Sweat thoroughly, drink enough water, and have clear bowel movements for a long life.
For a long time, there has been a saying in the science of health preservation in Traditional Chinese Medicine: "To live a long life, you must sweat thoroughly, drink enough water, and have clear bowel movements." These simple 16 characters summarize the most basic and scientific health methods in our daily lives.
Sweat thoroughly. Sweating is the most effective way to detoxify. Only in summer can we sweat naturally throughout the year, which is beneficial for the body's metabolism, meridian balance, and immune system health. If you always hold back sweat, over time, your skin will not be able to "breathe," eventually leading to a disordered metabolic system and transferring the skin's detoxification function to the kidneys and liver. Therefore, in hot weather, it is essential to use the air conditioner less and let the body sweat naturally. In other seasons, you should increase physical exercise to actively induce sweating, which helps maintain the body's temperature, dissipate heat, and is beneficial to both body and mind. There is also passive sweating, caused by irritability or physical discomfort, which is not beneficial to the human body.
Drink enough water. 98% to 99% of sweat is water. To sweat thoroughly, you must drink enough water. Medically speaking, drinking water is the process by which a living organism ingests water through the mouth to replenish its intracellular fluid. It is an important part of metabolism and one way to replenish trace elements for the body. It is recommended to drink at least 2.5 liters of water daily, preferably warm water rather than cold water.
Have clear bowel movements. If you have long-term constipation or incomplete bowel movements, it can lead to hemorrhoids. In severe cases, it can cause abdominal hernias and result in rough skin and hyperpigmentation. You should develop a regular bowel habit, such as ensuring a complete bowel movement every morning. Regular exercise, eating more fruits and vegetables, and drinking plenty of water can help ensure smooth bowel movements.
Meeting these three simple requirements will naturally lead to good health. Over time, this lays a solid foundation for a long life.