"The Secret in the Buns": The Dangers of Aluminum Baking Powder and PreventionEvery morning, Mr. Zhang would rush to the street corner stall to grab a few steaming buns for breakfast...

Beware of "Hidden Salt": Does Eating More Salt Really Lead to Longer Life?Aunt Wang, who just turned 60 this year, has dedicated most of her time to culinary exploration since her retirement, particularly favoring various pickled foods. Despite her son's repeated advice to reduce her intake of pickled foods, Aunt Wang remained unmoved in her dietary habits...

Leftovers: Don't Let Deliciousness Become a Health HazardIn the hustle and bustle of daily life, leftovers are like unintentional marks left behind, seemingly insignificant but deeply connected to our health. Especially after being reheated, the silent growth of nitrite, the bacteria's wild party, and subtle changes in the food structure can all silently threaten our health defenses...

Is Mahjong More Suitable for Elderly People After Retirement Than High-Intensity Exercise?Liu Qianli, a retired teacher brimming with energy, maintained a high-intensity exercise routine, engaging in daily walks, strength training, and even challenging yoga poses. However, a sudden bout of dizziness sent her tumbling onto the park flowers, making her realize that her aging body needed a more scientific approach to exercise...

"Bad Habits" of the Elderly: Five Common Phenomena and Coping StrategiesIn China, the elderly population has witnessed the changes of the times, and the years have left deep marks on them. However, some habits that are common among the elderly may be seen as "bad habits" in today's social environment...

Preserving Essence at 50, Qi at 60, and Blood at 70: Traditional Chinese Medicine Reveals the "Iron Triangle" of LongevityAs we enter old age, our bodily functions gradually decline and our health enters a "season of challenges." Every one of us yearns for longevity, but how do we confront the march of aging? Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) believes that essence (jing), qi (vital energy), and blood (xue) are the foundations of life activities and crucial for longevity...

Ear Cleaning: From Traditional Craft to Fringe Services, a Metropolitan Wellness EnigmaThose who have visited Chengdu, Sichuan, have likely encountered street stalls offering ear cleaning services. The sound of bells, the gentle touch of feathers against your cheeks and ears, a soothing feeling washes over you from head to toe...

A Cup of "Healthy" Chicken Soup, Almost Cost a Life! Do You Really Understand Chinese Medicine?With people increasingly focusing on their health, the "health-preserving trend" has swept through young people. Medicinal cuisine, as the first choice for health preservation, combines the medicinal properties of Chinese medicine with the deliciousness of food, mitigating the medicinal taste...

Health and Exercise, Making Life Brighter: The Wisdom and Risks of Exercise for SeniorsIn the sunny morning park, Mr. Li enthusiastically invited his old friends to try brisk walking, hoping for a change of pace and renewed vitality...

Early to Bed, Youre Earlier Than Everyone Else!The benefits of early sleep are multifold, having a significant positive impact on both physical and mental health and quality of life. It not only promotes the elimination of toxins and waste from the body, enhancing metabolism, but also allows the brain to get adequate rest, leading to optimal working conditions and preventing fatigue...

"Old Leakage, Exhaustion of Essence, Poverty and Lifespan Exhaustion"? A 57-Year-Old Man's Health "Counterattack"As the night falls and the city's hustle and bustle gradually subsides, 57-year-old Mr. Li sits in the doctor's office, his expression anxious...

Dried Tangerine Peel: A Tiny Herb to Help You Avoid Coughs, Rhinitis, and Adenoid HypertrophyDried tangerine peel, a common traditional Chinese medicine, has long been known for its benefits in regulating qi and strengthening the spleen, as well as its ability to dry dampness and resolve phlegm. Not only can it improve indigestion, poor appetite, and abdominal distention, but it can also effectively relieve coughs, rhinitis, and adenoid hypertrophy...