Children's moisture resistance
Release time : 04/22/2025 09:30:01
Every spring, it rains continuously and the air is damp.
Especially in the south, where the humidity is too high, clothes often don't dry properly, and water droplets can be seen on walls and floors.
In such an environment, people feel uncomfortable from the inside out, and children are more prone to fatigue and illness.
If it is not taken seriously, the delicate body of a baby may easily be attacked by "humidity".
Hence, it is essential to undertake a detoxification and "wetness" removal campaign.
What does children's moisture protection mean? What exactly is "wet"? Where does the baby's moisture come from? What are the causes of the baby's "dampness syndrome"? Many mothers want to understand these problems. Xiaobian collected the following relevant knowledge about the baby's "dampness": The so-called dampness means what is commonly called water dampness, and there are differences between external dampness and internal dampness.
Excessive dampness, caused by the climate being damp or water splashed on oneself or living in a damp environment, results from the entry of external moisture into the human body.
Internal dampness is a pathological product, often associated with digestive function.
Traditional Chinese Medicine believes that the spleen has the function of "transforming and transforming water and dampness". If one is weak, indigestible or overeats too much oily and sweet food, the spleen cannot normally "transform and transform water and dampness" so as to cause "water and dampness inside".
Furthermore, individuals with spleen deficiency are prone to external dampness invasions, and external dampness often obstructs the spleen and stomach, leading to damp-internally generated. Therefore, they are both independent and interconnected.
Continuous rainy days are the period when various microorganisms such as molds and mites reproduce most vigorously. Some people with qi deficiency and phlegm are more likely to cause asthma.
Spring has become more humid, which is the season when babies get sick.
Most of the diseases that affect the baby are respiratory infections, including colds, tonsillitis, bronchitis, pneumonia, abdominal pain, vomiting and diarrhea, etc.
In addition, the baby does not control the consumption of fruits, eats food that is easy to mold, or does not pay attention to reasonable nutritional combinations. These are the main reasons for the baby's "dampness" disease.
Symptoms of "moisture" in children's bodies Whether there is "moisture" in the baby's body has obvious symptoms, mothers can judge from the following aspects.
1. The baby is in poor spirits when getting up. If you get up every morning and see that the baby is particularly tired, can't wake up, can't cheer up, or it's like wearing a wet dress, the whole body is not refreshed, and people are too lazy to move... then you can be sure that there is moisture in your body.
2. Your baby's bowel movements are abnormal. After your baby goes to the toilet, you can observe your bowel movements.
Is it stuck to the toilet? A box of water can't flush it clean?
If it is inconvenient to observe the toilet, you can also observe toilet paper. Normally, one or two pieces of paper will be enough. If you wipe three to five pieces of paper repeatedly, it also means that your body is wet.
In addition, the color and shape of the stool can also help determine whether there is moisture in the body.
Normal stool is golden yellow and banana-shaped. But few people nowadays have this kind of healthy stool.
When there is dampness in the body, the color of the stool is blue, loose and soft, and there is always a feeling that it cannot be drained cleanly.
Over time, the toxins produced by the stool will accumulate in the body, and all diseases will occur.
3. The baby's tongue coating is rough and yellow."The tongue is the seedling of the heart and the waiting time outside the spleen." The tongue can sensitively reflect the baby's physical condition.
When cleaning your baby's mouth, you can carefully observe your baby's tongue to see the color and thickness of the tongue coating.
A healthy tongue appears pale red and moist, with a thin layer of white and clear coating on the surface. The tongue is neither slippery nor dry.
If the tongue can't meet these indicators, it means that the body's function has already been affected.
If the tongue coating is white and thick, looking slippery and moist, it indicates that there is internal cold.
If the tongue coating is rough or thick, yellow and greasy, it indicates that there is damp-heat in the body.
If the tongue is red and dry without coating, it indicates that the body has reached a certain level of heat and has harmed the yin.
