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In this era of information explosion, we are often overwhelmed by various health information and not sure which one to trust.
Especially during the hottest days of summer, when the weather is hot, many people feel weak and lethargic.
So, how can you maintain your health during this season? Don’t worry, today we will talk about some simple and effective dietary principles to help you stay energetic even during the hottest days of summer.
Speaking of the hottest days of summer, we cannot ignore the characteristics of this season: high temperature, high humidity, and sultriness.
During this time, the body’s metabolism speeds up, making it easy to sweat, leading to a loss of water and minerals in the body. Therefore, special attention is needed in terms of diet. Particularly for those with weak constitutions, a little negligence can lead to various discomforts.
For better understanding, let’s analyze with a specific story. Let’s assume there is an elderly woman who is usually weak and during the hottest days of summer, often feels fatigued and dizzy.
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She heard that during the hottest days of summer, it is important to replenish nutrients. So, she started eating a lot of rice every day, but instead of improving fatigue symptoms, she ended up in the hospital due to bloating and indigestion. The doctor advised her to pay attention to dietary adjustments during the hottest days of summer, especially for people with weak constitutions. Eating less rice can reduce gastrointestinal burden and be more beneficial to health.
Based on the example above, from a medical perspective, the high temperatures during the hottest days of summer can weaken the body’s digestive system, and consuming excessive staples like rice can burden the stomach and intestines, leading to symptoms of indigestion and bloating.
According to a study in the “Chinese Medical Journal,” consuming too many high-carbohydrate foods in summer can increase the burden on the gastrointestinal tract and be detrimental to health.
So, how should people with weak constitutions adjust their diet during the hottest days of summer? Doctors usually recommend following the principle of “eat less of two and eat more of three.”
Firstly, they should eat less rice and high-fat foods. Rice is high in starch, and excessive intake can burden the stomach and intestines, while high-fat foods can increase the body’s heat production, leading to internal heat and indigestion.
Let’s take another example. There is a young woman who is usually busy with work, has a weak constitution, and during the hottest days of summer, she likes to eat fried foods and fast food to replenish her energy. However, she frequently experiences stomach pain and bloating as a result. The doctor advised her to reduce the intake of high-fat foods and instead eat more light and easily digestible foods. After a period of adjustment, her gastrointestinal problems significantly improved.
Based on the example above, from a medical point of view, high-fat foods are not only difficult to digest but also increase the body’s heat production, leading to internal heat and gastrointestinal discomfort. According to a study in the “Journal of Nutrition,” during hot summer temperatures, the consumption of high-fat foods is significantly related to the occurrence of gastrointestinal diseases. Therefore, during the hottest days of summer, it is advisable to avoid high-fat foods as much as possible and opt for light and easily digestible foods.
In addition to eating less rice and high-fat foods, during the hottest days of summer, it is also important to eat more foods that help cool the body, enhance physical fitness, such as bitter melon, mung beans, winter melon, etc. These foods are not only rich in vitamins and minerals but also help clear heat, detoxify, and diuretic.
For better understanding, let’s analyze with a specific story. Let’s assume there is a middle-aged man who is usually weak, and during the hottest days of summer, he often feels dry mouth, lack of appetite. The doctor advised him to eat more bitter melon and mung bean soup. After a period of adjustment, his physical condition improved significantly, and his mental state also improved.
Based on the example above, from a medical perspective, foods like bitter melon and mung beans have the effects of clearing heat, detoxifying, and diuretic, which are very suitable for consumption in hot seasons.
According to a study in the “Journal of Food Science,” the bitterness in bitter melon and flavonoids in mung beans can effectively help the body eliminate toxins, improve common symptoms in summer such as decreased appetite, dry mouth, and so on.
In addition to bitter melon and mung beans, during the hottest days of summer, it is recommended to eat more fruits that are rich in water and vitamins, such as watermelon, cucumber, etc. These fruits not only replenish body fluids but also help clear heat and relieve heat.
For better understanding, let’s analyze with a specific story. Let’s assume there’s a male college student who particularly loves eating watermelon during the hottest days of summer. He eats a large slice every day. As a result, he not only does not experience gastrointestinal discomfort but also feels more refreshed and energetic. The doctor explained that watermelon is rich in water and vitamins, which can help replenish lost body fluids and improve discomfort caused by high temperatures.
Based on the example above, from a medical perspective, fruits rich in water and vitamins such as watermelon and cucumber can effectively replenish body fluids, improve discomfort caused by high temperatures. According to a study in the “Journal of Agriculture and Food Chemistry,” substances like citrulline in watermelon and lycopene in tomatoes help clear heat, enhance immunity.
Through these scientific dietary adjustments, we can better adapt to the hot weather during the hottest days of summer, maintain good health, and prevent health problems caused by improper diet.
We hope that in daily life, you can develop a healthy dietary plan tailored to your own situation, scientifically cope with various health challenges, and enjoy a healthy and pleasant summer.
So, here comes the question: Apart from dietary adjustments during the hottest days of summer, what other methods can help us maintain our health?
Firstly, maintaining an appropriate amount of exercise is an important way to stay healthy.
Secondly, maintaining a good daily routine is also crucial for maintaining health.
During the hottest days of summer, the hot weather can make it difficult to sleep well at night, but adequate sleep is vital for body recovery and immune system maintenance.
We recommend trying to go to sleep between 10 p.m. and 11 p.m. at night and waking up between 6 a.m. and 7 a.m. in the morning to ensure 7-8 hours of quality sleep every day.
Finally, maintaining good mental health is also important. Hot weather can make people irritable and tired, but maintaining a positive attitude and emotions helps us better deal with the challenges brought by hot weather.
You can reduce stress and maintain a happy mood by listening to music, reading, chatting with friends, and other methods.
Through these comprehensive lifestyle adjustments, we can better adapt to the hot weather during the hottest days of summer, maintain good health, and enjoy a healthy and pleasant summer.
We hope that in daily life, you can develop healthy lifestyle habits tailored to your own situation, scientifically cope with various health challenges, and enjoy a healthy and pleasant summer.
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References
[1] How can people with weak constitution live a comfortable life? “Journal of Middle-aged and Elderly Health,” 2003, (01):25.
