According to the theory of traditional Chinese medicine, health care should also vary from time to time
Spring is a good time to nourish the liver
But many people don’t know much about nourishing the liver
I heard that Eating more animal liver can nourish the liver?
Is it necessary to eat more acid to nourish the liver?
Are these statements correct?
What things in daily life may damage the liver?
Last Sunday, how many questions did you get right?
Let’s go to see the answer with Coco~
【Question 1】
Love sashimi, the liver is easily injured
A. True
B, False
Correct Answer: A. True
Many people like to eat raw fish porridge, drunk shrimp, drunk crab, etc. However, without enough time of high temperature, the bacteria and parasites that may exist in fish, shrimp and crabs are difficult to kill.
Like liver flukes can parasitize the hepatobiliary system of the human body, produce toxins and some secretions, damage liver cells and bile duct epithelial cells, cause repeated inflammation, necrosis and fibrosis of the liver, and may develop into liver cirrhosis. even lead to liver cancer.
Parasites in food are difficult to identify with the naked eye. To avoid unnecessary health risks, the easiest way is to cook and eat food thoroughly.
【Question 2】
Staying up late is also a big “killer” for liver health
A , True
B, False
Correct Answer: A, True
On the one hand, staying up late or lack of sleep for a long time can cause physical fatigue and make the body in the process of oxidation Stressed state increases the content of free radicals and increases the risk of liver disease; on the other hand, “the blood of people lying down is attributed to the liver”, studies have shown that the increase of blood flowing through the liver during deep sleep can promote the liver’s Self-healing and “work efficiency”, staying up late is not conducive to the normal work of the liver, easily leading to “toxin accumulation” and increasing the risk of liver damage.
It is recommended to go to bed before 23:00 every night to ensure 7-9 hours of sleep, and it is advisable to wake up refreshed the next day.
【Question 3】
Eat more acid to nourish liver
A, correct
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B, wrong
C, not necessarily
Correct answer: C, not necessarily
There is a saying in traditional Chinese medicine that “five flavors enter the five internal organs”, The liver just corresponds to acid, so there is a saying that eating acid can nourish the liver. But this also varies from person to person. People with liver yin deficiency eat some sour foods in spring, which can make yin blood more abundant, which is good for health; if people with excessive anger, eating more sour foods is tantamount to fire. Pouring oil can easily damage the spleen, affect gastrointestinal function, and is not conducive to digestion and absorption.
Generally speaking, the liver qi itself is relatively strong in spring, so it is more suitable for “reducing acid and increasing sweetness”. The sweetness here is not only sweet in taste, but more importantly, it has a tonic effect on the spleen and stomach. By regulating the relationship between the liver and spleen, the purpose of soothing the liver is achieved. You can eat more whole grains such as pumpkin, lotus seeds, sweet potatoes, yam, etc., which will not contribute to anger, but also help to strengthen the spleen and Qi.
【Question 4】
To nourish the liver, eat more pork liver
A, correct< /p>
B, wrong
Correct answer: B, wrong liver? actually not.
Although pig liver is rich in protein, vitamin A, iron and other nutrients, its cholesterol content is relatively high, about 288mg/100g. Excessive consumption can easily lead to increased blood lipids; and pig liver is also porcine Detoxification organs may hide various toxins, and eating a large amount will easily increase the burden of detoxification of the human liver. Therefore, it is not recommended to eat regularly or eat too much at one time.
Generally speaking, healthy people should eat 2 to 3 times a month, 25 to 50 g each time, and choose a good pig liver that is purple in color and shiny, elastic to the touch, and smells free of peculiar smell. .
【Question 5】
Drinking the right spring tea will double the effect of nourishing the liver
A, correct
B, wrong
Correct answer: A, correct
Chinese medicine says “water culverts wood”, if the water is sufficient, the tree will grow more lush and blossom Conversely, if there is insufficient water, there will be no material basis for nourishing the tree, the tree will not be so lush, and it will be difficult to bear fruit. It is recommended that each person should drink 1500~1700ml of water per day. If you can add some ingredients to the water, the effect of nourishing the liver will be doubled. , Swelling and detoxification; 5-10 jasmine flowers: strengthen the heart and liver, warm and neutralize the stomach, regulate qi and soothe the nerves. Drinking the two kinds of flowers together in water is good for people with chest and abdomen pain, liver stagnation and blood stagnation.
◎Lycium barbarum chrysanthemum tea: Lycium barbarum can nourish the liver and body, and has the functions of nourishing the liver, nourishing the kidney and moisturizing the lungs; chrysanthemum can be used to relieve wind and clear heat, calm the liver and improve eyesight, dry eyes, astringent eyes, and tired eyes. Especially Hangbaiju is better. The combination of the two, one clear and one supplement, one yin and one yang, can not only nourish the liver body, but also help the liver function, and together achieve the effect of nourishing the liver, protecting the liver, clearing the liver and improving the eyesight.
◎ Burdock dandelion tea: burdock root clears wind and heat, disinfects swelling; Combined with chicory root for clearing heat and invigorating the stomach, Poria cocos for invigorating water and dampness, and corn silk for clearing the liver and gallbladder, etc., the effect of clearing fire and nourishing the liver is good.
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