Introduction: Today is Major Heat, whether you are busy or not, remember: 1 not eating, 3 not drinking, 5 not sleeping, there are taboos
As the summer heat gradually rises, we welcome the “Major Heat,” one of the 24 solar terms. Major Heat means that the weather has reached the hottest time, with the sun scorching the earth, and people need to pay special attention to body maintenance. In this special solar term, there is a traditional health wisdom – “1 not eating, 3 not drinking, 5 not sleeping,” which guides us on how to have a reasonable diet, drink scientifically, and have quality sleep during the Major Heat to maintain physical and mental health.
1. One not eating – Avoid overeating cold drinks
During the Major Heat season, the temperature is high, and the body sweats a lot, making one easily thirsty. However, one should avoid overeating cold drinks during this time. While cold drinks may temporarily bring coolness, they can seriously stimulate the gastrointestinal tract, causing blood vessel constriction, mucosal ischemia, leading to gastrointestinal diseases. At the same time, cold drinks can also affect the body’s absorption of nutrients, reduce the body’s resistance. Therefore, during the Major Heat season, we should choose warm drinks as much as possible, such as warm water, mung bean soup, etc., which can quench thirst and promote health.
2. Three not drinking – Avoid unhealthy drinking habits
1. Do not drink raw water: During the Major Heat season, there is more rain, and water sources are prone to contamination. Drinking raw water directly can easily lead to the entry of bacteria, viruses, and other pathogens into the body, causing diseases. Therefore, we should choose boiled water or purified water for drinking.
2. Do not drink strong tea: Strong tea contains a large amount of caffeine and theine, which can stimulate the nervous and cardiovascular systems, causing symptoms such as increased heart rate, high blood pressure. During the Major Heat season, with the vigorous metabolism of the body, drinking strong tea will increase the body’s burden. Therefore, we should choose light green tea, chrysanthemum tea, and other light drinks to relieve thirst and heat.
3. No overnight tea: Overnight tea is prone to bacteria breeding, and the nutritional components in tea will also be lost in large quantities. Drinking overnight tea not only fails to relieve thirst and heat but may also harm health. Therefore, we should try to drink freshly brewed tea as much as possible.
5. Five not sleeping – Adjust sleeping habits
1. Do not stay up late: During the Major Heat season, the body’s metabolism is vigorous, making one easily feel tired. However, staying up late can disrupt the body’s biological clock, affect sleep quality, and lead to problems like fatigue and lack of concentration the next day. Therefore, we should try to ensure an adequate amount of sleep every day and avoid staying up late at night.
2. Do not oversleep: Although people tend to feel sleepy during the Major Heat season, excessive sleep can lead to a decline in body functions, slowing down metabolism, and other issues. Therefore, we should arrange our work and rest time reasonably, avoiding excessive sleep.
3. Do not sleep with anger: During the Major Heat season, people may feel irritable due to the hot weather. However, sleeping with anger can lead to symptoms such as rapid heartbeat, rapid breathing, affecting sleep quality. Therefore, we should maintain a calm mindset before sleep and avoid going to bed with anger.
4. Do not sleep with your head covered: Sleeping with your head covered can lead to poor breathing, brain hypoxia, and other problems, severely affecting sleep quality. Therefore, we should keep our head ventilated as much as possible and avoid covering it when sleeping.
5. Do not sleep in a draft: During the Major Heat season, people tend to seek coolness and choose to sleep in a draft. However, this can easily lead to problems like catching a cold, headache. Therefore, we should choose a place away from drafts to sleep and adjust the room temperature appropriately.
#Call for summer pictures and texts# In conclusion, “1 not eating, 3 not drinking, 5 not sleeping” is an important wisdom for health preservation during the Major Heat season. Only by having a balanced diet, drinking scientifically, and enjoying quality sleep can we maintain physical and mental health during the scorching summer days. At the same time, we should adjust health preservation methods according to individual physical conditions and climatic conditions, tailored to individual circumstances. Let’s welcome a healthy and happy summer together!