IV. In Chinese Medicine, the dampness in spring leads to a decline in the spleen and stomach, resulting in poor appetite and reduced food intake.
Plain noodles, rice, porridge alternately fed to the children, but they are reluctant to eat.
Preventing dampness in children can help prevent diseases. When the weather is humid, babies are more prone to illnesses.
The editor has compiled five common diseases in babies and provided corresponding prevention measures.
I. Dermatitis and eczema have been plaguing babies. The humid air is conducive to the growth and reproduction of bacteria, leading to skin itching, skin ulceration... Many red bumps on the face, a moment's carelessness, viruses have quietly invaded the child's body.
The main cause of infant eczema is changes in the seasonal climate, which infants are unable to adapt to at once. Additionally, some breastfeeding mothers consume fish and shellfish, among other irritant foods, which may lead to an increase or exacerbation of infant eczema.
Response measures: If the infant has eczema, the infant may have crying and irritability. Parents should pay attention not to overdress or cover the baby too much.
If it is too hot or too stuffy, it can worsen eczema.
Eczema should be kept dry and clean, and soap or hot water should not be used.
Topical anti-allergic and antipruritic creams may be applied locally, but it is crucial to avoid the use of topical corticosteroids, as they can exacerbate the condition.
Experts also remind that mothers in the lactation period should eat less or not eat fish and shrimp, etc.
II. Excessive dampness leads to frequent mouth ulcers in children. The unpredictable changes in temperature and humidity during spring and summer are the prime times for the outbreak of oral ulcers in children.
The experts said that the children's oral gingiva, both sides were red and swollen, and there was a breakdown.
This is related to the sudden drop in temperature and increased humidity over this period, causing oral infections with viruses and bacteria. Traditional Chinese medicine refers to this as "mouth sores."
Ulcers that are initially unnoticed by parents can easily go undetected until they become more severe, causing the child to frequently cry and refuse to eat. Only then will they seek medical attention.
The buccal mucosa, including the tongue tip, gingiva, or palate may exhibit yellow-white spots resembling bean-sized ulcers, with drooling and even bleeding. There may also be a foul odor.
Prevention is far more important than cure. It is necessary to pay attention to oral hygiene, including brushing and rinsing your mouth twice a day before going to bed and after eating.
Adjust the diet, let the child eat more vegetables and fruits rich in vitamins, and drink plenty of water.
III. The air is humid, making it easier for infants to contract pneumonia. Humidity provides an ideal environment for bacteria and viruses to proliferate, leading to a surge in respiratory infections.
Infants and young children are particularly susceptible to respiratory infections, and the incidence of pediatric pneumonia is also quite high.
Experts remind us that children under the age of three need to be particularly vigilant against infections such as pediatric pneumonia, as their immune systems are not yet fully developed.
Preventive measures: To prevent pediatric pneumonia, it is crucial to start with exercise and diet, as enhancing a child's physical constitution is key.
Take advantage of pleasant weather or sunny afternoons to go for walks and expose your children to the outdoors.
Avoid overly greasy food in spring and make reasonable diet plans, drink plenty of water and soup to help children have a good appetite.
In indoor places such as kindergartens and classrooms with many people, air quality is easily polluted, facilitating the growth of bacteria. Therefore, it is advisable to ensure daily ventilation for one to two hours in the midday when the relative humidity is low, to prevent the indoor air from becoming too murky.
IV. The peak period for the occurrence of conjunctivitis is acute conjunctivitis, a common infectious conjunctivitis.
She is contagious through direct or indirect contact, and her conjunctivitis is difficult to cure. It changes with temperature.
1. Viral Infection: Common cold, influenza, or other viral infections can cause acute conjunctivitis. Symptoms include tearing, eye itch, redness, burning sensation, etc., and frequent swelling of the eyelids, commonly referred to as "red eye disease."
If you have a case of "red eye disease", you can use artificial tears, cold compresses or the prescribed eye drops by a doctor.
