12 Essential Health Facts You Must Know

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Abstract:People often talk about health preservation and believe that eating more, exercising more, and taking more health supplements can lead to longevity. However, the knowledge of health preservation is profound and cannot be summarized in just a few words. It also requires attention to small details in daily life. Many people are unaware of the following essential health facts.

People often talk about health and wellness, believing that eating more, exercising more, and taking more health supplements can lead to a longer and healthier life. However, the field of health and wellness is deep and cannot be summarized in just a few words. It also requires attention to the small details in daily life, especially several health tips that many people may not be aware of.

Here are some essential health tips to keep in mind:

1. Avoid sudden, rapid head movements

If the carotid artery experiences sudden strong external force, it can lead to tearing of the arterial wall and trigger carotid artery dissection. Avoid sudden, vigorous head movements and refrain from excessive neck massages and manipulations.

2. Avoid holding urine

Prolonged urine retention can increase microbial concentration in the urine, leading to urinary system diseases such as cystitis or urethritis. Chronic urinary tract infections left untreated can cause renal parenchymal damage and even renal failure.

3. Avoid exercising by the roadside

The air quality by the roadside is poor with lots of dust and vehicle emissions. When exercising, lung capacity increases, leading to inhaling a high amount of harmful gases and dust. Therefore, it's best to exercise away from the roadside, preferably in parks or sports fields.

4. Individuals with coronary heart disease should not walk briskly after meals

For healthy individuals, walking after meals can promote gastrointestinal motility and aid digestion. However, individuals with weakened health or the elderly should rest for 30 to 60 minutes after meals before exercising, especially those with coronary heart disease.

5. Avoid eating at low tables

Bending over to eat at low tables can compress the abdomen, affecting gastrointestinal motility and secretion of digestive juices, and slowing down the circulation of the digestive tract's blood, which can lead to gastric diseases.

6. Do not immediately move into a new house

Newly decorated houses contain many harmful chemicals such as benzene, radon, and formaldehyde. Prolonged exposure to this environment can lead to chromosome replication and abnormalities, potentially causing lung cancer or leukemia.

7. Elderly individuals should not blindly supplement calcium

Most cases of elderly urinary system stones are related to excessive calcium supplementation. Therefore, it's important not to blindly take calcium supplements and to obtain calcium from foods such as milk, shrimp skin, vegetables, and ribs.

8. Avoid prolonged sitting

Prolonged sitting can cause venous compression, leading to the formation of lower limb venous thrombosis. Lower limb venous thrombosis can cause pulmonary embolism, even life-threatening situations.

9. Do not bend over directly to pick things up

Joints are fragile and prone to disease. Bending over directly can suddenly increase pressure on the intervertebral discs, leading to back pain. When picking things up, it's important to keep the waist upright, squat down slowly, and then pick up the object.

10. Family members should not share the same toothpaste

Sharing toothpaste can lead to cross-infection of oral diseases. Each family member should choose toothpaste according to their own oral conditions and regularly change toothpaste brands.

11. Avoid excessive skincare

Long-term and excessive use of skincare products and masks can cause enlarged pores, dull and sagging skin, and the formation of wrinkles. It's best to focus on facial cleansing and use masks only 1-2 times a week, avoiding frequent exfoliation.

12. Do not rub your eyes when they are dry

When your eyes feel itchy or dry, avoid rubbing them directly with your hands to prevent introducing bacteria, which can lead to eye inflammation, keratitis, and conjunctivitis. It's important to blink more often, maintain eye hygiene, and take a 10-minute break every 45 minutes of eye use.

Friendly reminder:

To maintain good health, it's important to remember these 12 health tips. Additionally, middle-aged and elderly individuals should avoid frequent stair climbing, as it can cause repetitive bending and straightening of the knee joint, increasing the load on the patella and aggravating joint wear. Furthermore, it's essential to have a balanced and comprehensive nutrient intake and engage in moderate exercise for overall bodily health.

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