In the busy modern life, many male friends often complain about lack of energy and overwhelming fatigue, unknowingly these phenomena may be related to the depletion of yang qi. Yang qi, as an important concept symbolizing vitality and defense ability in traditional Chinese medicine theory, once depleted excessively, not only impacts physical health but also lowers the quality of life. Next, it will reveal 6 behaviors in life that easily deplete yang qi, reminding male friends to pay attention and avoid them, allowing yang qi to gradually replenish and regain vitality and confidence!
1. Staying up late and irregular schedule
1. Harm
In traditional Chinese medicine, nighttime is the period when yang qi is hidden and yin qi dominates. Staying up late and having an irregular schedule for a long time can lead to imbalance of yin and yang, where yang qi cannot be adequately nurtured, gradually depleting it. Symptoms include fatigue, weakened immunity, decreased sexual function, hair loss, dark circles under the eyes, etc.
2. Advice
Follow the principle of “work from sunrise and rest at sunset”, try to ensure 8-9 hours of high-quality sleep each night. Avoid using electronic devices late at night, create a quiet and comfortable sleep environment to help yang qi retreat smoothly.
2. Overwork and excessive stress
1. Harm
Long periods of high-intensity work, study, or excessive worrying keep the body and mind in a constant state of tension, consuming a large amount of yang qi. Over time, it may lead to symptoms of depleted yang qi such as palpitations, insomnia, anxiety, decline in memory, decreased libido, etc.
2. Advice
Properly arrange work and rest, learn to balance work and rest. Use fragmented time for deep breathing, brief meditation, or stretching exercises to relieve stress. Regular outdoor activities, hobbies, and maintaining an optimistic attitude help nurture yang qi.
3. Consuming cold food and excessive alcohol
1. Harm
Frequent consumption of cold foods (such as cold drinks, raw vegetables and fruits, seafood, etc.) and excessive alcohol can damage the spleen-stomach yang qi, leading to weakened digestion, causing symptoms like bloating, diarrhea, loss of appetite, etc. Prolonged exposure leads to gradual depletion of yang qi, affecting overall body functions.
2. Advice
Follow the dietary principle of “nourishing yang in spring and summer”, eat warm foods appropriately in spring and summer, such as lamb, chives, walnuts, red dates, etc. Reduce intake of cold foods, raw and cold foods, moderate alcohol consumption, and avoid drinking on an empty stomach.
4. Ignoring warm clothing and exposure to cold
1. Harm
Failure to keep warm, especially wearing thin clothing during cold seasons or when there is a big temperature difference in the morning and evening, or dressing exposed in air-conditioned rooms, can make the body susceptible to cold evils, depleting yang qi. Symptoms may include cold hands and feet, aversion to cold, easy catching of cold, joint pain, etc.
2. Advice
Adjust clothing according to temperature changes, especially protect important areas such as the abdomen, waist, and knees. Prepare warming items like shawls, blankets in air-conditioned rooms, and avoid direct exposure to drafts.
5. Lack of exercise and prolonged sitting
1. Harm
Exercise can stimulate yang qi in the body, promote circulation of qi and blood, and enhance physical fitness. Modern people often overlook the importance of exercise due to busy work and fast-paced living, leading to stagnation of yang qi due to long-term lack of exercise, resulting in depletion of yang qi.
2. Advice
Develop a habit of regular exercise, such as engaging in medium-intensity exercise at least 3 times a week, like jogging, swimming, cycling, for more than 30 minutes each time. Stand up to move and do simple stretches during work or study breaks, avoiding prolonged maintenance of the same posture.
6. Neglecting health check-ups and signs of illness
1. Harm
Ignoring regular health check-ups and disregarding signals of illness from the body may lead to failure to effectively intervene in the early stages of diseases. Over time, the development of diseases consumes a large amount of yang qi, affecting the quality of life.
2. Advice
Perform a comprehensive health check-up at least once a year, focusing on important indicators like blood pressure, blood sugar, blood lipids, liver and kidney functions, prostate, etc. Seek medical attention promptly for any abnormal symptoms (such as persistent fatigue, weight loss, pain, frequent urination, urgency, etc.) and receive early detection, diagnosis, and treatment to avoid progression of diseases that deplete yang qi.
Only with sufficient yang qi can one have abundant energy, full of spirit, better cope with life’s challenges, and enjoy a healthy, happy life!
