Medicinal dishes for Tet (Lunar New Year)

During Tet (Lunar New Year), people often eat and drink excessively, forgetting what foods to include and avoid in their daily diet. Dr. Tran My Hoa (Cardiovascular and Diabetes Healthcare System 315, branch 187 Nguyen Son, Tan Phu, Ho Chi Minh City) provides guidance on medicinal dishes for Tet.

People who are sleep-deprived - experience restless sleep:

Lotus seed tea: Soothes the nerves and promotes sleep. Drink one warm cup 1-2 hours before bedtime.

Millet and lotus seed porridge: calms the nerves and reduces stress. Eat it warm for dinner.

Avoid: coffee, strong tea, and alcoholic beverages after 6 PM.

Obese people:

Seaweed and soft tofu soup: keeps you full for a long time but is low in calories.

Pan-seared chicken breast served with boiled vegetables and brown rice: nutritious, filling, and low in fat.

Avoid: Fried sticky rice cakes (Bánh chưng chiên). Fried spring rolls (Chả giò chiên). Chinese sausage (Lạp xưởng). Candied fruits (Jam).

People with fatty liver disease:

Steamed fish with ginger: Mackerel and salmon are rich in Omega-3, which helps reduce liver inflammation.

Artichoke tea: Supports liver function. Drink warm daily.

Avoid: drinking alcohol continuously for several days. Animal organs. Fried foods.

People with high blood pressure:

Celery juice: rich in potassium, which helps support lower blood pressure.

Tomato and egg soup: Tomatoes are good for cardiovascular health. This is a simple, light, and easily digestible dish.

Avoid: foods high in salt such as pickled onions, pickled shallots, dried fish, and salty braised meat.

When should someone who is sleep-deprived or experiencing restless sleep see a doctor?

Dr. Tran My Hoa (Cardiovascular-Diabetes Healthcare System 315, branch 187 Nguyen Son, Tan Phu, Ho Chi Minh City)

Dr. Tran My Hoa (Cardiovascular-Diabetes Healthcare System 315, branch 187 Nguyen Son, Tan Phu, Ho Chi Minh City ) advises: You should see a doctor if you fall into any of the following situations, even if you don't want to use Western medicine yet:

- Chronic insomnia: You have difficulty falling asleep, wake up in the middle of the night, or wake up too early, at least 3 nights a week, and this condition lasts for more than 3 weeks.

- Noticeable daytime effects: Fatigue, drowsiness. Reduced concentration, forgetfulness. Irritability, stress. Falling asleep at work or while driving.

- Insomnia accompanied by anxiety/depression: Excessive worry. Sadness, loss of interest in surrounding activities.

- Signs of sleep apnea: If a family member reports that you snore very loudly, sometimes make wheezing sounds like you're suffocating while sleeping, and occasionally wake up in the middle of the night due to a feeling of suffocation.

How will doctors at the 315 Cardiovascular-Diabetes Healthcare System provide consultation and treatment?

When you visit the 315 emergency medical service, the doctor won't immediately prescribe medication. Instead, they will conduct a thorough examination to identify the root cause of the problem.

- Take a detailed medical history. Perform a general physical examination. Screen for comorbidities that may be causing insomnia (e.g., GERD, sleep apnea).

- If necessary, the doctor will order tests to rule out physical causes: blood tests (thyroid, micronutrients, etc.), and recommend polysomnography.

Cardiovascular and Diabetes Healthcare System 315 is honored to be named Top 1 Strong National Brand.

After examination, the doctor will develop a specific treatment plan tailored to each individual patient. The doctor will begin with guidance on CBT-I (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia) – currently the most effective non-drug treatment. Then, if absolutely necessary, the doctor will prescribe supportive medication, with dosages appropriate for each individual, to be used under close medical supervision.

The 315 Cardiovascular-Diabetes System is always ready to accompany and advise you so you can enjoy the Lunar New Year with peace of mind.

After the examination, the doctor will clearly explain the severity of the condition, the risk of complications, and create a personalized treatment plan.

- Lifestyle change guidance: The doctor will provide specific advice on reducing salt intake, healthy eating habits, appropriate physical activity, and other lifestyle adjustments.

- When medication is prescribed, doctors will prioritize combination pills, which only need to be taken once to stabilize blood pressure for 24 hours, instead of 2-3 different medications at different times.

- Long-term monitoring: The clinic establishes a system for reminding patients of follow-up appointments and monitoring medication response to adjust dosages promptly and manage side effects.

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