Office workers sit in front of computers all day, lack of exercise also affects intestinal peristalsis, and the toxins in the body and pores cannot be cleared in time. Therefore, it is recommended that office women walk briskly for 30 minutes every day, and it is best to do a set of fitness exercises every day, which can help improve metabolism and completely release the garbage in the body through sweating and bowel movements.
First move to detoxify: Differentiate between heat-induced constipation and deficiency-induced constipation
The main cause of toxins in the bodies of office women is constipation, also known as the professional killer of office workers. According to traditional Chinese medicine theory, constipation in office workers is mainly divided into two types: heat-induced and deficiency-induced. Deficiency-induced is further divided into qi deficiency and blood deficiency. Heat-induced constipation is caused by internal heat toxins and requires moistening the intestines to promote bowel movements. Qi deficiency is due to the large intestine's weak transmission ability, while blood deficiency is because the body fluids are insufficient to moisten the large intestine. At first glance, the symptoms are similar, but the causes are often different. Therefore, for internal toxins, it is crucial not to simply "flush them out with laxatives." Constipation can vary greatly in severity. When facing similar situations, we should first consult a doctor to understand the root cause before applying the right remedy. While taking medication, women should also pay attention to drinking more water daily. Drinking 10 large glasses of water a day is a good remedy for preventing and treating constipation. If you can persist in drinking a glass of salt water on an empty stomach every morning, it will be twice as effective for ensuring smooth bowel movements.
Second move to detoxify: Take the "dregs," leave the essence
Modern people's grains are overly refined, containing too little fiber, which reduces the volume of bowel movements. This means that after the nutrients of the food are absorbed, the remaining part is too small. With this in mind, attention should be paid to the diet:
First, eat more coarse foods, such as coarse grains like pumpkin, potatoes, and corn. Vegetables and fruits should also be consumed in abundance, such as celery, leeks, spinach, bananas, and persimmons. Try to eat less or no spicy food. In Shanghai, Hunan and Sichuan cuisines were once all the rage, but women with poor intestinal function are advised to stay away from them. When cooking at home, also pay attention to using less oil, salt, and monosodium glutamate. As the weather warms in spring, it is also advisable to be moderate with "heaty" foods like lamb and dog meat. Office women working "9 to 9" (or even later) often gulp down large cups of coffee when staying up late, and in social situations, they toast each other with wine. These stimulating drinks are the most common triggers for "toxin" buildup.
Third move to detoxify: Drink congee and walk briskly, a two-pronged approach
Office workers sit in front of computers all day, lack of exercise also affects intestinal peristalsis, and the toxins in the body and pores cannot be cleared in time. Therefore, it is recommended that office women walk briskly for 30 minutes every day, and it is best to do a set of fitness exercises every day, which can help improve metabolism and completely release the garbage in the body through sweating and bowel movements. On regular weekends, it is also good to go hiking, play ball games, or swim, as these are all good ways to promote internal circulation.
Firstly, detoxification can be achieved through dietary therapy, such as drinking congee. Congees with qi-tonifying effects include:
1. Cassia Seed Congee. 15 grams of cassia seeds, wrapped in gauze (or use cassia seed water), and cooked with rice. Its effects are to promote bowel movements and clear heat, and it is beneficial for preventing and treating hemorrhoids.
2. Lentil Congee: 100 grams of fresh lentils and 100 grams of rice, cooked together. Its effects are to promote bowel movements, replenish qi, and strengthen the spleen and stomach.
Other ingredients such as Chinese yam, lotus root, Job's tears, and Astragalus root can also be used to make congee.
Congees with blood-nourishing effects include: Red Date Congee, Fo-ti Congee, and Goji Berry Congee.
The Three-Treasure Congee both replenishes qi and blood: made by cooking Job's tears, lentils, and red dates together.
If detoxification and bowel movements are still difficult, you can try Dr. Xu's self-formulated "Three-Seed Bowel Movement Formula" with Plantain Seed as the main ingredient, which is also mainly to help people with insufficient qi and blood to moisten the intestines and promote bowel movements.