As the saying goes, spring is in a state of sanity, autumn is in short supply. In autumn, the weather is high and the air is cool, which should be the most comfortable season for people to feel, but in this season, many people often feel "autumn" such as fatigue, sleepiness, and inability to raise their energy.
"Autumn Deficiency" is actually a manifestation of the imbalance of yin and yang. Traditional Chinese medicine theory believes that the human body is a balanced whole of yin and yang. The weather in autumn is dry and the body is insufficient yin fluid, which leads to excessive yang and deficiency of yin, and people will feel weak and lack of energy. Although "Autumn Fat" is not a disease, it is necessary to take corresponding preventive measures in order not to affect work and life. It is recommended that everyone do the following four points to effectively alleviate autumn fatigue.
First, even though it is autumn, many areas have their own strength. The temperature has not dropped yet, the blood vessels and pores of the human skin will expand, and the blood flow to the skin will also increase greatly.
Correspondingly, the blood supply to the brain will decrease. In order to protect yourself, the brain will adjust itself to reduce excitement, and people will feel sleepy and sleepy.
Second, when the weather is hot, the body's metabolism accelerates, and oxygen consumption increases. After the autumn cools, the brain cannot regulate its dependence on oxygen for a while, which can also cause fatigue.
Specific symptoms of autumn fatigue
. I just don’t want to get up in the morning, and I feel sleepy no matter how others call me.
. Even if you get up, you always feel that you can't help yourself. When you move slowly, you are sleepy.
. He has a big temper and is always unhappy.
. I spent my day working and life in my fatigue, and I talked less clearly.
. After lunch, I feel more sleepy.
. Dry mouth and tongue, and the thinking ability has decreased.
What should I do?
In fact, for autumn fatigue, Healthcare starts from two aspects of traditional Chinese and Western medicine, and teaches you 10 tips for relief~
Simple 10 tricks to help you drive away autumn fatigue
. Replenish the spleen and stomach, overcome autumn fatigue
As mentioned in the previous article, the main root of autumn fatigue lies in insufficient vitality, spleen and stomach disorder . Therefore, if you want to overcome autumn fatigue, you must start by nourishing the spleen and stomach.
Speaking of nourishing the spleen and stomach, there are many foods to choose from. As for autumn supplements, you should "eat white" so Yangsheng You especially recommend one - taro.
"Diet Therapy Materia Medica" records that taro "heals the spleen and stomach, moistens dryness and promotes blood circulation, clears toxins and detoxifies, stops diarrhea and reduces swelling."
"Food Materia Medica" records that taro "treats heat, quenches thirst, makes people fat and white, appetizing, and stimulating intestinal closure."
can be seen that taro enters the spleen and stomach meridians, can nourish the spleen and earth, strengthen the spleen and appetite, and make people's stomach and intestines unblock, especially suitable for people with weak spleen and stomach.
Note: Patients with diabetes should not eat more taro, because the starch type rich in taro is easily converted into sugar after intake, which is not good for controlling blood sugar.
. Slap and beat, wake up Qiuwei
Slap and wake up the following two places, help wake up Qiuwei:
① Rib
Dabao point belongs to the spleen's major meridians, which is responsible for the meridians of yin and yang, and can cure diseases of the whole body.
point selection: find the point at the sixth intercostal gap 6 inches under the armpit and the mid-axillary line.
Operation method: Puff the empty palm from top to bottom for about 5 minutes.
Note: 9 to 11 o'clock in the morning is the most vigorous period of spleen meridian . At this time, the best effect is to regulate the spleen and stomach and relieve autumn fatigue, but also relieve liver and qi, relieve chest, abdomen, and rib swelling and pain.
② Back
spleen acupoint (also known as spleen shu point ) is the place where the spleen's internal organs gather, and the responsible person converts food into qi, blood and other essences needed by the body.
Therefore, appropriate slap and stimulation can be used to regulate the spleen and stomach qi mechanism and maintain the healthy movement of the spleen meridian.
acupoint selection:
the eleventh thoracic spinous process , 1.5 inches away.
You can find that the lower corners of the scapula on both sides draw a horizontal line in the middle. The seventh thoracic vertebra is opposite to the seventh thoracic vertebra, and then count the four vertebrae downwards, 1.5 inches left and right (width fingers wide) is 小时.
Operation method:
Touch gently with both hands, slap for 10 to 15 minutes each time, several times a day.
. Stretch and relax the autumn fatigue
Stretch and stretch can stretch the waist, move the muscles and bones, soothe the muscles and relax the spine.
At the same time, due to the activity of the upper limbs, more oxygen-containing blood can be supplied to the brain, making people feel more awake.
