ntroduction: The importance of a child’s health
Children’s growth and development are inseparable from a good health foundation, and the function of the spleen and stomach is particularly important in it. The spleen and stomach are the foundation of nurture, affecting the child’s appetite, digestion and nutrient absorption. Therefore, regulating the spleen and stomach and dredging liver qi can not only enhance children’s physique, but also promote their healthy growth.
The spleen and stomach and the growth of the child
According to TCM, the spleen and stomach are the core of digestion and absorption, responsible for converting nutrients from food into the essence required by the body. If the spleen and stomach function is not good, children are prone to symptoms such as loss of appetite, abdominal pain and diarrhea, which will directly affect their growth and development. Therefore, it is a gentle and effective way to strengthen the spleen and stomach through dietary therapy.
A health tea for kids
In order to help children regulate the spleen and stomach and soothe the liver, we can make a healthy health tea. Ingredients include yam, atractylodes, tangerine peel, licorice, and a moderate amount of rock sugar. These materials not only have the effect of strengthening the spleen and appetizing, regulating qi and relieving pain, but also have a fresh taste and are suitable for children to drink.
How to make health tea
Making health tea is actually very simple. First of all, wash and slice the yam and atractylodes, put the tangerine peel and licorice in a pot, add water and bring to a boil. Then simmer for about 20 minutes, add an appropriate amount of rock sugar to taste, and cook until the rock sugar is dissolved. When it is warm, pour it into a cup and it is ready for your child to drink.
Precautions for drinking
Although this health tea is very helpful for children’s spleen and stomach conditioning, it still needs to be paid attention to when drinking. It is generally recommended to drink one to two cups a day and not to overdo it. At the same time, observe your child’s condition and consult a doctor or TCM practitioner if you feel unwell.
Other conditioning recommendations
In addition to drinking health tea, parents can also help their children regulate their spleen and stomach through daily diet. Provide your child with easy-to-digest foods, such as porridge and steamed vegetables, and avoid cold, spicy foods. At the same time, encourage children to do more outdoor sports, maintain good work and rest habits, and enhance physical fitness.
Summary: The key to healthy growth
Regulating the spleen and stomach and soothing the liver are essential for the healthy growth of children. Through homemade health tea, combined with healthy diet and living habits, it can effectively help children enhance their immunity and promote the all-round development of body and mind. Let’s focus on our children’s health and build a strong foundation for their future.