In daily life, moisture is everywhere. If we don't pay attention, moisture can quietly enter our bodies and affect our health. So how do we prevent the invasion of moisture?
4 habits that worsen moisture
1. Heavy taste
Good or bad gastrointestinal function is related to nutrition and water metabolism. The best way is to have a moderate and balanced diet. Greasy, too salty, and overly sweet foods are difficult to digest and can cause bloating and inflammation of the stomach and intestines. Sweet and fried foods can cause the body to produce peroxides, exacerbating inflammatory reactions.
2. Love eating cold
According to traditional Chinese medicine, cold foods, ice cream, or cold fruits and vegetables can stagnate the digestion and absorption function of the stomach and intestines, creating an opportunity for external pathogens to invade. Therefore, they should not be consumed in excess, and it is best to add scallions and ginger to reduce the cold nature of vegetables when cooking.
3. Poor ventilation
Some daily habits can also worsen the moisture in the surrounding environment and in the body, such as sitting on the floor to play or staying in a closed room for a long time. It is important to open windows for ventilation regularly, especially when the room is humid.
4. Lack of exercise
People who exercise less often experience symptoms of heavy body and weakness in the limbs, indicating excessive moisture. The less exercise one does, the more moisture accumulates in the body, which can eventually lead to diseases. Moderate exercise such as running, walking, swimming, etc., can promote the coordination of organ functions, accelerating the "elimination of moisture."
5. Moist environment
The use of air conditioning, especially in summer, is very detrimental to our bodies. Sweating in summer is an important way to dispel dampness, but once you enter an air-conditioned room, the sweat is suppressed and cannot be released. It accumulates in the body, causing waste and dampness. In addition, some young people find it romantic to walk in the rain, but inadvertently, dampness can also invade.
Methods to eliminate dampness
1. Traditional Chinese Medicine Massage
Massage acupoints such as Fenglong, Zusanli, and Pishu can strengthen the spleen and stomach. Among them, Fenglong acupoint is the key acupoint for eliminating dampness; Pishu can invigorate the spleen and stomach; Zusanli can replenish energy, promote circulation, and relieve pain. Massaging these three acupoints 100 times a day is a good way to eliminate dampness and nourish the spleen and stomach.
2. Soaking Feet with Artemisia Leaves
Soaking feet with Artemisia leaves has the effect of dispelling cold. Artemisia belongs to extremely yang medicinal herbs. Soaking feet with Artemisia leaf water can effectively eliminate deficiency heat and cold, and can treat diseases such as oral ulcers, sore throat, periodontitis, gingivitis, and otitis media. For patients with heavy cold and dampness in the body, soaking feet with Artemisia leaf water once a week is beneficial. However, while soaking feet with Artemisia leaf water, one must stop eating cold foods. Don't let cold and dampness invade, and gradually you will find that even when consuming tonics, your body is less prone to heat, and your physique gradually strengthens.
3. Clever Use of Scallions, Ginger, and Garlic
Scallions, ginger, and garlic are not only commonly used condiments at home, but also have irreplaceable medicinal value. For example, you can try boiling a bowl of hot and spicy ginger soup at home. The amazing effects of ginger soup can expel the moisture in the body. After sweating all over, the symptoms will be relieved. This method is also suitable for preventing colds after getting caught in the rain.
4. Laziness Requires More Exercise
Most people with excessive moisture in their bodies are those who consume greasy food and lack exercise. These people often feel heavy in the body and weak in the limbs, and are unwilling to move. However, the less exercise one does, the more moisture accumulates in the body, which will eventually lead to dampness attacking the spleen and cause a series of symptoms.
Exercise can relieve stress, promote organ function, and accelerate the elimination of dampness from the body. Activities such as running, walking, swimming, yoga, and tai chi help activate the circulation of qi and blood, and increase water metabolism.
5. Dietary Regulation
Traditional Chinese medicine believes that cold foods, ice products, or cold fruits and vegetables can stagnate the digestion and absorption function of the stomach and intestines, and should not be consumed in unlimited quantities. For example, lettuce salad, watermelon, Chinese cabbage, bitter gourd, etc., are best cooked with scallions and ginger to reduce the cold nature of vegetables. Do not consume foods that harm the spleen and stomach in a damp environment, such as cold dishes and cold drinks. People who enjoy sweet foods should also refrain from eating them because "sweetness can generate dampness."
