Correct winter tonic

Lin Hexi, an old Chinese doctor, said that Chinese medicine advocates "collecting in autumn and storing in winter", and winter is a good time for body savings and maintenance. However, he believes that "making up for the winter" should be enough, not that the more you eat, the better your health. "The human body is like a warehouse, and what it can hold is limited." He said that the human body's absorption of nutrients is limited, and eating too many supplements will increase the burden on the stomach and liver.

In addition, he reminded that "tonic" should vary from person to person. For example, people with a hot constitution are prone to nosebleeds when eating dog meat. Therefore, he suggested that citizens should first recognize their own physique before making up the winter. "If you are short of anything, you should drink more water." Complementary food should be properly matched, and it is best to have a light diet. But also pay attention to detoxification and laxative.

Wang, deputy director of the emergency department of the Second Affiliated Hospital of Medical University, believes that "winter tonic" should not only vary from person to person, but also vary due to illness. Patients with diabetes, hypertension, coronary heart disease and dyspepsia should not eat high-calorie and high-fat things. Winter food supplement is mainly greasy, spicy and light. Eat more fruits and vegetables rich in vitamins to ensure adequate sleep and rest.