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Liu Fang stood in front of the mirror, her hands trembling and holding a handful of hair. This is already the third time this week. She stared at the haggard figure in the mirror, tears glistening in her eyes. Just after my 30th birthday, it should be the best time of my life, but why is there less and less hair? Is it really like Lao Zhang said, it is not hair that is lost, but essence and blood?
Liu Fang recalled a conversation with her colleague Lao Zhang last week. During the lunch break that day, Lao Zhang mysteriously took out a box of Chinese patent medicine, saying that this was a "treasure" he had stumbled upon, which could not only drive away hair loss, but also make white hair black. Liu Fang was skeptical, but couldn't help but be curious: "Is it really so magical?" It can't be a lie, can it?"
Lao Zhang's expression was serious: "You know that I have always sought truth from facts. This is not an ordinary health care product, but a Chinese patent medicine for children. I used it for a month and my hair became noticeably darker. He lowered his voice and added, "Actually, it's not our hair that's missing, it's our essence and blood!"
Liu Fang was confused: "What is essence blood?" What does it have to do with hair loss?"
Lao Zhang patiently explained: "In the theory of traditional Chinese medicine, essence and blood are the most precious substances in the human body. Not only does it nourish the hair, but it is also related to our overall health. Hair loss is one of the manifestations of insufficient sperm and blood. "
Liu Fang thought thoughtfully: "Then how does this medicine replenish essence blood?"
"Well, I can't tell you exactly how it works. But the effect is really good, do you want to try it?" Lao Zhang enthusiastically recommended.
Liu Fang hesitated. She's always been cautious about supplements, but recent hair loss has really bothered her. Looking at Lao Zhang's thick black hair, she couldn't help but be a little shaken in her heart.
"Let me think again." Liu Fangwan rejected Lao Zhang's kindness, but she had already begun to weigh the pros and cons in her heart.
Back to reality, Liu Fang sighed and decided to make an appointment to go to the hospital for a comprehensive examination. Perhaps, it's not just a matter of hair loss.
The next day, Liu Fang came to the central hospital. Attending physician Wang Liguo carefully inquired about her symptoms and lifestyle habits, and did a series of examinations.
"Ms. Liu, according to the results of the examination, your hair loss is mainly caused by excessive stress and unbalanced nutrition." Dr. Wang looked at the examination report and said, "I noticed that you have not been sleeping well recently, is it a lot of work pressure?"
Liu Fang nodded: "Yes, the company has a big project recently, and I often work overtime until late at night."
Dr Wang went on to explain, "Long-term stress can affect our endocrine system, leading to insufficient blood supply to the hair follicles, which can lead to hair loss. Also, your blood test shows low ferritin, which can also be one of the causes of hair loss. "
"That's... What should I do?" Liu Fang asked anxiously.
"First of all, I recommend that you adjust your routine and get enough sleep. Second, eat a balanced diet and eat more foods rich in iron and protein. Dr. Wang began to prescribe, "I will prescribe you some medication to improve blood circulation, along with some topical hair growth preparations." "
Liu Fang hesitated for a moment, but still asked the doubts in her heart: "Doctor Wang, I heard that there is a kind of Chinese patent medicine that can greatly replenish sperm and blood and drive away hair loss and gray hair, is this true?"
Dr. Wang smiled: "You should be talking about some preparations containing traditional Chinese medicine ingredients such as Polygonum multiflori. Indeed, in TCM theory, the kidneys dominate the hair, and the lack of sperm and blood will affect the function of the kidneys. But," his tone became serious, "we can't blindly believe the advertisement. Any drug has its indications and contraindications, and improper use may bring side effects. "
"So does this Chinese patent medicine have any effect?" Liu Fang asked.
"This is a one-size-fits-all question." Dr. Wang patiently explains, "TCM theories do have their own unique insights, and certain TCM ingredients may be helpful in improving hair loss. However, we need to understand that hair loss is a complex issue that can involve a variety of factors, such as genetics, stress, nutrition, disease, etc. Relying on one drug alone will not solve all problems. "
Dr. Wang continued, "Moreover, the so-called 'great replenishment of essence and blood' is also debatable. Our body is a balanced system, and over-supplementation may upset this balance, which can lead to undesirable effects. For example, some preparations containing Polygonum multiflorum may cause abnormal liver function. "
Liu Fang thought thoughtfully: "Then how should we look at this kind of product correctly?"
