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Uncle Li sat on a bench in the hospital corridor, holding the diagnosis report tightly with both hands, his eyes glazed. He couldn't believe that he had esophageal cancer. As a "health expert" who drinks tea every day, he has always thought that his health will be better than ordinary people. But reality gave him a blow in the face and made him fall into deep confusion and self-blame.
"Mr. Li, please come in." The doctor's voice interrupted Uncle Li's thoughts.
Walking into the consultation room, Uncle Li couldn't wait to ask, "Doctor Zhang, do I really have esophageal cancer?" I drink tea every day to maintain my health, how can this be? "
Dr. Zhang sighed, with a hint of helplessness in his tone: "Mr. Li, I'm afraid it was your tea-drinking habits that led to this result. "
Uncle Li looked stunned: "How is this possible?" I've heard that drinking tea is good for your body! "
Dr Teo explains, "There are many benefits to drinking tea, but it's all about how you drink it. How do you usually drink tea? "
Uncle Li recalled: "I like to drink strong tea, the hotter the better. Drink a big glass every morning as soon as you wake up, and at least seven or eight drinks at the end of the day. "
Dr. Zhang shook his head: "It's so ignorant, how can you drink tea like this?" Long-term irritation of the esophageal mucosa by excessively hot tea will greatly increase the risk of esophageal cancer. "
Uncle Li was suddenly empowered, recalling his tea drinking habits in the past 30 years, and couldn't help but regret it.
Let's go back to 30 years ago, when Uncle Li was still a young and promising construction engineer. I have a lot of work pressure, often stay up late and work overtime, and my physical condition is getting worse. By chance, he heard that drinking tea can maintain health and health, so he began his "tea ceremony life".
At first, Uncle Li just took tea as a way to relax. But as time went on, he became more and more obsessed with tea culture, not only collecting all kinds of precious teas, but also studying tea-making techniques. He firmly believes that the stronger the tea, the better, and the higher the water temperature, the more it reflects the true taste of tea.
Uncle Li's wife, Aunt Wang, often advised him: "Lao Li, the temperature of the water you drink tea is too high, be careful of burning your throat." "
But Uncle Li always disagreed: "It's good to burn, so that you can drink the essence of tea." "
In this way, Uncle Li has adhered to the "health" tea drinking method for 30 years. It was only recently that he began to experience symptoms such as difficulty swallowing and retrosternal pain, which led to a visit to the hospital for a check-up.
Back in the consultation room, Dr. Zhang explained Uncle Li's condition in detail: "A tumor about 2 cm in size was found in the lower part of your esophagus, and the preliminary diagnosis is early-stage esophageal squamous cell carcinoma. "
After hearing this, Uncle Li's face turned pale: "Doctor Zhang, can I still be cured of this disease?" "
Dr. Zhang reassured, "Luckily, we found out earlier. At present, the tumor has not significantly invaded the tissues outside the wall of the esophagus, and the treatment effect should be good. "
Uncle Li breathed a sigh of relief, but then fell into deep self-blame: "If I knew that this would happen, I should have listened to my wife, drank less tea, and drank less hot." "
Dr. Zhang nodded, "You're right. In fact, drinking tea in moderation is indeed beneficial to health. The polyphenols contained in tea have antioxidant effects that can help prevent cardiovascular disease and certain cancers. But the key is how to drink it scientifically. "
He further explained: "The World Health Organization has issued a recommendation for the temperature of hot beverages, preferably not exceeding 65 degrees Celsius. Excessively hot drinks can damage the mucous membrane of the esophagus, and long-term irritation may lead to cancer. "
Uncle Li thought thoughtfully: "Is there anything else I need to pay attention to when drinking tea?" "
Dr. Zhang replied, "In addition to the temperature, you should also pay attention to the time and frequency of tea drinking. It is best not to drink tea on an empty stomach and not to drink a lot of tea before bedtime. It is best to control the amount of tea you drink every day to about 3-5 cups. "
After listening to the doctor's explanation, Uncle Li suddenly realized: "I always thought I was maintaining my health, but I didn't expect that I was hurting my body." "
Dr. Zhang reassured, "It's not too late to know. We will then develop a detailed treatment plan for you, including surgery, radiation therapy and chemotherapy. At the same time, you should also adjust your lifestyle habits, especially the way you drink tea. "
After leaving the hospital, Uncle Li couldn't wait to share his experience and lessons. He called his son Li Xiaoming and asked him to come home for dinner on the weekend.
