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"Sleeping with Feet Exposed: Does It Really Protect the Liver?": A Designer's Health InspirationZhao Ling discussed this topic with her friends, and Zhang Chao, a traditional Chinese medicine doctor, offered his insights. Zhang Chao believed there could be a connection between sleeping with feet exposed and liver health, but emphasized it didn't necessarily mean exposing feet would protect the liver

Dandelion Water, Drinking Right for Health: Aunt Zhou's Health EnlightenmentAunt Zhou became worried, "Oh, Dr. Wang, will it be alright if I drink it every day?" Dr

Why Do Older Adults Have Trouble Sleeping? Debunking Sleep Myths and Common CausesLi, a 74-year-old man, used to sleep soundly every night, getting around 8 hours of sleep. However, for the past six months, he often lies in bed for two to three hours without falling asleep, wakes up frequently in the middle of the night, and sometimes even stays awake until dawn

"High blood sugar isn't just caused by eating sugar!" Can mulberry leaf and ginger tea really lower blood sugar?A few days later, Chen Jianjun decided to undergo a medical checkup. The results confirmed his suspicions his blood sugar was high, his blood pressure hovered at the borderline, and he exhibited signs of rising liver fire

Saying Goodbye to Insomnia, Reclaiming Sweet Dreams: My Culinary Adventure with Food TherapyAs the city lights gradually dimmed on a long night I found myself wide awake, tossing and turning, once again dragged into the abyss of anxiety by the clutches of insomnia. This wasn't the first time

What are the curious reactions when Southerners go to Xinjiang for sand therapy?Southerners and Northerners, due to their different living environments, have different physical characteristics. Recently, sand therapy, a distinctive feature of Xinjiang, has attracted much attention

Is Squatting a Sign of Blood Deficiency? The Truth You Need to Know!It's often said that people who find squatting comfortable have blood deficiency. But is this really true? Wu Guolin, the director of the Department of Traditional Chinese Medicine at the First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine, points out that while people who love to squat might not necessarily have blood deficiency, those who do often find squatting a source of comfort

Does a Big Appetite Mean Longevity in Elderly People? Li Da'ye's Story Tells You the AnswerLi Da'ye is 84 years old, but he is still sprightly and enjoys every meal of the day. His son, Li Xiaoming, often remarks, "Dad is so old, but his appetite is still so good

Bathing Frequency is Crucial for Seniors! Be Careful Not to Wash Away Your Health"Your fall is directly related to how often you bathe," the doctor said, his voice carrying a serious note as he looked at Mr. Li, who was lying in bed

Is Morning Exercise Worse Than Sleep for Seniors? Doctors Tell You the Truth!In July 2018, a senior citizen in Beijing's Taoranting Park suddenly collapsed and died while jogging in the morning. Similar incidents happen every year, leading to the question: Is morning exercise a "death warrant" for the elderly? Should seniors over 60 give up morning exercise and stay in bed?Many doctors suggest that seniors consider giving up morning exercise, especially after waking up in the morning

Autumn Nourishes the Liver, Don't Ignore It! This Pumpkin Porridge Could Be Your Liver's "Savior"After the start of autumn, the summer heat gradually dissipates, but the aftereffects of the autumn heat still linger. Many people begin to feel physically and mentally exhausted, known as "autumn fatigue

Zhi Bai Di Huang Tang Doesn't Work for Yin Deficiency? It Might Be Due to Liver and Kidney Deficiency TogetherAs middle-aged and elderly people age, Yin deficiency and excess fire are common, often manifested as irritability, hot flashes, night sweats, hot palms and soles of feet, dizziness, insomnia, and so on. Many people try to nourish Yin and tonify the kidneys with Zhi Bai Di Huang Tang, but with little effect