Around the Qingming Festival, the south began to enter; Return to Southern Heaven "; The north also welcomes continuous spring rain. This humid and hot weather not only makes people feel sticky and uncomfortable, but also provides opportunities for various diseases to take advantage of. Recently, there has been a significant increase in the number of patients with joint pain and eczema in outpatient clinics, and even young people who rarely catch colds have started sneezing frequently. Moisture is like invisible; Invisible Killer "; It is quietly invading our health.

1. Joint pain: dampness; Number One Goal "; On rainy days, many people's joints will advance; Weather forecast;. This is because when dampness invades the human body, it is most likely to remain in the joints, leading to poor circulation of qi and blood. People who already have rheumatism or arthritis may experience significantly worsening symptoms; Young people who stay in air-conditioned rooms for a long time and suddenly encounter humid environments are also prone to joint soreness and swelling.
Typical manifestations: soreness and pain in major joints such as knees and shoulders, aggravated on rainy days, relieved after hot compress.
Protection points: Avoid getting wet and cold. You can soak your feet in boiled water with mugwort leaves and do joint exercises every day.
2. Skin problems: Eczema, beriberi outbreak
Moist environment is dominated by fungi and bacteria; Paradise ";. The most common skin problem this season is recurrent eczema and a significant increase in the number of patients with athlete's foot. What's more troublesome is that many people scratch their skin desperately when they feel itchy, but the more they scratch, the more severe it becomes.
Typical manifestations: Skin redness, blisters, accompanied by severe itching, and possible exudation of fluid after scratching.
Key points of protection: Keep the skin dry and clean, wear breathable cotton clothing, and use refrigerated green tea bags to wet compress when itchy.
3. gastrointestinal discomfort: the consequence of dampness trapping the spleen
Traditional Chinese medicine believes that; Spleen prefers dryness and dislikes dampness; Moist weather is most likely to damage spleen and stomach function. Many people may experience symptoms such as loss of appetite, bloating, and diarrhea, and those who already have poor gastrointestinal health are even more affected. The recent surge in orders for Congee on the take away platform also reflects this problem from the side.
Typical manifestations: poor appetite, postprandial bloating, sticky and irregular stool, thick and greasy tongue coating.
Key points of protection: Eat less cold and greasy food, often drink yam barley Congee, and massage the abdomen properly to promote digestion.
4. Respiratory diseases: Dampness promotes the growth of bacteria
Damp environments not only weaken the body's resistance, but also facilitate the reproduction of bacteria. This season, respiratory diseases such as colds, allergic rhinitis, and asthma are significantly more prevalent. Recently, there has been a long queue of children seeking treatment at the pediatric clinic due to repeated coughing.
Typical manifestations: nasal congestion, runny nose, discomfort in the throat, cough and phlegm accumulation, and asthma patients are prone to attacks.
Protection points: Maintain indoor ventilation, regularly dehumidify, and reduce outdoor activities for people with allergies.
Three piece set for dampness removal and health preservation, allowing you to easily cope with the humid season
1. Diet for dampness removal: eat more water rich ingredients such as Job's tears, adzuki beans, winter melon, etc., and eat less sweet, greasy, and cold food. Recommend a simple moisture removing tea: stir fry 15g Job's tears and 5g dried tangerine peel, boil the offspring tea drink.
2. Exercise to eliminate dampness: Persist in 30 minutes of aerobic exercise every day, such as brisk walking, eight dan brocade, etc., and slightly sweating can help eliminate dampness. But avoid sweating profusely, as it can actually damage the yang energy.
3. environmental dehumidification: Use a dehumidifier to maintain indoor humidity at 50% -60%, and place bamboo charcoal bags in the wardrobe. On sunny days, it is important to open windows for ventilation in a timely manner to allow sunlight to enter the room. Although the Qingming Festival is humid, as long as the correct protective measures are taken, the whole family can safely pass through this rainy season. Remember, getting rid of dampness is not a one-time task, but should be integrated into daily habits. Starting today, give your body a '; Great Cleaning "; Take this moisture away; Uninvited guest "; Please go out!
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