2023/11/26 05:00 Weather News
We asked Dr. Yoshiko Seto (International Traditional Chinese Medicine Medicinal Practitioner) of Genpodo Acupuncture Clinic (Shibuya-ku, Tokyo) and the author of “12 Months of Home Medicinal Diet” (PHP Research Institute) to tell us about the relationship with cold weather and countermeasures. Let’s.
When it’s cold, the toilet gets closer!?
“During the cold season, it’s natural to be closer to the toilet to some extent.Compared to the warmer months, less water is lost through sweat, and peripheral blood vessels constrict to prevent body heat from being lost. This is because blood volume increases and the kidneys produce more urine.
However, if you feel like you have to go to the bathroom often, such as urinating 8 or more times from the time you wake up until the time you go to bed, you may have “frequent urination.” There are cases where you wake up several times during the night to go to the toilet.
In Oriental medicine, many of the causes of frequent urination are considered to be coldness and kidney weakness. As a countermeasure, we will provide a regimen that will strengthen the kidney function.” (Dr. Seto)
Fatigue and coldness that are not good for the kidneys
“The kidneys in Oriental medicine include not only the kidneys but also the bladder and reproductive organs.The kidneys are an organ that can be said to be the source of energy, and are involved in growth, reproduction, hormonal balance, and aging. , it affects the legs and hips.
Kidney weakness is easily associated with a decline in vitality and aging, and manifests itself in symptoms such as decreased physical strength, hair loss, gray hair, weakness in the legs and hips, osteoporosis, ringing in the ears, and forgetfulness. Frequent urination is also one of the complaints caused by kidney weakness. In particular, nighttime urination is often caused by kidney fatigue.” (Dr. Seto)
When do kidneys become weak?
“The kidneys become fatigued due to overwork, lack of sleep, and strenuous exercise.It’s also not good to use your brain too much or work under mental stress.
Another negative effect is that it cools the body. The kidneys are sensitive to cold, and when the body gets cold, the kidneys also become cold and weaken.
In Oriental medicine, the kidney is considered the winter organ. Many of the illnesses that tend to occur from late autumn to winter are caused by weakened kidneys. Taking care of your kidneys by preventing frequent urination can also serve as a winter regimen.” (Dr. Seto)
Foods and lifestyle habits that support the kidneys
“Let’s actively incorporate ingredients that support the kidneys into our diet.Ingredients that support the kidneys include yams, pork, walnuts, chestnuts, ginnan, cashew nuts, broccoli, as well as black ingredients such as black sesame, black rice, black beans, black wood ear mushrooms, black Sugar, seafood such as oysters, shrimp, eel, yellowtail, and bonito.
Ginkgo in particular is a food that is said to be good for frequent urination and nighttime urination. We also recommend foods that warm your body, such as green onions, perilla, chives, tuna, and the right amount of spices.
On the other hand, avoid raw foods, cold foods, sweet foods, and summer vegetables that cool your body. Immediately after drinking beer, you may feel warm, but it also leaves your body cold. In addition, it is also effective to review your lifestyle to see if you are drinking too many drinks with diuretic effects, such as coffee and green tea.” (Dr. Seto)
There are some things you want to keep in mind in your life.
“Even in the fall and winter, protect your body from the cold. Just as cold weather constricts blood vessels and impedes blood flow, it also weakens the kidneys, leading to frequent urination, sensitivity to cold, and stiffness. Prevent your body from getting cold. , use cold-weather clothing and heaters appropriately.In particular, avoid getting cold around your stomach, waist, and lower body.It is also a good idea to use tights and warmers.
Fatigue is also bad, so avoid overwork and lack of sleep. I think things will be busy towards the end of the year, but it’s important to talk to your body.” (Dr. Seto)
Dr. Seto says that the way you spend your time now will lead to good health in winter.
“November is normally a period for preparing the body to cope with the cold weather.This year, although the season was slow, it suddenly turned cold, so many people may not be ready for winter.
In December, the weather officially becomes winter. It’s important to keep your kidneys healthy because you’re more likely to experience problems such as frequent urination.” (Dr. Seto)
It’s going to get colder and colder from now on, and things will get busier towards the end of the year. Be careful not to neglect your body.
*Eating too much ginkgo is not good, so adults should limit it to about 6 to 7 grains a day.
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