The Cold Dew solar term of the Chinese lunar calendar marks the gradual transition from cool to cold weather. At this time, the weather is cool in most parts of our country, and attention should be paid to the recurrence or aggravation of chronic bronchitis. People with chronic bronchitis often experience the onset of their old coughing habit when autumn winds blow and the cold sets in. To prevent and actively treat chronic bronchitis, the following preventive measures should be taken.
1. Maintain good indoor air circulation. Often open windows to ensure the air indoors is clean and fresh; when going out, pay attention to the surrounding environment, enhance labor protection, and prevent the impact of smoke, dust, and harmful gases on the respiratory tract.
2. Adjust dietary structure. It is generally recommended to eat smaller, more frequent meals, with a light diet, ensuring each meal contains sufficient calories, protein, and a variety of vitamins. Usually, eat less spicy food to avoid "adding new branches" and worsening the condition. As the autumn climate is dry, it is advisable to eat some moistening foods or medicines, such as pears, apples, olives, white radishes, tremella, and sugarcane, to moisten the lungs and prevent coughing.
3. Prevent colds and keep warm. Cold Dew is a time of long nights and short days. As the weather gets colder, patients should wear more clothes and not neglect keeping their lower limbs warm. In addition to persisting in soaking feet in hot water before sleep every night, pay more attention to keeping warm at night, and the elderly can also use heating appliances.
4. Prevent colds. Every cold can trigger a recurrence of chronic bronchitis and aggravate the existing condition. Patients should try to reduce visits to relatives and friends and avoid crowded public places.