TCM health knowledge: Beware of the 7 signs of poor health

As the pace of life quickens, people's bodies are becoming increasingly overwhelmed. Many people feel that they are fine, but the inside of your body is wearing out! Next, let Chinese medicine tell you the signs of disease represented by those minor physical ailments.

1. Do you have healthy hair and nails?

The skin system (including hair and nails) is often the first to tell you whether you are deficient in vitamins. Vitamin deficiency usually manifests itself in brittle and easily deformed nails, and excessive hair loss. The nails of healthy individuals are usually pink, hard and round. The skin should be elastic and can quickly return to normal with a touch of pressure.

2. Do you have a good sleep?

It is normal to occasionally lack sleep or suffer from insomnia. As long as your sleep is generally regular and you don't have night sweats or get up frequently to go to the bathroom, you basically meet the requirements for a good sleep. If you feel refreshed when you wake up, that is also a good health sign.

3. Is it okay for a woman to have a regular menstrual period and a man to ejaculate a spoonful of semen?

The arrival of menstruation on time is the most important indicator of the health of a woman's reproductive system. The amount of semen for healthy middle-aged men to ejaculate each time should be 2-5 ml. Less than 2 ml may be a sign of oligospermia. The semen of healthy men should be white or gray and viscous. If the semen contains blood or is too thin, you should go to the hospital for examination in time.

4. Do you have relatively clear and abundant urine?

If you urinate several times a day and your urine is light yellow and not cloudy, dark or too yellow, it means that your body is well hydrated and your kidneys are healthy.

If your urine is completely colorless, it may mean you are overhydrated or your body is losing salt and electrolytes. In addition to changes in the color depth of urine, you should also pay attention to the smell. Sweet or strange smells, or redness in color should be of concern.

5. Do you have a stable weight?

A normal and generally stable weight is also a sign of health. If your weight suddenly fluctuates, or your food intake increases or decreases dramatically, you should pay attention.

6. Do you have regular bowel movements?

If your stool does not contain blood, is not too loose or too hard, and your bowel movements are regular, moving waste out of your body quickly and effectively, then you have enough fiber in your diet and your digestive system is in good condition. If the opposite is true, then you should pay attention.

7. Does the wound heal quickly?

If a minor wound such as a cut, scrape or burn heals quickly, then congratulations, your blood is in good health. If unexplained bruising occurs when you apply light pressure to your skin, you should seek medical attention immediately.