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Uncle Zhang is 62 years old and an experienced carpenter before he retired. He enjoys playing chess and walking birds in the community park. One early morning last spring, Uncle Zhang suddenly felt dizzy, his vision was blurred, and he almost fell. Fortunately, a neighbor who was passing by helped him in time and took him to the hospital.
The doctor's diagnosis showed that Uncle Zhang's blood vessels already showed signs of mild sclerosis, and if they were not adjusted in time, they were likely to develop into cerebral infarction. This news shocked Uncle Zhang and his family. In order to improve his physical condition, Uncle Zhang began to inquire about health preservation.
By chance, Uncle Zhang heard about the miraculous effects of notoginseng powder in the community center. It is said that this Chinese herbal powder can not only open blood vessels, but also prevent cerebral infarction. With the mentality of giving it a try, Uncle Zhang began to insist on drinking Panax notoginseng powder every day.
A year has passed, how has Uncle Zhang's body changed? Let's take a look at his story.
In the first month after Uncle Zhang started taking Panax notoginseng powder, he didn't feel any obvious changes. He brewed a small spoonful of Panax notoginseng powder on an empty stomach every morning, and he always felt a little bitter after drinking it. Sometimes he wondered if it really worked, and even wavered about whether he wanted to keep going.
However, by the second month, Uncle Zhang was pleasantly surprised to find that his sleep quality seemed to have improved. I used to wake up in the middle of the night and had a significant reduction in the number of people who had difficulty falling asleep. He feels more energetic and doesn't feel as tired as he used to when he gets up early to walk the birds.
Three months later, Uncle Zhang went to the community hospital for a routine physical examination. The results of the blood pressure test showed that his blood pressure had decreased compared to before he started taking Panax notoginseng powder, which was close to the normal range. The doctor told him that it may be related to the blood pressure-lowering effect of Panax notoginseng powder. A study showed that the saponins in Panax notoginseng can improve vascular endothelial function and help lower blood pressure (Reference: Wang et al., "Effect of Panax notoginseng saponins on vascular endothelial function in patients with hypertension", Chinese Journal of Integrative Medicine, 2020).
Half a year has passed, and Uncle Zhang feels that his memory seems to have improved. He found it easier to remember the various layouts he had when he played chess, and even recalled some of the past from years ago.
He was pleasantly surprised. It turned out that some of the active ingredients contained in Panax notoginseng may have the effect of improving cognitive function (Reference: Li et al., "Effect of Panax notoginseng Extract on Cognitive Function in Patients with Mild Cognitive Impairment", Chinese Journal of Geriatrics, 2021).
Nine months after taking Panax notoginseng powder, Uncle Zhang attended a health talk organized by the community. During the lecture, a TCM expert mentioned that Panax notoginseng has the effect of invigorating blood circulation and removing blood stasis, which can improve blood circulation and prevent thrombosis. This made Uncle Zhang even more determined to continue to take Panax notoginseng powder.
A year has passed in a blink of an eye. During this year, Uncle Zhang not only insisted on taking Panax notoginseng powder, but also developed good living habits. He wakes up early every day for a walk and often participates in various activities in the community to keep his body and mind happy.
The results of the physical examination a year later made Uncle Zhang and his family happy. The elasticity of his blood vessels has improved, and the viscosity of his blood has decreased, which means that the risk of cerebral infarction is greatly reduced. The doctor told him that this may be related to Panax notoginseng saponin R1, which has an antiplatelet aggregation effect (Reference: Zhao Moumou et al., "The Effect of Panax notoginseng Saponin R1 on Platelet Aggregation and Its Mechanism Research", TCM Pharmacology and Clinical, 2022).
In addition to the objective inspection indicators, Uncle Zhang himself also felt the changes in his body. He has more energy and no longer gets tired as easily as he used to. His memory and reflexes have also improved, and he is often able to come up with some unexpected tricks when playing chess, which will amaze his chess friends.
Uncle Zhang's changes also attracted the attention of the neighbors. Everyone was amazed at how good his mental state had become, and they all asked him for advice on how to maintain his health. Uncle Zhang shared his experience of taking Panax notoginseng powder with everyone, and also reminded everyone that it is best to consult a doctor before taking any health products.
It is worth noting that although Uncle Zhang has gained a lot of benefits from taking Panax notoginseng powder, this does not mean that Panax notoginseng powder is suitable for everyone. Everyone's physical condition is different, and the reaction to Chinese medicine may also be different. Studies have shown that a small number of people may experience mild gastrointestinal discomfort or allergic reactions after taking Panax notoginseng (Reference: Chen et al., Clinical Analysis of Adverse Reactions of Panax notoginseng and its preparations, Chinese Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2023).
In addition, Uncle Zhang's lifestyle changes also played an important role in his physical changes. Regular work and rest, moderate exercise, and active social activities may all have a positive impact on his health. This reminds us that wellness should not be based on a single method, but should be a comprehensive lifestyle change.
Uncle Zhang's experience has sparked a discussion in the community about TCM health preservation. Some people have expressed doubts about the efficacy of notoginseng powder, thinking that it may only be a placebo effect. Some people have also begun to try to take Panax notoginseng powder, hoping to improve their health like Uncle Zhang.
In the face of these different voices, the community health service center organized a health lecture and invited experts in integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine to interpret the mechanism of action and precautions of Panax notoginseng. Experts pointed out that although Panax notoginseng does have certain health benefits, it cannot completely replace formal medical treatment. For people who already suffer from cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, standardized treatment is still required under the guidance of a doctor.
Uncle Zhang's story has also attracted the attention of the local media. A newspaper reporter interviewed Uncle Zhang and wrote a report on his experience. This report has caused a lot of repercussions in the local area, and many middle-aged and elderly people have begun to pay attention to the relevant information of Panax notoginseng powder.
Subsequently, some unscrupulous businesses took advantage of people's pursuit of health and launched a variety of health care products claiming to contain Panax notoginseng. In the face of a variety of products on the market, Uncle Zhang reminded everyone to keep their eyes open and choose regular channels to buy Panax notoginseng powder with guaranteed quality.
Uncle Zhang's experience tells us that on the road of pursuing health, we should not only keep an open mind to try traditional health preservation methods, but also rationally look at the propaganda of various "miraculous effects". The most important thing is to cultivate a healthy lifestyle, regular medical check-ups, and timely detection and treatment of health problems.
In one year, Uncle Zhang not only gained health, but also met many like-minded friends. Together, they formed a "Healthy Living Exchange Group" and often shared their health tips and health information. This group has also become an important channel for the elderly in the community to obtain health knowledge.
Uncle Zhang's son saw the changes in his father and began to pay attention to his health. Realizing the importance of prevention over cure, he began to adjust his lifestyle and try to balance work and life.
Looking back on the changes of this year, Uncle Zhang is full of emotion. He understands that a healthy body is the most valuable asset. He decided to write a booklet about his experience in the past year, hoping to provide some inspiration to more people.
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(The story in the article is purely fictional, if there is any similarity is purely coincidental, if the body is not well, seek medical help in time)