Future Health Frontiers Q&A Senior Health Elderly Nutrition

How to regulate the spleen and stomach of the elderly in winter?

Asked by:Lena

Asked on:Apr 09, 2026 06:38 AM

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  • Spring Spring

    Apr 09, 2026

      As people age, their spleen and stomach functions gradually decline. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that the stomach and spleen are the hubs for the rise and fall of qi in the internal organs and the source of qi and blood biochemistry. “Movement is the key link, elements are the norm, drink a little, don't worry about the intestines. ”These are the four keys to maintaining the spleen and stomach.

      “"Movement is the key link": It means that appropriate exercise can promote digestion, increase appetite, make the source of Qi and blood sufficient, the essence, Qi, and Shen will be strong, and the functions of the internal organs will not decline. elderly Choose the appropriate exercise according to your actual situation exercise Mode and amount of exercise.

      “"Vegetarian is normal": Eat less greasy food and more vegetables. The daily diet should be mainly light food in order to cleanse the intestines and stomach. Eat food that is warm and cool, as heat will damage the mucous membranes and cold will damage the spleen and stomach.

      “"A small amount of alcohol": Don't be addicted to excessive alcohol to damage the spleen and stomach.

      “"Don't worry about your intestines": Chinese medicine believes that excessive thinking can easily damage the spleen and stomach. Long-term deficiency of Qi and blood biochemistry can lead to mental fatigue, palpitations, shortness of breath, forgetfulness and insomnia, and weight loss. nerve Asthenia, gastrointestinal neurosis, ulcer disease, etc. Therefore, we must pay attention to the cultivation of character, sentiment and morality, be open-minded and be kind to others. When something happens, don't worry about it, dwell on it, and don't worry too much about things outside you.