"First of all, we must have a scientific and rational attitude." "Secondly, if you want to try these kinds of products, it is best to use them under the guidance of a medical professional. Most importantly, don't put all your hopes on a 'miracle' drug, but start with a holistic lifestyle. "
After listening to Dr. Wang's explanation, Liu Fang felt suddenly enlightened. She decided to follow her doctor's advice and start by adjusting her lifestyle habits and slowly improve her condition.
Over the next few months, Ms. Liu began to rigorously follow her doctor's recommendations. She adjusted her schedule to get 7-8 hours of sleep a day. In her diet, she added iron-rich foods such as lean meat, spinach, fungus, etc. At the same time, she also started to stick to 30 minutes of aerobic exercise every day to improve blood circulation.
In terms of work, Liu Fang learned to arrange time reasonably, improve work efficiency, and try to avoid frequent overtime. She also developed a habit of meditation and spent 10 minutes a day doing deep breathing exercises to relieve stress.
Three months later, Liu Fang was pleasantly surprised to find that her hair condition had improved significantly. Hair loss is drastically reduced, and new hair grows thicker and shinier. Not only that, but her overall condition is also much better, her energy is more energetic, and her skin has become rosy and shiny.
When he returned to the hospital for a follow-up, Dr. Wang spoke highly of Liu Fang's changes: "Ms. Liu, your indicators have improved significantly. Blood tests show that ferritin levels have returned to normal, which is a sign that your diet is working. "
Liu Fang said happily, "Thank you, Dr. Wang. I've really learned a lot during this time. It turns out that health really needs all-round care, and you can't hope for a certain 'magical' drug. "
Dr. Wang nodded: "That's right, health is a system engineering. The same goes for hair loss, which is often a signal from the body to remind us to pay attention to our overall lifestyle. "
After leaving the hospital, Liu Fang met her colleague Lao Zhang. Lao Zhang looked at Liu Fang's radiant appearance in surprise: "Wow, Liu Fang, your complexion is so good!" Did you use the Chinese patent medicine I recommended?"
Liu Fang smiled: "No, I didn't use that medicine." These changes are achieved through lifestyle adjustments. She simply shared her experience over the past few months.
After listening to this, Lao Zhang thought thoughtfully: "I see." It seems that I should also take a fresh look at my habits. "
Liu Fang encouraged: "Yes, health really needs to be maintained in many ways. By the way, are you still using that Chinese patent medicine lately?"
Lao Zhang shook his head: "I'm ashamed to say that after using it for a while, I had some uncomfortable symptoms, and I went to the hospital for examination and found that my liver function was a little abnormal." The doctor advised me to stop using it and told me to pay attention to a balanced diet and regular work and rest. "
Liu Fang thought thoughtfully: "It seems that whether it is Western medicine or traditional Chinese medicine, it needs to be used cautiously under the guidance of a professional doctor."
Lao Zhang nodded: "Yes, there is no shortcut to the road of health, we still have to be down-to-earth and start from little by little."
The two looked at each other and smiled, full of confidence in the future healthy life.
This experience made Liu Fang understand that although the so-called "it is not the hair that is lost, but the essence and blood" is eye-catching, it oversimplifies the complex health problem. The true way to health is not to find a magic "panacea", but to start with a holistic lifestyle, such as a balanced diet, regular work and rest, moderate exercise, and stress management. Only in this way can we truly achieve a healthy balance of body and mind.
Liu Fang's story teaches us that when faced with health problems, we need to think rationally and seek professional advice, rather than blindly believing exaggerated advertising claims. At the same time, we should also realize that TCM and Western medicine have their own advantages, and the ideal path to health should be a combination of the two, under the guidance of science, to learn from each other's strengths and weaknesses to achieve the best health results.
Finally, Liu Fang's experience also enlightens us that health is not only a physical problem, but also a lifestyle choice. When we learn to care for ourselves, respect the needs of our bodies, and balance work and life, we will not only be able to solve specific problems such as hair loss, but also achieve overall health and happiness. This is the real "blood filling", which is the state of life that we should pursue.