2. Bacterial Infections: Bacterial conjunctivitis is generally unilateral, accompanied by tearing and a thicker secretion. If not treated promptly, it can lead to serious complications.
Countermeasures: Wash your hands frequently with warm water.
Do not share eye drops or ointments with others.
When the eyes are red, it is not advisable to wear contact lenses.
V. Allergies and environmental factors cause chronic conjunctivitis, a chronic inflammation of the eye, caused by allergens and environmental factors, with a course lasting from several weeks to several months.
1. Allergy: Plants, pollen, dust, molds, and animals are common causes of eye allergies, which can cause redness, itching, swelling, etc., often involving both eyes.
The best method to treat allergic chronic conjunctivitis is to avoid the allergen.
Cold application and instillation of eye drops can alleviate swelling, reduce redness, and stop itching.
2. Environmental factors: Air pollution, smoke, contact lenses with improper fittings, irritant gases, chemicals, etc., can all cause conjunctivitis, which may affect either one or both eyes.
Response: See a doctor and take medication to relieve symptoms.
Avoid allergens and stay away from environmental factors that cause them.
How to prevent babies from being "damp" in a humid environment, mothers start with clothing, food, housing, and transportation to conduct a major action to detoxify and remove "dampness".
1. Keep your baby's clothes dry. Even if the clothes washed in the sky have been dried by the washing machine, they have been dried for several days. If you touch it with your hand, it will still be fashionable.
I can't change clothes without changing them, and there is no washing machine with drying function at home. What should I do? One method is to dry it indoors and "blow" it dry with an air conditioner.
Another method is to iron it dry with an iron.
However, neither of these methods can kill the eggs or fungus in the clothes because the clothes cannot dry thoroughly, which is likely to cause mold on the clothes.
It's best to take advantage of any sunny moments and let them dry in the sun.
II. Pay attention to diet and prevention of dampness should start with changes in lifestyle habits.
In terms of diet, children should eat less cold food, sweets, alcohol, and greasy foods. Instead, they should consume more warm food to reduce the sources of dampness.
When adults are cooking, it's appropriate to add some ginger slices. Ginger is a warm food with the effect of dispelling cold and resolving phlegm.
It is also appropriate to consume foods such as bitter gourd, papaya, winter melon, bitter gourd, and red beans, which can greatly help in preventing dampness.
Additionally, it's advisable to reduce the consumption of seafood such as shrimp and crab, which are considered damp and congestive.
Dampness in the spleen and stomach can easily cause allergies. Dampness stagnates in the spleen and stomach, affecting digestion and absorption. Seafood such as shrimp and crabs that are damp and obstructive should be eaten in moderation. Moreover, these high-protein foods are difficult to digest, and excessive consumption can increase the burden on the spleen and stomach.
Moreover, it's important to pay attention to food hygiene.
The humid and sultry weather is prone to breeding bacteria, so it's important to pay attention to the food hygiene of children. They should not eat moldy foods.
Fruits should be washed and disinfected before consumption. For seasonal fruits such as Yangmei, peaches, etc., consume them in moderation, avoid overeating, and do not eat foods that are too cold. Consume more foods that nourish the spleen and eliminate dampness, appropriately warm tonic, and let dampness be excreted through urine and feces.
III. Ensure regular ventilation and humidity control in your residence.
To reduce dampness, avoid staying in damp places for long periods and refrain from working in or near damp environments.
When there is a lot of humidity or rain, it is not advisable to keep the windows open frequently. However, it is still best to maintain ventilation.
Pay attention to the indoor air ventilation and dehumidification.
Even if the clothes are difficult to dry, don't force yourself to wear clothes that don't dry.
More importantly, keep toys clean and avoid giving germs the opportunity to invade.
Keep warm, don't catch a chill.
In the early spring, dampness often invades children. If the child's yang energy is strong, it can resist cold dampness. Therefore, it is important to keep the child warm and not allow excessive loss of yang energy. At the same time, appropriate exercise can enhance physical strength and stimulate the ascent of yang energy, thereby strengthening the body's defensive function.
