People tend to feel drowsy in the spring, and some people always feel dizzy and unfocused, which can be a small problem in work and life. How to wake up and refresh your mind? Traditional Chinese medicine believes that acupressure is a good way to wake up the brain. Let's talk about how to massage the acupoints to wake up the brain.
Press Fengchi Acupoint
Fengchi acupoint is located on the outer recess of the occiput where two major tendons attach to the occipital bone. The deep layer of this acupoint is in the midbrain and brainstem area. Strong stimulation of Fengchi acupoint can wake up the brain, improve yang qi, and relieve the qi of Shaoyang meridian. You can press the Fengchi acupoint with the thumbs of both hands, and grasp the top of the head with the other four fingers. Press the Fengchi acupoint with the thumbs three to five times, one press and one release, to promote blood circulation in the brain and make the brain instantly clear.
Pinch Hegu Acupoint
The end of each finger is the starting and ending point of various meridians in the hand, which are connected to different parts of the head, face, and internal organs. It is located on both sides of the nail root, 1 to 2 millimeters from the root. Simply put, use the thumb and index finger of one hand to pinch both sides of the nail root of the opposite finger, and pinch it three to five times with a little force, according to the degree of pain. The root of each finger should be pinched. According to the theory of meridians in traditional Chinese medicine, the root of the thumb is connected to the Hand Taiyin Lung Meridian, the index finger is connected to the Hand Yangming Large Intestine Meridian, the middle finger is connected to the Hand Jueyin Pericardium Meridian, the ring finger is connected to the Hand Shaoyang Sanjiao Meridian, and the little finger is connected to the Hand Shaoyin Heart Meridian and the Hand Taiyang Small Intestine Meridian. Moreover, the Hand Three Yin Meridians mentioned above run from the fingertips to the head and face, while the Hand Three Yang Meridians run from the head and face to the fingertips. Stimulating the well points of each meridian can promote the circulation of qi and blood to the head, thereby refreshing the mind. It can also prevent and treat various diseases related to the organs and meridians connected by the Hand Three Yin and Three Yang Meridians.
Press Earlobe
According to holographic theory, the ear is like an inverted baby, and the earlobe is equivalent to the head. The method is very simple, first use the thumbs and index fingers of both hands to press and pull the ears a few times, until the ears feel warm, then focus on rubbing or pulling the earlobes a few times, and use the index fingers to pinch the lower end of the lower earlobe and pull it downward, so that the earlobes feel tingling. From the perspective of acupoints on the ears, the earlobe corresponds to the cheeks, ears, jaw, eyes and other parts, and the lower end of the lower earlobe corresponds to the brain and subcortex. Pressing these areas can stimulate the corresponding areas of the brain and promote the circulation of qi and blood in the brain, thereby refreshing the mind.
Seven Foods to Refresh Your Mind
1. Oats
Some people say that if the breakfast is high in fiber, there will be no feeling of hunger. Nutritional scientists explain that fiber can slow down the digestion speed and continuously supply carbohydrates to the blood vessels, so that the body can continuously obtain energy. Oatmeal is a fiber-rich food, with slow and balanced energy release, which can keep the blood sugar level at a high level for a long time, so that people do not feel hungry and have full energy.
2. Beans
Iron is the main medium for human energy production. It is responsible for delivering oxygen to organs and muscles. Therefore, if the body lacks iron, it will cause anemia, making people feel dizzy and weak. Although pork liver and lean meat are the best sources of iron, eating some red beans, black beans, or soybeans regularly can also supplement iron and effectively improve fatigue and weakness.
3. Tuna
Among high-protein fish, tuna contains abundant tyrosine, which can help produce neurotransmitters in the brain, making people more focused and mentally sharp.
4. Spinach
Spinach contains magnesium, which is easily lacking in women. If women consume less than 280 milligrams of magnesium daily, they will feel tired. Magnesium helps convert carbohydrates in muscles into usable energy in the body.
5. Strawberries
Strawberries are rich in vitamin C, and vitamin C helps the body absorb iron, nourishing the cells. Therefore, eating more strawberries can make people energetic.
6. Non-fat Yogurt
Many women feel tired and sleepy before and after their periods. A study shows that eating foods rich in calcium, such as non-fat yogurt, can significantly improve this condition. If you eat three small cups of non-fat yogurt or two large cups of milk every day, it can alleviate symptoms such as abdominal pain, fatigue, and irritability, because calcium can relieve muscle tension and regulate endocrine.
7. Bananas
Bananas are known as "high-energy food" because they contain easily absorbable carbohydrates and are also rich in potassium. Potassium can help maintain the normal function of muscles and nerves in the body, but it cannot be stored in the body for a long time. After intense exercise, the potassium in the body will decrease significantly. Studies have shown that low potassium levels can cause muscle pain, irregular heartbeat, and slow reaction. Eating a few bananas can supplement the lack of potassium.