. Dry comb the scalp to eliminate fatigue
There are multiple acupoints on the head of the human body. Combing the scalp frequently can not only massage the acupoints, but also help expand the subcutaneous capillaries, promote metabolism, keep the mind clear, relieve body pressure, and eliminate fatigue.
. Light diet. Balanced nutrition.
In terms of diet, it is mainly light. Avoid eating greasy and raw and cold foods. It still needs to be eaten for coix seed, soybeans, etc., and its ability to dehumidify is really great.
Traditional medicine emphasizes "raising yang in spring and summer, nourishing yin in autumn and winter". The yang heat is strong in autumn. At this time, nourishing yin and moistening dryness is the key. The diet should be light and balanced. Do not eat or eat less spicy and irritating foods such as chili, ginger, pepper, green onion, cinnamon and wine. From traditional Chinese medicine, these foods can easily aggravate the harm of autumn dryness to the human body. Increasing the intake of high-quality protein such as eggs, lean meat, fish, dairy products, soy products can have the effect of health care and diet that nourishes qi and nourishes yin.
Eat less greasy foods. Greasy foods will produce acidic substances that are prone to drowsiness in the body, so you should eat less; eating more vegetables and fruits and drinking more water is helpful to refresh your mind. Because the vitamins in fruits and vegetables can help the liver eliminate the metabolites accumulated during body fatigue as soon as possible. At the same time, vegetables and fruits are alkaline food , and their metabolites can neutralize the acidic substances produced during muscle fatigue and eliminate fatigue.
. Scientific and efficient nap
Nap can effectively relieve autumn fatigue. It is advisable to take a nap for half an hour to one hour. Because people's blood pressure is low during sleep, they continue to take a nap for two or three hours, which keeps their blood pressure in a low state. After waking up, they will also have headaches, swelling heads, and low work efficiency. Moreover, taking a nap for too long will also affect sleep at night. You should sit for 2-3 minutes before getting up. Massage the head and cervical spine, and the elderly can also pat their limbs to slowly coordinate the blood circulation and get up.
Summers are long days and short nights, and many people are used to going to bed late and getting up early, which leads to lack of sleep for a long time. In autumn, the yang energy in nature tends to be convergent and concealed from dispersing and hiding, and daily routines should be adjusted accordingly, and you should go to bed early and get up early. Go to bed early to adapt to the collection of yin essence to nourish the "collection"; get up early to adapt to the rise and development of yang energy and make the qi relax. Try to fall asleep before 10 pm, increase your daily sleep by one hour compared to summer, and develop the habit of taking naps. Naps for young people can effectively resist autumn fatigue, and naps for elderly people can reduce the incidence of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. Of course, the more you sleep, the better. Just ensure seven or eight hours of sleep every day.
, aerobic exercise
When you feel tired, it may be because your brain works for too long and needs rest. To alleviate autumn fatigue, it is not enough to rely on diet regulation and adequate sleep. In life, you must insist on doing aerobic exercises. Walking, jogging, swimming, , Baduan Jin , Wuqin Opera and other exercises are good. Aerobic exercise is a good way to improve the brain condition and can make the brain clearer.
You can exercise regularly, especially in the morning and evening, so that you must do some exercise. This will not only replenish your physical fitness, but also overcome physical discomfort, enhance your own resistance, and help calm your emotions and relieve autumn fatigue.Twinkle can also relieve autumn fatigue. When stretching, the chest organs squeeze the heart and lungs to facilitate the full movement of the heart, so that more oxygen can supply various tissues and organs. It should be noted that autumn is not a season for high-intensity exercise, and it should be carried out step by step to avoid backfire.
. Acupoint massage refreshes the mind and awakens the mind
Appropriate massage of acupoints can refresh the mind and raises yang energy:
Temple : Located at the midpoint of the line connecting the eyebrow tip and the outer corner of the eye, about one horizontal finger backwards. Massage this acupoint not only refreshes the mind but also relieves headaches. Massage method: Place the thumb or index finger of both hands on the temples on both sides, and rotate gently and gently.
Baihui point: Located at the highest point in the middle of the head, it is the intersection of the three yang meridians of the hands and feet and the yang energy of the Du meridian. Massage this point can refresh the mind, calm the mind and improve intelligence. Massage method: Use the thumb or index finger of both hands to press on the acupoints, and use force slowly to have a sore and swollen feeling.
Four Shencong acupoints: 1 inch open from front, back, left and right of Baihui acupoints. Regular massage of this acupoint can promote blood circulation in the head, increase blood supply to the brain, and have the health effects of awakening and enhancing the mind, helping sleep and calming the mind, and eliminating fatigue. Massage method: Use your fingers to tap or rub them one by one, press the left and right Shencong acupoints, and then rub them one by one, press the front and back Shencong acupoints.
