Core Insights - The event focused on traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) methods for preventing and managing common diseases in the elderly, particularly during the autumn and winter seasons [1] Group 1: TCM Approaches for Elderly Health - TCM emphasizes the importance of spleen and stomach health for longevity in the elderly, suggesting that food should be easy to digest and process [2] - Recommended dietary therapies include: - **Yam and Job's Tears Porridge**: Made with fresh or dried yam, Job's tears, dates, and rice, this dish is designed to strengthen the spleen and nourish the body [3] - **Hawthorn and Malt Tea**: A tea made from hawthorn, malt, and dried tangerine peel, which aids digestion and alleviates bloating after meals [3] Group 2: Massage Techniques for Digestive Health - **Foot Sanli Point Massage**: A technique that involves pressing a specific acupuncture point to enhance spleen and stomach function [4] - **Abdominal Massage**: A gentle clockwise massage around the navel area to promote intestinal movement and alleviate symptoms like bloating and poor appetite [4]