On the weekend, Li Xiaoming returned to his parents' house with his wife Chen Yan. At the dinner table, Uncle Li spoke earnestly about his "tea ceremony life" and his recent diagnosis.
After Li Xiaoming heard this, he was both shocked and distressed: "Dad, why didn't you go for a check-up earlier?" "
Uncle Li smiled bitterly: "I always thought I was very healthy, but I didn't know that it would be like this." "
Chen Yan, a middle school biology teacher, is interested in the topic: "Dad, in fact, drinking tea does have many benefits. The key is to drink scientifically. "
She explains: "Tea contains catechins, caffeine and other substances that can refresh the mind and enhance metabolism. The catechins in green tea also have anti-cancer effects. But if you don't drink it properly, it will backfire. "
Uncle Li nodded: "Yes, I only understand this truth now." "
Aunt Wang interjected: "I have long advised you to drink less tea and not drink so hot." You just don't listen. "
Uncle Li looked at his wife apologetically: "You're right, I'm too stubborn." "
Li Xiaoming asked, "Dad, what did the doctor say?" Is the treatment plan decided? "
Uncle Li replied: "The doctor said that we found it relatively early, and the treatment effect should be good." Next week I'm going to go for a series of detailed check-ups and then develop a specific treatment plan. "
Chen Yan comforted: "Dad, don't worry. Now that medical technology is so advanced, it will definitely be cured. "
Uncle Li showed a long-lost smile: "Thank you." I will definitely cooperate with the treatment and strive for a speedy recovery. "
After the meal, the family sat in the living room and continued to discuss the topic of health. Uncle Li took out his treasured tea set and said with some emotion: "I may have to change the way I drink tea in the future." "
Chen Yan suggested: "Dad, you can try cold brew tea." Steeping tea leaves in room temperature water is not only safe, but also retains the nutrients of the tea leaves. "
Li Xiaoming added: "I heard that green tea and oolong tea have a strong antioxidant effect, so you can drink more of these two teas. "
Aunt Wang also said: "Lao Li, you must drink tea in small amounts and many times in the future, and don't drink too much at one time." "
Uncle Li nodded seriously: "You are right. This illness taught me that health is the most important thing. In the future, I will definitely pay attention to scientific tea drinking. "
Uncle Li's story quickly spread in the community. Neighbors came to offer their condolences and at the same time reflect on their tea drinking habits.
Dr. Zhao from the community health station took the initiative to come to Uncle Li's house to popularize the knowledge of scientific tea drinking. "Drinking tea in moderation is indeed good for health, but you must pay attention to the method," he said. It is best to choose tea with a temperature between 50-60 degrees Celsius and drink no more than 750 ml per day. "
Uncle Li sighed: "I used to think that I knew how to maintain health, but now I know that I have been doing it wrong." I hope you will learn from my lessons. "
His words struck a chord with everyone. Gradually, there was a craze for scientific tea drinking in the community. More and more people are beginning to pay attention to the way of drinking tea and learning health knowledge.
Uncle Li's story tells us that the so-called health regimen is not set in stone. We need to treat health with a scientific attitude, and we can't blindly believe in the so-called "home remedies". At the same time, it is also very important to have regular medical check-ups and seek medical attention in a timely manner.
A seemingly ordinary cup of tea reflects our understanding and attitude towards health. It reminds us that every detail in our lives can affect our health. Only by keeping an open and learning mindset and paying attention to scientific health knowledge can we truly achieve the goal of healthy and long life. No matter how old or young, it's never too late to start paying attention to your lifestyle and escorting a better life.
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