It is now autumn, the weather is slowly turning cooler. Autumn is the season of harvest, and it is a crucial time for health preservation. If we can take good care of our bodies in autumn, it will be much easier in winter. Today, let’s discuss some small pieces of knowledge about autumn health preservation.
At least in the hot summer, there are some differences in diet and daily routine compared to autumn. It is likely that in autumn, we will eat more and sleep longer. In autumn, it is important to timely adjust our bodies to adapt to the transition from summer to autumn. At this time, we need to focus on nourishing the kidneys, spleen, and liver.
After entering autumn, the yang energy in our bodies gradually weakens, so it is necessary to replenish the body’s yang energy according to the seasonal changes. In this regard, diet plays a significant role. Through diet, we can effectively replenish the deficient yang energy in the body. The following foods are helpful for body regulation and can be consumed more frequently:
Eating these foods more in autumn will help replenish yang energy and maintain abundant energy.
1. Eat more chestnuts
Chestnuts are sweet and popular in autumn. The components in chestnuts are very effective for nourishing the kidneys. Eating more chestnuts in autumn can invigorate the spleen and warm the kidneys, promoting overall health. Therefore, it is advisable to enjoy healthy and delicious chestnuts to maintain a healthy body in autumn.
2. Eat more sweet potatoes
Sweet potatoes are delicious and have a good effect on nourishing the spleen and stomach, as well as promoting intestinal health. For those who often suffer from constipation, consuming sweet potatoes regularly can help stimulate bowel movements. Sweet potatoes are a great choice for autumn health preservation, especially for nourishing the body and providing sufficient nutrition. Try replacing some staple foods with sweet potatoes for a filling and healthy option.
3. Eat more peanuts
Peanuts are rich in nutrients and high-quality fats, which are beneficial for brain health. They can also nourish the stomach and spleen, and tonify qi and blood. Peanuts are considered one of the top ten longevity foods globally. Consuming peanuts in autumn can help maintain overall health.
Regularly stimulating the following acupoints can have a positive effect on liver maintenance:
1. Massage Sanyinjiao (Three Yin Intersection) point
Sanyinjiao is located behind the shank, near the edge of the bone depression. Regularly massaging this point can warm the kidneys, nourish the liver, and promote the health of the spleen and stomach.
2. Massage Dadun (Big Mound) point
Dadun is located about two millimeters from the edge of the thumbnail. Regular massage can help nurture the liver and spleen, promote liver function, and enhance overall health.
3. Massage Taichong (Great Surge) point
Taichong is an important acupoint for liver maintenance, located on the top of the foot. Regular massage can help dispel liver fire. Therefore, if you often experience anger or irritability, you can try massaging Taichong for unexpected results.
This is the information we wanted to share today, and we hope our suggestions can provide some assistance in health matters.
