Discussion on Controllable Risk Factors and Prevention Strategies of Cardiovascular and Cerebrovascular Diseases Based on the Concept of Preventing Diseases in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Keywords:
Traditional Chinese Medicine, Preventive treatment of disease, Cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, Controllable risk factors, Prevention and treatment strategiesAbstract
With the continuous rise in the incidence of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, effectively preventing and controlling their controllable risk factors has become a pressing issue. The concept of “Preventive treatment of disease” in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), originating from the “Huangdi Neijing,” emphasizes the importance of disease prevention. This paper explores the major controllable risk factors for cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, including hypertension, hyperlipidemia, diabetes, and unhealthy lifestyles, and analyzes the unique advantages of TCM in preventing and managing these risk factors. By integrating methods such as TCM syndrome differentiation and treatment, health preservation, and psychological adjustment, a series of comprehensive prevention and treatment strategies are proposed. These strategies aim to enhance public awareness of the prevention of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases and reduce their incidence.
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