Improper supplement can damage health. Many people experience symptoms such as oral ulcers, getting heaty, bloating, constipation, and insomnia after entering winter, all because they consume too many supplements. The most common mistakes people make when supplementing are as follows:
1. Starting too early
Traditional Chinese medicine believes that the best time to start supplementing is from the Winter Solstice to the end of the 27-day period known as "Sanjiu." During this time, supplementing can lay a foundation for preventing infectious diseases and improving physical fitness in the coming spring. However, many people cannot wait until the beginning of winter and start supplementing prematurely. At this time, the weather is still very dry, and excessive supplementation can easily disrupt the balance of the body's qi and blood.
2. Over-supplementing
"Those who don't need to supplement should not do so" is a common misconception when it comes to winter supplementation. For young people with good physical fitness who can eat normally, supplementation is not recommended. It is the elderly, weak individuals, and those with suboptimal health who should consider supplementation.
3. Spending too much on supplements
Bird's nest, ginseng, donkey-hide gelatin, and cordyceps are expensive tonics that are increasingly being hyped up. However, it is unnecessary to blindly trust their effects. Tremella can replace bird's nest, and jujube can replace donkey-hide gelatin.
4. Random supplementation
Many people start supplementing without understanding their own physical condition, leading to indiscriminate consumption.
5. Only supplementing one kind
When it comes to supplementation, some people only think of lamb meat, dog meat, or simply consuming jujube and walnuts. This can easily lead to nutritional imbalances in the body. No single supplement contains all the nutrients, so it is important to consume a variety of supplements.
If you experience discomfort and cannot find the cause after visiting the hospital, then you likely belong to the group that needs supplementation. You can consume supplements according to the corresponding symptoms. For example, if you feel weak and lack energy, it is best to drink chicken soup or pork rib soup. If you experience dizziness, pale complexion, and heavy menstrual flow, it is best to drink Angelica ginger beef soup.
Gao Fang is a long-lasting tonic that can be slowly absorbed in the stomach and intestines, making it particularly suitable for winter supplementation for those with suboptimal health. Experts remind that you should not blindly trust the standardized Gao Fang formulas circulating online. Instead, you should go to a reputable hospital and ask a doctor to assess your physical condition and prescribe a suitable formula for you.
