The author often encounters middle-aged and elderly patients in the outpatient clinic asking: "I usually buy various calcium tablets to eat, how can I still suffer from osteoporosis ?" In fact, osteoporosis is a special manifestation of physiological aging in bones. , Supplementing calcium tablets can meet the calcium demand for normal physiological activities of the body, but it cannot fundamentally solve the trend of gradual deterioration of human body organs and bone functions.
From the perspective of traditional Chinese medicine health care, to prevent and delay osteoporosis, we must not only treat the "symptoms", that is, calcium supplementation, but also pay attention to maintenance in daily life, that is, "treat the root cause." Only by treating both the symptoms and the symptoms can we achieve good results. Here we emphasize the four principles of osteoporosis care.
Focus on strengthening the kidneys and protecting the elements
Kidney essence is the foundation of life. Zhang Jingyue believes that premature aging is caused by ignorance of health maintenance and loss of essence. As the saying goes, "Injuries have their own causes, and it is only caused by people." He points out that those who want to preserve their lives should especially cherish Yang Qi and pay attention to the role of Yin essence in health preservation. The elderly kidney qi has declined, the kidney essence has been lost, and the yang has been dissipated. They should pay more attention to abstaining from sex, cherishing the essence, and maintaining yang energy. Only by accumulating Yin essence can we maintain Yang Qi and make Yang have something to rely on; preserving Yang Qi can also help to biochemically transform Yin essence so that Yin can be transformed. If the essence and marrow are strong, the bones will be nourished and strong.
Promote the harmony of movement and stillness
Traditional Chinese medicine believes that form and spirit are unified, and the close integration of regulating spirit and nourishing body is a great method for health care of the elderly. Only by nourishing body and soul and integrating movement and stillness can we prevent disease, resist aging, and live a long and healthy life. Moderate exercise can strengthen muscle strength and increase bone mass, which is a benign stimulation of bones. However, it should be noted that exercise health care for the elderly should be done in the right amount at the right time, and the intensity of activity should not exceed the limit that they can bear. Excessive exercise will be counterproductive. In the Ming Dynasty Xu Chunfu "Yu Lu" pointed out: "The human body wants to work, but it should not be used to extremes." Only by doing it step by step, persevering, and "working without being tired" can you achieve the effect of fitness. Walking, swimming, cycling, Tai Chi , Baduanjin , etc. can make the elderly's muscles and bones strong and their qi and blood circulate. Running water does not rot and door hinges do not become beetles. This is exactly what we are talking about.
Pay attention to the moderation of diet
People regard food as their first priority, and people regard water and grain as their first priority. Traditional Chinese medicine emphasizes that it is not advisable to eat too much fat, sweet, and rich food. If it is too much, it will damage the spleen and stomach, easily produce phlegm, transform fire, and cause pathological changes. It emphasizes protecting the spleen and stomach and nourishing the acquired foundation. Elderly people with osteoporosis often take kidney-tonifying foods, such as mutton, sea cucumber, yam, chestnuts, mulberries, wolfberry, black sesame, walnuts, lotus seeds, etc. However, be careful not to over-supplement or use medicine instead of food. Although medicinal and food products are safe, they should not be consumed for a long time. In addition, you should pay attention to eating more calcium-rich foods, such as dairy products, soy products, etc., which are very beneficial to delaying aging and preventing and treating osteoporosis.
In daily life, we must consciously avoid excessive smoking and drinking, and our diet must be balanced, diversified, and matched in thickness. Don't be biased. You can't eat grains every day, and you can't eat big fish and meat every day. It should be light and easy to digest.
In line with the harmony between man and nature
Only by living a regular life and not forgetting to work can you be "constantly energetic". "Suwen Ancient Innocence Theory" emphasizes that health preservation should pay attention to the balance of yin and yang, the unity of nature and man, and the law of life should be adjusted with the four seasons. It advocates "nurturing yang in spring and summer, nourishing yin in autumn and winter" and complying with the laws of nature, such as the sunrise and sunset. Only by resting, combining work and rest, spending more time outdoors, and getting more sun exposure can we achieve the purpose of delaying aging and preventing and treating osteoporosis .
Source | China Traditional Chinese Medicine Newspaper
Text | Ningxia Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital and Traditional Chinese Medicine Research Institute Guo Zhonghua
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