The season of white dew has arrived, and the temperature difference between day and night has increased. How to scientifically maintain health and prevent diseases? On the 8th, the National Health Commission held a press conference with the theme of "Seasonal solar terms and health", inviting authoritative experts to provide guidance. To prevent "autumn dryness", drinking water should pay attention to the "White Dew solar term". As the humidity in the northern air decreases, the human body is susceptible to the invasion of "dryness", resulting in symptoms such as dry mouth, throat, and skin, which are closely related to "autumn dryness". ”Yang Tao, chief physician of Guang'anmen Hospital, Chinese Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine, said. Regarding the viewpoint that "drinking more water can prevent 'autumn dryness'", Yang Tao pointed out that this statement is not entirely correct. The core reason for the harm caused by "dryness and evil" is "deficiency of body fluids". The "body fluid" referred to in traditional Chinese medicine does not only refer to water, but also includes other liquid substances generated by the circulation of qi and blood to maintain life activities, such as saliva, gastric juice, joint fluid, etc. How to prevent 'autumn dryness'? Experts suggest that drinking water is the foundation and should follow the principle of "drinking small amounts, multiple times, and warm water". The water temperature should be maintained at 35 to 40 degrees Celsius, with no more than 200ml per session and a general interval of 1 to 2 hours. However, drinking water at a fixed frequency should not be blindly followed, taking into account the amount of exercise, climate, or disease status. Patients with heart and kidney dysfunction should follow medical advice to control their water intake. In terms of traditional Chinese medicine regulation, massaging the Zhongfu acupoint can unblock the lung meridian, relieve dry throat and cough; Rubbing the Zhao Hai acupoint can nourish yin, moisten dryness, and improve dry mouth. It is advisable to prioritize nourishing dryness when taking tonics. Different physical conditions require different methods. As the old saying goes, 'If you don't take tonics in autumn, you will suffer in winter.' Is it suitable to take tonics during the white dew season? Yang Tao said that at this point, it is recommended to gradually start supplementing. It is suggested to follow the principle of "moistening dryness first, supplementing without greasiness, gradually and dialectically supplementing", and prioritize the selection of mild and easily digestible ingredients such as yam, lotus seeds, lean meat, crucian carp, etc., to avoid blindly excessive supplementation that aggravates autumn dryness or the burden on the spleen and stomach. Different adjustment methods for different groups of people need to be differentiated based on their physical constitution: people with middle and lower energizer deficiency and cold generally exhibit symptoms such as fear of cold, cold hands and feet, and easy diarrhea. They need to warm up yang and dispel cold when taking tonics, while also considering moistening dryness. Recommend ginger and red date tea, Angelica beef soup, etc., while also paying attention to eating less cold fruits to reduce irritation to the spleen and stomach. People with phlegm dampness constitution generally exhibit heavy bodies, low spirits, easy obesity, and thick and greasy tongue coating. Before taking tonics, it is necessary to "clear dampness" first, and at the same time, promote spleen strengthening while dispelling dampness and phlegm. I recommend Poria cocos and Chenpi tea, as well as Winter Melon and Job's tears soup. Sweet and greasy foods should be avoided in daily life. People with a constitution of yin deficiency often exhibit symptoms such as dry mouth and throat, hot hands, feet, and heart, insomnia, etc. When taking tonics, it is necessary to nourish yin and moisten dryness while also clearing heat. Recommend white fungus and lily soup, snow pear stewed scallop. In daily life, it is important to avoid spicy and fried foods. It is worth noting that elderly people and patients with chronic diseases have weaker spleen and stomach function, so they need to supplement with "small amounts multiple times". They can stew the ingredients until they are tender to avoid excessive consumption of high protein and high-fat foods. Influenza is not a "minor problem". Norovirus should be alert to the significant temperature changes during the White Dew season, and respiratory infectious diseases such as influenza are prone to occur. Guan Xuhua, the chief physician of Hubei CDC, said that some people believed that "flu is a small problem, so don't care too much", or "only when there is fever is flu, and if there is no fever, it is not". These are all misconceptions. Influenza is an acute respiratory infectious disease caused by influenza virus. It has a rapid onset, strong infectivity, and severe symptoms. Patients often experience systemic symptoms such as high fever, cough, and muscle soreness. In severe cases, it may also cause complications such as pneumonia, myocarditis, meningitis, and even endanger their lives. ”Guan Xuhua said that some elderly people, immunocompromised individuals, and other groups may have atypical symptoms such as coughing and fatigue, which are more likely to be overlooked and missed diagnosis. However, their infectivity and potential risks also exist. How to prevent influenza? Experts say that children, the elderly, and those with low immune function are key populations for influenza prevention, and it is recommended to receive the influenza vaccine before the flu season every year. In addition, it is important to maintain good personal hygiene habits and wash hands frequently. During the flu season, avoid crowded places and seek medical attention as soon as flu like symptoms appear. In September, Norovirus infection also entered the epidemic period, and there is a higher risk in crowded places such as schools and childcare institutions. Guan Xuhua said that to prevent norovirus, it is necessary to wash hands frequently, pay attention to the safety of food and drinking water, cook food thoroughly, do a good job in daily cleaning and ventilation, and do a good job in standardized disinfection. She specifically reminded that if symptoms such as vomiting and diarrhea occur, try to rest at home as much as possible; Schools and childcare institutions should strictly implement the morning and afternoon check-up system and strengthen health promotion and education. (New Society)