Deciphering the "secret" of Laozi's longevity

Taoist health preservation is the only health preservation system in the world that pursues longevity as its goal, so Taoist health preservation exercises hold the most effective secrets of longevity.

Laozi, the founder of the Taoism, was posthumously recognized by the emperor of the Tang Dynasty as the ancestor of the Li family. He lived to be over 160 years old, and there are also rumors that he was over 200 years old. Sun Simiao, a famous medical scientist in the Tang Dynasty, was honored as the "King of Medicine" by later generations. He died at the age of 122 without any illness.

Cold water in the morning: "The stomach qi is weakest in the morning, so drink cold water to stimulate the stomach qi, which is the first health preservation."

Taking a nap to nourish yang: "Take a short nap after a meal to nourish the spirit, which is the second health preservation." Taking a nap at noon (between 11 and 13 o'clock) is when the human body's meridian qi "combines yang". After people finish their meals at noon, most of the blood flows to the gastrointestinal tract and other digestive organs. At this time, you will feel sleepy, yawning, and drowsy. You can move around for about half an hour after a meal and take a nap. Studies have shown that an effective lunch break can improve brain metabolism, so that the brain nerves that are tired in the morning can get more fresh blood and nutrients, reduce the incidence of "angina pectoris" and "cerebral infarction", and help nourish yang. It is advisable to sleep for 30 minutes to 1 hour during the afternoon nap.

Shouting at Shen time: "At Shen time, sweat after exercise, and then shout for fun, this is the third health preservation." At about 4 o'clock every afternoon, the human body's metabolic rate is the highest, and it is not easy to get injured when exercising at this time. It is advisable to sweat slightly during exercise, and shout loudly, so that the clear air can rise and the turbid air can fall, achieving the purpose of strengthening the body.

Preserving essence and nourishing qi: "Sleeping alone can nourish essence and qi. Sufficient essence and qi can prolong life. Having sex once a month is enough. This is the fourth health preservation."

Health preservation with tranquility: "Find happiness in tranquility, this is the fifth health preservation." In modern society, we face all kinds of pressures and challenges. People often fight for fame and fortune, but ignore inner peace and health. Lao Tzu's philosophy of escapism reminds us that it is better to pursue inner peace and tranquility than to consume ourselves in struggle. Such a life view is not only conducive to our physical and mental health, but also enables us to find our own position and value in a chaotic world.

Pure heart and few desires: "Abandoning excessive desires is the sixth way to keep healthy." Live a simple life and do not pursue material enjoyment excessively. Excessive pursuit of material things often leads to physical and mental fatigue and even causes various diseases.

Be contented: "Be contented and not annoyed, be happy and not sick, this is the seventh way to keep healthy."

I hope everyone can find a practice method suitable for themselves from the wisdom of Taoist ancient health preservation, maintain physical and mental health, and enjoy a good life! Let us become stronger, healthier and happier together!