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"Doctor, I've been feeling sick lately, should I get some penicillin?" Sixty-year-old Uncle Zhang sat in the consultation room and asked with a worried face.
I couldn't help but smile, "Uncle Zhang, where did you hear about this home remedies?" Penicillin is not something that can be used casually. Still, did you know? Nature actually gave us two kinds of fruits that 'bring their own penicillin', which are much more comfortable to eat than injections. "
When Uncle Zhang heard this, he immediately became interested, "Oh? And this kind of thing? Tell me, what are the two kinds of fruits? "
I smiled and said, "Don't worry, I'll tell you slowly." But before we get there, let's take a look at your specific situation. "
Uncle Zhang is my old sick number, and he was a middle school teacher before he retired. In recent months, he has been feeling less healthy than before, often experiencing fatigue, fatigue and mild joint pain. This time I came to see if there was any way to improve my physical condition.
After a detailed examination and examination, I found that Uncle Zhang's symptoms were mainly due to the slowing down of metabolism and decreased immunity caused by aging. While there are no major problems, there is a real need to pay attention to daily health care.
"Uncle Zhang, your body is generally good. However, as we age, our bodies do need more care. Penicillin, which you just mentioned, is actually an antibiotic that is mainly used to fight bacterial infections. But in our daily lives, what we need more is to improve our own immunity, rather than relying on antibiotics. "
Uncle Zhang nodded thoughtfully, "I understand." So can the two fruits you just mentioned help improve immunity? "
"That's right," I said with a smile, "the two fruits are citrus and apples." Although they do not contain true penicillin, they do contain some penicillin-like substances that are very beneficial for our physical health. "
Uncle Zhang's eyes lit up, "Oh, I love both of these fruits!" I didn't expect there to be such a big benefit. Doctor, tell me in detail, what is the magic of these two fruits? "
I cleared my throat and began to explain to Uncle Zhang: "The reason why citrus and apples are called 'penicillin' fruits is mainly because they contain a substance called polyphenolic compounds. Although these substances are not really antibiotics, they have antibiotic-like effects that can help us fight off certain bacteria and viruses. "
"Citrus fruits, such as oranges, grapefruits, lemons, etc., are rich in vitamin C and flavonoids. Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that boosts our immune system and helps the body fight off various diseases. Flavonoids, on the other hand, have anti-inflammatory and antiviral effects that can help us prevent common diseases such as colds. "
"As for apples, it contains a substance called quercetin, which is a natural anti-inflammatory and antioxidant. Quercetin not only helps us fight free radicals and slow down aging, but also strengthens our immune system and improves the body's resistance. In addition, apples are also rich in dietary fiber, which can help promote intestinal health and indirectly boost our immunity. "
Uncle Zhang listened with relish, "So that's the case!" Then I'm going to eat more of these two fruits in the future. However, doctor, do you say that middle-aged and elderly people eat twice a week, is there anything special about it? "
I nodded and explained, "This suggestion is mainly based on two considerations. First of all, the digestive system function of middle-aged and elderly people is relatively weakened, and excessive intake of fructose at one time may increase the burden on the stomach and intestines. Secondly, while these fruits are good for health, they should not be consumed in excess. Moderate consumption is the best way to achieve the best health results. "
"Eating them twice a week, in moderation, allows the body to continue to get the beneficial substances in these fruits without putting too much burden on the digestive system. Of course, this is only a general recommendation, and it may need to be adjusted on a case-by-case basis. "
Uncle Zhang said thoughtfully: "I understand, is there any other way to boost immunity besides eating these two fruits?" "
I smiled and said, "Of course." In addition to diet, we also need to pay attention to the following:
First, maintain a good work and rest routine. Getting enough sleep is essential for maintaining a strong immune system. It is recommended that you get 7-8 hours of sleep per night.
Second, exercise moderately. A moderate amount of physical activity can promote blood circulation, enhance metabolism, and thus improve immunity. Depending on your situation, you can choose a suitable type of exercise such as walking, tai chi or swimming.
Third, keep yourself in a good mood. Mental health has a significant impact on physical health. It is recommended that you participate in more social activities and maintain a positive and optimistic attitude.
Fourth, pay attention to personal hygiene. Good hygiene habits, such as washing hands frequently and keeping the environment clean, can effectively reduce the invasion of pathogens.
Finally, have regular medical check-ups. Through regular check-ups, we can identify and address potential health problems in a timely manner, so as to better maintain our physical health. "
After listening to this, Uncle Zhang nodded with satisfaction, "Doctor, as soon as you say this, I will understand everything." It seems that if you want to be in good health, you really have to do it at the same time! "
I smiled and said, "Yes, health is a system engineering, diet is only one part of it, and we need to pay more attention to all aspects of life." But then again, the two fruits you just mentioned are really good choices. Not only are they rich in nutrients, but they also taste good and are enjoyable to eat. "
"By the way," I added, "there are also some tips when choosing and eating these fruits." For example, choose fresh fruit and try to avoid buying fruit that has been peeled or diced, as they may have lost some of their nutrients. Also, it is best to eat it with the skin, as the peel tends to contain more nutrients. "
Uncle Zhang nodded again and again, "Doctor, you're too right. I used to think that eating fruit was just a casual meal, but I didn't expect there to be so many ways. I'll have to pay attention to it in the future. "
I smiled and said, "Uncle Zhang, it's great that you can think so." In fact, the most important thing to maintain good health is to maintain a good living habit. This includes not only a reasonable diet, but also a regular work and rest, moderate exercise, and so on. Only in this way can our bodies be truly healthy. "
Uncle Zhang stood up, held my hand and said, "Doctor, thank you so much today." You not only treated me, but also taught me so much about health preservation. When I go back, I'll write down what you said, and I'll put it into practice in the future. "
Looking at the back of Uncle Zhang's departure, I can't help but sigh: In this era of information explosion, people are often confused by all kinds of specious "health recipes". As a doctor, our responsibility is not only to treat diseases and save people, but more importantly, to help people establish a correct concept of health and learn to take care of their bodies scientifically.
I hope that through this exchange with Uncle Zhang, more people can understand that the secret of health is not mysterious, it is hidden in the bits and pieces of our daily life. As long as we discover and practice with our hearts, everyone can become the guardian of their own health.