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"Dr. Li, I recently heard that Poria cocos is particularly good for nourishing the liver, and it is especially important to nourish the liver in summer. What do you think of this statement? Mr. Chen on the other end of the phone had some doubts in his voice.
Dr. Li smiled slightly, although he understood the status of Poria cocos in Chinese medicine, he also knew that Mr. Chen's understanding of Chinese medicine needed more scientific evidence to support it.
So, he invited Mr. Chan to the hospital for a detailed examination and explained in detail in person. Mr. Chan came to Dr. Lee's hospital at the appointed time.
After registering and waiting, he was directed to Dr. Lee's office. Dr. Li asked Mr. Chan about his symptoms, and Mr. Chan said that he often felt tired, had a poor appetite and sometimes felt a little dizzy.
"These symptoms are indeed related to poor liver function, but they can also be caused by other causes. Let's do a thorough check-up first," Dr. Lee said.
After a series of blood tests, ultrasound and liver function tests, the results showed that Mr. Chen's liver function was indeed abnormal, but it was not serious.
Dr. Li looked at the report and asked Mr. Chen in detail about his living habits and diet. Dr. Lee decided to explain the role of Poria cocos in detail from a scientific point of view.
Tell Mr. Chen that Poria cocos is widely used in traditional Chinese medicine to strengthen the spleen, promote dampness, calm the heart, etc., and has a certain liver-nourishing effect.
However, Dr. Li also pointed out that there is currently insufficient scientific evidence to prove that Poria cocos alone can have a significant liver-nourishing effect.
"Poria cocos contains a variety of components that are beneficial to the body, such as polysaccharides, amino acids and some trace elements, which really help to enhance immunity and improve liver function.
But that doesn't mean we can rely solely on Poria cocos to nourish our liver," says Dr. Lee. It is further explained that the key to nourishing the liver lies in comprehensive conditioning, including a reasonable diet, moderate exercise, adequate rest, and avoiding excessive alcohol consumption and drug abuse.
After listening to this, Mr. Chen was a little dazed. "So what should I do now? Is it really so important to nourish your liver in summer? ”
Dr. Li nodded, "Summer is indeed a good time to nourish the liver, because in traditional Chinese medicine, summer yang energy is vigorous, which helps the liver to recover and regenerate. But this does not mean relying on a single Chinese medicine to achieve the goal. ”
"So, apart from Poria cocos, what else should I pay attention to?" Mr. Chen asked. "In summer, the temperature is high, which can easily lead to water loss in the body, so drink plenty of water to maintain the body's water balance.
Eating more fruits and vegetables rich in vitamins and antioxidants, such as tomatoes, carrots, lemons, etc., has a good protective effect on the liver. Dr. Lee patiently explained.
Dr. Lee advises Mr. Chan to take the following comprehensive liver measures: avoid greasy and spicy foods, eat more fresh vegetables and fruits, especially foods rich in vitamins C and E, which help to protect liver cells.
Insist on a moderate amount of aerobic exercise every day, such as jogging, walking, etc., which can help strengthen physical fitness, promote blood circulation, and help detoxify the liver.
Get 7-8 hours of sleep a day and avoid staying up late. A good routine is important for liver repair and regeneration.
Excessive alcohol consumption and drug abuse can increase the burden on the liver and even lead to liver damage. It is advisable to minimize alcohol intake and follow your doctor's instructions when taking medication.
In particular, people with a family history of liver disease or long-term exposure to toxic substances should have regular liver function tests to detect problems early and deal with them in a timely manner.
After a few months, Mr. Chan adjusted his lifestyle according to Dr. Lee's advice and came to the hospital for regular check-ups. His liver function indicators gradually returned to normal, and his mental state also improved significantly.
One afternoon, Mr. Chan came to Dr. Li's office again, this time bringing some homemade health drinks to thank Dr. Li for his careful guidance.
"Dr. Lee, thanks to your help, I feel much better now. Although I still use Poria cocos to make tea, I know that I can't rely on this alone, I have to do comprehensive conditioning. Mr. Chen said with a smile.
Dr. Li smiled with relief, "That's right, health is a comprehensive conditioning process, and you can't rely on one medicine or food alone to solve all problems. Keep up with the good habits you have now, and your body will get better and better. ”
In the follow-up visits, Mr. Chen showed a strong interest in the combination of Chinese medicine and Western medicine. He often discusses with Dr. Lee the concept of wellness in different medical systems.
"Dr. Li, the conditioning and balance of traditional Chinese medicine are somewhat similar to the comprehensive conditioning you talked about, but why do you sometimes feel that the effect is not so obvious?" Mr. Chen asked.
"Traditional Chinese medicine and Western medicine have different theoretical bases and treatment methods. Traditional Chinese medicine pays more attention to overall conditioning, emphasizing the balance of yin and yang and the coordination of the five internal organs;
Western medicine, on the other hand, relies more on specific physiological and pathological mechanisms and is highly targeted. Both have their own advantages, and they can be combined to better serve patients. Dr. Lee explained.
Mr. Chen nodded, "Then what should I do to better combine these two methods?" ”
Dr. Lee smiled and replied, "The key is individualized treatment. Everyone's physique and health status are different and need to be adjusted on a case-by-case basis.
You can use the health preservation methods of traditional Chinese medicine in your daily life, such as diet and moderate exercise, and at the same time, when specific problems arise, you can use the detection and treatment methods of Western medicine in a timely manner. ”
With the recovery of Mr. Chen, he began to study liver nourishment more deeply. He consulted a large number of literature and found that in addition to Poria cocos, there are many other Chinese medicinal materials that are beneficial to the liver, such as salvia, astragalus, wolfberry, etc.
Mr. Chan brought his research results to Dr. Lee, and the two had a further discussion.
"Doctor Li, I found that salvia and astragalus also have a good liver-nourishing effect, can these herbs be used together?" Mr. Chen asked.
Dr. Li carefully looked at Mr. Chen's research materials and said, "Salvia and Astragalus do have good hepatoprotective effects, but traditional Chinese medicine pays attention to compatibility, and the interaction between medicinal materials is very complex.
It is best to use under the guidance of a professional TCM practitioner to avoid side effects caused by improper compatibility. ”
Mr. Chen nodded, "Understood, I'll pay attention." It seems that health preservation is indeed a very deep science, which requires continuous learning and practice. ”
Mr. Chen began to pay more attention to liver nourishment in his daily life. Do some simple stretching exercises every morning, choose light and easy to digest foods for lunch, and try to avoid greasy and spicy for dinner.
I also insist on drinking Poria tea every day, and under the advice of doctors, occasionally combine it with some other Chinese herbal medicines for conditioning.
We learned that nourishing the liver is not only about relying on a certain kind of traditional Chinese medicine, but also needs to be comprehensively regulated from diet, exercise, work and rest.
As a traditional Chinese medicine, Poria cocos does have a certain health care effect on the body, but it is not a panacea. A scientific and rational lifestyle is the key to maintaining liver health.
Through his professional knowledge and practical cases, Dr. Li showed everyone how to nourish and protect the liver in daily life.
It is hoped that everyone can maintain a scientific attitude while paying attention to their own health, not blindly pursuing a single health preservation method, and truly maintain their body comprehensively and reasonably.
Health is a kind of long-term persistence and scientific conditioning, so that each of us can enjoy a healthy and happy life.
[This content is a fictional short story, and any name, place name, or other aspects involved in the text have nothing to do with reality (without any implications). If there is any similarity, it is purely a coincidence, please read it rationally. 】
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