IV. Increase the baby's physical activity, and reduce outdoor activities during rainy and humid days.
It is recommended to engage your baby in physical activities regularly. Physical exercise can relieve stress and promote the function of various organs, as well as help expel dampness from the body.
Appropriate physical exercise is beneficial for babies, which can help them disperse dampness and heat from their bodies.
If the rain stops, try to take your child outside for a walk, and make sure the exercise is not strenuous. The baby will sweat a little.
This can help to release moisture from the baby's body.
However, be sure not to wash right away after sweating.
After sweating, it is best to wait for half an hour to an hour before bathing the baby.
What foods should babies eat to help remove dampness? Many mothers believe in dietary therapy, so during the rainy season, it's wise to feed these foods to your baby.
1. Sweet potatoes contain a form of fiber that is soft and easily digestible, which helps to promote gastrointestinal motility and aids in bowel movements.
The best way to eat it is to roast the sweet potato whole and enjoy it with its skin, which adds a refreshing and sweet flavor.
2. Green beans have the effects of clearing heat, detoxifying and eliminating dampness, promoting diuresis, and allevitating summer third. Drinking green bean soup is beneficial for detoxification and reducing swelling. However, it should not be boiled for too long as organic acids and vitamins may be destroyed, thereby reducing its effectiveness.
3. Oatmeal can facilitate bowel movement and stimulate the expansion of feces volume and increase moisture content, while its fiber promotes gastrointestinal motility to perform detoxifying and laxative functions.
Dried oats made into a drink is an excellent choice. You can also add other ingredients when blending, such as apples and raisins, which not only provide nutrition but also help promote bowel movements! 4. Coix Seed Coix seed can enhance blood circulation and water metabolism, facilitating diuresis and reducing swelling, thereby helping to combat edema-related obesity.
Wheat kernel water is a good detox method. Simply boil the wheat kernels in water until soft, then add a little sugar to taste, it is a natural beauty care product for skin whitening.
5. Xiaomi Rice, which does not contain gluten and is not irritating to the intestinal walls, is a relatively mild form of fiber that is easily digestible, making it suitable for consumption alongside detoxifying meals.
Milk porridge is very suitable for detoxification, with the effect of clearing heat and promoting urination. It is rich in nutrients and also helps to whiten the skin.
6. Brown Rice: Brown rice is a whole grain, retaining the bran and having rich fiber. It has the function of absorbing water and extracting fats, as well as a considerable sense of fullness. It can aid in bowel cleansing and facilitate detoxification.
Eating a bowl of brown rice porridge or a cup of brown rice soy milk for breakfast each day is an excellent detox method.
7. Red beans can increase gastrointestinal motility, decrease constipation, and promote urination.
You can soak red beans in the electric pot before bedtime, and drink the unsweetened red bean soup water as hot water the next day. This can effectively promote detoxification.
8. Carrots are very helpful for constipation, and they contain beta-carotene which neutralizes toxins.
Fresh radish has a good detoxifying effect because it can clear heat and detoxify, moisturize the intestines and promote bowel movements. Mixed with honey and lemon juice, it is both delicious and refreshing, which also benefits detoxification.
9. Chinese yam can regulate the digestive system, reduce subcutaneous fat accumulation, avoid obesity and increase immune function.
Eating raw food to detox is the best. You can mix peeled white yam and pineapple into a juice and drink it. It has the function of strengthening the stomach and harmonizing the intestines.
10. Chinese Yam (Arctium lappa) can promote blood circulation, metabolism, and adjust intestinal function. Its dietary fiber can retain water and soften feces, aiding in detoxification and eliminating constipation.
It can be brewed into niobium tea for drinking anytime, and can be used long-term.
*This medical section is for reference only.
In case of discomfort, it is recommended to seek medical attention immediately. The diagnosis and treatment should be based on the medical examination conducted in person.