Fengchi point: Fengchi point is located at the neck, below the occipital bone, and is the acupoint of Foot Shaoyang Gallbladder Meridian . In addition to refreshing the mind, massage this acupoint can also relieve eye fatigue. It is especially suitable for people who work in front of the computer for a long time or stay at their desks for a long time. Massage method: Place the thumbs of both hands on the Fengchi point on both sides, tilt the head back, and turn the thumbs in a circular shape to feel a clear soreness and swelling here.
, foot soaking in hot water
foot soaking in hot water can also relieve fatigue. You can boil safflower and angelica in water, then add some hot water to soak your feet, soak it before going to bed, which will help you sleep. Safflower has the effects of promoting blood circulation and removing blood stasis , dispelling cold and unblocking meridians. Angelica is called the holy medicine for blood replenishment, and it has a good effect on promoting qi and promoting blood circulation. While soaking your feet, you can rub the soles of your feet by yourself. When your feet become hot, your calf will become hot. The blood circulation in the whole body will be unblocked and the metabolic waste in the muscles can be quickly excreted from the body, thereby alleviating fatigue.
0, bask in more sun
1 Autumn is coming, choose to bask in when the sun is not very strong. The increased secretion of melatonin in the human body will inhibit the secretion of thyroxine and adrenaline , making people feel depressed, tired and depressed. Having more sunbathing appropriately can inhibit the secretion of melatonin, make people feel more energetic.
How to avoid autumn fatigue?
, home and clothing are colorful, good visual stimulation, which is conducive to eliminating autumn
If you have been working indoors for a long time, you can add some colorful and vibrant accessories and flowers and plants in the workroom and desk. Women can wear more clothes with brighter colors, conveying signals of excitement and joy to our bodies through their eyes, and promoting the recovery of internal organs.
, sweet and light juicy
quickly replenishes the body's qi, blood and body fluids consumed in summer through diet. First, replenish more water, you can drink green tea, pear juice and other liquids that promote thirst and quench thirst, and supplement body fluids; secondly, eat more light and delicious, vitamin-rich and easy-to-digest foods, such as lily , yam , lentil porridge, almond paste , trekta soup, etc. to reduce the burden on the spleen and stomach, and quickly restore the function of the spleen and stomach.
. Enough sleep ensures quality, ensuring adequate sleep
Sleep can not only restore the function of the internal organs, but also an important means to improve the function of the internal organs. Adequate and high-quality sleep is an important factor in ensuring that the body's internal organs quickly recover from summer consumption. Pay attention to rest more, do not stay up late, and try to fall asleep around 10 o'clock in the evening; develop the good habit of going to bed early and getting up early to ensure the efficiency of work and study during the day.Especially, proper lunch break at noon is helpful to resolve difficult emotions. People with poor sleep can try Chinese medicine tea drinks, such as: sour jujube kernels, etc.
. Developing abdominal breathing method
Abdominal breathing method is very simple. When exhale, the abdomen slightly bulges outwards, and when exhale, the belly slowly shrinks inwards. However, this breathing method can allow oxygen to be fully absorbed into the body and converted into the energy needed by the body, and exchange it with the waste gas in the body, and discharge the waste gas out of the body. This will not only allow you to have a healthier body, but also maintain a balanced mental state.
. Outdoor activities should strengthen
Active exercise and go to outdoor activities more often. The autumn is clear and cool. Going outdoors to run, boxing, dance swords, do aerobics, hiking or walking in the park, etc. can quickly eliminate the feeling of "Autumn Deficit". In particular, the activities that stretch the limbs can also promote the recovery of spleen and stomach function. It should be noted that high-intensity and strenuous exercise should not be performed. Slight sweating should be appropriate during exercise. Do not sweat heavily and damage body fluids. For office workers who often stay indoors, they can use the office gap to take a walk outdoors, breathe fresh air, and improve their body excitement.
. Don’t take lunch for more than half an hour
Appropriate nap does indeed protect the brain, relax the mood, and reduce stress, but the length of nap time is very particular. Taking a nap is beneficial to replenish your physical strength and can indeed enhance your "energy and spirit". But taking a nap is not good. Tan Zihu said that if the nap time exceeds 30 minutes, the body will enter a deep sleep period. When waking up in about 45 minutes, it will cause headaches and other discomfort symptoms due to failure to complete the entire sleep cycle. A healthy nap is most appropriate for 15 to 30 minutes. If more than 30 minutes, it is recommended to extend it to 1 to 1.5 hours, so that the entire sleep cycle can be completed.
