Ancient Chinese Tips for Long Life - Part 2 5. Husbands and wives should massage each other’s backs to relieve physical fatigue and prevent cancer. Massaging the back is an ancient method that provides immediate results. Massaging the back stimulates dozens of important acupuncture points which can help stimulate the nervous system, effectively maintaining the balance of the central nervous system. The primary benefit is muscle relaxation; preventing and treating back pain and muscle strain. Secondarily, back massage promotes better circulation and regulated nerve function. Massaging during the day clears the head and lifts the spirit; massaging during the night soothes the mind, preventing insomnia. Another benefit of massage is enhanced immunity and cancer prevention. Japanese scientists have long believed that frequent back massage promotes peptide secretion in the brain. These peptides have strong anti-virus capabilities and can inhibit cell mutation, the basis of cancer cell creation. There are usually two methods of back massage: patting and hitting. Patting uses an empty palm, and hitting uses an empty fist—empty, in this regard, means gentle. For best results, massage consistently once a day, fifty to sixty pats or hits. 6. Knead the abdomen daily to promote blood circulation and benefit the spirit. Kneading the abdomen is a method to promote health that uses the hands to rub back and forth between the chest and pelvis. Traditional Chinese medicine says that the abdomen is the “center of the internal organs and the source of yin and yang” in the body. Modern medicine also says that kneading the abdomen strengthens the stomach and the gastrointestinal and abdominal muscles, promotes circulation, and accelerates digestion. It also helps treat constipation, ulcers, insomnia, inflammation of the prostate, nephritis, hernias, high blood pressure, coronary and heart disease, and diabetes. In particular, kneading promotes self-contraction of the abdomen and reduction of fat; it can even help with weight loss. To knead the abdomen, first rub in the clockwise direction with the heel of the right hand 130 times above the navel and then move below the navel area for 120 times. Afterwards, rub the whole abdominal area with the full palm of the left hand 120 times. Reverse and repeat. 7. Stretching is the most effective way to lose weight and promote blood circulation. Lazy Stretching: this refers to an involuntary stretch (which often accompanies yawning) that involves straightening the neck, lifting the arms, taking large breaths to expand the chest, stretching the waist, exercising the joints, and loosening the body. Sun Simiao, a famous physician of the Tang Dynasty, said it best, “If blood does not circulate, the body will be afflicted with diseases.” According to modern medicine, blood circulation relies completely on the heart muscle contractions, which is especially true for veins farther away from the heart. When one stretches, the body will naturally bring the arms and ribs upward and expand the chest, which strengthens the diaphragm and assists with deep breathing. This causes many of the muscles to contract and deposit blood back to the heart, resulting in an acceleration of blood circulation. Lazy stretching can also help the neck vessels efficiently transport blood to the brain, bringing adequate nutrition there, reducing fatigue, and thereby raising the spirits. This also exercises the neuromuscular system, promoting balance within the body; increases oxygen intake and carbon dioxide outtake, promoting metabolism; and eliminates excessive tension, preventing muscle strain and correcting the posture—all of which keep the body healthier. 8. Press the Hegu, Neiguan, and Zusanli acupuncture points once a day for a healthy body. The Hegu point is in the area between the thumb and the index finger. Acupuncture at the Hegu point helps treat headaches, facial paralysis, and diseases involving the five senses. The Neiguan point is located about 2 inches from the crease of the wrist. Acupuncture at the Neiguan point primarily helps treat heart palpitations, high blood pressure, epilepsy, asthma, stomach pain, nausea, and vomiting. The Zusanli acupuncture point is about 3 to 4 inches below the center of the knee. It has the function of regulating the stomach, replenishing energy, promoting circulation through the meridians, and dispelling wind and dampness, according to the language of . Traditional Chinese Medicine. Modern scientific research confirms that performing acupuncture on the Zusanli point stimulates the stomach and intestines, as well as a variety of digestive and enzyme activity. It can increase one’s appetite, help digestion, enhance the ability of the brain, improve heart function, increase red and white blood cell production and hemoglobin and endocrine hormone levels, and improve the body’s resistance to disease. Acupuncture on the Zusanli point also helps prevent stomach and abdominal pain, vomiting, constipation, diarrhea, hepatitis, gall bladder inflammation, and high blood pressure. Zusanli, Hegu, and Neiguan are three of the main acupuncture points used by ancient physicians in medical treatment. In recent years, Chinese scientists have discovered that massaging these three acupuncture points benefits the body’s nerves, muscles, tissues, and organs; positive effects surpass that of any physical sport. Press the Zusanli, Hegu, and Neiguan points for five minutes each, pressing the point15-20 times with the thumb or middle finger. The End *Kin Teck Tong Sports Hub Branch Is Coming Soon Location Address: Kallang Wave Mall 1 Stadium Place #02-06, S(397628)
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