Winter Health Tips
You might have noticed a crispness in the air in the mornings and evenings. There is no denying it, cooler weather is here. Here are some easy tips to keep you healthier this winter.
Put away the salads, ice cream, and raw or uncooked vegetables and foods. Raw foods can create dampness. In Chinese medicine, dampness can make you sluggish and can pain or numbness or increase cholesterol levels. This is the time of year to eat soups and cooked vegetables.
Remember to bundle up and dress warmly. You want to dress in layers with our temperature fluctuations. If you get cold or wet outside, take a warm shower or bath as soon as possible. During cold months, it is essential to keep your body warm.
Ginger Tea Recipe
Drink warm ginger tea to avoid colds
Ingredients:
Five slices of ginger
Four cups of water
Boil these ingredients and simmer for 10 – 15 minutes with the lid on the pot.
Strain the ginger.
Drink one cup three times daily as needed.
(This is for one day’s dosage.)
You can triple the dosage so that you do not have to cook every day.
Store the tea in the refrigerator and drink the tea warm.
Drink warm water
Sipping on warm water can help soothe a sore throat.
Remember to wash your hands thoroughly at least 30 to 45 seconds after using the restroom, sneezing, coughing, and cooking. This is the best and simplest way to fend off germs.
We hope these winter health tips keep you well. Are you looking for something different with your health care? You might want to consider acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine. Chinese medicine has been in existence for over 2,500 years. Experience a holistic approach to your health with an experienced and licensed acupuncturist. Give us a call at (919) 803-2424 or schedule your appointment now.
