As winter approaches, the weather becomes increasingly cold and dry. In order to keep warm, many people wrap themselves up like a dumpling to avoid the cold. However, dressing warmly in winter is not as simple as wrapping oneself like a dumpling, especially for older people who are more susceptible to feeling cold. Therefore, it is important to pay attention to the following tips to prevent the body from getting cold.
Preventing Lung Coldness: Drinking Hot Porridge to Disperse Coldness
Wind-cold colds are the most common problem in winter. For those with mild symptoms, you can choose to cook porridge with ingredients that have a warm and dispersing effect on the body and can promote lung health. After drinking the porridge, cover yourself with a blanket and let a slight sweat come out.
Preventing Nose Coldness: Washing the Nose with Cold Water in the Morning
In the cold and dry winter weather, rhinitis becomes a big problem for many older people. How to prevent rhinitis? Let's try to fight coldness with coldness! Washing the nose with cold water in the morning and evening can enhance the immune function of the nasal mucosa, which is a good way to prevent and treat rhinitis. While washing the nose with cold water, gently rub the sides of the nose to improve the blood circulation of the nasal mucosa, which can help relieve symptoms of nasal congestion and sneezing caused by allergic rhinitis.
Preventing Neck Coldness: Wearing a Scarf to Protect the Neck
Autumn and winter are the seasons when cervical spondylosis is most common. The neck is a key area for maintaining overall health. There are not only many blood vessels in the neck, but also important acupoints, such as the Dazhui acupoint, Fengchi acupoint, and Jianjing acupoint that extends to the shoulders. Wearing a scarf in winter not only blocks the cold wind and keeps the neck warm, but also prevents the blood vessels in the head and neck from contracting due to the cold, which has certain benefits for preventing hypertension, cardiovascular disease, insomnia, and other conditions.
Preventing Waist Coldness: Rubbing the Waist with Both Hands to Warm the Kidneys
Rubbing the waist with both hands can help to unblock the belt meridian, strengthen the lumbar spine, and nourish the kidneys. The waist is the area where the belt meridian (a meridian that wraps around the waist) runs through, especially the lower back on both sides of the spine where the kidneys are located. The kidneys prefer warmth and dislike coldness. Regular massage can warm and nourish the kidneys and promote the circulation of Qi and blood. The specific method is as follows: rub both hands together until they become warm, press firmly on the lower back acupoint, pause for a moment, and then rub down to the tailbone (Changqiang acupoint). Repeat this 50-100 times each time, and do it once in the morning and evening.
Preventing Foot Coldness: Regular Foot Soaks
Foot soaks are different from washing the feet with hot water. There are three points to note for foot soaks. First, the temperature should be around 40℃, and the water should cover the ankle joint. Second, soak for 20-30 minutes, adding hot water from time to time to maintain the temperature. After soaking, the skin should be slightly red. Third, massage the toes and the soles of the feet for 2-3 minutes after soaking. Finally, it is recommended to go to bed within half an hour after completing the foot soak to ensure the effectiveness of the foot soak.
