Fight two major health landmines during the Chinese New Year: allergies and obesity! Doctors teach you 3 secrets to fight allergies and 5 ways to lose fat through exercise

The Lunar New Year holiday is approaching, and it is also a cold, rainy season. Parents are most worried about their children's allergic symptoms recurring, especially the three natural enemies of allergic children: asthma, skin allergies, and allergic rhinitis, which are the diseases that are most likely to occur during the Chinese New Year. In addition, if you eat a lot of meat and fish during the long holidays, your weight will easily increase quickly if you do not exercise moderately. In order to avoid the two major health landmines during the Chinese New Year, "allergies" and "obesity", pediatricians from Far Eastern Hospital have specially reminded people of anti-allergy tips, and rehabilitation doctors have also demonstrated 5 weight loss exercises at home, so that everyone can spend the Year of the Tiger safely and healthily.

Allergies and obesity are common during the Chinese New Year

In order to prepare for a good Chinese New Year, people are rushing to get rid of the old and bring in the new. However, the strange epidemic has once again added a gloomy color to the festive Lunar New Year. Good health has become the most anticipated wish of all people. Doctors at Far Eastern Hospital remind people to pay attention to "allergies" and "obesity" which can easily occur. Therefore, we provide telemedicine and home exercise so that people can stay at home and spend a happy and healthy New Year.

【Anti-allergic】

Tip 1: Children are prone to allergies in winter, and doctors can take care of you remotely

As the New Year approaches, the weather is getting colder. Director Chen Jiajun of the Pediatric Department of Asia Eastern Hospital reminds parents that children with allergies have three major natural enemies: asthma, skin allergies and allergic rhinitis, which are most likely to occur during the Chinese New Year, so more attention needs to be paid to care.

asthma:

When traveling during the New Year holidays, the cold and damp air or the damp and musty quilts when sleeping outside may trigger asthma attacks. At the same time, due to the low temperature at night, night coughing or wheezing is common. You can wear a mask outdoors and turn on the heating indoors in time to reduce the chance of inhaling cold and damp air.

Skin Allergies:

Winter can easily lead to dry skin, which may cause itching in mild cases and eczema or atopic dermatitis in severe cases. Dr. Chen Jiajun reminds parents that lotion should be used at least twice a day to enhance skin moisturizing, which can effectively reduce itching or eczema.

Allergic rhinitis:

The low temperature at night or in the early morning can cause children with poorly controlled nasal allergies to experience sneezing, runny nose, severe nasal congestion and difficulty breathing, and even affect their sleep at night and their concentration on studying during the day. These symptoms must not be taken lightly.

Most hospitals suspend outpatient services during the Chinese New Year, but autumn and winter are the seasons when allergies are most prevalent. In addition to controlling the intake of colorful snacks, cold drinks or fried foods, you must also follow the doctor's orders and never stop taking medication on your own because you don't have it. If parents have concerns about physical outpatient treatment, children with stable chronic illnesses can receive medical treatment through Far Eastern Hospital's remote outpatient clinic, and they can also check on the child's condition at any time to ensure that the condition is stable.

【Anti-obesity】

Tip 2: Doing exercises at home will prevent fat accumulation

During the 9-day annual leave, whether traveling, returning home or staying at home, it is always difficult to resist the temptation of delicious food. If you are not careful, you will consume too many calories. If you cannot exercise moderately at this time, the fat in your body will accumulate more and more, causing obesity.

According to a survey conducted by the National Health Administration, most people do not get enough physical activity, with only half of adults achieving adequate levels of activity and only one-third of the elderly meeting the standard. Therefore, Dr. Yang Kaijie from the Rehabilitation Department of Asia Eastern Hospital reminds the public that during the Chinese New Year period, in addition to maintaining a normal schedule and eating a healthy diet, they should also remember to exercise, get up and stretch their muscles every hour, and maintain good health while relaxing.

However, as the epidemic continues to spread, people now need to wear masks when going out for exercise. Many people are curious, "Will there be any problems when exercising with a mask?" Dr. Yang Kaijie from the Rehabilitation Department of Asia Eastern Hospital explained that although wearing a mask during exercise will feel greater breathing resistance, it will not have much impact on physiological indicators. Except for patients with cardiopulmonary diseases, it is recommended to discuss appropriate exercise methods with the attending physician first.

Dr. Yang Kaijie and Occupational Therapist Fang Xin from Far Eastern Hospital’s Rehabilitation Department specially shared 5 simple home exercises with the public. All you need is a stable chair to do them:

Action 1: Sitting knee extension

1. Sit on a chair with your feet flat on the ground, one foot pointing upwards, thighs straight, and hands raised forward at shoulder height.

2. Adjust the number of seconds according to your muscle strength. Do 20 to 30 seconds on one side and then switch sides. Do 3 to 6 sets.

3. Use the muscles on the front of your thighs, tighten your abdomen, and keep breathing.

4. If the movement is too difficult, you can let your hands hang naturally or lightly hold on to the sides of the chair.

Action 2: Seated Leg Raise

1. Sit on a chair, put one foot on the ground, bend one knee and lift it slightly (approximately at the navel position), and raise both hands to the sides to shoulder height.

2. Adjust the number of seconds according to your muscle strength. Do 20 to 30 seconds on one side and then switch sides. Do 3 to 6 sets.

3. Use the muscles on the front of your thighs, tighten your abdomen, and keep breathing.

4. If the movement is too difficult, you can let your hands hang naturally or lightly hold on to the sides of the chair.

Action 3: Straight Leg Raise

1. Stand up straight with your feet shoulder-width apart, put your hands on the back of a chair, tighten your hip muscles and lift your thighs backwards.

2. You can adjust according to your personal muscle strength, do 20 to 30 seconds on one side and then switch sides, and do 3 to 6 sets each time.

Action 4: Stretch upwards

1. Cross your palms, stretch your palms upward, straighten your back, and stop when you feel tension.

2. Maintain the posture and coordinate your breathing for 10 seconds, then rest.

Action 5: Stretch left and right

1. Cross your hands, stretch your palms upward, bend your body sideways, and stop when you feel tension.

2. After 10 seconds on one side, switch to the other side.

Although the epidemic has not stopped for the time being, people can still stay away from allergies and health risks brought by obesity through remote outpatient clinics and home exercises, spend the Year of the Tiger safely and healthily, and welcome a new beginning.