In spring, the liver is in season, the spring belongs to the five elements, and the yang rises between heaven and earth, which has the characteristics of endless trees and vigorous growth.
The human liver is also wooden, which is precisely this feature. It is also a process of upward, diarrhea and growth.
"The liver likes flirting and is depressed", and the liver qi is not comfortable, which leads to stagnation of qi and blood, and the operation of qi and blood will be disordered.
At present, the epidemic situation in some places is relatively tense, all kinds of news are overwhelming, and the price of vegetables is soaring. Everyone was trapped at home and couldn't go out for a long time. They are easily troubled by troubles, trivial matters and unexpected events in their lives and work, and their mental stress increases, making it difficult to relieve their emotions, leading to stagnation of liver qi and stagnation of liver fire. It is easy to get angry.
It is characterized by irritability, emotional loss of control, fidgeting, indigestion, depression and anxiety or frequent sighing. In severe cases, there will be diseases such as hypertension and digestive system disorder, and women will also have symptoms of irregular menstruation.
Therefore, the focus of spring health care lies in soothing the liver and regulating qi. It can not only help you get rid of emotional problems in spring, prevent liver disease, but also improve your immunity and resistance.
The "liver" in traditional Chinese medicine not only refers to the liver, but also includes the liver, neuroendocrine system and eyes.
So how should we do a good job of nourishing and protecting the liver in spring? As the saying goes, "medicine is better than food", and then I will share with you three recipes of "nourishing the liver in spring".
1, Lycium barbarum and pork liver decoction
When the temperature rises in spring, the internal heat in the body will also rise, so there is no need for special tonic in spring, because warm tonic may aggravate the internal heat. People with poor health can generally choose foods with flat sex such as pork liver, lotus seeds, coix seed and bird's nest.
Pig liver has a good eyesight improving effect. As the old saying goes, eating pig liver once a week has a good effect on maintaining the liver.
2, Shen Ling ancient sword lean porridge
Can strengthen spleen and qi, improve eyesight and strengthen bones; It is suitable for patients with common asthma allergy, yellow complexion, loss of appetite, mental fatigue, decreased vision and other symptoms of qi deficiency.
Stewed lean meat can be served with Radix Astragali, Radix Ginseng (white ginseng) and Poria, and people who get angry easily can use ginseng beard or American ginseng instead.
3. Dandelion scrambled eggs
In spring, the liver qi is strong, which relatively affects the digestion and absorption function of the spleen and stomach, so the diet is still light. Green vegetables are the best spring food.
Dandelion is a common wild vegetable in spring, which can enhance the body's resistance and has anti-inflammatory effect.
Dandelion leaves and eggs are fried together, which tastes fragrant and can enhance resistance and protect eyesight. Office workers and student parties should eat more.
Dandelion is the number one antidote to liver toxicity. For people who often need to stay up late, drinking dandelion water directly can alleviate liver toxicity and reduce liver fire to relieve red blood in eyes.
When sitting, the Dadun point is about 2 mm at the edge of the inner nail root of the big toe. "Dun" means thick, which can regulate liver and kidney, stop wind, enlighten the senses and regulate blood.
"Dadun point" can be massaged or moxibustion. Long-term persistence can make people's liver clear and refreshing.
The "interstitial point" is the fire point on the back of the foot, on the red and white meat behind the big toe and the second toe.
Symptoms such as toothache, oral ulcer and nosebleed caused by excessive liver fire. You can massage the "walking point" to relieve it.
If you have a hangover, eye diseases, and frequent leg cramps, regular massage of acupoints between the lines can also play a very good role.
In addition, I pay more attention to "no prescription" when I see a doctor. Therefore, not only in diet, but also in life, we should pay attention to liver conditioning liquid.
The most important thing in life is to keep a happy mood. When you want to be angry, you can try to take a deep breath to adjust your mood. What methods do you have to keep a good mood can also be shared in the comments section.