and enjoy a fulfilling and meaningful later life. These activities are not just a filling of time, but also a source of health and happiness.
What do you think about drinking tea? Welcome to discuss in the comment area!
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